OPINION

By Jerry Gay

Metaphorically we speak about driving down the road of life. Following this vision we know our journey can be taken on highways or side roads. I have been photographing and writing columns for over two years to share with you my windshield view of everyday life in Point Roberts. As I pondered emotional issues and political viewpoints I perceived them as merely smudges and smears on the glass we are trying to see through clearly. While driving slowly remarkable people, unique places and great ideas could be better observed from my side windows or rear view mirror.

The All Point Bulletin publishers have graciously hosted my picture driven essays about the many roadside attractions and distractions of daily life on the Point. This issue will conclude my attempts to squeegee off bugs and road grime from various outlooks of our reality. I will truly miss providing spiritual insights into neighborly compassion that has inspired my heartfelt passions about our community. I have cherished this opportunity to share a visual journal honoring fellow travelers’ personalities and their significant contributions. May God bless us all and I will look for you down the road.

When we reach out and embrace our neighbors we see pictures that enhance everyday life in our own international community.