"I don't want to capitalise on your techno rage Todder, but you might consider a Mac lap top..... Just thinking out loud here. To rub it in some more, I went swimming at Durrance last night - first dip of the year...

Come home soon!!

MacGyver"

"ohhhhhh Toddy. That's one of the most frustrating things ever. I hope you had a nice cold beer to settle the frustration...that or buy a punching bag. We miss you a lot out here and can't wait to see you at the wedding! Tell M to keep her eyes posted for mail at the school which should arrive in about 7 days from now:-)

Remember the wisdom of the Tao of Pooh and all shall be well. It's a tough adjustment for you being there, but you are never given more than you can handle in life. Is the 'pit' lessening at all?

PS. I was emailing Pat H. regarding work and she mentioned tha she got your postcard. Everyone there was glad to hear from you. She said she's going to start reading your journal as well.

Hang in buddy---love you, alli"

"Hey Todster

Let me tell you...I hear your hurt....my computer has been putting extra years on my life...I have had to have it reconfigured about twice to try and sort out its mid-life crisis problems....I am ready to torch the bloody thing.
How is Taiwan treating you? I was skimming through my favourites and lo and behold....there was your email address so thought I would drop you a line....hope all is well on the eastern front and I shall drop another line soon......

Reba
xxxx"