I heard recently that I had a reputation around town... of stirring trouble or causing a commotion.... being sick this week with a bout of bronchitis I let my feelings get the better of me and decided not to pursue a path that would bring attention to me and perhaps my family.I have mellowed somewhat over the last couple of years and have to come to realize that at times I may cause my family and friends hardships or embarrassment over some of the things I have said publicly; this was never my intention and I am sorry if any of you were hurt.Anyway, after giving it careful consideration and getting over hurt feelings, I got mad. Sure I have a big mouth and yes I often speak before I think but I mean well. When I complain about something going on around town or the unfairness of something, I am not doing so just to stir trouble but because I believe even 1 person can make a difference.I can in no way be compared to any of the great activist or patriots but they had the courage to speak up, step up and put their reputations and very lives or livelihoods on line... I only hope that I can find the courage to do so but in the right way.Look for a change in me; I will still be speaking up for what I believe in but in hopefully a less aggressive way... I am attempting to find my center and focus more on what I need to say and do and less on the emotions of it.C