@RobertQuick: Sorry to intrude on the awesome story that you had going, but I couldn’t resist. You had set up such an amazing tale, and I just had to join in.

No apologies necessary. I have an open invitation for all to take part. I think there’s room for all of our stories, even if they go in different directions. I am honored that you felt inspired after reading mine. Thank you! Your take is very interesting. I have always liked stories where reality is . . . fluid.

Wow. What a resurrection. Great job carrying on the style of the story – I’ve scrapped quite a number of drafts because I couldn’t quite nail the original tone.