Problem solved!

Am always searching for my black purse inside my black lined handbag - this will make life easier - Why didn't I think of it before?
Started writing Christmas cards this afternoon - made the mistake of buying some cards with red envelopes.  Had to stick white labels on them, otherwise address illegible.  Why didn't I think of that before either!
Good news - fence to be replaced on December 18th - just hope we do not have too many strong winds before then.