Andrew Miller retired in 2013 from a career that included research in aquatic systems and university teaching. He has two children, four grandchildren and has shared his home with many cats. Relevant recent publications include an essay about reading Treasure Island to his grandson in Fatherly, a short story about cats in Front Porch Review, and an essay about his prison volunteer work in Toastmaster Magazine. His website is http://www.andrewcmiller.com/.