Our friend has not been by lately, at least that we know of. I take my dog for a late night walk tonight, about a mile down the road to a convenience store to get a cigar (cheap one Fut!), for the walk back. Damned if I didn't have the few bucks for the cigar but failed a light until someone in line said 'hey take my matches', all the while eyeing my pal Champ leashed closely by my side -- mind you INSIDE the store (still a red state ). So I just walked back with my dog thinking about a lot of things, including you folks who have contributed an awful lot of good things over quite a span of time -- sharing thoughts and ideas for the betterment of others -- the way it ought to be. It is a good lot here, and if we find ourselves among those whom chance creates good fortune, then no doubt even many others will benefit down the line. I imagine that Rash is in training with a new pooch, and pre-occupied with all that goes with it. Many miss his weekend treatises, some more than others. It is late, hope all is well. Best