Gawd - don't the Old Coot go off on one! Anyone would think that we were going on a wilderness journey although, for a Mainer, I suppose that's what it feels like, leaving Maine.

It would serve him right if you all turned up one weekend next summer and camped in the yard. We could have a right good time if you choose the warm weekend - Dani could borrow an L.L.Bean down jacket to keep her warm and I'll have crocheted a few extra afghans for her to snuggle under.

Feeding's no problem - we'll just put out the mosquito traps and you can decide if you want a wing or a leg.

Freda - does this mean you're thinking of coming over? That really would be the icing on the cake! If you get to the USA a trip to Maine before, or after the Getaway is mandatory - we'll kidnap you if there's no other way to get you here.