So it's been extremely busy at work and I haven't had much time to do what I want to do. I had planned to take part in a fund raising bicycle ride in September. A nice 100km jaunt. One does not just get on one's bike and ride 100km. A little training must be partaken to achieve the necessary level of fitness. I had good intentions, but have only been able to do a 50km ride once every second week. Not enough. It was causing me stress knowing I was not going to be prepared. I've had to withdraw - which is sad. This weekend I am in Mansfield with my two younger brothers to be with my father - for father's day tomorrow. Maybe his last. He's made miraculous recoveries in the past, but this time he's taken a very long time to recover, and is still in hospital after three weeks. We'll hope for the best. --- bradmac@freeshell.org 2017-09-02