Sorry for the delay...

RB: ... in updating. The "silly season" has abated somewhat, so I'll be able to devote more time to the blog. My apologies that posting has been sporadic. Of course, I realize that my own trials and tribulations are minuscule compared to others, so I do feel a pang of guilt at being kept away. Updates should be more frequent. Please remember to submit any ideas, photos, feedback, etc. to beggar.nation at gmail.com