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Chris Evans | 12:19 UK time, Friday, 10 July 2009

...begin to look like Mickey Rourke ?

Me thinks he recently hired The Wrestler out from the video store.

Last night we had our much postponed team din-dins to celebrate The Sony wins. Nigie sorted out a local tapas restaurant.

Cocktails first at the posh hotel opposite, where Hels Bells our boss immediately proceeded to spill her syrupy masterpiece all over the keyboard of this very strawberry I am composing on now. For a while my letter p was not playing ball but it has just recently come back on line - although it still refuses to click. Just let me try to persuade it into action...

Pppppppppppppppppppppppp.....

Nope - definitely not in a clicking mood.

Will it ever click again ?

Have a dazzling couple of weeks - we're off to the golf in Scotland. Fore !!!!

Cl - p 2009.

X.

P.S. If that Simon Mayo gets too good send for the cavalry will you ?

XXX.


Noah says see you in two weeks. X.

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  • 1. At 1:09pm on 10 Jul 2009, super_bagpuss wrote:

    great photo - thanks CLP

    isn't he getting big!!

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  • 2. At 1:10pm on 10 Jul 2009, lostAliBaba wrote:

    Am I first??

    AliB

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  • 3. At 1:11pm on 10 Jul 2009, lostAliBaba wrote:

    Arh rats - that sbp got in there xx

    Enjoy the golf CLP and very cute photo of Noah - that should keep us girlies going for two weeks.

    As has been mentioned of the previous blog, if Johhny, Sally or Foxy could blog perhaps once or twice that would save the pain of the next button.

    Loving you and your work.

    AliB
    xx

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  • 4. At 1:12pm on 10 Jul 2009, Penny_Forem wrote:

    Christoph, photo is fab!

    You will be missed and we will have to put up with the damn next button!

    Pen xx

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  • 5. At 1:12pm on 10 Jul 2009, JonnyNolegs wrote:

    Lammy Pie - Am I too late for the first request?!?!?!?

    John Lennon - Nobody told me !!!

    Oh what a top tune to start your holidays to!

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  • 6. At 1:16pm on 10 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    Noah how cute you are.

    Guess thats it then folks welcome along to what is going to be at least a 5 pager or more!!
    Gonna be a lot of NEXTing going on :(

    MTF.xxx

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  • 7. At 1:17pm on 10 Jul 2009, untalentedmrripley wrote:

    What a cutie, rosie red cheeks, pudgy little face, hair nearly covering his head........Noah's looking gorgeous too!

    Sorry, sorry, sorry!!!!!

    What a handsome little blighter. He's got his Mum's looks I think, anyone agree?

    Have a great Busmans....sounds like a blast.

    ARF - Timbuk3 - Future's so bright.....like a stand a snowball's chance in Hell now.

    Ripples

    x

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  • 8. At 1:17pm on 10 Jul 2009, ebbwbeth wrote:

    CLP - Love the photo......that's one cute but serious little boy!! Or were you just in his way!

    My boy gets really cross if I try to intrude when he's playing with his trains, but why should he have all the fun!!!!

    Ooohh, Boss is back......back later!

    ebx

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  • 9. At 1:18pm on 10 Jul 2009, friendlyScrabble wrote:

    ARF=Friends will be Friends by Queen

    Just has to be.

    Noah is one cute chappy, and we are going to miss his Dad. Have a good hols

    xxx

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  • 10. At 1:19pm on 10 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    Christoff, you could at least have plumped the cushions up LOL!

    MTF.xx

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  • 11. At 1:20pm on 10 Jul 2009, akaCrumpy wrote:

    Christoffe - cavalry will NOT be required .... believe me!

    Have a fab time, we will miss you loads.

    Fab photo, loving the mirror poses, altho Noah looks a mite serious - lol

    Crumpy xx

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  • 12. At 1:21pm on 10 Jul 2009, Propacar wrote:

    Loving the stripey outfit Noah

    Taking his dress sense from the lovely Take That

    Propa

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  • 13. At 1:21pm on 10 Jul 2009, DOZYMAC wrote:

    What a fabulous photo!!

    X Gail.

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  • 14. At 1:26pm on 10 Jul 2009, MizzDarcey wrote:

    Thanks for leaving us with another gorgeous photo Chris. Enjoy the golf.

    Please please could you get one of the team to blog while you are away even if it is just good morning!

    Darce xx

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  • 15. At 1:27pm on 10 Jul 2009, ebbwbeth wrote:

    Okay, that's it, it's done........just handed in my notice..............feel quite upset really.....but doing it for the right reasons.

    ebx

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  • 16. At 1:27pm on 10 Jul 2009, Jakeygirl wrote:

    Hi all

    We've had a buffet day in our office, where everyone brings a little of something in, and then we put it all together, and share it - no reason, just decided there were no birthdays for a while, so it'd be nice.

    So, I'm absolutely stuffed, and there's still strawberries, cherries, cream and ice-cream to go yet!

    Have a great time at the golf Chris, I went to Royal Birkdale last year, and really enjoyed it, despite the weather! I wanted to go this year, but it's a little too far to go in a day.

    Lovely pic too, nice to have that for the next 2 and a bit weeks :)

    JG x

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  • 17. At 1:27pm on 10 Jul 2009, Stewartapple wrote:

    Chris nataha & Noah have a much deserved break have fun. in the best cafe ever in sunny Essex after setting down at stanstead. in rod Stewart manor of on a jolly boys outing Saturday with terry ! All bloggers have a good couple of weeks

    Xxstewart the chauffer

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  • 18. At 1:28pm on 10 Jul 2009, sparklesparklytinsel wrote:

    Gawjus photo of you and the boy!

    You will be missed and as Crumpy said, no cavalry will be required!! Just wake me up when you get back ok??

    Have a lovely time with your family.

    T xxxx

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  • 19. At 1:29pm on 10 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    Ebs,you alright???

    MTF.xx

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  • 20. At 1:32pm on 10 Jul 2009, lostAliBaba wrote:

    Yeah Ebs - you OK??? {{{}}} for you xx

    AliB
    xx

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  • 21. At 1:32pm on 10 Jul 2009, akaCrumpy wrote:

    Ebs? Planned resignation or spur of the moment? What's happened , hun?

    C xx

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  • 22. At 1:33pm on 10 Jul 2009, Propacar wrote:

    Good luck Ebs in whatever you decide to do

    Propa X

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  • 23. At 1:38pm on 10 Jul 2009, ebbwbeth wrote:

    Thanks guys for the hugs, needed them there!!

    All planned, but early.....

    we're moving to Plymouth (so we can all be together), but because my boss is off on his holibobs for three weeks I've had to do it now, even though i'm sure when we're moving exactly.

    I love working here, if I could take everybody with me................

    AND I've got to look for another job, I hate interviews!!

    ebx

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  • 24. At 1:40pm on 10 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    Love Plymouth and surrounding area.Ebs.

    Hope you'll be really happy there.

    MTF.xx

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  • 25. At 1:40pm on 10 Jul 2009, greenyeovil wrote:

    Right peeps!

    Great photo Chris!

    The rain has started here in Devon.must be time to go onto the golf course!

    Have a great weekend everyone especially at the bloggers meet. Xx And of course CLP for his couple of weeks off and dont you go thinking about us! ;-))

    Keep smiling

    Keith
    The NotSoBigUn
    xx

    _.S. If you have no clicking when you _ then you need to go and see the strawberry doctor! Dont be shy a _roblem _eeing is quite common a __arently. ;-))

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  • 26. At 1:41pm on 10 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    And Ebs, sorry you cant take all your work mates with you but you can take all of us.xx

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  • 27. At 1:44pm on 10 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    Keith....Hilarious.MTF.xxx

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  • 28. At 1:44pm on 10 Jul 2009, akaCrumpy wrote:

    MTF - don't tell her that, she's upset enough already!!!
    Lol x

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  • 29. At 1:45pm on 10 Jul 2009, untalentedmrripley wrote:

    Hi Ebs,

    Not that you're not allowed to be upset, but on the upside....it's your decision and it's for a very good reason.

    I hope they all spoil you rotten before you go.....good luck

    Rips

    x

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  • 30. At 1:47pm on 10 Jul 2009, cornishgirlie wrote:

    greetings all from a nicely damp cornwall!!

    eb - Plymouth is nice enough and certainly there are some lovely villages round and about. what do you do for a job?

    CLP and #25 keith - i guess it is a case of the p being silent - as in swimming ;-)

    now then, off to see what i can excavate from the bottom of the freezer for tea!

    cornishgirlie x

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  • 31. At 1:51pm on 10 Jul 2009, scantilylace wrote:

    What a great father & son photo, he's growing and fast,but that's what babies do, enjoy thgem whilst they are small it does not last for ever!!!!


    I hope every one has a good time in brum.

    CLP we will miss you dreadfully, please try to do some bloggs whilst you are at the golf, they have lunch breaks etc...don't they? If not would it be possible for one of the team to do one, it wouldn't take long, and I aagree with #18 calvary will NOT be required.Take care and enjoy!!!!!!

    SL

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  • 32. At 1:54pm on 10 Jul 2009, groovybradybunch wrote:

    Crikey you two look the image of each other. Like father like son. Lovely picture.

    I love Tapa's and it is good if you can get a good one in the UK.

    Enjoy the golf.

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  • 33. At 1:54pm on 10 Jul 2009, MizzDarcey wrote:

    Good luck Ebs - you're definitely doing it for the right reason. Hope you find another job you like as much.

    Jg - thats a really nice idea for lunch. Mind you if we did that here I don't know what we would end up with - theres only me and 3 blokes in the office!

    Cg - Lol - took me a little while but I got it in the end!!

    Darce xx

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  • 34. At 1:56pm on 10 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    Ebs, new move, new neighbours.

    Quiet ones I hope!!

    MTF.xx

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  • 35. At 1:59pm on 10 Jul 2009, CherylTheDiva wrote:





    BRUM BLOG MEET

    RANG RESTAURANT AT LUNCHTIME

    REDUCED THE NUMBERS AND CHANGED TIME TO 8PM.

    Yay!!

    Deevs

    xxxxx

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  • 36. At 2:02pm on 10 Jul 2009, lostAliBaba wrote:

    Right that's it I'm off.

    Have a great weekend everyone, whatever you are doing.

    Those going to Brum, have a good time we want lots of photos and Deev enjoy you stay with Aunty B ;)

    I do believe that the neighbours that live above me might have been packing suitcases in their car this morning, so I could have a bit of a lie in tomorrow rather then being woken up at stupid o'clock on a Saturday.

    AliB
    xx

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  • 37. At 2:03pm on 10 Jul 2009, golfingbigyin wrote:

    Chris...... if you're at Turnberry for the Golf you'll need somewhere to stay? .... and land the helicopter? or park the Rolls? ...... log on to dolphinlodgeturnberrygolf.co.uk
    This house will match your personality and let your family relax while you hop over to the golf! You can't fault me for trying (lol). Fooooooour! All the best, Graeme

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  • 38. At 2:03pm on 10 Jul 2009, cornishgirlie wrote:

    darce - its one of Mr CG's favourite sayings!! (not sure what that says about him, mind!!)

    cg x

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  • 39. At 2:03pm on 10 Jul 2009, MizzDarcey wrote:

    Bye Ali - hope you get the lie-in x

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  • 40. At 2:04pm on 10 Jul 2009, MizzDarcey wrote:

    Don't go swimming with him Cg!! At least not with your mouth open!

    Darce x

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  • 41. At 2:08pm on 10 Jul 2009, cornishgirlie wrote:

    eeyew, Darce!! but probably a good plan!!

    cg x

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  • 42. At 2:10pm on 10 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    Off to put a smile on one or two faces.

    Stair rods here at the mo,there goes a wasted hour blow drying the old barnet.Will turn up looking like roly the poodle again.

    Joining all you partaking FNWC ers later.

    Must fly,bye.

    MTF.xx

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  • 43. At 2:11pm on 10 Jul 2009, fissyn wrote:

    Darce, you'd prob end up with white bread cheese sandwiches and crisps! If you were lucky!! Brill idea tho' however, I luckily am retired now and can have exactly what I want, when I want it for my lunch!! Providing I've been shopping of course! Shame I didn't know about the Brum gathering earlier! I'm gonna be there anyway on Monday and could've gone up earlier. Have a brill time all you's!

    xxx fissyn

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  • 44. At 2:13pm on 10 Jul 2009, ebbwbeth wrote:


    The whole thing is terrifiying me if I'm honest..........New city (not great at cities), new house (Yay, I'll have a proper kitchen at last) but a long way from my folks, and the scariest thing......... actually living with t'other!!!

    Sounds daft, we've been together 6 years, and I've been down here for 4, but the longest time we've spent in the same house was just after the boy was born - and that's all a blur now!!!!

