I very much apologize for my absence. Over the past year or so there have been problems with utility companies and other thieves; my health, neighbors and finances, the tax man and other legal issues; family stuff... This list isn't fun. I can't say I'm “up and going again”, but I seem to be getting back on my feet. I really am sorry for not being around here. The local libraries block this site (due to drugs, sex, free thinking, or something) and I've had no other Internet access, plus life has been really sucking. But, like I said, I seem to be getting back on my feet although it's all still plenty shaky. If I should disappear again, I'll be back. Peace, poor_old_dad