I was a lurker for a bit, not sure how long, but my first posting was in May 1997, so I missed the birth by *that* much.

What Severn said:

"Thank you, Max, and wishing a happy birthday with many more years more to come to what has been a source of fellowship, fun, education, support in difficult times and many,many lasting friends, both seen and unseen. Thanks to the 'Cat and all who dwell or dwelt or even lurked within. I'm much the better off for the knowing of you all..... "

I couldn't have said it better.

Helen