Burp! Sorry about that, I've gone back to the laptop now....
Podds, what on earth has happened now? You have to tell us after that!
And FarFar, surely there was more to that howl than just sympathy with Podds?
Sounds like a rough start to the year for some 
But good news on your front, Meldy. Does the FGO enjoy snow?
Spence, how lovely that Miss Spence wants to talk about a book with you.....but I would flinch at the Hunger Games too! I think the theme is actually quite disturbing. Let us know whether you warm to it if you read it.
After 3 hours trudging around in the snow, I'm whacked. Walked 6 k through the snow into the village, did errands, picked up bike, walked home through more snow cos I was afraid to cycle, you can't tell where it's slippery. Coming back through the woods just as the lights went on was beautiful, but I feel very tired and sleepy.
Thanks for the vibes for Mr C, he's not feeling that brill and says if he ever has to have this treatment again, he'll take the anaesthetic! But C2 and friend are chattering away happily. Dinner is nearly ready, thank dog, then I'm going to flake!