It is always bittersweet as I watch the flickering modem lights go solid. I know this means the link to Internet has returned. But for how long? It is a sick and twisted curse. I am often given just enough time – perhaps only minutes – with Internet to remember how much I missed it before having the connection swiftly severed again at the most inopportune moment.

Alas, I have been unable to lift this vile hex. It is with a heavy heart that I now blog. Internet has embraced me once more, but if lengthy delays between posts occur in future, it is likely I have somehow fallen again from Internet’s graces and have been stranded in an Offline Hell.

When I am in its glorious presence, I will endeavour to post. But this missive I now scribe should serve as a warning: Internet is a fickle creature and I am unsure when I will be in its favour and when it will turn its back on me. Yet, fear not, loyal and subservient followers. I will do all in my power to make the most of the time Internet gives me to commune with you.

Of course, I speak only for myself. As for the Mockingbard, it can be counted on for naught.