Hello odd Englishman. I don't recall all I should and thus probably pilfered previous post. My wee brain synapses spend much time taking sin-naps. I suspect somewhere in that void that is my cranium I appreciated a considerate answer or two so I asked again

I suspect like you indicate my assessment of AS'S impact on my life is cyclical and dependent on how my present circumstances are. Presently, I am reflective and this place always seems to give me a bit of inspiration and a chuckle or two

I always try to remain positive, in the best tradition of that hackneyed lemons into lemonade gibberish, but despite an aversion to lemonade it seems to leave me smiling more often than grumbling

As for my once wee trio of lovely ladies they are now 15. Soccer has evolved into lacrosse and cross country running. I coach the lacrosse only because I take odd delight in folks seeing my unique frame bouncing about the sidelines and barking instruction to a remarkable bunch of fit young ladies and maybe because I am wise enough to know that being involved with a fine group of young athletes is great medicine

AS wins a little each year, hopefully I win back a bit more



L-R: Julianna, Jamie, Diane and Tonimarie

stevec-they also serve who stand and wait