From a quick bit of research, it seems that we’re smack-dab in the middle of the dog days of summer. Oof, it’s hot.

Summer vacation is coming to a close and the kids will be going back to school in just a couple of weeks. Meanwhile, my deadline for “A Place Called Hope” is September 1st and is approaching quickly. I’m planning for a crunch over the next month-and-a-half to get it out the door.

Nominations for the Dragon Awards close in less than a week. If you’re so inclined, you can make your selections here.