Reasoning with children? Nope, I've not tried that either. I prefer distraction techniques. You want a cookie? Look over there... a butterfly.

I've got a lot to catch up on, since I've been gone a week, but I can't wait to see your website. I know it will be wonderful, and don't forget to make sure there are lots of pics. Ma-tsu sounds like such a wonderful snake, and I'm sure Neptune will teach you oodles while he comes around.