Craig,

A very belated welcome from the better side of the pond to you, your girlfriend and your great-looking new kilt! It is also good to have someone else here with a nicely warped sense of humour.

I am envious of your move to Downtown Vancouver. During my visit in and around the city for 'The Gathering' back in August, I remember thinking that if I had to live in a city and that city was in North America, I would choose one of those apartment blocks with fabulous harbour views on Georgia Street - but, perhaps that's more West End than Downtown?!! It is unlikely to happen though; I'm perfectly happy, snug in the English countryside. However, on the other hand, .................................