So nice to see you all, and I'm glad the Picasso story was amusing. If I ever get another such outlandish story to tell I'll definitely post it.
naej- my CEO does know about the impending D. That may, or may not be an issue for him, but me working for him definitely is (I overheard him telling someone that last week). At the moment I'll be redundant as of March 1st, so we'll see what happens then. I'm 'no expectations'
ITH- interesting question. My feeling at the moment is that if H decides he wants to come back it's too late. However, never say never, I suppose. It would depend on the situation at the time. I'm not holding out any hope though- I don't think it's going to happen any time soon (or not soon!).
Everyone else- I hope you're all having a good evening/day.