Well Bonny, I have no idea if he's asking to be polite or otherwise. I just recognise that it's different to my last operation 3 1/2 months ago which was a much bigger deal and he didn't bother to ask and didn't do anything to help with D. Anyway, it's an observation and that is all.

Oz, so good to hear from you! I'm lurking a bit because I'm working from home/on sick leave. I am just about ready to start cementing my plans for the future. Might manage a few days in Melbourne over Jan. Perhaps we could meet for lunch on a Friday? I have to get clearance from the surgeon when I see him tomorrow.

Gardener....yep, we were certainly intune with my thought for the day and your joke. Thanks for sharing and thanks for popping in. I often read your comments around the place and I must say I really admire your sensitivity and your balanced perspective. Thanks!