Why must I "check" darkened lousy USA sites to enter when I have been a member for years.

[countessalmirena]

Undarkened nonlousy Australia gives you a cheerful greeting.

And... in case you're hungry...

(That's a little in-joke for those who are geographically aware of Australia.)

... but unless you're accidentally posting on the Australian boards rather than the US boards, I don't think I can help you.