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Just noticed I had some unanswered responses on this thread
Tambourine, no wasn't for correctional purposes (although I think things have improved slightly - will find out on Monday after my optician visit) it was to stop blood vessels forming in the back of my eyes, since I decided to play Russian roulette with my diabetes as a teen I did some damage to my eyes - stupid I know a mistake I shall NOT be making again I must add.
Woofgang, sadly no I think the problem is with my laptop and possibly something to do with Windows 8, a girl at my work had a similar experience. Since my old laptop has decided to play ball with me I have made the decision that it will be my music hub until it really packs up and goes running to mamma - but thank you for all your help though most appreciated :) x