I am very much in favour; from time to time, I delve into old diaries with wonder and delight. Most recently, after Carrie's thread, I've been revisiting Helen's abundant output, full of wit and wisdom on so many topics, and cherishing her memory.

I would suggest leaving one permanent "open thread", if that's feasible (how hard can it be? har Colman) so that people can drop in and give news, ask for contacts, or whatever.

_{It is rightly acknowledged that people of faith have no monopoly of virtue - Queen Elizabeth II}