Return of the Platypus

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That's right, I have returned, and with me the Platypus. More will follow as soon as I return to U.S. time, but suffices to say that I am safe and sound and have all my luggage.

In other news, I am engaged, that's right, engaged to the lovely, talented, witty, capable and godly Sharon Rose Biggs.

The Platypus has much more Truth to speak on both these subjects, but that must wait until I've taken my malaria pill...

Comments

K-W said…
Huzzah!
12:51 AM
luminarumbra said…
Welcome back, Jim! And congratulations to you both! May God light your path every step of the way, and may He bind you closer together as He brings you closer to Him for His glory.
5:20 AM
Sher said…
That's awesome! Congratulations!
2:35 AM
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