Emerging from a Zombie- like state , I am :yes: Haven't been on Blogland for a couple of days , which is most unusual for me unless I go away somewhere, but I've needed every ounce of strength to get through what needs to be done in the real world. Weird these bugs.:yes: Chesty phlegmy problems aching muscles throbbing head and croaky voice did not prevent me from hosting a GJLM dinner ( soul sisters ) probably the last one in my present home.

Tomorrow I will be submitting paperwork for the exchange of flats. It's a direct swap that has to be approved by both landlords and can take a while, but needs to be done before 21st January 2009. The new owner's name has to be on the contract for him to be able to buy my flat at cost price. So, if all goes well , I shall be moving into a penthouse flat ( 6th floor ) in town , 1930s building, 2 1/2 rooms, kitchen and bathroom right in the thick of things . It's not over until the fat lady stops singing as we all know .. but .. it's getting closer.

In other news, acupuncture blessed be ! I just LOVE the effect of those needles. Healing has begun