LOL - he's out gardening! Or maybe your notes have been getting caught in the spam filter.
Have you heard from him lately?
So, Hetty - you've inspired me (maybe!) I have a barrel cactus in my new yard that someone either overwatered and then let go with none, or moved it and it got sunburnt, badly. So, I'm thinking about chopping off the top 1/4 that is smaller and healthier and seeing if I can get it going. It truly looks awful right now.