My busy life has forced me to drop out as a regular microposter, but this is news I knew you'd want to hear from a trusted (cough) friend (cough cough):
The "I has a bucket" seal passed away today (I COULD DELETE THIS BUT I'LL TAKE MY LUMPS - SEE BELOW).
http://search.japantimes.co.jp/cgi-b...0051007b4.html
(Link includes photo with the legendary bucket.)
Oh, and hi all.