As we reflect on the past year, a little belatedly, our thoughts turn to the Duchy, and recent related discussions on the now long-relocated e-list regarding past performance and future potential for our Parliament.

While some might make biblical comparisons - perhaps Lazarus rising from the dead - those of us here in The Land of One are more inclined to draw metaphorical links with the iife of the Great Entertainer and Mom, Ms. Britney Spears, who appears to be sinking ike the Titanic, and, like a squirrel in the fall, getting nuttier by the minute.

A comeback tour for Ms. Spears is unlikely at this point, and we think that there is very little our current parliament will be able to do that will make it any more popular than a leaded toy recall. We think that instead, a new parliament, with a different name and directorship, must rise, Phoenix-like, from the ashes. So you shouldn't think we've lost our collective marbles, we're not recommending KEVA/KEVI for this honour, either.

Are we being harsh? You be the judge! Comments, as always, are welcome. Here's hoping it's a Happy New Year in more ways than one.