Dave and everyone, THANK YOU for the good wishes! Was off the Mudcat for a few days, so I just found this thread. Dave Swan and I both lost track of which annual 39th birthday this is, but I can safely say that I'm still in my forties...barely. I really appreciate what's been said here. Spaw - looks like you've thrown the gauntlet down to Chantey Boomer, and the challenge will be taken up in a PM, right after I finish going through the three-bean salad bar for thirds. :-). Great to hear from Shellbacks I met in Yorkshire at Cookfest and Morticia, yes - next trip to England (whenever that can be). Carol - thanks for the memories of More Science High. Remember our founder, Ukipa Heep, who pressed the first stone. Everyone - thanks for your good words.

A Mudcat Ranger clique in the making! Woo-hoo!

Quite a community we have here.

chanteyranger