You guys think you know me. I'm sorry to say, you don't.

Some of you seem to believe you can determine my personality, my motives, and my political views from the songs I write and the things I post here. You can't.

I showed some of these posts to my wife. She laughed and said, "That's not you. They have no idea who you really are."

She's right.

I write songs when I'm happy and when I'm sad. I write songs when I read something in the newspaper, see something on TV, or come across an idea that catches my attention. Sometimes I write about life, sometimes about people, sometimes about the world around me. That's what songwriters do. We take inspiration from all kinds of things.

A song isn't a complete picture of the person who wrote it. And disagreeing with someone doesn't give you the right to tell them who they are or what their motives must be.

The personal judgments and accusations I've seen here lately have taken much of the enjoyment out of participating in this forum. I came here because I love writing songs, sharing ideas, exchanging feedback, and collaborating with other talented people. Fortunately, I've built some wonderful relationships with songwriters here and elsewhere, and I'll continue to write and collaborate with them.

For the time being, it's time for me to move on from this website.

I wish those who enjoy the forum all the best. I hope it continues to be a place where you guys can share your music, collaborate, exchange ideas, and treat one another with respect, even when you disagree.

Take care, everyone.

Last edited by Rob B.; 10/17/26 12:34 PM.