Stoney is a relative latecomer in fandom (like me, and yourself I believe) and very active, just not on LJ. I'll be happy to let her know about the brownie basket, if you like :-)

And yeah, my father unexpectedly died last month. His health wasn't good, and we had spent most of last year setting him up in a nursing home. He was doing better there, so we'd hoped he'd still have a few good years ahead. But it wasn't to be.

On a happier note, I see it's your birthday today. So, a very Happy Birthday to you!! I hope you are enjoying it.