Thanks George (and Dave), I've managed to make use of all the goodies you've sent over (Jules is the recipient of those I couldn't use, and he is most grateful, too)... that pup ring will make an excelent thumb rest...
I don't know if you remember when I routed out the 'Bird to fit your MB in, but there was a small edge of wood left over, and once the veneer was in place, it just looked odd, so a quick rout (which showed up a difference between the way the fins were fitted, but not a problem) and it just works..
On a more serious note, George, I am still having trouble locating a
suitable token of thanks in a confectionary vein, to send over to your fair State, but I am happy to report that it is "suitable for vegetarians..."