I never really believed it until this moment, but it looks like being mercenary really works. After my charming appeal (and the instituting of the wonderful flashing red thing to my right, I am shortly to receive three presents from my wishlist. Looks like I might deserve the accolade of ‘Best Use of a Weblog for Personal Benefit’ after all.
Of course now I feel absurdly guilty about making such a song and dance about the whole thing. So, whoever has bought me these wonderful gifts, thank you very much – I am very much looking forward to receiving them…