    CG - I'm in a Admin/Office management/PA kinda role here, and the job market is better in Plymouth than it is here!!

    ebx

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  • 45. At 2:19pm on 10 Jul 2009, Penny_Forem wrote:

    eb - it will be lovely to be altogether and for the boy to have daddy around more often.

    CG - Like Darce, I also took a while, read it over and over and got it in the end, doh!

    Pen xx

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  • 46. At 2:20pm on 10 Jul 2009, cornishgirlie wrote:

    parts of plymouth are frankly not somewhere i'd like to be for long, but other bits are lovely! the shopping is good, and the venues aren't bad for bands/shows etc. and lots of lovely places to visit round and about - you can always venture into deepest cornwall for a mini blog meet with me?!

    being away from family is difficult but hopefully you will get to know lots of lovely peeps down here!

    and looks like your work won't restrict you too much in terms of what you can apply for - good luck with the search!

    CG xx

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  • 47. At 2:24pm on 10 Jul 2009, cornishgirlie wrote:

    oh - and don't forget the Distillery on the Barbican - aka the Plymouth Gin factory!!!

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  • 48. At 2:24pm on 10 Jul 2009, tangobaz wrote:

    Chris.pppppppppppppppp mine clicks...

    Have FAB golf tour...keep your head down and all that...

    Will let SM know that the cavlry are armed and ready....

    TBx

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  • 49. At 2:25pm on 10 Jul 2009, ebbwbeth wrote:

    CG - I certainly won't be venturing very far into town (We've stayed in the centre before), but out towards the moors!! Country girl me!!

    If I'm right, I'll be in the middle between you and MCM???

    ebx

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  • 50. At 2:28pm on 10 Jul 2009, MizzDarcey wrote:

    Think you might be right there Fissyn - thats what they seem to have most days.
    Don't think we'd get any strawberries thats for sure. They do make the coffee though so I can't complain. You could still make Brum if you wanted!

    Ebs - lots of adjustments to make then. I know what you mean about the living together thing, biggest adjustment of all! I've just suggested to him indoors that we should live in separate houses, I still find it difficult after 5 years. I'm sure you will love your new life though.

    Hope everybody has a great weekend in Brum - wish I could be there and looking forward to seeing the pics.

    Darce xx

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  • 51. At 2:28pm on 10 Jul 2009, tiptopwestie wrote:

    Cut photo Chris, hasn't the little chap grown.

    Has anyone else got the friday feeling today? I have!! :)

    Have a great holiday Chris, Tash and Noah, don't forget us. No-one does the show quite like you CLP.

    Have a good weekend everyone.

    TTW. x

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  • 52. At 2:30pm on 10 Jul 2009, cornishgirlie wrote:

    ebb - i'm near St Austell and MCM near Falmouth I think. which moors? maybe we ought to hook up on fb to carry this on otherwise we're bound to get modded!!

    cg x

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  • 53. At 2:35pm on 10 Jul 2009, madcatian wrote:

    Hi Chris, Tash and Noah,

    What a great photo of gorgeous Noah and his Daddy. Both have such beautiful blue eyes. Hope the three of you have a great time at the golf and we'll see you in two weeks time.

    Lots of love,
    Madi
    XXX

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  • 54. At 2:36pm on 10 Jul 2009, ebbwbeth wrote:

    CG - I should be working............but between here and my wardrobe malfuctions I'm not getting a lot done!

    Will definately find you on fb when at home!

    ebx

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  • 55. At 2:36pm on 10 Jul 2009, JLFB007 wrote:

    Morning and afternoon, from a sunny and warm (for now) upstate NY? Temps in the 80s today which is fantastic. I have some running around to do this morning (for me) so I'll be back on later.

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  • 56. At 2:38pm on 10 Jul 2009, cornishgirlie wrote:

    ok eb, no probs! catch you later!

    off to do something creative with small boy!!

    cg xx

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  • 57. At 3:06pm on 10 Jul 2009, scantilylace wrote:

    Weather turning very nice now, I just hope that it will carry over to tomorrow as I am having the three grandaughters to stay, ages 2 thro to 5, apart from makking jam tarts an colouring any ideas on what else I can do with them?

    All ideas gratefully received!!!!


    SL

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  • 58. At 3:12pm on 10 Jul 2009, hunnylovinbear wrote:

    Hi Chris
    Super Dooper pic of you & chubby chops!
    ARF - The Beatles - Maybe I'm Amazed.
    Because every day is Amazing, one way or another eh?
    Have a fantastic holibob.
    Hurry back.
    Pooh x

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  • 59. At 3:12pm on 10 Jul 2009, super_bagpuss wrote:

    if you have old wallpaper lying about

    Turn it the wrong way round (white paper up) - draw round there feet walking up the paper - let them colour in their own feet

    Great present for their parents!

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  • 60. At 3:18pm on 10 Jul 2009, MizzDarcey wrote:

    Scantilylace - lets hope the weather is nice - its so much easier then. I've got my two as well ,3 and nearly 2.

    My 2 love bottles of bubbles and the're cheap! Hide and seek is another favourite and lots of stories.I've also chalked a hopscotch in the garden and they love that. If it rains let them jump in the puddles. I'm lucky as I've still got 2 boys at home and they play cricket and games with them.

    I'm sure you will love it whatever you do with them.

    Darce x

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  • 61. At 3:19pm on 10 Jul 2009, MizzDarcey wrote:

    Thats a good one Sbp thanks!!

    Darce x

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  • 62. At 3:21pm on 10 Jul 2009, super_bagpuss wrote:

    I've not even kids - just always seemed to me a cheap and fun thing to do!

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  • 63. At 3:26pm on 10 Jul 2009, scantilylace wrote:

    Thank you for the suggestions SB & Darce
    you have given me some ideas of my own, I am sure that whatever the weather holds we will enjoy it, what's the point of being a grand parent if you can't make the parents eyes roll as you spoil their children, I have fond memories of the kids staying at my mum's for the weekend, it used to take us a week to get them to behave again without a treat at every turn.

    Just off to the diy store for some oddments!!

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  • 64. At 3:28pm on 10 Jul 2009, MizzDarcey wrote:

    My little darlings told their Mum that I never cleaned their teeth and I gave them sweets for dinner when I had them for 5 days. Bless em!!

    darce x

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  • 65. At 3:32pm on 10 Jul 2009, super_bagpuss wrote:

    I have very fond memories of staying at my grandparents - mainly coz they had a big house and a huge garden (with flower faries at the end) and a room just for the grandchildren with our toys in it!

    Now my grandad is no longer with us and my nanna is slowly losing her mind and lives in a supported flat we all rally round to do what we can her - inc visiting whenever we are in brum - so if someone wouldn't mind popping in tomorrow on my behalf - that would be grand!

    Super bp x

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  • 66. At 3:34pm on 10 Jul 2009, Penny_Forem wrote:

    Oh no, just read Alesha Dixon will be on the judges panel for the next series of SCD. That can't be right, surely?!?!

    Are they trying to reduce the viewing audience?

    My granddaughters love doing anything arty, crafty, keeps 'em busy for hours. But it's important to join in with them. The one boy, however, that's a different kettle of fish, only understands the word football!!

    Pen xx



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  • 67. At 3:42pm on 10 Jul 2009, Peta wrote:


    Hiya,

    I'm the new host from the Radio 2 message board.

    If you'd like to come and infiltrate the R2 board with a bit of Chris Evansness, you're welcome to come over. :-)

    Radio 2 board
    http://www.bbc.co.uk/dna/mbradio2/F14126215

    It'd be great to see you there, it's pretty much a Chris free zone at the moment, which just doesn't seem right!

    Enjoy the blogs! I do!

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  • 68. At 3:57pm on 10 Jul 2009, tangobaz wrote:

    Bondy 80s ay....what a decade!!!???

    That's more like it....

    TBx

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  • 69. At 4:06pm on 10 Jul 2009, scantilylace wrote:

    I knew that Arlene Phillips was leaving but I thought they would get someone in who would know a something about the different dances, will she be a fair judge and not favour the friends that she has in the business? Darcy Bustle is going to be another judge, does that mean that ballet will be included in the dances?


    aaaaaaaaaaaaaah I feel better for that, rant over



    SL

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  • 70. At 4:06pm on 10 Jul 2009, lyndyloo_the_1st wrote:

    Afernoon Blogpeeps!

    Not managed to catch up but wanted to say a quick hello. I'll see anyone that's going to the Brum meet tomorrow and Beez... save me a glass of pink bubbly stuff (just the one you understand).

    have a fabby weekend everyone else... I'm off to a 60th birthday party themed... "Blues Brothers" so....

    it's 106 miles to Chicago, we got a full tank of gas, half a pack of cigarettes, it's dark and we're wearing sunglasses ...

    HIT IT!!!!!

    ARF Gimmie some luvin! Pleeeeese!!!


    Luv
    Lyndyloo
    Booboo
    & the bump
    -x-x-x-

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  • 71. At 4:14pm on 10 Jul 2009, fissyn wrote:

    Oh help!! What a start to the weekend!
    Have just heard my son (28) has lost his home and job in one fail swoop! He's been working/living in at a pub and it's been sold and taken over by a management co who are renovating and then bringing in their own team. Looks like he may be coming back home for a while!
    Forgot to say earlier how lovely the pic is of CLP and Noah, being new to all this I get diverted by everyone elses news and forget what I'd come on-line for! Altho' that's probably been my problem all my life - being "scatty" I mean!! Fraid can't help with the grandchildren thing as not blessed with any yet. Still got enough trouble with the kids and they're 28 and 31!!

    xxx fissyn

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  • 72. At 4:20pm on 10 Jul 2009, MizzDarcey wrote:

    Sorry to hear about your son fissyn - did he know it was coming? What a blow for him.

    I've got a 28yr old at home as well and probably for a long time to come!

    Darce x

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  • 73. At 4:22pm on 10 Jul 2009, fissyn wrote:

    Lindyloo, I love that movie! If I wasn't goin to a bbq tonite I'd probably watch it!

    Hope it doesn't rain!!

    xxxfissyn

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  • 74. At 4:28pm on 10 Jul 2009, fissyn wrote:

    Thanks darce! He sort of knew something was up but hoped he'd be re-employed but as he's only on a temp contract and they've already got a team he's out I'm afraid. It's a double blow as the band he's in is just starting to get some recognition and if he has to come back home it'll be too far for him to travel/costly for rehearsals etc, especially without a job!

    Hey-ho, tomorrow is another day!

    xxxfissyn

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  • 75. At 4:30pm on 10 Jul 2009, scantilylace wrote:

    Sorry to about your son fissyn, it will knock him for six for a while,but as the saying goes one door closes and another one opens. You will have some adjustment to do as well, he has had a bit of independance and won't like having to come back home, my son lost his house a few years ago, he came home as there was nowhere else for him and his wife to go, it took some adjusting on both sides but we got through it and he's now got another home of his own............

    I hope that everything works out for all of you.


    SL x

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  • 76. At 4:41pm on 10 Jul 2009, fissyn wrote:

    Oh you're all so lovely! You've made me cry!! So good to know there are others out there who understand. I have other family but don't want to worry elderly parents and sis has enough with her own lot! Hubby works away in Merchant Navy so it's all down to me!

    We'll get thru' it tho' - as always!

    xxxfissyn

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  • 77. At 4:47pm on 10 Jul 2009, tangobaz wrote:

    Goodbyeeee bloggerooneees

    We're off to sunny Spain now....be good one and all...and dont diss' the Mayo too much.

    Luv and hugs.

    TBx

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  • 78. At 4:47pm on 10 Jul 2009, untalentedmrripley wrote:

    Have a great time Tango...go easy on the sherbert!

    Rips

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  • 79. At 4:47pm on 10 Jul 2009, Jakeygirl wrote:

    Have a great time TB!!!

    JG x

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  • 80. At 4:48pm on 10 Jul 2009, MizzDarcey wrote:

    Have a great time Tango - you will me missed!!

    Darce x

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  • 81. At 4:49pm on 10 Jul 2009, MizzDarcey wrote:

    doh be not me!

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  • 82. At 4:51pm on 10 Jul 2009, fissyn wrote:

    TB - Have one for me while you're there! What am I sayin' I can have one for myself tonite cos I'm off out for a bbq with friends!

    Have a brill time anyway!

    xxxfissyn

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  • 83. At 4:57pm on 10 Jul 2009, fissyn wrote:

    The funniest thing just happened! While Peter Andre was just singing (on SW in the afternoon) my dog started howling! I've never heard him howl before! Think he was dreaming actually but maybe he's a good judge of rubbish music!!!

    xxxfissyn

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  • 84. At 5:03pm on 10 Jul 2009, B-sMum wrote:

    Toodle ooo Tango - have a good one !!!

    Been mad busy today - just catching up. Be back later - still working -- and will be for a while yet - boo:(

    Beezer xxx

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  • 85. At 5:08pm on 10 Jul 2009, fissyn wrote:

    ARF doesn't apply here I'm afraid! Just started raining so looks like the bbq may be an indoor one!

    xxxfissyn





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  • 86. At 5:11pm on 10 Jul 2009, Penny_Forem wrote:

    monkeyBernieBobs, well done on getting your ARF tune played.

