Sorry I disappeared there; a bunch of us were playing snowshoe tag in the back lot... Special prizes if you tag someone else. I'm sure you can imagine what sort of prizes those might be, given that this is a Pixies crowd!

TDK, you gave me an especially good run for my money, I have to say! How'd you learn to snowshoe like that, down in the sunny south?

Diva and Scotzoidman, I love your sculptures! They're a big hit! You can decorate my yard for next year's party, that's for sure!

ProphetReality, Pantyfanatic, and all the other newcomers, welcome to my humble abode! Please, make yourselves at home!

Celt Guy, I do like your way of thinking! Thank-you very much for the scotch, you're a true gentleman! You do know that the knight in shining armour always rides off into the sunset with the beautiful girl, don't you? Of course, in a place like this, you've got your pick of fair maidens!

Bilbo, around here, being 'stiff' is generally considered to be a good thing here! In fact, if you can stay stiff after we ladies try to warm you up, I dare say we'll take it as a compliment!

Jay, I love the twister idea! Sure, if no one else has any more truth or dare questions, maybe we should move on & play that instead!

Oldfart, I apologize if I have you confused with someone else. Wasn't it you who made a comment about being glad I'm not Quebecoise? I just meant to say that although I'm all for Canada staying together, I'm not going to let politics ruin this party! Aussies of all stripes are most definitely welcome as well.

Come on, folks, let's pass around some of that delightful brandy, and get down to the business of partying!

--- sweetstuff