Dear friends,

I've been away for a while so I don't know how the old Tavern has fared - the smell would suggest that someone at least has fed the squid regularly...

Today, however, I am opening up the doors, windows, cellar, bar, attic, space/time portal and the Rainbow Gate to the Other Place for one very special lady.

We never met in person, but I know we would have been friends if we had. She had the biggest heart, the warmest smile and the greatest wisdom, coupled with the most generous nature and loving personality of any I have met online.

So... the bar is open, the squid has been provided with fresh jello, there's a row of instruments waiting to be played and a candle burning in the window. It's cool, fresh and comfy inside so come on in and join me, whichever time zone you are in, whichever continent you are on, raise your voices and your glasses to the heavens and give thanks for the life of Kat Laughing.

LTS