thanks everyone for your well wishes! i just came through the door after a few days away with Karen celebrating in AC

We had a blast and when i told her about this thread and Bill V etc she said I am a lucky man to have contacts with such good people.

I AM! thank you and may all of you be happy, fulfilled and in good spirits! :)

A belated Birthday wish for you.....

Sounds like you had a great time in AC. If a man's worth is measured by the number of friends he has, then your are truly a very rich man Richie.

I wish you many more happy, healthy Birthdays!!

Pete