marmite, how did they do that then? Did they climb up while everyone was asleep? 
You need to instruct friends and family on the medical necessity of fbs. Tis their duty. 
You any news on Path/ home yet?
Ned, believe it or not, I still haven't told a fair few people about BC. Not at all sure how I managed that, but I reckon Jane's right. Wait until you know what's what and then it's easier to tell people the facts/ reassure and move on. I found e-mailing easier than telling people on the phone - people are so shocked and they're always several steps behind you in terms of facts, so it's quicker just to say : 'bad news/ I've got BC/ it means x,y,z, but then I'll be okay/ call me when you've got over the shock'. Seemed to work well. 
Hooray for Kurri being back. I reckon Sometimes is right about grief. No easy route and probably shouldn't be in many ways. Spring is coming though and memories will bring smiles as well as tears am sure. Have to ask, but what did you make of Edwin Drood? Haven't seen it yet, but am absurdly excited by the very idea of it.
MAS, trousers sound good - think I've seen those in Gap. Perfect choice. Hope your Dad's not stressing too much over what to say. I always admire people who speak at funerals. Very strong and lovely thing to do.
OneinEight, grim to be sick. Hope you're right and the drugs are having more effect today. Definitely talk to them for next time, as they'll try you on something else which might work better. How you feeling apart from that?
Jane, hope Onc appt. goes well today. Think I'm too late with question suggestions.
Topsy, grr for sore skin. Have you any knock-out pills that can make you sleep through? Only two left though I think? That's worth celebrating.
Dig, have you left us?? So excited to hear you were clear. I do love it when someone is free from it all. Come and visit or stick with us if you want. Been lovely having you here.
Happy Birthday to LaLaa. 40 is so young. I am going to be 46 tomorrow.
Waving to all - hope I haven't missed too many, but this is already a v.long post. I gave up coffee yesterday, due to IBS type symptoms, and ended the day with the headache from hell, so am now sitting here with a huge latte..