Finally retired at the end of 2025 after 47 years in the field of agricultural journalism, sticking with the major for which Iowa State prepared me so well. It was a great run, mainly with two companies (Knight-Ridder Financial, which no longer exists, and Sosland Publishing Co.), all in the Kansas City area. Added an MBA from a local K.C. university along the way to improve my marketing and analytical skills. My wife (Kay) of nearly 49 years and I already have increased our travel, spent more time with the grandkids, and worked more in our church and the local community. I'm doing a little consulting and mentoring this year and next, but then fully pulling the plug. Thanks, Iowa State! Go Cyclones!!