Well Seed,

I was going to start with Meatskin County, but there was one big drawback with that idea.

But I know how you feel about rejection and as we all know El Cerrito is pretty much the centre of the universe, so I thought I would start there. (Halfway through I was beginning to wish I hadn't started at all). Yours was the first introduction and it was done pretty much in the order that the introductions came in, so there is no need for Wisconsin to feel that any value judgements were being made. I take your point about our friend Takeo, but he must have introduced himself (as others must have done) in other threads, (including the Mudcat UK one that started it) my greetings are extended to all.

To those who don't know what all this rubbish is about, this was a thank you to all who responded to the 'Mudcat (The World) where are you?' threads.

Part 11 HERE, has still plenty of room for anyone who would like to let us know where, who you are and to tell us what weather conditions are prevailing. I for one would like to see it as an ongoing thing, for new people are joining us all the time, seasons change and I'm just plain nosy.

Again may I wish you all a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.