Somebody asked me not too long back who
I really was, and how I came to be a writer. I told
them there just wasn't that much to tell, at least
that I wanted known. I don't have anything to hide,
but I don't figure who I am really makes all that
much difference, not compared to all the problems in
the world today. They kept on pestering until I
finally told them what I believe in, and that seemed
to satisfy them. What did I say? Well, here it is.
I'm just an old cowboy (Irish and Lakota
descent, Texan to the core) who still believes in
and lives by the Code of the West. Respect women,
the law, your country and all it represents. Expect
the same from everyone else, and accept no
compromise. Speak the truth, and if you can't, keep
your mouth shut. But never be afraid to speak your
mind, short of intentionally hurting a friend,
unless they need a wake-up call. Give both
compliments and criticism sparingly, and only when
necessary. Never give your word if you can't keep
it. Know that you can't get along with everyone, so
don't even try. Understand that everyone has
opinions, and respect those opinions whether they
agree with you or not. To paraphrase Voltaire, "I
may not agree with what you say, but I will defend
to the death your right to say it."
I also believe in the credo of the Texas
Rangers, "A man in the wrong can't stop a man in the
right that just keeps coming." Fight for justice,
and against injustices, but know the difference, not
all causes are just, and not all people are worthy
of the effort.
Though I enjoy my friends, I also enjoy
being alone, and I don't need my friends to complete
me. The best way to have a good friend is to be one.
Never be afraid to ask for or offer help, that's
what friends do.
I love watching a fine horse or a good
dog work, quiet, lonely places, good food, good
friends, and nature in all its beauty, including a
pretty woman or a happy child. I also enjoy writing
a good story of the Old West; one the reader can
immerse themselves in and visualize the surroundings
and events as though they were there. If you choose
to read one of my stories, I hope you'll enjoy
reading it as much as I did writing it.
Cherokee
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