I have to chuckle. Although I have never likened my babies to the firelizards in Anne McCaffrey's Pern books, old time readers may recall that oft times I have said that having a ferret grab your heart is like 'impressing a dragon'. One look into their eyes and you are forever bonded to that little critter. (Now if only I could get them to do simple tasks, like delivering messages.......................) Sadly, no Pern books are planned in the immediate future by Ms. McCaffrey. For our ferrets. MC, The Rude One Garret [Garrety-ferrety], Snorkle [Snorky-Poo], and Tuzigoot [Little Girl or Tuzers] In spirit, Bubba [Always Bubba!] and Billy-Bob [Boo-Boo ferwut]. [Posted in FML issue 2658]