A passing

Tom's mother has passed away. Let's all take a moment to wish her a safe and peaceful passage to Heaven/The Summerland/rebirth/The Happy Hunting Ground/nirvana/absolute nothingness/other.

Let's also wish Tom and his family peace and the blessings of God/The Gods/Jesus/Buddha/Kwan Yin/The Great Mother/Vishnu/White Buffalo Woman/other human beings/The Flying Spaghetti Monster.

Finally, let's be patient with the blog while Tom handles family business and mourns appropriately.

Tom, our hearts are with you.