My goodness, I'm in a splendid mood today! Stepdaughter safely ensconced in school, Mrs. Oyster dropped off at work and the dog severely walked. Complete strangers have been 'Good Morninged' and I have the whole day to myself. Shiftwork can be a pain at times, but days like this are the payoff. The sun is shining, I've got 'The Lives Of Others' to catch up with on the i-player (thanks for the reminder) and I shall have seafood linguini for breakfast.

The only cloud on the horizon (bar the news about Mark Linkous) is the non-appearance of the postman. I've been one of the first to post re. the new issue in recent months (Chris Mullin/Sunderland scenario)and I've obviously been spoiled as I now feel deprived. Oh well, little can break my good mood today. Hope those 9-to-5ers out there have a good day. Fondest regards, Clint