Down here in Floribama we've actually had a couple of days with no rain. First it was Tropical Storm Hanna, then Tropical Storm Isidore, then Hurricane Lili. None of them came close, but between them and a frontal system or two the rain had been non-stop for over a month. It's good to see the sun again. And the temperatures have dropped enough to turn off the air conditioner. Hopefully it'll stay off until mid-June.

And, mmm1a, I'm sure your son is a great kid, but you should probably try to get him some counselling for this trombone thing. There's gotta be something wrong with anyone who would want to play an instrument that has spit-valve. And, then, to freeze his lips off marching in freezing weather? Definite sign of masochistic tendencies. Get help before it's too late.

Bruce