For the last month I have been dealing with technologically fatal problems with my old computer. After a great gnashing of teeth, and a considerable financial expenditure, this problem should resolve itself by the end of this week. My new computer should be up and running with mind-numbing speed (far outstripping my capacity to utilize same) and I should be back in the rumination business forthwith.
It's not that I haven't had anything to say, I just lacked the ability to make the posts. Thanks to all my faithful, and casual, followers for your patience. I'll be back soon.