Friday, June 15, 2007

...Until We Meet Again

I gave a heads up earlier in the week that WarOnGuns would be going on hiatus for a while. I'm grateful to those of you who took the time to contact me and let me know you find value in spending time here every day. Thank you.

I'm moving. After almost 30 years in Southern California, I'm going back to Ohio where I still have family. Last month when I advised there would be sporadic posting, I was back there buying a house. Leaving SoCal is not a political statement on my part, although I could make it one. But truth is, we're moving because it makes economic and personal sense to do so.

First some housekeeping:
  • To those of you who told me you'd miss the daily posts, there are a lot of fine blogs over in the left margin. Still, you can also spend some time going through the archives here--maybe visit posts for the corresponding day back in '05 or '06...or perhaps just breathe a sigh of relief that you're rid of me for a while.
  • My email address will go inactive some time next week. Please understand if I don't reply, effective immediately. Got one heck of a lot to do here on this end. When I've relocated and set up with my new ISP, I'll be sharing my new edress.
  • After today, I will deactivate the "Comments" feature to WoG posts. This will remain in effect until I reopen shop. I've already deleted one slimebag spammer this morning, and I don't want them trashing the joint in my absence.
Current events make it difficult for me to take a break. There are some stories I've been covering that deserve attention, for example:
  • Wayne Fincher will be sentenced next Friday, the 22nd. Do a news search for his name to stay informed. And better yet, use the time you won't be reading WarOnGuns to write a letter to the judge asking for leniency.
  • I expect to see some legal action pertaining to the ongoing BATFU persecution of Red's Trading Post (link goes to Ryan Horsley's blog--consult it to keep on top of developments.) Y'all have written to the judge on this case, too, right? Yes?
  • No day would be complete without doing a Snuffy news search. Armed and Safe has been keeping up with the latest Pfather Pfleger Pfloutings, along with current "this is not gun control" NRAntics.
  • Speaking of the Snuffster, if you find yourself with some time on your hands, why not send an email to our pals at Americans United for the Alliance of Left-Wing Churches and State and ask 'em why the hell they employ such transparent double standards?
  • Don't forget to check the newsstands in about two weeks for the new issue of GUNS Magazine. I've got a few in the queue, so I'm not sure which article will be in next month's issue--I believe it may be "The Final Frontier," dealing with the FAA declaring the Second Amendment a collective right--and their subsequent reversal. [UPDATE/CORRECTION: My editor reminds me that the August Rights Watch column is "A Very Sound Policy," one I put together quickly to deal with Virginia Tech in as timely a manner possible for magazines, so it bumped the scheduled column. Apparently subscribers are already getting their copies in the mail.] Also, be sure and check the GUNS website some time after July 1st for an online version of my current column, and of course, the free online issue from July 1957.
  • One last thing--I removed the current poll a couple days shy of the usual full week because I'm closing down today. Here are the results (click to enlarge):


That's pretty much it. I look forward to getting back online as soon as I can, but there is much to do first. Last person out, please turn off the lights and leave the key under the mat. I'll need it when I return.

15 comments:

  1. I am already eagerly anticipating your return. Your commentary has become a part of my day.

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  2. Argh. Now I'm going to be restless all day 'cause the day isn't complete without the left-wingers being out dwon several times...

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  3. Good luck with your move. We'll see you when you get back!

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  4. Yours is one of the few blogs I read every day, even if I'm dead tired when I get home. I'll be looking forward to your return.

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  5. Ditto alandp ...

    Reviewing same date/previous years sounds like a good idea ... no choice.

    Best of luck and have a safe move.

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  6. You have helped us so much, I can at least come and help you move a refrigerator or a couch.
    Thank you again and I look forward to your return.
    Ryan

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  7. Thank you for your work and good luck on the relocation. I look forward to your return

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  8. Good Luck and Thank you!

    Fight islam Now

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  9. Good luck and thanks for all the great news! Looking forward to your return!

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  10. I'm sorry to hear that you're leaving Ca... Some feel it's a lost cause, and some feel it's a battleground that must be occupied. I know it doesn't matter to you because you'll be fighting for our rights no matter where you live.

    Good luck on your move, hope to have you back in the saddle soon!

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  11. Safe travels to OH and we look forward to your return. Good luck in Buckeye country.

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  12. Have fun with the move.

    If I catch you around my part of the state David there's a free box of ammo for all your hard work.

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  13. Good luck, hope all goes well for you and your family.

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  14. Ohio, huh? Well, maybe now that you are leaving Occupied Territory, you and I will get a chance to get together and send some lead downrange...

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  15. Hey, good luck with the move. Personally, Im moving to the least populated area in the US - SE Colorado. Moves are good, shakes things up. Hope it works out. I'll be looking for you to post again.

    No Apology

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