Lorcan, last time I remember seeing something from you here was after a gas line explosion in midtown Manhattan last year and you had some incredible photos up at Flickr. I see someone posted a link, I'll have to follow it.

I think someone said he is a "traveller," but it was my understanding that he represented Travellers (gypsies), wasn't one of that group. Is this correct?

As to family, it has been my experience that the best family is the one you put together for yourself, whether related by blood or not. I totally understand and sympathize about the (verbal?) assaults by a family member. Been there, done that, it is no fun, especially when you're giving up so much of your life to care for the needs of someone else, only to be abused or even accused of nefarious activity.

Good luck and stay well,

SRS