*creaking noise as fingers type and the rust starts to flake off of his digits*

Ahhh... Feels good to be back. It has been some time, and I'm sorry for being out of touch for so long. I moved into a new place, and there was no extra line available, so I had to wait to be able to get broadband again.

Now I'm back, and hoping to start being able to do my online work again.

So, wish me luck!

On a sadder note, day before yesterday, Beth's mother slipped and broke her shoulder and had to be rushed into surgery, and my mother passed away. They found her in downtown Stockton, dying of pneumonia. She passed and they revived her four times before she finally completely gave up the ghost. Rest in peace, Mom. And wherever you are, know that Beth and I both love you and will miss you. And to Beth's mom, get well soon, and I'm sorry for your pain.

Ok... recovering from writing that... The wound there is still raw. I don't know where my father is anymore, and so this is the first of my parents to go for me. And she leaves behind myself, and my little sister and her daughter... To them, lots of love and hope that they will be okay through all this. Love you, sis, and you too, little one.

And I still need some kind of steady income. If you are in Sacramento, and need any kind of graphic arts or design work done, please let me know.

To Beth... I love you, girl. With everything I am. Be well.

And last, to you all: Take care, and cherish those you have. Because you never know when you'll lose them.