Polergeist. Sorry to tell you that Mr. Pickle (aka in a pickle), is very poorly in hospital. He's been there since Christmas, and according to his friend Mr. Veritas, it is likely to be quite a long time before he is well enough to come back on Answer Bank. Several of the Abers have sent him their good wishes for his recovery. I should say by posting a message FAO Mr. Veritas, for him to pass on to Mr. Pickle.