Hello, again, all! As my last update post may have led you to believe, I have indeed been monstrously busy over the past several months. It happens to the best of us.
Recently, however, I’ve managed to carve out enough time to do something that I’ve wanted to do for several years. The website that you are now reading not only has a snappy new domain but also the same software runs a site for my main domain at jimvanfleet.com. This is the first time that software of any kind has run my main domain, so, for a geek like me, that’s pretty neat.
My belief is that this setup will allow me to lay out my thoughts and interests with structure (which blogs don’t really do) while still using the blog format (which is the best for keeping people up to date and retaining interest). I’m getting to a point in my professional life where I expect to have to spend more time blogging to have the success that I’d like. What a world, huh?
So welcome! I know this is the first that you’ve heard from me in awhile, but I catch a flight to Iowa later today. IOWA!

Jim,
Great to hear from you. I can’t tell you how many times I have thought about you over the past few years. I am so embarrassed that I haven’t stayed in contact with you over the past 3 years, I’m so happy that you are still willing to talk with me after all thathas happened between us in the past. I think about you all the time.
I spend almost of my time involved in NA (check out our site http://www.ctana.org of which I am a secretary and developer), going to meetings and volunteering my time). I also still love great music, and would love to hear from you regarding your hobbies and tastes. I love seeing what you are listening too using last.fm.
Jim,
Great to hear from you. I can’t tell you how many times I have thought about you over the past few years. I am so embarrassed that I haven’t stayed in contact with you over the past 3 years, I’m so happy that you are still willing to talk with me after all thathas happened between us in the past. I think about you all the time.
I spend almost of my time involved in NA (check out our site http://www.ctana.org of which I am a secretary and developer); going to meetings and volunteering my time). I also still love great music, and would love to hear from you regarding your hobbies and tastes. I love seeing what you are listening too using last.fm, which is where I found you. So what are your favorite acts right now.
My bro is in a cool band called Grimey Styles that plays dub-reggae all over. reggae, and they tour nationally all the time.
and have somewhat of a cult following. Check them out at their web page http://www.grimeystyles.com). So what are you listening too these days my friend.
On a more serious note, I still feel absolutely terrible about what damaged our relationship and will do whatever it takes o make it up to you. I was so scarred I couldn’t respond appropriately to the situation. Please let me know if there is ever anything I can do for you. I miss you Jim, and would LOVE to meet up in person .
Look forward to talking with you again soon mi amigo.
All the love in the world,
Mark
P.S. call me and send me your number!!!
(512) 799-6299
Hey Jim,
Love the look of the blog. Hope to read more.
Ciao,
Mel