Dear Kolleen: 

Elie is writing this for me and Buddy because we can't figure out her keyboard - yet. 

Thank you for being so nice to us.  As you know, I was pretty scared and when I get scared I get pretty creepy.  Thanks for understanding that and for seeing through my bluff.  Buddy also sends his thanks and appreciates how thoughtful you were to him.  All in all it was good for us and Elie says that when we return it will be easier than the last time.  In any case, I know that you'll know how to handle us. 

Thanks also for sending my critter toy. 

Love -  

Bill and Buddy

PS - We have attached a photo of us.  I personally don't like it because Buddy is in front of me and I am underexposed.  It will do for now until Elie can take a better one (meaning more flattering to me).