It has been almost a month since my last entry for Instant Messaging Industry Insider. I have been through a serious medical ordeal, involving a subarachnoid aneurysm (blood vessel in my brain leaking) and subsequent brain surgery. I have managed to come through with nothing more serious than a glorious scar, having avoided loss of motor, sensory, or cognitive function, miraculously.

After a few weeks of recuperation, I am back at my desk, and ready to catch up on what's going on in the instant messaging marketplace.

Thanks to all those who sent their best wishes. I appreciate the hopes for my rapid recovery and the many offers to assist me and my family in a time of need.