sincere apologies

My faithful followers, you have all been so patient with me. Expecting new posts and not hearing from me for almost two weeks. My behavior as a blogger has been inexcusable, and for that I apologize. The past week and a half has been a doozie, though. Lots of exciting stories to share with you all; a family reunion and wedding, training at a world class facility for work in Texas, and then visiting old friends in Atlanta. For all of this I got to enjoy the pleasures of five flights in 10 days. That's a lot of travel, people. But alas, I am back. I'm here in the blogosphere ready to share my tales and stories, my experiences and perspectives. Oh yes, and we must not forget that today is my birthday!! I'm a quarter-century old, folks. Half-way to 50!! And what an exciting ride it has been so far...