Before anything else, gang, here's hoping that the many thumbs out there that worked overtime yesterday are getting something of a rest... you've all earned it. And to one and all, every wish that your Lenten journey's off to a wonderful start.

For the curious, another "Back Page" will be up and running later -- hopefully around 3.30ish Eastern (2030GMT), so either feel free to get an early start sending whatever questions or thoughts you might have, or just let 'em rain in the livebox.

In the meantime, more posts to come... and, well, away we go.

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