Hello Taphappy (may we have a name to address you by?),
I've said it before on this thread, it's the individual stories like your own that are so important. They all go together to giving those of us who were not there some idea of 'what it was like' to gain an RAF brevet in WWII, and to ensure that future generations have a (superb, interactive and beautifully written) record of the sorts of things you got up to. Sincerely hoping you will add your memories to what has become one of, if not the best thread on PPRuNe.
Best wishes,
Adam
Melbourne