Great advice, Dennis! Thank you! My town is a bit clannish. Those who have money have "prominent positions" and seem to be able to get a speaking engagement or get help with putting a class together. I've had a difficult time getting my picture in the paper after attending the Arthritis Foundation's event in Washington, D.C. After I published my two poetry books, it took a week to get the article published. However, after I published my third book, which was the first in my series about my journey, it took even longer. They NEVER published the article. I've lived here my entire life. I've donated books to the library. It is just that you must live on the "right side of the tracks" to get your voice heard! I've given thought to attending monthly city council meetings to see if I can get involved and make a difference.