I know, I know, I 've been terribly bad about keeping this thing up to date as of late -- my sincerest apologies to all of you
(all 2 of you) who've surely been waiting on pins and needles for any word from me. Yes, I am alive and kicking. More importantly, in a couple of days I will be California-bound! Until further notice I'll be spending some quality time with this beautiful girl,

trying my hand at puppy-sitting/training while enjoying SoCal. . .and oh yeah, hanging out with her parents (my brother and sister-in-law) too. What's life without a little adventure?! Stay tuned.