Checking In

   Apologies for the lack of posts for the past few days - I've been recovering from a personal tragedy.

   My mother passed away a few days ago.

   It's a hard thing to bear, though it wasn't a surprise - she had been in poor health for the last couple of years, and the last few months have been especially difficult for her.

   But it's still a shock to lose her - she was a wonderful, giving person who devoted much of her life to caring for others. Her funeral was a wonderful celebration of her life and how much people loved her.

   I appreciate your patience with me - I expect to be back to publishing on Wednesday.

   Hug your loved ones, folks - you never know how much time you have together.