    Pen xx

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  • 87. At 5:12pm on 10 Jul 2009, CherylTheDiva wrote:

    Lordy! Can't keep up wit hyou lot this arvo ..... it's gawn bonkers here and I've not stopped all afternoon. Honest.

    Bewt pic of Noah CLP - havea grand 2 weeks off and I will Tweet The Mayo if he gets too good!

    Not sure if I'll make FNWC this eve - depends on whether BT have got their finger out during the day and mended the thing that's bwoked ....

    If I don't catc h y'all laters, have a fab weekend.

    The Brum Mob ... see ya tomorrow. My train lands at 13.27 Hrs ... mine's a gin and tonic!!

    Til Wednesday ......

    Truly Madly Deeply Deevski
    x x x x


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  • 88. At 5:14pm on 10 Jul 2009, ThunderclapN wrote:

    Well done monkeyBernieBobs.

    First time blogger AGAIN!

    I guess I will have to give up on blog ARF and try phoning

    ;-o

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  • 89. At 5:16pm on 10 Jul 2009, Penny_Forem wrote:

    Deev and all others on the Brum meet - have a fab time, goes without saying really!

    Pen xx

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  • 90. At 5:16pm on 10 Jul 2009, ThunderclapN wrote:

    To all goiing to the Brum meet, have a great time, look after bump Lyndy and dont let Beez and Deev lead you astray....

    ....as if!!

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  • 91. At 5:18pm on 10 Jul 2009, dookeggs wrote:

    Ohh! Busy period there!

    Next week I promise to give the foal name update - 3 to go.

    Can't remember if I mentioned that one of our foals this year was born with Wry Nose - a condition where the upper nose is bent due to the way she was lying in the womb. She has been to the Dick Vets (Edinburgh Uni Vet school for large animals) and following digital x rays being beamed around the world - the result is that when she is 6 months old she will have the operation to try and straighten it out - affectionately named Squinty nose her official name is Ooni.

    Quack

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  • 92. At 5:23pm on 10 Jul 2009, brightAnnie-G wrote:

    Evening each

    Chris, that child looks soooo gorgeous. Enjoy the golf. Oldest grandson is getting into it too. He has one golf club, which is bent, but is looking good so he's going to get lessons.

    Dook, you're back!!! Hallo.

    Right off to start mocha muffins, back in a while.

    xxxxx

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  • 93. At 5:37pm on 10 Jul 2009, B-sMum wrote:

    Right - near nuff caught up with you all.

    First of all - what a cutie Noah is - could munch him couldn't you!!!!

    Will save you some Fizz Lyndy - never fear !!! See the rest of your reprobates in the pub. I'll probably get there a bit earlier - need plenty of time to park car Not next to a pillar !!! By the sound of Sally traffic tonight I may well start out in a mo!!!

    Thunder!! as if Deev and I would lead anyone astray!!! says she smiling innocently!!

    Just to make you all feel better - I am still working !!! Am going to switch the phones off tho' - enough eejits for a day.

    Hope to pop in later - play nicely and keep smiling.

    Beezer xx

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  • 94. At 5:38pm on 10 Jul 2009, B-sMum wrote:

    Your reprobates !!! Think I need to stop and ignore this work!!

    Beez xx

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  • 95. At 5:47pm on 10 Jul 2009, brightAnnie-G wrote:

    Have a great time Beez, and go on, go on, lead them astray. It'll be fun.

    xxxxx

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  • 96. At 6:08pm on 10 Jul 2009, akaCrumpy wrote:

    Off to see a pal in a musical show with her daughter, but I will be back later.

    ttfn, Crumpy xx

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  • 97. At 6:33pm on 10 Jul 2009, Bingo-Star-ere wrote:

    Ello CLP, Noah, Tash And INDEED ALL Blogger Ops,

    Bingo Star ere.......

    CLP - MAD photo!!!!!!!!!!!!
    A don't now, sorry know, who looooks the most demented!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    PS A like the Dennis The Mennis baby suit...... that'd suit you too CLP.... suits u sir!!!!!!!!!!!!

    PPS CLP - WHATTA COINCIDENCE.... am off on me 'olidee's on Sundee too!!!!!!!!!!

    Off ter Spain..... first time ave ever been ter the European mainland ever!!!!!!!!!!!

    (Apart from passing through Rome airport).

    'ope all ave a most nice weekend!!!!!!!!!

    PS CLP, Tash & Noah.... ave a good time at the Scottish Open!!!!!!!!
    Been there many a time and love it up there!!!!!!!!!
    Beautiful course iz Loch Lowland!!!!!!!!!!!

    Watch out for the thistles too!!!!!!!

    Chow Golf Punks!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  • 98. At 6:42pm on 10 Jul 2009, Jakeygirl wrote:

    Have a good holiday Bingo! I agree Loch Lomond is beautiful!

    Really busy on the roads home tonight, people dawdling about for some reason - why don't they just push on and get wherever they're going!

    Fissyn, sorry to hear about your son, I hope he gets something sorted out soon.

    Now, where's Bridge with all that wine she promised?

    JG x

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  • 99. At 6:42pm on 10 Jul 2009, msScoobycat wrote:

    Quicky while waiting for tea... Baz have a wonderful time on hols and Bingo - look out for Baz!

    Right..hope to be back later..

    mSc x

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  • 100. At 6:46pm on 10 Jul 2009, brightAnnie-G wrote:

    Have a lovely holiday Bingo.

    JK: Went to see oldest son today and got caught up in the T in the Park traffic! Felt just like you - get a move on!!!

    xxxxx

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  • 101. At 6:56pm on 10 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    Wrote.
    Tango ,have a good one .

    Bingo ,enjoy yours too.

    bridge .xxx.

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  • 102. At 6:58pm on 10 Jul 2009, msScoobycat wrote:

    Still waiting for tea to cook..

    Bingo - where you going in Espana?

    Annie - hope you have a nice day with oldest son..

    oh and fissyn..hope bbq is ok and your son finds something new soon..

    Bees - STEP AWAY FROM THE WORK!

    mSc x

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  • 103. At 6:59pm on 10 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    Mr Chris ,What a handsome little chappy he is ,your not so bad either yourself.
    have a good time and enjoy .

    Bridge .xxx.

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  • 104. At 7:05pm on 10 Jul 2009, brightAnnie-G wrote:

    Fissy: I had the same situation with my oldest boy - he kept coming home!!!! But all is well now - settled down with wife and baby girl due in September. It will get better, promise. He has been made redundant twice - horrible - but he's got over it and now has a lovely life.

    Ebb: Good luck with the move. Did that too when I was very young - NE England to Scotland - and it was horrible at the time, making friends was hard but it all worked out in the end, as it will for you. Just keep in touch with all of us, your friends on the blog.

    xxxxxx

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  • 105. At 7:09pm on 10 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    Brum bloggers , have a great time tomorrow and hope you all have safe journeys and dont forget to pack the headache tablets.

    enjoy .Bridge .xxx.

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  • 106. At 7:12pm on 10 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    Jg, white is in the fridge and red is open and breathing ,nibbles on the side .

    Bridge .xxx.

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  • 107. At 7:13pm on 10 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    Hi Annie ,nice to see you .

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  • 108. At 7:17pm on 10 Jul 2009, brightAnnie-G wrote:

    Evening Bridge. White is cooling in the fridge. Mocha muffins done, waiting for youngest son, his partner and teeny grandson tomorrow!

    xxxxxx

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  • 109. At 7:18pm on 10 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    Are they with you for the day or staying over ?

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  • 110. At 7:26pm on 10 Jul 2009, brightAnnie-G wrote:

    Just for the day Bridge, if they can get over that damned bridge with the T in the Park traffic!! They're coming from Livingston to me in Fife.

    xxxxx

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  • 111. At 7:36pm on 10 Jul 2009, fissyn wrote:

    Thanks for all your thoughts, you're all so lovely! I'm going out with a lightened heart and I'm gonna enjoy myself!

    Spk again tomorrow.

    xxx fissyn

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  • 112. At 7:38pm on 10 Jul 2009, brightAnnie-G wrote:

    Have a good night Fiss.

    xxxxx

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  • 113. At 7:56pm on 10 Jul 2009, brightAnnie-G wrote:

    Just been checking on-line how to keep cats from pooping in my garden. Seems like peppers do it.

    Anyone got any ideas??

    xxxxx

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  • 114. At 7:57pm on 10 Jul 2009, Jakeygirl wrote:

    Have a great night Fiss!!

    And have a great day tomorrow Annie, hope the traffic's OK for them!

    Thanks Bridge, just helped myself to a glass of white!

    JG x

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  • 115. At 8:06pm on 10 Jul 2009, brightAnnie-G wrote:

    First glass of pinot whatsit poured.

    Now, for those handbag/shoes people: Bought a gorgeous purple leather bag to go to Sweden next weekend. Pink suede inside - yummy.

    xxxxxx

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  • 116. At 8:09pm on 10 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    Annie found your son on the map but can't find fife.

    anyway have a nice day ,

    Cats ,Garden centres sell it it in their Pet corners.

    It's called Get Off,it's vey good
    Annie and also been told slices of lemons.

    bridge .xxx.

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  • 117. At 8:11pm on 10 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    Wrote .
    Ok Jg ,im going to have a red .
    bridge .xxx.

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  • 118. At 8:13pm on 10 Jul 2009, brightAnnie-G wrote:

    Bridge - you found my son??? How did you do that? Both sons have photographic websites, did you do that?

    Fife is just over the Firth of Forth from Edinburgh. Want to come and stay??

    Bleedin' cats. Been buying Lion's Poo, costs a fortune, but doesn't apparently keep the cats away.

    xxxx

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  • 119. At 8:17pm on 10 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    Wouldn't mind Annie, lovely part of the country.

    We have been to Edinburgh,just beautiful just one thing didnt stay long enough to see all that was on offer there .
    Bids .xxx.

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  • 120. At 8:20pm on 10 Jul 2009, MattfromRudgwick wrote:

    Annie

    A shotgun usually works.

    I shouldn't say that really, with Mrs MfR being a cat lover and all that.

    Talking of cats.

    Did anyone see the new Jag that Mr Leno was over here to launch?

    Pretty impressive. Mind you, I would say that, wouldn't I?

    It seems to be a bit of a hybrid - bit of XF - naturally - bit of old Audi A6, but the interior looks stunning.

    My new twin turbo hits the road on Monday, and this time I have the 'S' version - even more opportunity to lose my licence, but the car that has impressed me most lately is the one that May drove on last weeks TG - that Toyota 'IQ'-thingy.

    Now that looks like the future of motoring in this country, to me. Assuming that you don't own a large dog, have any children, or your weekly shopping bill exceeds £27.94.

    Put me down for one.

    Later chaps.

    Peace + love

    MfR

    PS Road Trippin' stuff on Sunday.

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  • 121. At 8:21pm on 10 Jul 2009, brightAnnie-G wrote:

    Lots more to see in Scotland Bridge.

    Come up here again soon and we'll have a Highland meet with Susan.

    xxxxx

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  • 122. At 8:23pm on 10 Jul 2009, brightAnnie-G wrote:

    Matt, thank you, would love to have one of those pump action water pistols!!!!!

    Enjoy your road trippin' on Sunday.

    xxxxxx

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  • 123. At 8:24pm on 10 Jul 2009, Jakeygirl wrote:

    Annie, went to Knockhill nearly two years ago, stayed at the Prem Lodge by a retail park, near Dunfermline - loved it!!

    Nice countryside around there :)

    JG x

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  • 124. At 8:25pm on 10 Jul 2009, brightAnnie-G wrote:

    Ooo JG. Knockhill, great innit?

    xxxx

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  • 125. At 8:29pm on 10 Jul 2009, MattfromRudgwick wrote:

    Annie

    Missed on both counts, hun.

    I meant a proper gun. You know, bullets, loud noises and a real mess on the lawn.

    Also, I am popping a few details of the Road Trip here over the weekend. 10 weeks to the actual event.

    Hope all is well with you and yours.

    Sleeping OK?

    MfR

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  • 126. At 8:30pm on 10 Jul 2009, untalentedmrripley wrote:

    Evening all,

    Just gonna watch Gran Torino as the CMM has hit the town with 27 of her closest teacher friends.....God help the Bar persons!

    Clint Eastwood at his bestest apparently.

    So will stumble by later and upset you all no doubt.

    Willl probably lurk too, so be nice....I have feelings.

    OOOOH, there's one now!

    Rips

    x

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  • 127. At 8:30pm on 10 Jul 2009, Jakeygirl wrote:

    Brilliant, I want to go again, lovely circuit!!

    Anyway, popping off to watch M/chef and Torchwood, back later!

