Mira and Angie,

We were all relieved to hear you'd gotten word from Rollie. The whole crew is hoping you will be able to talk him into coming back. I know I would miss him a LOT, if you don't succeed. (Be sure to tell him that! So will Sarah and the girls. I feel sort of like I inherited Rollie from Leo, you know? I'd hate to lose him. Leo wouldn't like it either.) At least he's with Mangela and willing to listen. I can understand why he needs to go where his father died though. It must be hurting him deeply. Just remember this, he's no longer alone and he knows it now.

Sarah and I agree with you and Illyarrie. Rollie probably has lost weight. I hope he's not hurting himself with all this walkabout stuff. Bet his knee is really bothering him. Very clever and generous of the tribe to do that. It was probably the only way to keep him from doing himself even more damage.

The UN Bandit huh? Well, the idiot was drunk (as you might guess) and wanted some quick cash. He decided the UN had lots of it and why shouldn't he get some. It was funny in the end, because he used a squirt gun. Bright yellow! The guards there were cracking up so much, he almost made it inside. The UN officials were uncommonly gracious and aren't holding it against NYC. Best laugh they had all week actually. Needless to say, the brass were relieved.

Keep an eye on each other and give Rollie a big hug from me and kisses from Sarah and the girls. We miss him. Tell him I'm sorry I didn't make it around more. I hope he can forgive me for that. We'll be eagerly awaiting more news.

Francis

P.S. Rumor is you know who may be going to pursue a more... prestigious political career than law enforcement. If true, a lot of people will breathe easier.