I'm going to end the afternoon with a thought that often goes through my head as I'm posting "The Best of the Local Blogs." I appreciate you guys. I appreciate the other North Idaho/Inland Northwest bloggers who provide great insights from all over the region about local/national/international news. I appreciate the commenters who debate the local issues (and occasionally change my mind) passionately and civilly. And I appreciate you blurkers who check in quietly and tell your friends about this site. The numbers have remained good thru the Dog Days of Summer -- 27490 for last week. Huckleberries Online will hit the 18-month mark tomorrow. It's been a wild ride. I couldn't have made it without you. Each of you take a bow. I'll see you back here in the morning ...

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