    JG x

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  • 128. At 8:31pm on 10 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    My favorite place was Perth ,now that was just stunning do you both agree.
    Bids.xxx.

    Mfr, I quite fancy the Seat Altea.
    do you know anything about them ? Please .

    bridge .xxx.

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  • 129. At 8:32pm on 10 Jul 2009, brightAnnie-G wrote:

    Matt, couldn't, really, actually kill the cats.

    Sleeping very well since I moved house, interesting, eh?

    Road trip details would be good.

    xxxxxx

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  • 130. At 8:35pm on 10 Jul 2009, brightAnnie-G wrote:

    Bridge: No, sorry, Perth is ok, but you have to go further north. Aviemore/Rothiemurchus is just fabby. Suse is in Inverness.

    xxxxx

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  • 131. At 8:36pm on 10 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    See you later Rips ,and wouldn't hurt you for the world we wouldn't .

    Bridge .xxx.

    Ps ,hope Mcc has a good time . Nice to see the ladies out and the dads minding .

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  • 132. At 8:36pm on 10 Jul 2009, brightAnnie-G wrote:

    Rips, see you later hopefully, if you don't trip up.

    xxxx

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  • 133. At 8:39pm on 10 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    Not been that far annie but may do one day ,think that might have to be by train seeing as I am on the very south coast .
    bridge .xxx.

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  • 134. At 8:40pm on 10 Jul 2009, brightAnnie-G wrote:

    Bridge: Liaise with Beez on FB. She's planning to get up here sometime soon.

    xxxxx

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  • 135. At 8:42pm on 10 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    Will do tar .

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  • 136. At 8:47pm on 10 Jul 2009, brightAnnie-G wrote:

    T in the Park started. On BBC 2. Have to drive up to Kinross service station tomorrow night to pick up drunken friends. They're staying over at mine, then have to drive them back on Sunday. Oh, joy!!!!

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  • 137. At 8:50pm on 10 Jul 2009, msScoobycat wrote:

    MfR - look forward to details of the trip..and the new car! (Jay Leno is a very funny guy by the way..watch TG this sun to see what i mean!)

    Annie..we have the same problem.. and its usually ours! We find lemon juice works brill..cheap stuff is fine!

    Rips - left on your own on a fri night..dangerous!

    Anyone else for a glass of pink..?

    mSc x

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  • 138. At 8:51pm on 10 Jul 2009, brightAnnie-G wrote:

    Thanks Scoobs. Have lemon juice in fridge. Off to sprinkle.

    xxxxx

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  • 139. At 8:58pm on 10 Jul 2009, brightAnnie-G wrote:

    Done. Now, who are the Yeah yeahs ??

    xxxxx

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  • 140. At 9:14pm on 10 Jul 2009, B-sMum wrote:

    Evening guys - just a quickie cos Torchwwod on and want to watch Viv and James May on wrossie.

    Still working on the trip Annie but may be just me! boo :( we will see! praps me n Bridge!!!!

    Just to let all know Deev still internet - less !!!! so no fnwc for her. Guess she will just have to put up with the champagne bar tomorrow!!

    MfR Looking forward to your planner on Sunday - will be back from meet so will want to wallow in someone elses excitement!! New jag front looks like my new Lancer!!!! Nice tho'

    Wotcha Rips poppet - all on your own? Stay away from the fridge in the garage!!!!

    Beezer xx

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  • 141. At 9:22pm on 10 Jul 2009, MattfromRudgwick wrote:

    Bridge.

    Altea?

    Funnily enough, I was once handed one of those and my first thought was - 'have it back'.

    I drove it for a few weeks - it was the TDI - and I was hooked. Not the best looking thing, the rear is a little 'hefty', but the performance is superb - a VW, so you'd expect so. Great fun, and pretty practical too.

    Go for it.

    MfR

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  • 142. At 9:24pm on 10 Jul 2009, clodaghrubbish wrote:

    Christoff That's the BEST photo I've EVER seen in me entire LIFE, what a heartbreaker that Noah. Aaaaaw bless 'im.

    Now then Rips. Get that creme de menthe goin'. Am gaggin'.

    Just off to dive in the bath as soon as I can get this balaclava off. Had to use it with the comedy nose and glasses combo in order to swerve the gang and leave 'em to it tonight down the Cloth Ear. I've set up a round; 2 of them baby Guinnesses and they'll not notice I'm gone; and I'm not missin' mad Vivienne bein' mad on Wossy, not for nobody.

    See yous in a bit. Mine's a large one.

    Clodagh.xx

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  • 143. At 9:27pm on 10 Jul 2009, brightAnnie-G wrote:

    Matt, you've just reminded me of my two VW beetles, the old design. Loved them.

    xxxxx

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  • 144. At 9:32pm on 10 Jul 2009, brightAnnie-G wrote:

    Clodagh, he's not on here till 11.30!! Will have to record it and watch tomorrow when youngest son and family have gone home.

    xxxxx

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  • 145. At 9:34pm on 10 Jul 2009, ManchesterCalling wrote:

    Hello Laydees and gents ,

    Happy Friday evenink.

    Annie, we had a major cat thing going on in our garden and after various "methods" failed, we wont the battle with strategically placed pieces of holly bush !!!

    MFR hiya , looking forward to your itinerary

    MC xx

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  • 146. At 9:41pm on 10 Jul 2009, brightAnnie-G wrote:

    Thanks MC, all ideas gratefully received.

    xxxx

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  • 147. At 9:43pm on 10 Jul 2009, ManchesterCalling wrote:

    Annie,

    It worked brilliantly , not seen a cat in our garden for months , it was getting a bit ridiculous at one point .

    Anyone for a white wine ?

    MC x

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  • 148. At 9:46pm on 10 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    Mfr ,Many thanks for that .

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  • 149. At 9:48pm on 10 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    Hi mc ,i'm on the red thanks .
    Are you going to Brum tomorrow ?

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  • 150. At 9:49pm on 10 Jul 2009, ManchesterCalling wrote:

    Evening Bridge, Hows things with you ?

    MC

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  • 151. At 9:49pm on 10 Jul 2009, brightAnnie-G wrote:

    Right folks, am off to bed with book.

    Night all.

    xxxxxx

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  • 152. At 9:51pm on 10 Jul 2009, ManchesterCalling wrote:

    Night Annie xx

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  • 153. At 9:58pm on 10 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    not tobad thanks Mc ,glad it's
    Friday .
    Lay in tomorrow,then am goingto try and vtry and bottom clean our bedroom.the only thing is because it's on the small side we have to take out a chest of draws before i can begin .
    Cor, worn out just talking about it ,anyway it will depend on the weather .

    bridge .xxx.

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  • 154. At 9:59pm on 10 Jul 2009, ManchesterCalling wrote:

    ooh Bridge , good luck, sounds like hard work !!

    MC xx

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  • 155. At 10:03pm on 10 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    If I get Mr B to help a little it wont take long ,its just the thought of it .

    Bridge .xxx.

    whats you up to?

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  • 156. At 10:03pm on 10 Jul 2009, MattfromRudgwick wrote:

    Right.

    A little late, maybe, but here goes.

    Michael Jackson.

    OK. I paid good money to see him a few years back - shame he couldn't be arsed to turn up first time around - and it was pretty good.

    There. I said it. The boy done pretty well.

    No really, I thought Bad was a good record, and Thriller, albeit slightly overrated, a defining moment in music history.

    But. Where does it all stand when everything shakes up?

    In real terms, Prince has more talent in his little finger than Jackson ever had, and Elvis made a bigger mark in the sand than anyone will ever do. Dylan wrote a thousand better songs, and John, Paul, George and Ringo (in no particular order) hold the record for, well, everything.

    To me, it is all wrong. He was a child/puppet, who almost broke free from the shackles that bound him, but made so much money, so quickly, and drowned in it.

    But, sadly, for me anyway, his place in music history is a second grade one. He'll sit alongside the 'Whitney's', the 'Madonna's' and the other 'almost awesome's'.

    But not quite in the big league.

    Peace + love

    MfR

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  • 157. At 10:08pm on 10 Jul 2009, debshasjoined wrote:

    Ello, ello, ello - wot ave we ear then?

    RIGHT - open wine - sigh - and RELAX.......

    crikey Oh rileys just earnt me money today up int big smoke - literally just got me trackies on and wine poured and signing in for FNWC! - not too late mind - got Beez and Deevs to manage tomorrow - crowd control and all that!

    right up to catch up with what you lovely lot have been up to whilst I been doing some work for a change!

    debs
    X

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  • 158. At 10:09pm on 10 Jul 2009, ManchesterCalling wrote:

    Bridge, Think i am still heading off to Brum for the afternoon.

    MC

    am stuggling to get on fb to get details etc

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  • 159. At 10:11pm on 10 Jul 2009, ManchesterCalling wrote:

    Debz , you in Brum tomoz ?

    cant get on FB, just tried to send you a message

    mc

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  • 160. At 10:16pm on 10 Jul 2009, B-sMum wrote:

    MC we are in The Newt by new st station until about 2.30 - 3 then all troop up to Mailbox to book in Ramada. Then Champagne bar - think called empiney or something like that 4 or so doors up from Ramada - same level - - you will see us!!!!! 8 pm Zizzis for nosh.

    Beezer.


    MfR totally agree!!!!!!

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  • 161. At 10:16pm on 10 Jul 2009, clodaghrubbish wrote:

    Phew that's better.

    Am buffed an' scrubbed, have on the fluffy slippers and the hairnet and the face-pack guaranteed to take 10 layers off me gob so don't make me laff. Now where's them tea-bags.

    Ripples, Ripples, wherefore art thou, Ripples? 'Urry up, it's a bit nippy on this balcony.

    Ere I tell yous what. CLP is RIGHT. You won't be seein' Col. Gaddafi and Mickey rourke in the same ring. Ha.

    And if either of 'em try takin' ME on they'll be punchin' above their weight, what with my family history and me choke-hold that can put a boa-constrictor to shame whilst guardin' me bacon butty.

    By the crin, Annie. That's a nause. I HATE when something I want to watch is on late and I can't record it. No matter how interested I am, I end up watchin' the opening credits and immediately droppin' off, puffin' an' dribblin' like Red Rum, and wake up freezin' cold to ruddy Jeremy Kyle.

    What a nause.

    Clodagh.xx

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  • 162. At 10:18pm on 10 Jul 2009, B-sMum wrote:

    MC Debs is coming to Brum. Do you have anyones mobile number? Text and we will find you!!

    Beez xx

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  • 163. At 10:20pm on 10 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    MfR
    Ican see that you are very passionate about your music.

    That seem to be going to be true what your saying there,because it looks to be very quickly done and dusted already .

    And also a dreadfulful shame that he missed out on his childhood , and no child should have that done to them .

    may he at least rest in peace know eh!

    bridge .xxx.

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  • 164. At 10:20pm on 10 Jul 2009, Jakeygirl wrote:

    MC, was also thinking of heading down for the afternoon, but I can't!!! Mr JG not happy, and to be honest, I can't afford the petrol!!

    Was thinking of Sunday am early, but the GP's on.... and he doesn't start work til 9.30...grrrrrr!!

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  • 165. At 10:21pm on 10 Jul 2009, ManchesterCalling wrote:

    Beez, thanks, still ok if i drop in ???
    Am thinking of leaving here early as there is a festival in my village and the roads get closed off , and will be under house arrest until 3 pm !!!
    Wont be staying for nosh, tho

    MCx

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  • 166. At 10:24pm on 10 Jul 2009, ManchesterCalling wrote:

    JG, do you want me to pickyou up ? you are welcome to come , my little mini is fast and not thirsty , you would be welcome to come & to navigate for me !!

    MC

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  • 167. At 10:25pm on 10 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    Rest in peaqce Now.

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  • 168. At 10:25pm on 10 Jul 2009, clodaghrubbish wrote:

    MfR.

    I know what you mean about Michael Jackson. But love him or loathe him, or as in my case, be slightly ambivalent towards him, there is no doubt he became iconic and was a hell of a performer. And for that I salute him.

    It's tragic. What a waste.

    Clodagh.xx

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  • 169. At 10:31pm on 10 Jul 2009, ManchesterCalling wrote:

    JG,

    I wont be staying late, as my MIL is back in hospital.
    G'won, twist mr Jg's arm and come for a few hours .

    MC ;-)

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  • 170. At 10:33pm on 10 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    I think its my bed time folk , spelling bad and my glasses need glasses .

    Enjoy Brum ,look forward to hearing all about it .

    Bridge .xxx.

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  • 171. At 10:33pm on 10 Jul 2009, Jakeygirl wrote:

    Thinks MC, but no, I can't come, it's one of the few weekend days that Mr JG has off for a while!

    I'd have picked you up otherwise, as I'm further oop north! And I'd have loved to give the car a decent run lol!!

    JG x

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  • 172. At 10:34pm on 10 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    MC ,love to MIL .xxxx.

