Hi there, just checking in...i'm new around here and i hope to get a chance to write something and to learn something.

Megadittos and welcome to the Kossack,

I grew up in the Durham area, and still have family in the area.  I hear you guys have had a hot, dry summer.

I look forward to reading your post around the site.

Welcome aboard the kossack!  Great to have you here.