Publisher’ s Note

PUBLISHER PUBLISHER’S PAGE by David Corson Round third and heading for home…

As we move into the fourth quarter of 2020, the country is trying to get back to normal. For example, schools are opening up some in person, others are going online, while some are doing a hybrid of both. The Presidential election is set for Nov. 3. And Thanksgiving and Christmas are right around the corner. And yes, sports are back on the field in a limited fan capacity.

We have all dealt with a virus that we did not ask for. It has changed everything in our daily lives. Still, we can give thanks that we are still standing and doing our best to live with the darn COVID bug lurking about. Hopefully we will have a vaccine soon. During this pandemic, many of us have taken a good look at our lives and have decided to make some changes for the better. Some of us have returned to school to learn a new trade. Some have started new jobs. Some have decided to move someplace else and start over. Some have joined the military or have become first responders, so that they can give back to the communities they serve. As for me, my son is graduating with his FAA A&P Mechanics license in a few months. That means we will become empty nesters and downsize the homestead. I get to rid myself of all the clutter after 15 years in our third home. It is on the market. We purchased a lake lot and are going to build a house, acting as our own GCs. That way, it will get built the way we want. We will be videoing the entire process once we break ground. I will be excited to see the fruits of our labor. It will be just like your experience when you open a new store, restaurant or hotel. I am sure there will be some ups and downs during the way, but the wait will be worth it.

During this pandemic, many of us have taken a good look at our lives and have decided to make some changes for the better.

After printing articles on commercial construction projects the last 20 years and coming from a construction family, I am excited about how this feels. It will bring me back to the days of building all of those model airplanes. I will finally get to feel like all of you out there who sift through your schematics. The roller coaster is about to begin. So, as we round third base and head for home in this crazy year, we wish you good health, and much success and happiness. Remember to wash your hands, don’t touch your face and be aware of your surroundings. We will keep the faith that we all have something to celebrate in 2021. Here’s the best year ever on the horizon. We sure have earned it. CCR