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  • 173. At 10:34pm on 10 Jul 2009, ManchesterCalling wrote:

    Night Bridge

    JG, oooh sorry to hear that you cant make it , would have certainly shared petrol with ya .

    If you have a change of heart give me a call before 10.30 , will fb you with my mobile

    MC xx

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  • 174. At 10:35pm on 10 Jul 2009, Jakeygirl wrote:

    Thanks, even doh!

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  • 175. At 10:36pm on 10 Jul 2009, debshasjoined wrote:

    right Back!

    MC - Yehooo! cant wait to meet you tomozz - I'm not staying late neever so dont worry about that -

    JG - go on....................................

    How can you refuse a lift - and you will be helping MC out after all - I'm sure Mr JG will see the sense in that

    Beez - well done dear on the itinarary doshing out

    MC - just sent you a message on Fb with mine and Janes numbers on

    debs
    X

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  • 176. At 10:38pm on 10 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    Just ha

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  • 177. At 10:38pm on 10 Jul 2009, ManchesterCalling wrote:

    Bridge , thanks for that .;_0

    JG am struggling to get on FB , Beez has my number if you want it . I am not leaving until 10.30 am ............ still got a few hours to work on him !!

    MC x

    am just going to head south on M6 and hope for the best !!

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  • 178. At 10:40pm on 10 Jul 2009, Jakeygirl wrote:

    No, really MC.....I'm really annoyed about it, but I need to shop, cut lawns, look after "him who does nowt" and there's no way I can do it without causing ructions!

    JG x

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  • 179. At 10:41pm on 10 Jul 2009, debshasjoined wrote:

    doh - too slow - but maybe - just maybe - JG wont notice she has already said no

    AND will now say yesh!

    Seems like its friday night early to bed club today LOL

    Annie - gone - check
    Bridge - gone - check
    Deevs - AWOL due to broadband issues
    Beez - mmm - whats your excuse then

    ME, MC, JG - all present and correct - check!

    Clodagh - you still there or have to run off with Rips for the evening?

    right top up!
    debs
    X

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  • 180. At 10:42pm on 10 Jul 2009, ManchesterCalling wrote:

    ok , i understand ........... dont worry .. MC xxx

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  • 181. At 10:44pm on 10 Jul 2009, ManchesterCalling wrote:

    Debz.

    just got your message, thanks !!
    Cant reply on FB , i just cant get on it .
    Beez has my number .

    Will just re-mortgage to pay for the parking LOL !!


    MC xx

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  • 182. At 10:44pm on 10 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    Clodagh,
    One last message .

    My sincere apolagizes for not saying hallo to you this evening .that was most rude of me ,sorry .
    Glad to see that your ok after your little tado earlier this week .
    take care . Bridge .xxx.

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  • 183. At 10:46pm on 10 Jul 2009, debshasjoined wrote:

    Aww JG - what about Brizzle though????

    11 of us signed up so far......

    you too MC????

    5th September

    right going to spend some time cuddling my little doggies who were left alone for too long today and need some tummy tickling - be back in a bit!

    debs
    X

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  • 184. At 10:47pm on 10 Jul 2009, untalentedmrripley wrote:

    OH Crumbs...watch Gran Turino...it spends the first three quarters making you believe that there is a God and last confirming that if there is, then he needs to learn alittle more anout Karma and justice......Just superb!

    Clodagh - don't go showing off about the scaffolding you have prepared in anticipation of Dame Westwood's appearance....I am a gentleman, so won't even acknowledge your cleavage!

    Balcony indeed???!!!

    Not only the (could turn me) Rufus Wainwright, but also Paulo Nutini (who just released my favourite song of the year - Candy) but the TG presenter that I most resmble in all ways ( not my words) James May.

    Settle Clodagh, we could be here a while!

    Rips

    x

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  • 185. At 10:48pm on 10 Jul 2009, clodaghrubbish wrote:

    Still here debs.

    Still on me balcony with me tea bags on. Think I've bin stood up by Rips.

    Oooh. Vivienne's on Wossy now.

    I hope she's not too toe-curling; you know it's v. odd; I suspect I'd never want her as a friend, not sure I like her realy; but I do so admire her chutzpah. And of course, she's a big part of my yoof.

    Hurrah looka the state a her.

    Clodagh.xx

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  • 186. At 10:48pm on 10 Jul 2009, debshasjoined wrote:

    pee ess - is it a balance diet if you have a cheese and cucumber sandwich for breakfast and then cheese on toast for supper with nowt in between??

    discuss

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  • 187. At 10:49pm on 10 Jul 2009, ManchesterCalling wrote:

    Debs, cant do Brizzle, am flying off to Spain that morning - yipee.

    Rips /Clodagh ............. LOL xx

    MC

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  • 188. At 10:51pm on 10 Jul 2009, Jakeygirl wrote:

    Hi Debs, can't do Brizzle either, if you remember....lol

    Am on my way back from Norfolk that day, and even I can't pretend Brizzle is on the way from Norfolk to Wigan!!!

    And will have mad-dog with us (= Mr JG (aka Grumpy) too!!!)

    JG x

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  • 189. At 10:51pm on 10 Jul 2009, ManchesterCalling wrote:

    Clodagh,


    The Ripster stood you up????? how dare he !!!


    MC xx

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  • 190. At 10:52pm on 10 Jul 2009, ManchesterCalling wrote:

    Debz , not a balanced diet , tut tut, no mention of chocklit ...............

    MC


    JG, just cant get on FB , really doing my head in

    MC xx

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  • 191. At 10:54pm on 10 Jul 2009, ManchesterCalling wrote:

    Debz,

    Are jeans ok or do I have to scrub up ???

    MX

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  • 192. At 10:54pm on 10 Jul 2009, Jakeygirl wrote:

    My fb working ok...what browser are you using?

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  • 193. At 10:54pm on 10 Jul 2009, B-sMum wrote:

    I'm here ! watching Viv

    Beez xx

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  • 194. At 10:56pm on 10 Jul 2009, ManchesterCalling wrote:

    JG,

    Mozilla , usually works a treat , but seems to be jammed , can open FB, but cant use it, am going to ping the hub in a mo .

    MC x

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  • 195. At 10:58pm on 10 Jul 2009, Jakeygirl wrote:

    dunno MC, use IE7 at present...

    Best reboot, and try again!

    JG x

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  • 196. At 10:58pm on 10 Jul 2009, B-sMum wrote:

    MC Jeans OK - anything goes. Girl racer probably in jeans.

    Beez xx

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  • 197. At 11:02pm on 10 Jul 2009, untalentedmrripley wrote:

    Can I also say (here we go!).

    FORD....can't stand them..never have.
    I worked for Rover when they were building better cars but still about to go bust....yet, anyone who passed their driving test, got out of the examiners car and said..."right - Escort or Fiesta?"

    My Father in Law and I have a lot in common, but go either way on cars.
    I buy German...Car = Audi....Van/Beast = VW...
    He persists with Jaguars, which he pays a massive premium for, drives round (when they allow him) wondering why they seem so many years behind his partners cars for 3 years, then wondering why he can only offset the cost of his new Jag by 50p.

    He now owns an XF which is an improvement, but is still so many years behind nearly any competition you care to mention, that even he has admitted that if our A4 was available with a "more beige, rather than black interior" he would go that way

    Another mate of mine just bought the XJ R S or whichever one Jag do that looks like an Aston......Monsterously quick, but still backwards in terms of interior/handling and specification.....He really regrets it, but times dictate he is stuck with it.

    This is Ford's legacy.....

    Anyone else want this soapbox?

    ZZZzzzzz!

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  • 198. At 11:04pm on 10 Jul 2009, untalentedmrripley wrote:

    OI MC...I bloomin didn't!

    I'll put you over my knee.....

    Clodagh, do you see what I'm gettin' at.
    She's been got at!

    Now come here Pumpkin......

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  • 199. At 11:07pm on 10 Jul 2009, clodaghrubbish wrote:

    Good old Viv. Mad as a box a frogs.

    Proof if proof were needed that madness and genius are one and the same.

    MC. Yup. Stood up. Me. By the Ripster. Well that's IT. 'E's weed on 'is chips now, am all dressed up on me balcony and nowhere to go. Am off to eat worms.

    Clodagh.xx

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  • 200. At 11:10pm on 10 Jul 2009, ManchesterCalling wrote:

    Beez,
    Ok thanks, see you 12.30 ish ......... is it far to walk from Mailbox car park to pub??

    Rips ........... best offer i've had all week .

    FORD - oooh would rather walk on my teeth than buy another .......... had loads of them and will NEVER buy another . Loving my mini , its fabby , ..........
    MC xx

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  • 201. At 11:12pm on 10 Jul 2009, ManchesterCalling wrote:

    JG, pinged the hub and it worked , just sent you mssge.

    Clodagh, says he gonna put me over his knee - want me to give him a slap for ya ?

    MC x

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  • 202. At 11:12pm on 10 Jul 2009, clodaghrubbish wrote:

    So. THERE yous are monkey. Well now me face pack is all cracked and me vine is wilted, what time d'you call this.

    And bugger Pumpkin, Buttons. am nearly turnin' into one 'ere.

    Pass us a creme de menthe quick.

    C.x



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  • 203. At 11:14pm on 10 Jul 2009, clodaghrubbish wrote:

    Indeed I do MC. Right round his ear. Bushack.

    Hurrah.

    Clodagh.xx

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  • 204. At 11:15pm on 10 Jul 2009, untalentedmrripley wrote:

    If Rubbish ignores me anymore, I'm gonna start chuckin' rocks at her window......

    OI Rubbish, I didn't spray these jeans on no reason, and the string on the sleeves and back of this frilly shirt aren't going to undo themselves.

    If you're not very careful, I'm going after the 'Friend' you live with.......

    Ahem!

    Rips

    x

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  • 205. At 11:20pm on 10 Jul 2009, ManchesterCalling wrote:

    Rips,

    Right , outside now, fisticuffs at the ready , Clodagh , see what a mess you got me into now !!!

    Dont hurt me, got to drive to Brum in the morning.

    Signing off and making a quick exit ...........

    MC xx

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  • 206. At 11:20pm on 10 Jul 2009, untalentedmrripley wrote:

    Bloomin 'eck! The Creme de Menthe was done by Lunch.....

    I've got....Blue Nun.....

    Of course you can Deevs, my pleasure...

    Sorry, the Blue Nun's gone now...

    Ginger Wine, Piesporter, Babycham, White lightning and Slivovic are still available in surprisingly large quantaties!

    Rips

    x

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  • 207. At 11:22pm on 10 Jul 2009, B-sMum wrote:

    MC I am parking in Mailbox and walking to Newt and I don't Do walking!!!! 3 mins max - just head downhill - right in front of you!!!! Text me when near and I will pop outside to meet you. On yr own?? Hate walking in to pubs on me own!!!!

    Beez xxx

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  • 208. At 11:22pm on 10 Jul 2009, Jakeygirl wrote:

    hey Rips, you getting on that plinth soon?

    Wotcha Clodagh! How are you doing? Don't worry I'll head Rips off at the pass into Wigan!! Can easily find some ducting stuff for him to be doing LOL

    JG x

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  • 209. At 11:22pm on 10 Jul 2009, debshasjoined wrote:

    MC -
    Oh Jeans are good
    I sure you could
    I would wear them all the time
    if only I could get a pair
    wot fitted around me deryair!

    Hey - la Love - any good me pome?

    thought not - off to do me cheese on toast - can rest of balance diet be choklit afters?
    BTW - getting plenty of 'grapes' as me 5 of day right now......

    debs
    X

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  • 210. At 11:22pm on 10 Jul 2009, ManchesterCalling wrote:

    PS, if anyone wants a lift dawn sawf , stand at jct 21 of M6 at 10.45am, waving a banner. Not too near the edge, dont want any blogger roadkill .............

    MC xx

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  • 211. At 11:23pm on 10 Jul 2009, untalentedmrripley wrote:

    MC - I'll letyou go this time...seeing as Beez will get me other wise.

    Didn't know you were going tomorrow.....Good times....to you and all of the gang, getting to Brum tomorrow...have a ball.

    Look forward to seeing the pics

    x

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  • 212. At 11:23pm on 10 Jul 2009, untalentedmrripley wrote:

    SSSSHHHHHH - Rufus is singing.......

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  • 213. At 11:25pm on 10 Jul 2009, ManchesterCalling wrote:

    Debz, my five a day are minstrells, galaxy, bounty, snicker and crunchie .......
    any order

    See ya tomozz, gotta go and get me zzzz's

    MC xx

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  • 214. At 11:26pm on 10 Jul 2009, B-sMum wrote:

    Rips you are nuts!! Speshly offering those drinks and don't start me on Fords - didn't possess one wot didn't break down/ not start/ have to be pushed - yuk !!


    Beez xxx

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  • 215. At 11:26pm on 10 Jul 2009, untalentedmrripley wrote:

    Hi JG,


    Have to wait a month to find out...

