Who, When, Why What

[GARY POPOLO]

Frist I want to say that all of your posts were very interesting to read. It is amazing how many people get hit with the Lincoln bug! I want to frist say to you Jim how truly sorry I am about the loss of your daughter. I have two daughters myself and can not imagine the pain you must have gone though. Next Laurie my first daugter Tracey was born on May 9th. Now as to Who & When The person who drew me to Lincoln. That would have to be my 7th. grade high school history teacher Mr Prisler. He loved everything about Lincoln and the assassination. He gave me a book Myths after Lincoln by Lloyd Lewis. I could not put that book down. I still have that book and have read it a couple of times.

Why - I am not sure what drew me to like Lincoln as much I do but, I think it has to do with the man and his time in history, the civil war, assassination, conspirators and conspiracy theories. The stories are endless. What is not to like!
What - I am not sure exactly how Lincoln effects me in my everyday life. I look forward to coming to this forum and learning more about the man and his times. As silly as it may sound in my business I try to be true to myself, honest with my clients and at times ask myself "what would Lincoln do". Best Gary