Bob,
I see where "Skip" can be a nickname for an Aussie, but I didn't know it at the time and I don't see anything saying it is offensive. Isn't that right, Skip? (You know who I'm talking to.)
Oh, and by the way, it is almost redundant to say what a great job e does in keeping this place together. Agree, completely: Info, humor, good friends.
Richard L.