GAG, hello! we were obviously posting at the same time. Rabbit has the best expressions!! "Nattering the hind legs off a couple of donkeys" is her way of saying we love a chat!! We might alternatively say that one can talk the legs off a table.

You are so considerate in your plans to visit XMIL and leave fruit for XH. As I said before, keep thinking about you as well. Hope your brunch helps provide you with the reprieve you need. Enjoy!