A break in the radio silence

Due to some recent personal and professional obligations -- some expected, some not -- my last post here was exactly one month ago. I apologize for that protracted absence, but starting today, I'll pick back up with something resembling regular posting.

Thank you to everyone who has inquired about my well-being and to everyone who has continued to visit despite the noticeable dearth of updates. I'm back, I'm doing fine, and I'm ready to crank this place back up again. It's go time.