I've got this playing now. It's a joy to watch and hear (this might be the first time I've heard you talk); you both look so comfortable and happy.

Thank you! That is more or less what I look like at one in the morning. Sometimes I have my hair in a braid.

Also, I finished "Sleepless Shores" and I *love love love* it. Could I send you an e-mail over the next few days? Easier than an epic comment and gives me time to orchestrate my gush!

Absolutely! I'm so glad! Thank you for telling me!

(If you do either Goodreads or Amazon, could I ask you to cross-post the gushing? I am trying this sales-gaming thing.)

Also, thank you so so much for dedicating "The Face of the Waters" to me. You might have heard a delighted yawp over in Boston. (And I've been meaning to tell you for ages that the Flapper has a stay of execution; it's open till next summer.)

You're welcome. I associate you with the place and I am very happy to hear it's not going anywhere yet!

And the title of this song so brings "The Creeping Influences" to my mind

That is a wonderful title, and I like the song, too!

*happy beaming and hugs*