[Alex Pepple]

Dear Eratosphereans,

First, the bad news -- due to personal reasons, Catherine Chandler cannot continue as Deep End moderator. A big thank you to Cathy for past and continued contributions to the Sphere. And continued thanks to Stephen for continuing solo, as before, as the Deep End moderator.

And for some good news, please join me in welcoming our new Drill & Amusements (D&A) moderator, Jayne Osborn. She'll be co-moderating that forum with John Whitworth. And Jayne is no stranger to D&A duties, or working alonside there with John.

Many of you already know a good deal about Jayne, but did you also know that --

She taught English, Math(s) and Creative writing in secondary schools, college and a men's prison.
Currently giving private tuition part time.
Won first big poetry prize in 1996 and a national award in 1998.
Has given regular poetry readings for fifteen years.
Passionate about poetry. [Administrator's Note: We love those types here!]
Enjoys making people laugh. [Administrator's Note: The D&G crowd loves those types!]
Loves good friends, good food and quite partial to champagne. [Administrator's Note: Next time I'm across the pond, I know where to go for the good parties and the good stuff!]

Please join me in giving a hearty to Jayne to Eratosphere's staffdom!

Cheers,
...Alex