Dear Morticia,

Re. Esme (as in Weatherwax) - no, tragically, she was dead at 9 months, as hit with massive head trauma. She was a beautiful little "wild" creature with black fur like polished silk. We (friends, extended family, neighbours) are all traumatised, children especially so. She really seemd to make a tremendous impact on many people in a very short space of time. Apologies tho' for "witch", I thought afterwards "Oh, heck" that's NOT the word to decribe". I meant "witch" there in fairy-tale shorthand (under normal circumstances I would never dream of using it in a negative way) The particular woman is definitely evil in a mad way. All the Wiccans I know are lovely people, as confirmed by your concern. Thank you

Blessings be

Hille