Happy St. Patrick's Day

Normally, I'd take at least a half day off and celebrate with my people. Unfortunately, I've been beset lately by a lot of time off to attend the doctor. My primary physician was very concerned about a test finding, and I've been battling against that for the past week.

The good news is that my final tests were completed yesterday, and I passed with flying colors. Hence, the blog will continue to be updated for the foreseeable future. The bad news is that I burned a lot of vacation in the process, hence my need to work a full day today.

My plan is to come home, pick up my wife, stop by the mausoleum where Dad is resting, say a few words, then head to Jake O'Connor's for some Guinness, Jameson, fish & chips, and associated revelry.

Compared to others, it will be a quiet St. Patrick's day. But one that will be celebrated with relief and thanks.