before the final holiday crush takes over and I don't have the time. The joys of retail!

I first want to wish all my fellow chippers a joyous and safe Holiday Season.

2002 was a pretty good year over all. I was able to acquire some nice chips, sold a few as well. I participated in several trades, most small but a couple of big ones. I met many new people and developed many new friendships.

Got my web-site up and running and in 6 months have exceeded 6000 visits. Thanks to those who offered suggestions and encouragement...keep it coming!

Nagged my brother until he joined the CC>CC...welcome aboard George!

But the best thing that happened this year was hooking up with Allan, Paul, and Charlie every Monday for lunch. And now George joins us for some good food and serious chip talk. I learn something new every week whether it's about chips, tokens, counters, the places or the people who ran them. You can't buy that in a book or win in an auction.

It's early, but I'm putting 2002 to bed and I'm looking forward to see what turns up in 2003!

Take care everyone and Happy Chippin'