Well, susan, I have to say that you have not hosted this well at all and should not be let near this competition again. You clearly failed to choose the best answer (post 18) and have displayed questionable judgment........
No, seriously, you've done marvelously! I am a fairly new competitor myself and can empathise with your being a trifle nervous in hosting, and for what it is worth I think you passed with flying colours. I enjoyed your thoughts on the clues and thank you for the mention. You have selected a worthy winner. Well done!
Come back soon!