Hiya Cass, Before i start i just want to say thankyou for starting this thread off. So THANK YOU. My name is Jane, I am from Bristol in the UK. I am 40 yrs old (only just in Feb LOL).I work as a senior carer at a nursing home. I have 3 children 2 girls 22yrs & 18yrs, & a boy 15yrs. I also have my 1st grandaughter who will be 2 in April with my 1st grandson on the way in June both from my eldest daughter. I have 2 German Shepherds C.J & Missy (father & daughter), we had the mother also Sasha (RIP) but we had to have her put down in Nov 06 due to her legs & spine going on her, she was a gorgeous dog & so loving especially with my grandaughter. But i still have my 2 others which are also gorgeous. I have read through all the replys & it is quite interesting just knowing a bit about the people who share an interest in VV1 & VV2 also finding out you may share other interest too. I love both the VV's i finished the 1st only just but i bought the 2nd & have started a new chapter, cant wait to see what fun, laughs & sobs i get this time. I will keep checking in for updates on whats going on etc. One last thing QUICKSTORM can you add me to your list pleaseeeee. Hope everyone is ok, B4N all.