I’ve been away.  So what?  I spent two great weeks in California and New Years Eve in Las Vegas.  And I can’t wait to get back.

No, I haven’t been writing.

No, I haven’t been working on the house.

No, I haven’t been doing this or that.

I’ve been busy – working and taking care of stuff.  Stuff that when gone, will release me to California.

Most importantly though, I got married.  Let me rephrase:  I GOT MARRIED!  And I’m very happy.  Now, I’d like to join my wife in California (she took a job there earlier last year).

Thus Spracht (sp?) my rant…ramble.