I don't expect it to make it in time for Christmas, but the No. 5 Ideal making its way from France is in the hands of the importer, awaiting the form 6. Almost two years since I paid for it, and I look forward to finally holding it.

Franc, my thoughts and prayers for your wife... a gentle reminder of what's really important.

Tolerance: the abolition of absolutes

Consistency is the currency of credibility