As this issue marks the beginning of the 19th year of the founding of Dolphin Talk, I would like to take this opportunity to thank all you who have encouraged me with your positive comments and continued encouragement over the years. As the only founding member left, I would not have been able to continue this publication without the help and assistance of many people. There are too many to list, and I would probably leave out someone, but you know who you are. I include all who send in news of any kind, those who regularly write articles, those who allow me to use their photos, those who fix equipment and technical problems, spot errors and help correct them, deliver papers, and help organize and clean up the office – and most with little or no pay.

Many have said they wish Dolphin Talk could be printed more than once per month. I wish I could oblige, but as I age, I find I can’t get around as much or as easily as in the past. If you use social media, you will find news of events occurring between issues on The Dolphin Talk Facebook page. Look it up; click like; and you will receive these updates, as well as highlights from the past issue.

I strongly encourage our readers to support the businesses that advertise in our pages. Without them, there could be no Dolphin Talk. I have heard from many that their advertisements have been productive, so I can honestly encourage others to try advertising with us.

As best I can, I will continue to relay all I know in the way of news and upcoming events in our area and to report on accomplishments and milestones among our readership, as well as publish a variety of articles to inform, encourage, and amuse our readers.

Thank you for reading Dolphin Talk!

Joyce Rhyne, Editor