Hello, from Ranch Mirage, California, the site of the annual HP Tech Retreat, which begins on Wednesday.  So, as it is now Tuesday evening, there is nothing yet to report.

The trip in was just fine.  Pittsburgh to Phoenix; Phoenix to Ontario, CA; A rental car into the Palm Springs area.  Rocky Bleier (former 70's-era Pittsburgh Steeler) was on the flight into Phoenix.  Wow!

I have not been to Phoenix in 10 years or so.  I noticed that it is MUCH smoggier now than it was then.  Probably a sign of the humongous population growth.  For those readers who do not know much PMI history, we used to have a Division in Phoenix many moons ago.  It was a "learning experience", for sure.  I think David was able to fly there and back in his sleep!

By the way, Tuesdays that follow holiday Mondays are called "Virtual Monday" by regular business commuters at the airport.  The security line went all the way to the door, which I was told is normal for Mondays on regular weeks.

Well, since I had a rental car with unlimited mileage and an afternoon to kill, I decided to take a drive through the Johua Tree National Park, which is just a short distance from Palm Springs.  What a place!  Just miles and miles of nothing but huge rocks, cactus and, of course, the famous Joshua Trees.  Tons of them.  There were many moments when I felt like I was the only one around for miles and miles.  When I turned off the main road and shut off the car, I could hear ringing in my ears, it was THAT quiet.  A real cathedral of nature, for sure.  I may get to post a picture or two in my Myspace.com account, if I get the time (and the right connection!).

Well, I'll add some better stuff tomorrow. Special hugs and kisses to my wife and kids at home.  I love you!  Sorry, all you other readers - I love you, too!

See you Wednesday.

Ed