Because of very low readership (about one visitor per day, half of them probably my family), I am suspending regular weekly issues of this blog and will post irregularly and generally less frequently. The format — long essays (usually over 2000 words) — is no doubt part of the problem. I will be rethinking both the format and the content, and will refocus on my original plan, writing a book.
As for my not-so-huge, but loyal fan base, especially Leone and John, thank you for your attention and your support.
Dick Montague