From our Correspondent - in Bed

Baz listens for an update from his cousin in Belarus.

A day off! The Current Mrs Creel whisked me off to the Birsay Bay Tea Room. After a dull morning I took out my inflatable Joy Dunlop; hence p.m. we were surrounded by warmth and sunny blue skies.

Whilst we were away CMC asked José, our Spanish gardener, to spray the borders.

I'd like to thank Snapper and Mother Shipton for subjecting me to pee-er pressure and for hosting Fantasy Friday. Don't forget to donate generously as all monies are going towards the restoration of Stuart DB.

Those of you with an academic bent will be able to seek guidance from EllisRoger whose recent Blip symposium on teapot symbolism, in 21st Century art, was well received.

Two's company; three's a deformity.

All other Blippers should note abnormal service will resume as soon as possible.

The Current Mr Creel is appearing in 'Hozelock and Sprinkler Attachment' Monthly

Slasher Paterson wasn't available for comment.