Al, sorry to hear that you are losing Ric. I hear that both Mountain View, CA and Carlisle, PA are stepping stones to South Florida. Don't worry you will always have a place to stay when you visit.
I prepared some Memphis style BBQ sauce. I'm almost done reducing the sauce. I also prepared a mop with apple cider, apple cider vinegar and some bourbon along with a dry rub for the spare ribs which will be smoked tomorrow.