    The selection process is loaded, so that the further away you are from London, the higher the cahnce of being selected.

    Oh Bugger!

    x

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  • 216. At 11:28pm on 10 Jul 2009, B-sMum wrote:

    Rips - give em my PO box address !!! blinkin miles aaway from London!!!

    Beez xx

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  • 217. At 11:28pm on 10 Jul 2009, untalentedmrripley wrote:

    AGH! Debs2 - haven't caught you for ages.

    Don't know what's happening, but add my support to the others if it helps

    Mr Ripley

    x

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  • 218. At 11:29pm on 10 Jul 2009, B-sMum wrote:

    Did I see my typing going haywire there??

    Beez xx

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  • 219. At 11:29pm on 10 Jul 2009, ManchesterCalling wrote:

    Rips, thanks, good decision matey !!

    Yep, am heading down the M6 , probably end up spending the day on spaghetti junction or on my way to southend, but hey , am not due back in work till Thursday............. dont have a sat nav, prefer to "feel" my way round ....... but thats another story .

    Gonna charge me pixels up for the proof.

    Clodagh, take care, dont talk to any strange men

    Adios ,

    MC xx

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  • 220. At 11:29pm on 10 Jul 2009, untalentedmrripley wrote:

    Thisters...he hath tho got to shave that beard off......

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  • 221. At 11:32pm on 10 Jul 2009, clodaghrubbish wrote:

    Ok Rips yous is forgiven bless yous.

    Ere. Catch this. And watch yous don't get your frilly codpiece caught up in the leaves, a sore thing indeed.

    I take your point about Viv. Not sure she's bin Got At, exactly; I'd say you'd have to catch her first before you could get at her. And then you'd have to catch the shrapnel. I'm just not sure of her logic, that's all. But I love her just the same. Like I loved my mad old Granny.

    Ooops. See. I told yous to watch yourself. Hang on. I'll get the Germolene.

    C.xx

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  • 222. At 11:33pm on 10 Jul 2009, Jakeygirl wrote:

    awww Rufus, lovely...

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  • 223. At 11:34pm on 10 Jul 2009, Bingo-Star-ere wrote:

    Ello ALL,

    Bingo Star ere again.....

    Just a quick blog before a go ter bed!!!

    Firstly just wanted ter say thanks for all your 'olidee good luck wishes..... esp MsScoobyCat, Annie G, Bridget M and Jakeygirl!!!!!!
    'ope a ain't missed anyone!!!!!!

    PS MsScoobyCat - Am off ter Alicante for abitta sun!!!!!!!
    Seems noot actually very far or foreign after me Ukraine trips!!!!!!!
    After doing the Ukraine thingy a feel very at 'ome anywhere in Europe!!!!!

    JakeyGirl - Glad you like Lock Lowland too.... beautiful place Scotland!!!!!!!

    Peta - Interesting blog.... and in white!!!!!!
    I'll ave ter check out the R2 message board - sounds interesting!!!!!!! TARR for the tip/ info!!!!!!!!!!

    Finally - Don't wanter bore but a still ave noot put me Fisichella thingy on the blog yet!!!!!!!

    All i'll say very briefly and without sounding too mad.... a predicted Fisi would do VERY well in the British GP az regular bloggers will know a waz born the same dee exactly az 'im and me interest in astrology and F1 brings allinterests tergether!!!!!

    Anyway... az ave writted before.... ave noticed I seen ter ave alot of similarities with Fisi in personality and ave noticed we both seem ter similar waves of good and bad luck in life at similar times!!!!!!
    Sounds abit mad.... but ave just noticed it over the past 10 years of watching 'im in F1!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    Ave even made abit at the bookies by betting through these waves!!!!

    The peak waz the 2006 Malaysian GP when Fisi got pole and won the race.... 'is best weekend ever!!!!!!
    By coincidence the same weekend, on the Fridee me shares 'ad shot up alot and I waz the wealthiest i'd ever been - I waz on cloud 9 all weekend... az Fisi must ave been after dominating the GP!!!!!!!
    Just a coincidence????.... Maybe but ave seen these coincidences so many times!!!!!!!!
    I believe there's something in all this astrology stuff!!!!!
    Noot the 'ororscopes though!!!!!!

    Anyway.... a thought i'd put it too the test for the Brisitsh GP... az just lately my life seems ter be turning for the good after a few very dark years!!!!!!!
    Suddenly got great new friends, new job, shares doing ok etc, etc!!!!!!!
    All coming tergether in the past 4 weeks or so!!!!!!!
    A wave of goodluck seems ter just come out of nowhere.... like fate or like it's all planned out!!!!!!
    Sometimes I wonder is it to do with astrology.... astrology being like the map of fate!!!!!
    All sounds abit crazy and very easy ter just dismiss it az nutter stuff.... maybe!!!

    Anyway.... az am going through a good luck period... a decided ter test it again... this time by sticking me neck out and putting me strongest prediction about Fisi doing well.... and what 'appened.....
    Fisichella did ave 'is best race in 2 years.... running 4th at one point, nearly finishing in 8th.... overtaking loads of other competitiors.... and finishing a solid 10th!!!!!!
    Another coincidence..... maybe!!!!!

    But this 'as 'appened so many time sover the years!!!!!

    Anyway without going inter too much astrology depth now.... and me reasons for this similar trend/ pattern ave noticed........

    This weekend.... Sundee a fly ter Spain, for the first time, and start my first proper 'olidee in 5 years!!!!!!
    So this Sundee should be very good for me... i'll be excited, on cloud 9 abit (literally maybe)..... it should be a Sundee i'll remember for many years.......

    By coincidence..... it's the German GP!!!!!!

    So does this mean Fisichella will ave a Sundee ter remember????
    Sounds mad.... but if am correct about this astro stuff.... then my prediction iz Fisi will ave 'is best Sundee this year yet.... and one ter remember!!!!!!!

    Yer 'eard it ere first!!!!!!!!!!

    Soz a feel abit mad writing this but at least ave goot it off me chest and shared it with all!!!!!!

    Just don't tell the men in white coats!!!!!

    Chow!

    PS A started by saying just a quick blog.... look at the DAMN length of it!!!!!

    PPS 'ope all ave a great time at the Brum meet!!!!!!
    A would ave loved ter come along if a wasn't going away this weekend!!!!!

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  • 224. At 11:35pm on 10 Jul 2009, clodaghrubbish wrote:

    Paolo Nutella.

    What is it with these chaps nowadays that they all want to sing while doin' the Quasimodo impression.

    Clodagh.xx

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  • 225. At 11:35pm on 10 Jul 2009, B-sMum wrote:

    he he Clodagh - you damaging our Rips!!!

    Beez xx

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  • 226. At 11:35pm on 10 Jul 2009, debshasjoined wrote:

    ripples you lovely blogger you - thank you - may all be sorted this time next week - or back to step one

    anyhoo - in meantime going to follow MC's advice abart 5 a day and rev meself up for t'meet tomorrow!

    sugar rush - uh oh!

    nighty nite MC et all - love you all muchly and it is SOOOOO good to be back!

    you lovely bunch help me along - and I cant wait to meet you tomorrow!

    debs
    MWAH!

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  • 227. At 11:37pm on 10 Jul 2009, Bingo-Star-ere wrote:

    FREAKY....... FREAKY ALL!!!!!!!!!!!!

    By total coincidence ave got blog #223!!!!!!!

    Guess what GP it will be for Fisi on Sundee..... 'is 223rd!!!!!!!

    100% TRUE!!!!!

    Only about ten drivers ave ever reached that # of GP starts in the 'istory of F1 too!!!!!!

    Night all!!!!!!!

    Another coincidence!!!!!!!!!!!

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  • 228. At 11:38pm on 10 Jul 2009, untalentedmrripley wrote:

    Haha - Clodagh...I'll give way regarding Viv, if you'll permit me, the strange posturing of Monsieur Nuitini.


    It could be a marriage made in Devon!

    x

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  • 229. At 11:38pm on 10 Jul 2009, Bingo-Star-ere wrote:

    PS A 'eard CLP said Sally B, Jono S and Foxy ter name but a few are gonna blog next week!!!!!!!

    Sounds good.... just shame am noot ere ter join in!!!!!!

    Maybe a can find an internet cafe in Espania!!!!!

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  • 230. At 11:40pm on 10 Jul 2009, untalentedmrripley wrote:

    Well, here's hoping Debs....

    Poppet - you're supposed to be on my side....aren't you?

    xxx

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  • 231. At 11:41pm on 10 Jul 2009, clodaghrubbish wrote:

    Rips. Am not marryin' you till yous stand up straight.

    x

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  • 232. At 11:41pm on 10 Jul 2009, untalentedmrripley wrote:

    Night all

    Rips

    xxxxxx

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  • 233. At 11:44pm on 10 Jul 2009, clodaghrubbish wrote:

    Nighty night.

    Have a blast in Brum, all. And don't forget. If you can't be good, be careful.

    And if you can't be careful, remember the date.

    Clodagh.xx

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  • 234. At 11:44pm on 10 Jul 2009, Jakeygirl wrote:

    PS Bingo Loch Lomond on now...

    CLP reporting from The Open, at Turnberry!!

    JG x (still sulking about Brum & Turnberry)

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  • 235. At 11:52pm on 10 Jul 2009, B-sMum wrote:

    Sorry Rips poppet ! on your side !!

    Yeh I heard that sal jonny posting next 2 weeks yippeee!!!!!!

    Beez xx

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  • 236. At 11:56pm on 10 Jul 2009, Jakeygirl wrote:

    Missed that, but that'll be great, although we'll lose the lovely pic of Noah! Can we save it methinks?

    Yes we can!

    JG x

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  • 237. At 00:02am on 11 Jul 2009, B-sMum wrote:

    Bingo bless you - hope you have a lovely hol - I've not had one for - erm - can't remember - how sad is that!!! It's called working for yourself!!! Was talking to someone a while back going away this week-end who couldn't make the Brum blog meet? You Fisi and me late Pops share the same burpday. On a roll kiddo! only way is up.

    Right - been told by me man to scarper to bed. Busy day tom on the pink fizz and also sitting on the M5 car park cursing ---outa me way - as I do !!!!!!

    Yahooo Brum - here I come!!

    Peace - love and keep smiling peeps.

    Beezer xxx

    pee ess - JG to heck with it all - bring the car to Brum! Mine needs a good run too!!!

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  • 238. At 00:07am on 11 Jul 2009, Jakeygirl wrote:

    Beez, I know you just want to see it!! lol

    No, it's not the fuel, I can stretch to that, but he's working Sunday and on call, and we do need to get some stuff done!

    I was thinking about a sneaky trip down on Sunday am, but the GP is calling me too much...lol

    Have a great time all of you! one day....

    JG x

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  • 239. At 00:13am on 11 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    Hello!

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  • 240. At 00:14am on 11 Jul 2009, B-sMum wrote:

    he he JG - Was gp when I was on London meet - everyone wondering where I was - erm - in front of a box!!!! Bless Tiggs and Mr Tiggs forever - laptop to see qualifying results on the Saturday!

    Sneaky trip on Sunday find me -I will be watching somewhere!! These pubs have huge tv screens!!

    I will put my horns away now!!

    Nighty night xx

    Beez xxx

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  • 241. At 00:19am on 11 Jul 2009, Jakeygirl wrote:

    beez, have sent a message on fb

    JG x

    ohh Hi MTF :))

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  • 242. At 00:22am on 11 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    Hi Jg, been sitting on the M5 sarf bound today,not a joy.

    Why dont all schools break up at the same time...so you know where to avoid!!!

    MTF.xxx.zzzz

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  • 243. At 00:28am on 11 Jul 2009, shuv232 wrote:

    Hey - he's looking just like your lovely wife - cute photo. I didn't get a chance to listen to the show - what was the first song? x

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  • 244. At 00:31am on 11 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    Not mine,LOL.

    No shuv,me and Mr were just commenting on pic,look st the eyebrows!

    MTF.

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  • 245. At 00:32am on 11 Jul 2009, B-sMum wrote:

    Got it JG !!

    Was just saying MTF - am dreading the M5 car park tomorrow. Have just updated satnav in case a car park!!! It may warn me of jams - but boy do I know a few obscure roads in to Brum!! At least it tells me updates on who else has same idea!!!

    Night all

    Beez xxx

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  • 246. At 00:33am on 11 Jul 2009, Jakeygirl wrote:

    MTF, no kids broken up here, or Wales, where my family is. Next week apparently, so it can only get worse!!

    I should be asleep by now, so if there's no response asssume I have nodded off!

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  • 247. At 00:39am on 11 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    I suppose then if they are breaking up in dribs and drabs then maybe it will help the congestion situ slightly.

    When you drive..sorry fly for a living....queues are a right pain in the wotnot!!!

    MTF....ps did put in a request to CLP via text to wish all you Brum bounded bloggers a great meet.

