Yes, but...I've been sick

There really isn't a good excuse for not writing one's friends. But if I was feeling defensive I'd blame procrastination. And Canada.

I don't exactly know what hinders me from sitting down with my laptop and clacking away a few thoughtful words for the sake of a friendship. It's bugging the heck out of me and I figure there's only one way to go about it: Just do it. (Thanks, Nike!)

So, my beloved but neglected friends, expect to hear from me soon. I mean it this time. I'm putting it out here for public record; so that if you don't hear from me you can send me a scathing missive or, preferably, a friendly but firm reminder. My little sister Jeannie does. And she always gets results. (By writing me a friendly but firm reminder, of course.)