Editorial

Abstract

When asked by William Purkey to act as editor for the Journal forInvitational Theory and Practice my first reaction was “Where is mygood friend Bill Stafford going?” I called Bill and found that the summerlures of the Jersey shore, fishing, crabbing, and the delights of being agrandfather were making increasing demands on his time. On top of that,Bill has a new house in Pennsylvania and a new crop of back road restaurantsin the quaint and quiet villages to be explored and celebrated.As Bill was willing to succumb to the bliss of the rewards from a verysuccessful career, I consented to a short stint in his shoes. Bill’s serviceas editor of the journal has been as gracious as it has been invaluable. Ican only hope to extend his conscientious and caring leadership.