Gigs, have just read back. All sounded horrid, not least the pain. ((((hugs))) Glad you're safe and home. xx
Yes am back from land of Toucans. Costa Rica - did anyone guess that? Was wondrous and all thanks to the Tax man.
I was extraordinarily brave, so held a Tiger Rattle Snake and zip wired down through 9 zip lines through the rain forest. Think 500 foot up. I have no idea what possessed me, but I thought of all of you! Also thought of you all from the hotel jacuzzi outdoors overlooking a volcano, so you were there with me in spirit. 
MAS, congratulations on your book. It looks just up DS's street, so will get it from Amazon for his birthday. How are you feeling?? Hope okay. xx
Kurri, sorry you've been having a tricky time with DH. Hope you've wrestled him away from the game by now. Must be hard when he gets so locked in. xx
Hoping Copt has a DH on form in Barcelona. My what is it with these men?! 
Sounds like you've been having a really tricky time too, Jane. Hope you're okay. 
Ned, are you back at school yet? Does this term feel less stressful now you've had a run at it? Good to hear DS's teeth are coming along. 
No news from Topsy or HND today then? Wonder if they're still waking up. 
Waving a hello to Notjenkins. Don't think we've met, but nice to meet you. 
I can't possibly post to all, but hope you're all as well as we can be. Pouring Costa Rican coffee and freshly squeezed orange juice onto trolley for you all. Plus platefuls of fresh fruit and chocolate. mmmm.. 