For a long time I left this blank because, as my wife keeps reminding me, it’s not About Me. I guess that’s not what it means, though, so I should give some real data. Most of my background info is described in my initial post. Some more info is:
I am a follower, apprentice, and disciple of the living Son of God, Jesus.
I’m married to the most wonderful woman alive. We’re MFEO.
I have three terrific and amazingly gifted kids, aged 18-29.
Beyond that primary list, some of the other things that occupy my time, energy, and heart are:
- Haiti
- Books (esp: Mark Helprin, Leif Enger, Erwin McManus, CS Lewis, Edwidge Danticat, Dallas Willard, Anne Lamott, and many more)
- Film
- MS
- Community
- Music
- Writing
- Martha’s Vineyard
- Children
- Baseball (especially the Lowell Spinners)
- Theater
There are probably plenty more that I can’t think of at the moment. I’m consoled by the fact that no one reads this. 
God bless you.
I read this! Your feeling of consolation may or may not remain.