I am very sorry you have had to exercise such vigilance over the plants. Perhaps if the Opera were moved to the upper deck of the Motley you could relax a bit more?
If you think that might help, let's speak to the Captain together to make sure your wishes are understood -- there seems to be a little problem with interpretation recently. (I do hope Elene will come aboard soon and sort things out.) In the meantime maybe we can use sign language. Are you proficient in karate?
PS. I've missed you and I am glad you're back, Gertie. BTW, did you receive Ducky's present? It was by way of an apology for nibbling your plants -- she was very hungry -- and it was quite a while back. In case you didn't see it, here it is again. I'm sorry if it's a little faded.
