Thanks Jo!! I'm thinking bout HAL but have found a cheaper modular device so can add on stuff as needed. Rang the helpline earlier and a (very sexy sounding) Scotish lad tried to explain how to do it. So he is now writing me a quote which will have automatic lights (indoor and outdoor), window openers, curtain opener, CD player, TV etc - it looks pretty cool - and whilst it's expensive I think it will make a tremendous difference.

And the best bit? I can control it over the internet - so Charlote had better watch out or suddenly I will decide to accidently start the sprinklers, a CD she hates (full volume of course) and turn all heating off and open the windows. All from Bath! I mean how much fun am I going to have!?!? It will be brilliant!

Artist - well, apparently if you play and program the stuff you can phone the house, tell the cooker to start, the doors to open, the alarms to go off etc and can set timers for lights.

So, fingers crossed this works!!!!!

Love

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