Hey. John:

Good to see you. I figure when I don't you're probably doing something exciting. When you don't see me you can figure that I'm either taking out the garbage or mowing the lawn...

I had a wonderful experience this morning that I've just started writing up. When I'm finished I'll share it at the table.

I sent my finished manuscript of my book off to a publisher, and have been gathering some testimonials to use in the front of the book. I'm in an odd position, writing a book of gospel songs, stories and reflections on scripture, 'cause I am nobody in particular. Like, who should care what I have to say? I don't have any degrees or titles after my name, at least in regard to faith. I've felt very humbled by some of the things that friends of mine who also happen to be ministers have to say about my writing. I always find it awkward asking someone to write something that I can use as a quote. What if they really think I stink? So far, no one has said so.

Ruth still has a lousy cold... one that I'm afraid I gave to her on the ride back from Asheville, where I caught it. I'm back to walking, and enjoying it. That's where the story comes from. I'll post it when the first draft is done.

Jerry