First the good tidings: My younger daughter will have her final exam in summer singing the part of Patience (by Gilbert and Sullivan) and be an approved soprano and teacher of music.
My elder daughter will be awarded the prize for young culture of Wuerzburg for her songs written, composed and sung by herself.

And now the bad, bad news: Since I have to visit my dear children on both events I have to cancel my participation of this year's Eurogathering. I regret it immensely, especially not seeing a lot of good friends again, especially my fellow scoutmaster Doug in a Scout Home. My means are very limited since I am a pensioner, and I should never forgive myself missing my daughters' performances this year.

So sing and enjoy (alas! without me)

P.S. Some days ago I zapped the telly and what did I see? Some punts on green, geen canals, and the guesthouse where deboarded and had some jolly good hours near Niort some years ago. What a wonderful time!