well, I guess I should post something

So, it's been awhile. Life has been crazy. Here is a recap.

• Father was diagnosed with bladder cancer and died 3 months later
• We moved to California for a year to take care of his "estate"
• So far have made over two dozen dump runs so far in taking care of his "estate"
• Much great writing, artwork, and photographs from my dad's have been collected
• My niece just got home from her mission in Indonesia
• Have reconnected with old friends
• Have visited old outdoor stomping grounds - Wright's Lake, Horsetail Falls, Icehouse, SF of the American, Quintette, Apple Hill, Bodega Bay, Redwoods, etc
• Have been writing my own stories based on concepts by my father
• Went to Hawaii with my wife, son, my brother and his family
  
• My son is growing. He talks, swims (with a life jacket), runs, laughs, flies kites, and is in general, a great joy to me
• My wife is patient (usually) and is fabulous for being a willing participant in this year long adventure

Life is pretty good, despite the death of my father. I find that when I am not angry at him for being a hoarder and putting me through this...trial?... I really do miss him. I wish Ethan was old enough to be able to remember him, but it is what it is. His house is haunted by my memories of him.