I have been away from the medicine-cabinet mirror for awhile. But since Tim continues to lovingly transcribe the tracings of the moist slivers of soap, I have been able to catch up somewhat by reading the August Archives. A belated welcome back and brisk salute to will. You might nod your head to the following quote from the Indian writer, Raja Rao: "One must learn Italian, for God has texture in that language." And congratulations to Camille re the signing with the William Morris Agency. From the post, I am hazy on the details, but am convinced your bananafish brethren would agree that the WMA got the better of the deal. *WMA* should be shouting Yahoo! As for citycabn=Les Glass. Thanks, Camille. Though I am not sure of the connection (apart from my genealogical discovery re Les and Australia). But I am proud to be associated with any of the Glasses, even Zooey's black mollies. :)