Tom, Big happy smiling face for you and Laura, have fun and enjoy (Hello Laura ;0) ) The shift work doesn't have to be problem if you look at it positively, you certainly never ever get bogged down with the day to day drudgery because you are always "happy" and "excited" to see each other ;0) My partner and I have a wonderful relationship, even though sometimes we don't see each other for a couple of weeks. When we do get together we always have loads to talk about and "catch up" with!!! You will always make the most of your time together. Very, very happy for you both. Big smiles SnowdropEMT