Round Two: 'I know, in my gut, it's time'

It’s time.

After 40 years in journalism, having my first article published when I was 17 years old and working as a professional journalist since age 18, it’s time to bring the train into the station.

So I am retiring effective July 1.

Forty is a nice, round number, 1986 to 2026. Four decades. An even break. Young enough that...

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Congratulations Tom, I already miss seeing your columns regularly.

Congratulations on your retirement, Tom. Enjoy! Thanks for writing about all of those special “moments” - we’ll miss them.