My colleague who's been sniffling and coughing since middle of last week finally succeeded in spreading her virus - I've developed a cold. My eyes are tearing, my nose is burning (and looks like I'm channeling Rudolph), my head is all floaty, and I simply feel sick.

In exchange, my cats - as per today's vet visit - are pretty much healthy again.

Please be aware that, for the duration of this cold, I've become a hermit - I screen my calls, I ignore my e-mails, I prefer not to read, I sleep the day away. I'm sorry for that, but currently? I feel like crap. I'll get back to you once I'm back on my feet.