Debbie,

Thanks, that was probably the biggest obstacle I had to overcome, not every piece had to be of monumental importance. I remember reading Ski Magazine’s back page column which are now reprise columns from Warren Miller and it just boggled my mind how he could come up with the topics. Funny thing is, the topics were/are all obvious it just had to occur to me to write about them.

Every now and then I come up with what might be considered unique angles and sometimes I can get them to publication.

I can imagine this is the situation with any topic. Even when you are deep into it, it is hard to judge what is good topical material. When in doubt, I often leave it to the reader to decide. As far as you having hard times coming up with topics for taxes, you are on a roll with your series on day trading and taxation, very informative (not surprising) and interesting.

Believe it or not, I even struggle with things to come up with on taxes from time to time. The problem I have is trying to write on complex issues on a level that is actually helpful to the reader. I appreciate your perspective and the hint for the google email alerts.

I also liked your bike riding topics, too. And I love what you had to say about every post doesn’t have to vy for a Pulitzer. I agree!

Thanks for the post.