Welcome Jacques. For all those who do not know Jacques, he is known as 'Le Chef', the top man in the French group. He has, to my understanding, been the instigator and the driving force behind the French group, with which I am proud to have been associated with for the last three years, and the forthcoming fourth VaraVeyron meeting (the Varaderomania's 8th meeting) near Millau, organised by Zebulon. Zeb has offered to host VIM 17 for us. From personal knowledge, these guys are fun people and we can be assured of a superb event in a beautiful country. Thanks Jacques, Monsieur Le Chef - and your crazy friends.