Welcome to this first week in the reign of Tricksy Strix-y, who should appear in person tomorrow! It is true to say that Strix is a relatively recent addition to the Shrubbery family, yet he has been able to capture the playful mood instantly. He has proved to have a sharp wit and a truly unique grasp of language. All the text is ready for tomorrow's launch of MM Links and I am looking forward to an exhilarating month of challenges from him.
Don't forget that this will be a five-week month, so you better make every effort to engage with the shining wit (not a Spoonerism) of Strix. So batten down the hatches and prepare for bloody battle. The posting should open at 8.45am and the four words to be linked should be declared at 9.00am tomorrow, when MM Links kicks off in earnest. Remember, remember ~ that early hits gain bonus points!
Sorry to turn up so late, but Strix has been off with Mrs Strix to a Halloween party (is that a hint?) at our son's school and then to dinner with our son's Uncle. So this Owl is a little squiffy as he types this.
And for those of you who are still awake, everything that goes right tomorrow a.m. with the MM links is entirely down to the efforts of crofter.
Goodnight Pauline, good luck tomorrow and I'm sure that the wise old owl will make it a nice gentle start to the month.
I'll see you all sometime later in the afternoon or evening.