I've been debating whether to post something on the troubles at Case. Let me just say that I'm keeping you in my thoughts-- both my friends and others.

And on a lighter note,
Here are two books that I'd love to read, though not at the same time. (or perhaps consciously at the same time):

I'll read this one when I get around to it:
The Importance of Being Lazy: In Praise of Play, Leisure, and Vacation.
It even has a (pompous) Dartmouth reviewer-- though I like the Chicago Tribune review better.

Look Mom! I have Caffeine!! :-)
The World of Caffeine: The Science and Culture of the World's Most Popular Drug