The governor did what she does best, bring all parties together in good faith to the negotiating table, and hammer out an agreement that's good for the people of Washington.

He is bringing the most divisive American politician in American politics to Spokane.

Across the state, voters are fed up with the Republicans in Washington, D.C., and their culture of corruption and attacks on the middle class. People know we can do better and they are looking for a better direction, one that will help Washington's hardworking families.

Precinct caucuses are a great way to get involved at the grass-roots level. They help form the foundation for local and active involvement among Democrats this year as we get into the 2006 campaign season.

Keep the faith. We know we are heading in the right direction.

I look forward to packing the van with my art and my display tent and heading off to a show. It's a great experience. I love the input, the advice and the comments of the people strolling the show grounds. I still get very excited, but in a humble way, when someone buys one of my pieces. They not only bought a piece of my art but they are taking home a part of me. It's a nice feeling to know that someone appreciates what you have done.