Thanks for the link! Sure, I'd love to read the entire thing. Can you please send it to - [email protected]?

We all need more of those moments! : )

I do like how you changed that stanza—it flows better. When I was writing it I was imagining black & white linoleum kitchen tiles though.

I'm glad you enjoyed it. Thanks!

Thank you!

I'm surprised the governments of the world haven't passed a law yet making it mandatory to wear full body armor, goggles, and a helmet while opening Prosecco. I would guess sparkling wine-related injuries

I wish I could make it to more of the in-person events!

Thanks!

Definitely!

I agree, it's refreshing to not have as many trolls and bots lurking about!

Is Steemit still vibrant? I pop in once or twice a year but haven't written there since the split.

I think a lot of people began that way, myself included. The longer you're here, the more you experience the deeper benefits of the platform.

That's a great thing, isn't it? It makes you question why there's so long between visits but, I guess, that's the state of the world today. This place has been the single best thing I've ever done for

We are definitely blessed!

Thanks Jay! I stay for all the same reasons—nothing beats it!

Thank you Nancy! It was so weird being away for six days. I can't remember the last time I did that. We had so much fun together. It's strange how children can both exhaust and recharge you at the same

Thank you! I hope you're having a great week.

I wouldn't be surprised by anything these days! I read all major banks are developing their own stable coins. I'm sure they're all competing to engineer the new digital dollar. How was Cleveland?

You're right Nancy! You have a good memory. We were there for the celebration of my Mom's 80th birthday. The restaurant we had the party at closed just a few months ago. Ugh, I have political fatigue at

Thanks my friend! My condolences on the passing of your Mom! Losing a parent is something you never really heal from.