[LAU] Hi

Hello folks, I have had an interesting 12mths, to say the least! I have not been involved in any audio work at all, let alone open source / Linux audio. That, hopefully, is about to change. I have quit the day gig and am now looking at setting up a studio, instrument and amplifier repair, custom guitar shop...and muffins / coffee / window washing (emphasis on what ever it takes to make rent basically) business. I have the location in the Sierra foothills of Nth California and will pick up the keys today. I'm excited to be getting involved in music and audio again...it's been awhile. So, it's now time to get up to speed on what I've missed! I'm eager to catch up on the staples (Ardour, Jack, Muse, RG, Q{everything}) etc, and hear about anything new. It's been about 10 months since I have paid any attention at all to Linux audio so if anyone has the desire to do a brief summary, it's appreciated. Beyond that, I will be poking around to see what's changed and whats new. Hope everyone is well. Cheers! Russell