Normal service...

...will be resumed as soon as possible. Things have been a bit hectic at the practice lately and I haven't had much time or energy left over for blogging. But I have been touched by your kind remarks, dear Readers. You may rest assured that Brown is alive and well and in good spirits.

Mrs Brown and I are now the proud possessors of an Empty Nest (TM) and I am delighted, not to say relieved, to find that as we get to know each other once again we still take pleasure in each other's company. I am indeed a fortunate man.