As far as having your own personal thread, it's better than dropping bits all over, but it appears to those reading that you need an audience, and I don't understand why. If you and/or sandytoes just don't know about personal messages and would like some help figuring out how to send and receive them, there's a little bit of information in the FAQ thread. Folks here (me included) would be happy to help you.

Lena, the recipe sounds wonderful!!! I'm addicted to balsamic vinegar.