Thanks Janie-that is more or less the reason-it's such a small world-one never knows if another Catter maybe just down the road or had the same job.
There are things to be learned with this thread-some books have been mentioned-one might take an interest in. I've just ordered a book that I saw mentioned on a similar thread. Last month I ordered a CD mentioned by Big Mick. (Black 47)

So far 25 people have thought the subject worthy enough to answer. Oh, excuse me, 24-must deduct Raggytash.

It is the art of conversation in a way. These are the average person's way of getting to know strangers-- just small talk. Lots of threads on Mudcat are pointless. Lots are not. Take your choice.