I was reading Jeff's "lookie" thread this morning and it took me a long time to realise that he was serious and was buying the 850i, whereas many of you others worked that out straight away.

This then also reminded me of Wingman's recent post where he warned of the dangers of the dreaded drink, tongue in cheek, but this wasn't realised by all as quickly as we Aussies saw it.

Obviously then, despite speaking a common language, there must be many nuances that we miss when the author is from another country.

No wonder then perhaps that Gayle's prayer thread caught me by surprise and gave me cause for serious reflection. I presume that religion is taken far more seriously in the States than perhaps it is here in Oz. We tend to take the mickey out of everything !

So sorry Gayle, I can't say that I will be praying for you, but I am sure your obvious qualities will shine through nontheless.

Anyway, I've navel gazed enough for one thread, just wanted to share the concept.

BTW Jeff, a road trip is the only solution !