Have to mix in some straight up uncomplicated joys. Even in a timeline that claims to be working toward a mildly better world than ours, there’s still plenty of challenge en route. So… joys.
Yes.
Although “we” makes it sound as though Martin is too. I’m sure he caught up quickly.
I’ve been slow picking up the tale of late, unsure of what episodes are worth writing. I’m erring on the side of those that most sow or reap alternateness. This will mean a little time jump forward, but another correspondence chapter can catch us up on events worth telling but less worth showing.