My Quasi-Retirement from The Whiskey Tree

I haven't really written anything on this page for quite some time now, after a rather ferocious start to this year. The reason hasn't been laziness or writers' block, or boredom. While my personal life has been a little hectic to say the least, and although 2011 has easily been the most challenging year of my life, it was another opportunity that kind of weened me off of my somewhat regular postings here.

Back in the Spring, I was approached by an old, dear friend - and brilliant mind - about being a part of something that I grew to believe can be something very special: At Hand Magazine. The mission statement of At Hand is simple but poignant: 

AT HAND magazine is a catalyst for increased political action. It was created to combat civic and social indifference in America. This publication picks up where the rhetoric leaves off. You must be heard!

 Simply put: I couldn't resist.

Because I believe in this publication's foundations, because I share in the vision my fellow contributors, I owe it to them, to the magazine, and to myself to devote any writings of political import to At Hand exclusively for the time being.

I don't consider myself to be that talented a writer where I can declare that my work only be carried by one institution or on a specific medium or platform. Quite the contrary. I'm only pleased with about 10% of my writing, and I owe it to Team At Hand to make sure that the 10% I approve of is the 10% they get.

And while this hardly Politico or even Fat Chicks in Party Hats, the page has gotten a few dozen FB likes, a couple thousand hits and some appreciated feedback. You took the time to check me out, the least I can do is remind you that I did and explain why I disappeared.

I'm keeping The Whiskey Tree live for the foreseeable future because aside from sociopolitical happenings, I do enjoy mindless rants about sports, beer, music, television and other aspects of this Great Experiment we call America. I can't promise there will be any regularity, but hey, you never know.

In the mean time, it would mean a lot to me if you would take the time to check out At Hand - our next issue is set to print later this month. And please, Like Us and Follow Us.

Thanks for everything,
Ed