I've reached a point in life where it's no longer necessary to try to impress. If they like me the read more

I've reached a point in life where it's no longer necessary to try to impress. If they like me the way I am, that's good. If they don't, that's too bad.

I was lucky with my tire choices, but this afternoon I made a couple of mistakes. I'm trying to play read more

I was lucky with my tire choices, but this afternoon I made a couple of mistakes. I'm trying to play it safe. Second is good, but I'm sure the others will be pushing hard tomorrow.

It's not completely finalized, but I talked with Steve (Wednesday) and he has given me a proxy to go ahead. read more

It's not completely finalized, but I talked with Steve (Wednesday) and he has given me a proxy to go ahead. It's not really 'official' official, but the building is on hold, and we've got the date (from Showtime), so we're just about there.

Jeff Stallings was one of the top pitchers in the conference. We lost him towards the end of last year read more

Jeff Stallings was one of the top pitchers in the conference. We lost him towards the end of last year and that really hurt us. Joey Devine was one of the top pitchers ever in this conference, which he proved by what he did after he left here, making the big leagues in two months. Phil Davidson who was so versatile and played so many roles for us. He started, he came in in the sixth inning, came in the third, spot-started. He even closed some games. Phil was amazing for us. When a guy can do that many things for you, you're not just missing one pitcher; it's like you're missing three.

What I see at this moment are the signs of a normal market. Previously, there was a frenzy.

What I see at this moment are the signs of a normal market. Previously, there was a frenzy.

You may think this is the solution to all your woes, but this may not be a wise thing to read more

You may think this is the solution to all your woes, but this may not be a wise thing to do, because many, many offers are fraught with upfront fees.

I had started writing the fourth Whit Mosley book, ... I was 40 pages into it, and then Dutton asked read more

I had started writing the fourth Whit Mosley book, ... I was 40 pages into it, and then Dutton asked me if I would consider writing a standalone. The series novel can do a lot to build a loyal readership, but the standalone is sometimes easier for the publisher to market to a broader audience.

That is obviously the most thorny problem,

That is obviously the most thorny problem,

Women's music is underrepresented.

Women's music is underrepresented.