Notes In The Margin

A Statement Of Principles

_{About Me}

Popular opinion has it that I’m generally a fine fellow. My vices are small, harmless and of little consequence. I love my family, small children and big dogs but not necessarily always in that order (it depends).

While usually quite docile, if provoked I have been known to bite. (public advisory: Do not poke the bear).

What I Do

• I write.
• I analyze what it means to write.
• I examine what it means to lead a moral, ethical life.
• To the best of my abilities, I try to adhere to those standards.
• I try to discover why I so often fall short of those noble goals.
• I observe and attempt to communicate the essence of what I have seen.
• I give with no expectation of return.
• I pay my taxes and honour the flag.

What I Do Not Do

• I do not hate.
• I do not judge.
• I do not belittle.
• I do not disparage.
• I do not discriminate.
• I do not harm (with malice).
• I do not tolerate cruelty in any form.
• I do not intentionally scare small children.
• I do not kick dogs or other animals (but will occasionally make exceptions for cats).