I can't believe forty years has passed since strolling the halls at Astoria High School. What a magical time and wonderful memories! Growing up in Astoria was a true blessing and treasure; however, at the time, I couldn't wait to leave that small town! Ah, the proverbial "if only I knew then what I know now" sort of thing. But, the little birds leave the nest and brave the big wide world so off we flew!

Life has been good to me. I hope life continues to treat us kindly and bless us as we gracefully grow older (and wiser). Onward and upward, baby!