There have been a lot of changes since the last time I posted here.

I’m sorry about that, by the way.  The longer I go without writing, the harder it is for me to actually start writing.  I’ve lost count of how many posts I’ve talked myself out of writing by thinking they weren’t “Daddy” enough or “Geek” enough or just plain not interesting enough.  Which is kind of ridiculous when you think about it, because since when is anything I write interesting?

And that’s about as good of a segue as I’m likely to give myself since the biggest change will probably result in a slight shift of focus (and, hopefully, a return to regular posting).  In light of the sucky economy and a desire to see our boys grow up close to at least one side of their family, Rhonda and I have decided to say “Goodbye” to Orlando and move (back, in the case of Rhonda and Nick) to Lucedale, MS, where her family lives.  This will probably result in posts that have less to do with fatherhood or geekiness and more to do with the experiences of a guy who is both a daddy and a geek.

For instance, I’m sure I’ll be writing about the culture shock that a big-city yankee experiences in a small southern town. Or, since Jude will be staying in Florida with his mom, I’m sure I’ll do plenty of whining about how much I miss him.

Most of the other changes (that I can talk about right now) are smaller in scale and more routine.  Harper is now pulling himself up to standing and taking steps with help, which will make any parent proud.  He also has me half-convinced that he’s trying to say “Daddy”, but that could easily be wishful thinking at this point.

I’ve been doing a lot of reading lately and I’m working on posting some book reviews.  I almost have one done for Stephen King’s Under The Dome, so look for that soon.

Rhonda’s working on a 30-day Vegetarian Challenge and I’ve decided to go along for the ride, while reserving my right to eat a hot dog if I can’t hack it, so there will likely be some thoughts on that and some recipes.

And that’s about it, for now.  There will be a lag in posting during the move and for awhile afterward, but you should all be used to that for now.  Otherwise, I’ll try to find interesting things to say about the preparation, execution, and aftermath.

For Rhonda’s perspective on all of this, and to just bask in her general witty awesomeness, you should check out her new blog – Hepburn and Houndstooth.

And I’m out.