My ex-sister-in-law is visiting.  I spent the last few hours chatting with her about Fukushima, the government vs. my niece’s future, scriptwriting, etc..

Meaning this was my longest waking span away from the blog since the crisis erupted. 

In addition to that being pathetic, it also means commenters Karl, 1389, and John had to wait for approval of comments.  My apologies.  I should even have the energy to read them later today.

Guests are always welcome.  But should your comments need approval, it could be up to 10 hours from now.  The news team is bushed.

And so, from our present location in the high lattitudes of the North Sea, we signoff: