Huh. No idea. I can't imagine a local connection problem (if I had one, which I don't seem to) would affect the "friends" part of LJ, as that's their programming... hmm.

Mystery!

I will have a poke around and see if there are any other weird things. I don't have many people reading my journal but at least 2 of my friends saw the drabble call so it's not blocking me totally.

Wow, rereading? *blush* What a compliment! Thanks! *hugs back*