First of all apologies to all those who have noticed and commented on the absence of one Speckledgoat for a few weeks. Server issues I am informed. These things happen, no harm done and normal (& upgraded) service is (thanks Anthony) restored once more.

I probably have a lot to fill the gaps with but in all honesty, sitting here cosied up after a pretty stressful day, I can remember nothing :)

I noticed the first real Autumnal flurry of leaves fall over the car this morning, The trees turning gold and red and yellow and the misty rain descending. The only time of year where being a redhead is *best* of all.

I am sure I will think of something more to add as the evening progresses. Welcome back :)