In honor and respect to our military personnel presently serving, veterans, and those who gave their lives in service to our country, and my step-son, Second Class Petty Officer Charles L. Pickett III, USN, our democracy depends on our involvement and educated participation.

Here's an invite! If you are yet to be registered to vote in this November 2, 2010 election, here's your opportunity to complete this "post card" and we will make sure you are mailed the forms! It is our right and duty.