Learning the ropes. Again.

Right now, I'm learning how each reporter and editor at the Times-Gazette contributes to the success of the newspaper and how I can enhance everyone's efforts.

At the same time, I'm learning new computer apps and systems, and there is a lot to learn.

Everyone has been very accommodating and I am enjoying my time in Shelbyville. And that is important.

You see, journalism has never been work for me. It has always been fun and I want to keep it that way.

Most journalists are insatiably curious, which is why we ask so many questions, sometimes almost to the point of seeming obnoxious. The questions, even the dumb ones, are important to us.

Yes, we could refrain from asking questions with obvious answers, but sooner or later that habit would result in errors in stories. So, it's better to ask the dumb questions than to assume answers.