Stefano, so good to hear from you! I am delighted to hear that the family situation is so much better, and that you have arranged such a marvelous opportunity to learn XSI in an OJT (on the job training)type atmosphere. I'll bet that you're finding that as you're learning this new 3D application it is also inspiring your writing. Think of all the new neural connections you're forming! I think your writing and 3D will "cross-polinate"each other.

Dan