My father-in-law, Kalman Tillem died today. He was 92. I should write more, and someday I will. Even when expected such things always come as a shock. I feel fortunate to have known him. The picture at the right was one I took in May when I was in Detroit, and just ineptly hacked down for the moment.

I imagine the blog will be in sorry shape for the next couple of weeks. As it is, I'm packing now to start the drive tonight.

Update: I got to Detroit late Sunday night. Stopped over Saturday in a place called Sweet Spring, MO, about 1/4 into the 1000 mile drive. Had good weather and a smooth drive all the way, but I was surprised at how thick the traffic was. Still, a long, tiring schlep.

Funeral is Tuesday, July 8, 1PM, at Ira Kaufman Chapel.