Hi, Frank -

You might not believe that I suspected that Publius was either you or MA.

Granted, my writing style tends to the didactic, especially when I'm 'soapboxing' - it's a hard habit to break. And I haven't looked at a lot of Publius's posts yet, but what I've seen wouldn't ever make me think it could be Mary Anne... Anyway, the Gurus of IP would have spotted right away if Publius were either of us. My posts originate from three different but consistant IPs: Penn State, the Centre Co. PA Public Library system, and Accuweather, Inc.

I am sure you realize that is a compliment.

Then I'll take it as one [chuckling], assuming you meant the apparent scholarship (again, I haven't read too many, so I have to reserve judgement)

I have got to get into that Adams bio one of these days. My eyes have gotten so bad reading has become a somewhat painful pleasure.

oooo, kinky....

I'll let you in on a little secret: what drew me to Adams, originally, wasn't politics or the history of the American Revolution; it was the bond between him and Abigail. Anyone who cares to know the definitions of soulmate, helpmeet or true companion need look no further.

And on the way, I found myself agreeing with his political philosophy, too - fancy that...

E'