Sorry about this, dear reader, but circumstances have prevented the publication of today’s newsletter. You know I try to get this thing out to you each weekday at noon, rain or shine. But something has come up unexpectedly, and it’s taking all my time today. And possibly tomorrow. I’m not sure yet.
Don’t worry, I’m fine. It’s not bad news — and might be very good news — but it’s unavoidable nonetheless.
Sorry to be so vague. Sorry! I promise I’ll elaborate when I can. You’ll get a real newsletter tomorrow, or Monday at the latest. I’m playing this the only way I know how: by ear.
Thanks for indulging me, and I’ll see you then.
How about if you don't feel guilty for skipping a day? I subscribe to 16 Substacks—in addition to countless other sources of news/info throughout the day—and appreciate (and usually read) those who offer less. Glenn Greenwald sends an effing manifesto every couple of days and I've stopped trying to absorb any of it. Your stuff is always great, and you're worth the price. But a day isn't ruined if you don't pop up in the inbox. Pace yourself.
Might I interest readers in the ramblings of a dumb duck who rides a bike? I do the substack thing now. Not nearly to the level as our Dear Leader.
So, check it out. Or not. I don't care. I'll keep writing even if no one reads it.
On second thought, it's pretty boring shit. Lots of bike related content. I strongly recommend you ignore my suggestion. You are warned.