It's so good to hear from you! I do hope it isn't a bad sort of strange, but it sounds as if you're alright. I can imagine how odd it must be, I wonder if I'd feel then same if I went back to London.
Things in Seattle have been hectic as usual. The snow has finally stopped, but someone blew up a number of buildings in Rainer. Its rather disconcerting that it isn't more shocking.
What does Aroha mean? I remember you called me that when we were on the phone but I was a little too distracted to ask. I miss you, and hope you're enjoying the new job.