>I am Tom Washington, a lurker under the porch for the past couple of months.

Lurking should be done in the bushes, Tom.  I shudder to think of what stuff
might be dripping under there through the floorboards.  Sorry, the FAQ
doesn't seem to give any warning, but it's been months since I was told to
clean up around the spitoon.

You're probably safer now.  Probably...   Welcome to the topside!

Gene