Stories of Homuth and Whelan Kin

  It’s always distressing when my research uncovers a drowning in the family. Water is so “ordinary” that we forget how quickly it can turn unforgiving and that “ordinary” activities—work, travel, training, recreation—can carry unexpected risks.                                                                                         MARK BEDFORD       This is a heartbreaking accident, especially as it occurred during what was meant to be a birthday celebration. While reports indicate that alcohol and pills were involved, it is important to remember that this does not define the person or the entirety of the day. It does, however, remind us how quickly impairment can turn a routine swim into a tragedy. Open w...