Crumpet-
Surrey, eh? Believe it or not, I have acquaintances from Surrey. Long story short, years ago I worked with a woman from Surrey (Bindu). She had a unique dialect. Years later, I encountered a DIFFERENT co-worker on the telephone. Her dialect was exactly the same as the Bindu's. I asked her if she was from Surrey, and she said yes. She was astounded that I could figure that out.
Anywaaaaaay.......
You did have it bad, Crumpet! You had to do the morning texts AND a family study?!? YUCK! Also, what you said was also true in my case: You never stay in touch with these so-called brothers and sisters that you meet at those halls in which you visit.
Sunspot:
I feel for your "experiences"! But, I am happy that you (and me) have eventually learned.