I'm sorry for the interruption in the story. This week, we had to say goodbye to a dear friend, and I felt like I needed to honor that in some way.

This was Blue. He was about 13, and as fine a companion as I could have ever hoped for. I have never known a soul more gentle-natured, sweet, and loving. My wife and I are deeply saddened by his passing, but our gratitude for the privilege of having Blue share our lives for so many good years far outweighs our grief. We will miss him.

Thunderstruck will continue regular updates on Monday.

- Grayson Towler
August, 2005