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  Oh no the secret is out!, Anne is really Anastasia, I am the goose, and my cat Misha fills the other roles, such a relief to have it all made clear now. And we can now stop posting from our "gem" of a bedsit... with access to google from our local internet cafe.     Phew Ax

  Or Nutella pizza!!!!......

  Hi I wish your wife a speedy recovery. Just a thought, rather than buy to let in Italy, which seems especially if you may not have the language skills a difficult operation , that you buy and let in the UK?, where from friends experiences there does seem to be a demand for properties. I do like Tartuffas idea of giving it a trail run before you and your family commit yourselves, best wishes and good luck with all the research. A

  Interesting Jane, when we came over our vet said no calming drugs, the animal can become too sedated and then may vomit, with devastating results, especially if travelling by air in the hold. Our 3 cats just went into stupor mode, and were fine but subdued. Other friends have had the cats sitting on their knees as thay drove down, too scary, it depends on the animal, but I would be concerned re sedation. A

  Thanks Carole for your thoughts, not much fun around here today and we are all worried. Everytime you think its over another one seems to start. Sounds like an express train going through the house, and then the shakes. I hope a peaceful night for all friends and neighbours in our area of Marche tonight. A

  Hi Macs If you get out of Force, in the snow!, then the Presepe Vivente in Piano di Falerone on the bottom road near to Servigliano is not to be missed, 26th of Jan starting about 5ish, and then if you are hungry try booking dinner at the Angeli Ribelli in Monte Vidon close by. tel 0734 759773 or 331 81114647 for great pizza and atmosphere. There is also outdoor ice skating in Servigliano. If you would like more details plse pm me. A

  Do hope he finds a home Sabina. keep us posted, we have 3 cats and a kitten, 2 adopted here in Italy, and many friends with adopted cats and dogs, so we wish him luck. A

  Thanks Nils, Robert could not find it, but one for our next list in the New Year. A

 Thanks all for suggestions and offers, masterphoto you are too far away in the UK but thanks, Nils, Amazon do not have your suggestion listed...shame, Si and Jo have ordered the last one on your list, Anne, may take you up on your offer. A

  Hi Anne, read the first 2, the last one is already on our list. They let you back into the Uk then?, no snow yet, this weekend.? Ax