In a few days time, on 16 December to be precise, my Noreen reaches a "landmark" birthday, one with a "0" at the end. Chivalry dictates that I should not disclose her age so I wont, suffice it to say that she is 50% of the way towards receiving her telegram from the Queen. I am sure that her friends on the Mudcat would wish to join me in extending warmest congratulations and best wishes for her special day.