Fear,  insidious as it endangers success, yet pervasive while promoting failure.  Can you sense its grasp, or, like me, have you stared at its hideous face and released its hold?

 Sixty-three years old I am, yet the stark realization of the negative effect that fear has had on my life has been a recent revelation.  Focus lost, action not taken, opportunity passed by; all caused by fear.  Goodbye, you emotion of doubt and weakness!  I cast off your dastardly spell!  I move now, in the Autumn of life, toward a fearless and brighter tomorrow, devoid of your incessant tug toward isolation and failure.

 Thank you, Wealthy Affiliate University!  Thank you and all who are here for your cheerful "can-do" attitude and your willingness to help.  For this "famousplumber" you are a beacon of hope, not merely in the learning, but in the living as well!

 Goodbye, but only for now.

 Larry (famousplumber) Stahl

p.s. Thanks for the positive comments! I'm lovin' the sense

of community here!

p.s.s.  I strongly believe that fear is what  causes a lot of folks to "drop-off" after a month or so.  At first glance, the site can appear complex and daunting.  I am going to attempt to not only greet, but offer site guidance and ongoing encouragement to new arrivals.  Anyone care to join me?