(I’m away until at least February 2. Guest bloggers have been taking over in my absence, and I’ve pre-posted introductions to appear before each begins. Many thanks to Wendy for blogging yesterday. Please direct all fan mail and comments to wendy [at] maudnewton.com.)

Today MaudNewton.com’s usual Friday blogger, the delightful Annie Reid, takes over.

Have a good weekend, chickadees.