[MargaretR]

My son will be visiting in about 2 weeks (my birthday soon - he never misses it)
I will let it dangle until then.

He doesn't visit frequently because he knows my 'carer ladies' are doing a good job and he has his hands full bothering about very poorly in-laws who are 10 years older and 10 times sicker than me.

Unfortunately my carer ladies are not allowed to move heavy furniture (employers directive - health and safety)

Thanks all for your help and concern.