UPSIDE DOWN - still struggling, trying to detach

[Eskimo Nell]

OK folks, can't go without posting my intended response to H - comments please (I feel that the tone is right but it may be a bit too long). Also, advice on names - H has started to sign off with his name but has only used mine once. Do I do the same or just nothing ... ?? Also, what's my closing comment ... "talk soon" ??

I have thought about this one overnight and I feel that it might be better to reschedule the tribunal. I could evidently handle it alone but the possibility of having us both there for the 'final hearing' may go in our favour as our position would appear stronger. I would appreciate it if you would contact them on Monday and ask for a postponement. Another factor is that I now have a very heavy caseload at work and am not sure that I would be able to get the day off as my contract has been extended until the end of that week (16 October).

I apologise for my behavior on the telephone. I panicked when I saw the water gushing and when I learned you weren't available to help, I said some things that I later regretted.

I am fine thank you and so are the cats.

I hope that you have a good time in Sydney and that the induction goes well. I'm pleased that work appears to be getting a bit more interesting for you - I know how dispondent you have become with your career over the past year or so. Perhaps this will help?

Meanwhile, P is back from Hong Kong - has bought four new 'travelling shirts' and has put a good offer in on a new house. He's keen to pursue it until he wins, working off the "bid big for better" rather than "right price gets something that no-one else wanted" mentality. Can't blame him.

Current news is that we are planning a trip over to see a friend on the Gold Coast for a much needed break - can't wait to ride some of those rollercoasters - I know, that's ME talking!! Not sure about popping in on the Polar Bears though - would love to see that artificial habitat but might ruin a few great memories of the real thing. Still, time to consider ... !