was it a sabbatical?

nyet. the only reason nothing's been forthcoming on my part for such a long time, is simply because most issues have been canvassed and adequately dealt with. i've had nothing to add. but you know as well as i do, these are rather interesting times we live in. it's not a question of degree, but a question of maturity and the growing up we all have done. i'll be writing quite a bit this month, but i thought maybe i should just touch base with you, whoever you may be.

the recent spate of arrests have been life affirming and before you let out a ghastly gasp, i have to say that i make this statement with a view to the bigger picture, and not merely our rice bowl or our tummies - that's day to day.

see you in a day or two.