Sigrid:

Please, never apologise for taking time to get a post. You wouldn't believe how long it takes me sometimes to get to all the posts I wish to reply to. Hope your new PC is everything you wanted and more.

I've worked 3 months in the UK previously, and you're absolutely correct about the accents on both counts. So many patients tell me that they really like my accent, and some 'dialects' are easier over here than others. Never mind getting used to the lingo. Pants ARE NOT trousers over here. And m'duck is a term of endearment (glad Loz briefed me on that one!).

Thank you for your gentle reminders to smell the roses. I'm so focused on the rest of the mountain in front of me, that I often forget about how high I've already climbed. Sometimes I really hate being a type A.

Hugs to you, and thanks for the time you took to reply.

Jeanna