"In that vein, these messages would be, presently, conspicuously short. I have chosen to continue writing them as a way of reaching out and communicating directly with you to ensure you that every member of Ionic is forefront in my mind, despite our inability to meet in person."
"Brethren, as we approach the upcoming Thanksgiving season, may the events of the recent past stimulate within you those most endearing virtues of Brotherly Love, Relief and Truth."
I have to thank the Brethren that relieved me of some of my duties last month when I had to, unexpectedly, travel to the Caribbean to help prepare for a hurricane, as my family lives in that region.