Happy Happy Happy Birthday Dear Alison!
My wishes for a wonderful day and a terrific year.
and my thanks to you for your generousity in sharing your wisdom and your dedication to this site.
![Circle of Love](images/smilies/love.gif)
btw- your name reminds me of Torrey Pines, that lovely hike no. of San Diego where those beautiful pines come all the way down to the sea. just seeing your name cheers me up