Thanks guys. Much appreciated.

Have been reading the birthday wishes that have started coming in. Thank you folks.

Actually met a couple of bloggers today. What fun.

Got a call from my office this afternoon that there were a couple of girls who had come all the way from Russia to meet me, and who had burst into tears when they got to know that I was busy. My staff didn''t quite know what to do and called me in desperation. So I asked for them to come over to where I was recording the director''s commentary ( yes I''m doing it as a result of the number of posts wanting me to speak).

So, to my surprise, I actually met with Skorpionchik and Koncol. I was really touched with their warmth and love. Thanks both of you, and thanks to the entire team back there in Russia, who have sent their good wishes and love.

My first birthday since I began blogging.

Much love. xxx