    Roll on Briz, will guarantee I will be there.

    Looking forward to the piccies ASAP!

    Love MTF.xx

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  • 248. At 00:47am on 11 Jul 2009, Jakeygirl wrote:

    Yep, have a good time all of you, and am REALLY sorry I can't be there! I'll be thinking of you all :)

    Night all (Golf's finished!)

    JGx

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  • 249. At 07:08am on 11 Jul 2009, gingembre- wrote:

    morning all, hope you're well?

    Up early this morning, bit of daddy/kiddie time before setting off for North London and The Oasis boys at Wemberlee. Despite the weather I think I'm gonna brave me shorts today, let's hope for some sunshiiiiiine eh?

    Have a great weekend, and fortnight, dont tend to blog much when Christophe is away on his hols.

    Enjoy Brum

    bonnet de douche

    KWx

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  • 250. At 08:31am on 11 Jul 2009, untalentedmrripley wrote:

    Morning

    Enjoy the Gig Gingembre - They're supposed to be in great form.

    Go easy on the Duffnuts tomorrow morning too - can't have the villains outrunning you....

    Enjoy Brum everyyone else - try and leave it in one piece!

    Rips

    x

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  • 251. At 08:33am on 11 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    Saturdays on blog are normally pretty quiet.

    Think today will be extremely so.

    Any Brum bloggers not en route yet,get a move on! Lol.

    MTF.xxx

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  • 252. At 08:53am on 11 Jul 2009, debshasjoined wrote:

    Hi MTF!
    Hi Rips
    Hi KW

    I am not on my way yet - just waking up with a corfee

    Looking forward to it though!
    Muchly!!

    will share the shenanigins (sp) in the morning!

    have a great saturday all not with us
    debs
    X

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  • 253. At 09:16am on 11 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    Hi,Debs.

    Whats the headcount for today?

    Also,I see its 11 so far for Brizzle.

    Hope thats including moi?

    MTF.x

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  • 254. At 09:34am on 11 Jul 2009, MattfromRudgwick wrote:

    Road Trippin' USA - A brief history & guide for those who wish to hit the road.

    Rule#247 - All the best road trips end in Las Vegas.

    So. The road trip. Across the States.

    A bit of an art form, I believe.

    Rule#42 - You have to read 'Zen & The Art Of Motorcycle Maintenance' before you go.

    Over the past 20 or so years - I am still a still only a boy at 38 - I have covered 19 US states, 6 Canadian provinces, and some 30000 miles, so I am a bit of an old hand at this lark.

    Rule#341 - Two weeks in Orlando where you drive 385 yards each day from your resort to the gates of the park does not constitute a road trip. Neither does a weekend in New York with an open-top bus tour thrown in.

    In short, the USA was designed for the road trip. If you don't believe me, jump in a car in San Francisco, point yourself south and drive for a week. When you get out at the other end, you'll know what I'm talking about.

    That said, there are pitfalls. Don't ever stop in downtown New Orleans at night to ask for directions. Don't hop into a convertible on a sunny Sunday afternoon in Miami and drive to Key West without a hat on. Don't drive towards the Mexican border and ignore the sign saying 'Last Stopping Point In The US'. Trust me, I have done all of these and paid the price.

    By the way, if you do choose to drive to Key West in a convertible without a hat on you will end up looking like Richard Dreyfuss in Close Encounters after he had seen the UFOs. Sunburnt down one side. I did. It isn't a good look.

    Rule #7 - Music is the key. Anything with Highway Star, More Than A Feeling and Born To Be Wild on it will do.

    If you like shopping, you will like road trippin'. In the US, the best places to pick up bargains are not in the cities, they are in the middle of nowhere. You will drive for hours through the desert, seeing nothing but sand, cacti and rattlesnakes, and all of a sudden you will come across a mall jam packed full of Armani, Nike and Ralph Lauren being sold for tuppence ha'penny. A little tip - hire a big car. You'll need the boot space.

    If I had to pick the best drives that I have done, this would be the definitive list;

    1. Pacific Coast. No brainer. If you can, do the whole lot. If time doesn't allow, San Fran to LA is simply awesome. Look up Big Sur, pick your jaw up from the floor, and book a flight.

    2. Florida Keys. With a hat, obviously. Start in uber-cool Miami and head due south to Key West. At first you may get frustrated by the 35mph speed limit, but once you check the views, you won't want to go any faster.

    3. The Deserts. Not strictly a route in itself, but a trip across the Mojave, taking in the Joshua Tree National Monument, Death Valley and the Grand Canyon is the trip of a lifetime. Don't forget Vegas (see Rule#247).

    So. This year.

    In September, we are heading for - surprise, surprise, Las Vegas, where we will chill - if you can chill in the desert - for a couple of days before picking up the Rig. Now, all of the aforementioned drives have been done in cars, stopping at hotels along the way. This time around we are changing tack slightly and hiring an RV. Or a motorhome, if you like. We figured that the places that we heading for are places that you want to experience 24/7, and not from inside a sterile, uniform hotel room. Once in the rig, we are heading east to the canyon, onto Lake Powell and then to Monument Valley. I have to confess that Stephen Fry's programme that he did from there partially inspired this. From there, we continue east into Colorado, to Mesa Verde, before turing north up into Utah. There, we take in Moab, Bryce Canyon and Zion National Park. From here it is a fairly short jaunt back to Vegas, but I have a burning desire to take a small detour to a little town called Rachel - not only my sister's name, but a place on the doorstep of Area 51. Perhaps it is the old romantic in me, but this is the stuff of legends and say what you will, but I like to think it is all true.

    Lastly, we drop back down into Sin City, drop the rig, and spend a couple of nights in the best resort in town. Nice.

    One last thing. If you do decide to road trip, I have one piece of advice. Don't overplan. Two years ago we headed from Seattle down to San Francisco, across Yosemite and down to Vegas, and I plotted every inch of the way, booking hotels pretty much all the way, and it really did take the edge off things. The best bit of the trip was the two days that I didn't book, and we found the most amazing place by chance in a charming town called Mendocino. In short, take a risk. Sure, plan your route, but build in enough time to be able to alter things, because you never know what you are going to find, and that is the beauty of it.

    Thank you for hanging with me this morning. Apologies if I have filled your screen full of junk that you are not interested in. If anyone ever wants anymore advice/suggestions, Chezza has my details, so feel free to email me.

    Peace + love

    MfR

    PS

    Let's go get lost, let's go get lost
    Blue you sit so pretty
    West of the one
    Sparkle light with yellow icing
    Just a mirror for the sun.



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  • 255. At 09:40am on 11 Jul 2009, VoicelessBaldy wrote:

    Finally! Now on Blogging duties! At long last I can now get involved with the show! Yippee!

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  • 256. At 09:41am on 11 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    Great post Matt.

    Did the drive from Orlando to Key West a few years back.

    Children were intrigued by all the long legged "Laydees" in Key West.......and the sunsets ahhhhhhhhhhhh.Wowsers.

    MTF.xxx

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  • 257. At 09:43am on 11 Jul 2009, debshasjoined wrote:

    Hi MTF - for Brum - Beez, Deevs, moi, AF, MC, Lyndyloo (and bump), Crumpy, JTT - and I think I am right in Girlracer??

    Yep Brizz - 11 and DEFINITELY including you!

    right off to try and get beautifcated!

    Pee ess - MfR - phew long post - scanned past but will deffo read tomorrow - I love reading about travel plans

    laters!
    debs
    X

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  • 258. At 10:48am on 11 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    Wrote.

    Mft,what a fantastic trip.read every word and soaked it all in.

    Never been to the States, fear of flying .Have a great time.

    Bridge .xxx.

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  • 259. At 11:36am on 11 Jul 2009, debshasjoined wrote:

    MfR - just read your post properly - sounds like an AWSOME trip - one of my things to do before I kark it is the drive from San Fran south - in fact akshually ideally - Vancover south - in an RV too!

    have a wonderful trip - of that I am sure there is no doubt!

    debs
    X

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  • 260. At 11:44am on 11 Jul 2009, fissyn wrote:

    Mornin all! Bit of a sore head this morn after a good night last night! a couple of loooooong blogs to read so glad I've been sat here with a large mug of coffee and a paracetamol sandwich!
    Bingo - if that #223 was just a quick blog I hope you don't ever feel like writin a missive! We'll be here all day!

    MfR - the road trip sounds fantastic, never been to the states but maybe one day! The other half's told me lots as he's been there a few times, mostly quick visits as he's in the Merchant Navy so has either had a "trip up the road" whilst ship working cargoe or paid off /joined there.

    Not very nice here today, horrid mizzle so haven't even taken the dog for a walk which is usually the way I get rid of a headache. He doesn't even wanna go out in the garden!

    Hope its better than this for CLP at the golf!

    Thinking of all those brum bloggers havin a good time!

    Looking forward to the GP tomorrow!

    xxxfissyn

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  • 261. At 12:16pm on 11 Jul 2009, msScoobycat wrote:

    Afternoon each..

    Got chucked off laptop last night so disappeared but see you lot kept up the usual banter - brill!

    MfR - roadtrip sounds fantastic...all on my `to do` places..just have to persuade GM that the States is a great place to visit..any ideas?!

    Rips - Have had French(7!), German (2), British (2) and Italian cars (2) have to say the Italian one i currently have is by far my favourite so far.. but watch what you are saying re the big cat one..think MfR may disagree!

    Gingembre - hi - have a fab weekend and enjoy Oasis!

    Now..Brum..JG sorry you couldnt make it either...one day we will ALL get together i`m sure!

    I have rung and warned them and told them to prepare the clean up teams for tomorrow.. lots of empty bottles expected!

    Have a wonderful weekend one and all..

    mSc x

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  • 262. At 12:44pm on 11 Jul 2009, madcatian wrote:

    Matt - What an inspirational blog, felt like packing my bag and joining you. I t sounds like a wonderful trip. Hope it goes well.

    fissyn - enjoy your paracetamol sandwich!!!

    It is a bit cold and grey here, think it is going to rain soon!!

    Have a good day everyone.

    Love,
    Madi
    xxx

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  • 263. At 2:33pm on 11 Jul 2009, fissyn wrote:

    Startin to feel better now! Weather seemed to be brightening so took the dog out and then the heavens opened again! Got back just in time for qualifying. Well Bingo - it's not lookin too good for Fisi tomorrow but keep positive, you never know! Off to get some food in as that slice of ham in the fridge is feelin lonely!

    xxxfissyn

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  • 264. At 5:36pm on 11 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    Well someone has got to break this dreadful silence,so why not me!

    Rips hope damage not too bad,people with no respect for other peoples property really gets my goat.


    Wet, warm and hungover, the weather not me.

    Come on lets find something cheery to natter about.

    MTF.xx

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  • 265. At 6:08pm on 11 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    Famous last words.....Internet not responding.

    Grrrrr!

    Might not be back !

    MTF.xx

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  • 266. At 6:14pm on 11 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    Oooh apparently it is now!

    Must stop this talking to myself tho!

    LOL.x

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  • 267. At 6:17pm on 11 Jul 2009, Jakeygirl wrote:

    Hi MTF

    I was just sat here thinking of something to write, and you popped up!

    Wonder how the Brum meet up is going? They've probably run out of champagne again.

    I've managed to watch qualifying, tidy up a bit and cut the lawn, and have just ordered a chinese, cos if I can't go to Brum, I'm definately not cooking lol

    JG x

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  • 268. At 6:34pm on 11 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    Good for you JG,pretty easy dins here too.

    Coupla steaks just waiting for a very brief glimpse of the pan.

    Way too wet to cut any lawns here, bought the petrol but thats as far as I got!

    Bet Brum bloggers are wetter on the inside than they are on the out.

    Cmon girlies and JTT of course, lets be seeing some piccies.

    Bet Debs will be on the ball with that one.

    MTF xx

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  • 269. At 7:54pm on 11 Jul 2009, U14066758 wrote:



    Dear Chris

    I think the photo of Noah is just fabulous. He looks almost as intelligent as his dad.

    I used to look into the blog a long time ago but sadly a few special people have gone now.

    Tell me why Prof Plum was hounded off the blog and reported for nothing more than having a laugh.

    Seems to me a certain lady wanted off with her head and persuaded other bloggers to do like wise.

    Shame.


    Have a great holiday


    TR

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  • 270. At 8:07pm on 11 Jul 2009, Penny_Forem wrote:

    Just creeping in to have a nose and see who's around. Very quiet, so I'll tiptoe out!

    Pen xx

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  • 271. At 8:10pm on 11 Jul 2009, U14066758 wrote:



    Just to add, it all about music really.



    Good evening one and all



    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ly6ni66B828&feature=channel_page

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  • 272. At 8:31pm on 11 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    Wrote.
    Good day all,well my bedroom that was promised a deep clean today didn't get done because of the rain or drizzle so it willget done tomorrow weather permitting.

    Just had a lovely juicy rib eye steak and all the reast .

