I think knocking this thing off by the end of the day is fully possible. The glee must be because this is my first time? Bargoo, are you saying that the thrill fades after 25 dead threads? ;)

operator has found a job so I wouldn't count on her and I am washing clothes, so don't count on me.
ICU I am deputizing you to take my place.
Go for it girl !

I get lunch breaks and sometimes I go home for them. But, I'm sure I'll miss the end.

499 . . .
 

. . . 1^1 to go.

And I got it!!!!!!