Thanks, flesco. It's that time of year when a lot is going on, but Julie's pnenmonia diagnosis was unexpected, but hopefully it won't affect the two major holidays ahead.
I understand what you're saying, because I've found myself in the same predicament when reading a story, liking it, and then finding it was never finished. It's another fact as to why I write the entire story before posting it.
Anton, thank you for your kind words and I'm glad you've enjoyed this story. Yes, it was good that Julie didn't suffer a long and painful demise and that her children have a new family.
As well all know, death is inevitable, so depending on how many books the readers talk me into writing, Josh will not live forever. He's not the Highlander, but hopefully it won't happen any time soon.
Jim, thank you for your continued support and I'm glad you've enjoyed this little tale. Some of the issues you mentioned will be addressed in Book 4, so hopefully that what make you wait too long.
Trust me, I have enjoyed writing this series and the Curries et al have become old friends, and Danny and Brandon have definitely done Josh proud.
Good luck with your own efforts.
bjorde, you are welcome, and it's amazing how everyone seems to love the impish little devil who started this adventure with Josh. I'm sure he'll involve his dad somehow, although Ricky and I haven't figured that part out yet. Thanks for your feedback and kind words.
I'm not sure. I'm still outlining my ideas and researching a few items right now. My hunch is that it will start in the summer, but will mention about what happened after Julie's death.
Thanks, James, and I'm glad you've enjoyed this trip with the Curries. I think having spent Christmas with their mother will give them plenty of positive memories to get over her death, since they all knew it was inevitable.