Oops! Sorry for the absence. I've been away. I knew that of course. But I forgot to let you guys know. So I'm sorry for any concern I caused. I am alive, I am well, I am happy.

10 days in Italy, split roughly between Venice for a conference, and Piemonte for wine and food tasting with my friend Will. All in all, fantastic.

Some friends, celebrating K and Molly's birthdays in May with a one night trip to Paris. Fun was had by all. From left to right, Andy, Molly, James, K, Thijs and Philippa.