A big milestone birthday (no. 30 on Tuesday) brings reflection on both the past and the future. Life is not as I would have wished it to be when I turned twenty. I imagined myself having already been elected to office and living off my writing and creative efforts, and there have been some personal disappointments as well.   The last decade has been filled with challenges, restlessness, unease, and setbacks, but also some successes. It also has been filled with learning, growth, and the occasional triumph. Over the past decade, I’ve worn many hats and done many things. I”ve met many good folks who’ve been encouraging to me, and who have comforted me in the way. I’ve had a loving wife who’s been with me every step of the way, even if I can be a challenging fellow to live with at a times/Adam Graham, Adam's Blog. More here.

• Why should Independents choose political party nominees/Dennis Mansfield
• Phil Hart: A remarkable piece of work/Fort Boise
• Risch leaves no buzzword unused in blast at Allred/Kevin Richert
• The character of the man/MountainGoat Report
• Bobby Cox and my baseball life/Political Game
• If you're not going to win ... /Randy Stapilus
• U.S. 12 shipments tied to future of Lewiston port, salmon/Rocky Barker
• Our disinvestment in higher education/The Johnson Report
  

Question: In the year 2000, did you have any idea that you'd be where you are today? Are you happy with the progress in the last 10 years?