Regrettably, I must bring my Board family news of impending hardship, struggles and disappointment. I have confirmation the Motions For Summary Judgment in the medical malpractice case set for trial on Tuesday, January 19, 2016 will be heard on Friday, January 15, 2016, thus preventing my attendance on the January 2016 Called Meeting. Although my absence brings disappointment to all you and imposes the frightening prospect of your trying to struggle through the bewildering and challenging issues before you without my brilliant and able guidance, I am confident most of you will suffer (/some not too quietly/) through the soul-rending hardship without permanent emotional or intellectual scarring. I wish you safe travels to and from the Meeting and that in those moments of confusion and doubt you will be guided by Hiram's wise and calming voice. [/If any of you do hear Hiram's voice, and worse, actually respond to his voice — please speak to Dr. Boehner immediately about psychiatric intervention./] 73 *-----------------------------------------------------* ** John Robert Stratton N5AUS Office telephone: 512-445-6262 Cell: 512-426-2028 PO Box 2232 Austin, Texas 78768-2232 *-----------------------------------------------------*