Ahhh, Auriga, so sorry to hear that today has been such a long battle and am so sorry for your poor dsis. Hope the district nurses will manage where the hospice nurses didn't with dm. And I hope the engineer is coming tonight.
Monty, so sorry to hear that you are in the twilight waiting zone also. :(
Crem, hope you don't have to wait too long for a resolution for your hand probs and I hope it's not too complicated. You've been through so much over the past couple of years. :(
MrsS, hooray for good news! Have you now also booked a nice holiday for you and dd2? And what is the latest oven news? Also, just wanted you to know that my life is currently full of uplifting and lovely smells thanks to you. 
Crepeys, if you are in need of a nice fizzy wine and have a Lidl in yr hood, please get some of their Crémant de Limoux if it is still available. So much nicer than so much of the alleged Prosecco that is currently being marketed at inflated prices. Lidl also have a lovely juicy St Joseph - mmmm, blackcurranty deliciousness. I usually steer clear of their wines, because I find them to be a load of crap, but those two are genuinely good.