It seems that part of the damn problem is that the infection and aftermath

has annoyed hell out of the arthritis in the hand.  Helps a whole lot.  I lieu of much writing, some links and clearance.

Larry Correia helped edit a new collection that just came out.

Good piece on ritual, and what it can mean.

Occasional-Cortex demonstrates-again-  just what a self-centered spoiled brat she is.