3/6/19 Looking back at this thread, and specifically, my participation in it, I realize what a monumental waste of time it was. I convinced no one. No one convinced me. And the Penn State community is as divided as ever. Upon reflection, I think I do pontificate too much, especially on Penn State related threads. I have walked away from my Alma Mater and yet I return to these threads, not because I still care about her, but because I think it is so clear to me that everyone else should feel as I do. I realize that is absurd on its face and yet I persist. I suppose it's my inherent need to
tilt at windmills. In any event, I know I have taken past breaks from the board, mostly short (the longest a month), only to return. In the post above I said I was taking another break and implied I would return. I expect that will still happen, but, to the delight of some, the indifference of most, and (perhaps) the regret of a few, I intend to make my break an extended one (months). I still have too many things left undone in my life and I need to focus on those rather than engage in circuitous arguments about a University I no longer care about. Perhaps I will return in the fall, as I would not want to miss all the amazing Pitt threads
. Until then, I wish all, but especially my board friends (I hope you know who you are) health, happiness, and peace.