I am still breathing. School is trying to put a stop to that, but that's just academic life for you.
For those wondering, yes, I am back in California, yes, I have been taking photos (just not very often), and yes, I might even get around to posting some of them eventually (crazy concept, right?).  If you've left me a comment or sent me a note, my apologies - I've been trying to get to them as promptly as possible, which isn't very.
And now, back to homework.