Despite my normal dedication to this endeavor, I fear writing on this blog is going to be slightly nonexistent for the next few days as J defends his thesis tomorrow, becomes a PhD, and we - our families (Labradoodle included) and our friends - spend a fair amount of time celebrating. Do stay tuned for pictures, however. And the regular posts are sure to return next week, and then, in coming weeks, watch out for novel-like entries as my status as Person Without Real Career becomes less of an idea and more of a startling reality and I have, you know, a lot of time on my hands...