    And of course a nice bottle of red .

    bridge .xxx.

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  • 273. At 8:42pm on 11 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    Ah well doesn't look like anyone is around at the moment so ill pop off and pop back a little later ,dont lock the door just leave it on the latch .

    Bridge .xxx.

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  • 274. At 8:44pm on 11 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    Hiya Bridge . you and me on the steaks then.

    Fb...MTF.xxx

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  • 275. At 9:06pm on 11 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    Hi MTF , Yes couldn't decide what to have today , so I thought If those girlies are enjoying themselves in Brum I'lljoiun them here ,hence the wine as well.

    Hows you ?

    Bids .xxx.

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  • 276. At 9:09pm on 11 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    IS there a spell check on this blog co's I can sure do with one right now .

    Bids .xxx.

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  • 277. At 9:33pm on 11 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    Well looks as though I'm on my own tonight , don't mind though.I'll keep the home fires burning while you're all away .

    Bids .xxx.

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  • 278. At 9:40pm on 11 Jul 2009, ManchesterCalling wrote:

    Evening anyone and everyone,

    Have bben to Brum today, and it was a lovely day. Everyone on top form and having a laugh. I left at 5.30 as i needed to get back .
    Took a few piccies, will put them on FB tomozz.

    Mc xxxx

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  • 279. At 9:40pm on 11 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    Bridge nooooo seriously,do you think i would start talking to you and then disappear.

    Not me.Internet crashed as anticipated.

    Am so hacked off with P.O.

    Gonna ring B.T tomorrow and resubscribe.

    Really hacked off as Son has to have home tutoring as you know and it keeps on going down.

    MTF...really sorry.xxxx

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  • 280. At 9:43pm on 11 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    MC....we need them tonight...would make you sooooo cool.

    I know you are probably knackered tho.

    Cant wait to see them all.

    Was it your first meet??

    MTF.xx

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  • 281. At 9:46pm on 11 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    Wrote .
    and there I was just about to order a take away for one , and I suppose you now both want a share . he he .

    Hi MTF ,Hi Mc xxxxx

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  • 282. At 9:51pm on 11 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    Ah! that reminds me my BT is up next month ,I was thinking about going with V---in ,does anyone recommend any other.

    bids .xxx.

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  • 283. At 9:54pm on 11 Jul 2009, ManchesterCalling wrote:

    Hellloooo, Yes , t'was my first time , and it was really nice ,had a great laugh.

    Please excuse me on the pics, as I am really tired. promise to post tomozz.

    Had a luverly day, MR MC and his son came down but went to a guitar exhibition at the NIA, so i trotted down to the meet.

    So it worked out well

    Bristol will be good, but I go on my hols that day .


    Hope everyone is fine and dandy, just watching the killers -wooohoo


    MC xx

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  • 284. At 9:55pm on 11 Jul 2009, madcatian wrote:

    Good evening everyone,

    MC - glad you enjoyed Brum and had a good laugh. Looking forward to those photos.

    Madi
    x

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  • 285. At 9:57pm on 11 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    wrote.
    MTF ,no not you I know you wouldn't ignore your little mate ,well not so little.
    Bids. xxx

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  • 286. At 9:59pm on 11 Jul 2009, ManchesterCalling wrote:

    Hi Madi,

    Thanks for you message. I am a bit tired to start messing with my pics .
    Promise to post tomozz.

    Hope you are OK.

    MC xx

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  • 287. At 10:00pm on 11 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    Wrote .
    Mc ,well come on spill the beans ,what are they all doing .
    Are Beez And Deev behaving themselves ????

    Bids .xxx.

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  • 288. At 10:01pm on 11 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    Right then situ is one take away tween 3,dont mind as i eat tiny amounts,not that youd believe it!

    And major discussion on ISPs
    Bound to attract some male input...yes???

    Come on everybody.

    BTW..MC..you were on top form last night.

    Wish Id lived nearer, would loved to have come with you.

    Hope you are doing the Briz ?

    How was Beez barnet..topic of some discussion in the week.

    MTF>xxx

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  • 289. At 10:02pm on 11 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    Oooh MC,just got that,shame ,but hollibobs,joy.xxx

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  • 290. At 10:04pm on 11 Jul 2009, ManchesterCalling wrote:

    MTF , hiya,

    Am unable to go to Brizzle as am off to Spain that day , but glad you are going, you will enjoy it.

    MC xx

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  • 291. At 10:05pm on 11 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    Hi Madi , hows you ? don't normally get the chance to chat with you .

    hope you've had a good day, Me Ive had quite a lazy day owind to the weather ,but nice eh!

    bridge .xxx.

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  • 292. At 10:07pm on 11 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    MTF did you read 285?

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  • 293. At 10:09pm on 11 Jul 2009, madcatian wrote:

    MC - Tomorrow is fine - Did everyone behave??? Sorry you're feeling tired. Hope you get a good night sleep.

    Madi
    x

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  • 294. At 10:14pm on 11 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    Bids please dont tell me you had good weather! Has been dire here all day,yet 27c so clammy again.

    Been Moms taxi all day then ,chief cook and the rest since!!

    Gotta be up at 6 to take son to beacon to beach run!

    Have Ugandan student coming to stay for 3 nights next week on return exchange.

    His name is Patrick.Think he might find all this strange...but if he has had experience of internet,might be calling on some of you to say Hello to him.

    MTF.xxx



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  • 295. At 10:21pm on 11 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    Yes Bids I read all of your posts.x

    You are too quick to say how not so little you are.

    If you ever got to fly-I prefer not to either-

    you could join me in buying the small size clothes in Florida. !!!


    Son wants puter for next half an hour,,I will be back P>O> premitting!!

    MTF.xx

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  • 296. At 10:21pm on 11 Jul 2009, madcatian wrote:

    Hi bridge - I'm fine, thanks for asking. I also had a lazy day, but it was good. Just went out to dinner with my son, which was great.

    MTF - good luck with your Ugandan exchange student.

    Madi
    x

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  • 297. At 10:22pm on 11 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    wrote.
    No MTF had a dull drizzly day here was going to do my bedroom but got up and saw the weather and gave it a second thought .

    Yes put Patrick on next week We will speak to him ,that is if you trust us to be good .hehe he .xxx.

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  • 298. At 10:22pm on 11 Jul 2009, ManchesterCalling wrote:

    Ladies and gents,
    have just put photos on FB, was quite sunny and warm in Brum, .
    Got home about 7pm , raining now.

    MC xx

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  • 299. At 10:23pm on 11 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    Ta Mads....last post spelling diabolical.

    Mads are you on fb???

    MTF.xx

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  • 300. At 10:27pm on 11 Jul 2009, Jakeygirl wrote:

    Hi all

    So sorry I didn't go to Brum now, our day together consisted of me sleeping in, him watching TV and playing puter games, and to top it all, he watched me cut the lawn and get bitten by all sorts of critters! Then I went to ELH to get him some cider....

    For all the time we spent together, I may as well have been in Brum!

    Glad you had a good time MC, and glad you had company on the journey after all!

    MTF, we have S*y broadband, and it's been fine, but we're quite urban..dunno about rural, although my sis has the Oran** one, with her phone contract, and that works OK I believe.

    JG x

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  • 301. At 10:28pm on 11 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    Wrote .
    did you have anything nice MadI?
    Oh! yes isn't your son home from uni , I'm sure I saw you say the other day .
    You will have them home for a while then or are they going to go off traveling .?

    Bridge .xxx.

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  • 302. At 10:30pm on 11 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    MC..love the piccies.

    Right then if anyone is here in 30 mins,,,,will be back.

    MTF.xx

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  • 303. At 10:32pm on 11 Jul 2009, ManchesterCalling wrote:

    Hi JG,

    Crumpy said we should do a mini meet , Chester , Manchester where ever you can meet us ...............

    MC


    Got a nast shock on M6 , stone flew up and hit my windscreen,made a big bullet hole , Thankfully it didnt shatter as it has electric wires in it. Bit annoying but we we are all safe . Autoglass ringing me tomozz to book me in .......... thats life

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  • 304. At 10:40pm on 11 Jul 2009, Jakeygirl wrote:

    Aww, scary that, it happened to me a few years ago!

    Yes, we must meet, need to sort out his shifts and the dog, but I'm up for it!! I can meet anywhere within an hour's drive!

    I've always wanted to go to Albert Dock in Liverpool???

    JG x

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  • 305. At 10:41pm on 11 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    Jg ,Yes you should have gone girl, seem to me you were being taken advantage of ,if you don't mind me saying so .

    {{{{{{ hugs}}}}}}

    Bridge .xxx.

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  • 306. At 10:42pm on 11 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    I'm just going to pop over and check photo's , will be back.
    Bids .xxx.

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  • 307. At 10:45pm on 11 Jul 2009, ManchesterCalling wrote:

    JG, Albert Dock is ok .......... dont know if you have been but its nowt special IMHO

    Lets get it sorted .................

    MC xx

    ps bring the dog , more the merrier.

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  • 308. At 10:49pm on 11 Jul 2009, Jakeygirl wrote:

    MC, I'm open to suggestions, anywhere away from here will be fine! lol

    Bridge, yes, you're spot on as usual!!

    JG x

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  • 309. At 10:50pm on 11 Jul 2009, ManchesterCalling wrote:

    Am going to bid you good evening.

    have a nice night and see you tomorrow.

    Luv MCxx

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  • 310. At 10:51pm on 11 Jul 2009, Jakeygirl wrote:

    Although, evil thought, why don't we hold it here, you can all stop, we have two doubles and a single spare!! Plus a sofa, and airbed space....

    BBQ at JG's hehe!!

    JG x

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  • 311. At 10:52pm on 11 Jul 2009, Jakeygirl wrote:

    Night MC xxx sleep tight!

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  • 312. At 10:52pm on 11 Jul 2009, ManchesterCalling wrote:

    JG, OK, deffo get it sorted .

    MC xx ;-))))

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  • 313. At 10:59pm on 11 Jul 2009, madcatian wrote:

    Well done MC - will check the photos out now.

    MTF - just joined fb - don't really know what I'm doing!!! What is wrong with my spelling??

    Bridge - I just had some pasta. My son is home until the 3rd October, his birthday - nice long holiday for him!!

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  • 314. At 11:05pm on 11 Jul 2009, Jakeygirl wrote:

    Madi, you need to find the group CLP Bloggers on fb, and then write on the wall, or in the board for "What is your name on CLP bloggers"

    failing that, I've just put a post on saying, Hiya Madi, so add me as a friend and I can intro you to some of the others!

    JG x

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  • 315. At 11:10pm on 11 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    Madi, I've just joined fb .

    Add me also if you want .xx

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  • 316. At 11:11pm on 11 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    JG, that BBQ of yours sounds a good idea .
    bids .xxx.

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  • 317. At 11:16pm on 11 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    Madi , no not your spelling ,I think she was referring to her own .

    Spelling ,you should see mine when I've been on the red stuff.

    Bridge .xxx.

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  • 318. At 11:19pm on 11 Jul 2009, Jakeygirl wrote:

    Well, I'm ashamed to admit it, but I only woke at 11, fell asleep for 15 mins after qualifying, and now need more sleep! So to avoid losing Sunday completely too, I'm off!

    JG x

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  • 319. At 11:24pm on 11 Jul 2009, madcatian wrote:

    Still not quite sure what I'm doing on fb!!!

    My spelling is terrible - I often sit with a dictionary!!!!

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  • 320. At 11:34pm on 11 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    No no no Mads...my spelling not yours...wouldnt be so rude.

    15 yr old managed to wangle an extra half an hour on here!

    But have been enjoying a bit of telly,so not so bad.

    Mads.where are you in the UK??


    Spelling mistake was premitting instead of perm....295 I think.

    MTF.xx

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  • 321. At 11:37pm on 11 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    Just seen the pics on fb ,very nice too, eveybody looks happy .
    All to may I add with a glass of that Pink fizz.

    Bridge.xxx.

    ps ,just about to open a bar of pepperment aero,hav'nt had any for years .mmmmmm.

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  • 322. At 11:39pm on 11 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    I use the dictionary as well, does anyone want a peice of my chocolate .xx

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  • 323. At 11:42pm on 11 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    Oooh Bids no not at bedtime.
    nightmare food for me along with cheese cream and any chocolate.

    Got the chatty man on, David Walliams on next.

    Hitting the diet coke big time,caffeine free of course as taxi-ing early in the moro.

    Ok just one small piece if you can spare it.\Will have it for brekkie.

    MTF.xxx

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  • 324. At 11:43pm on 11 Jul 2009, madcatian wrote:

    MTF - I live in Essex - yes I'm an Essex Girl!!!!

    I'm off to bed now.

    Night Night Everyone.

    Love,
    Madi
    xxx

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  • 325. At 11:43pm on 11 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    OK , catch .

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  • 326. At 11:48pm on 11 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    Night Madi.

    Lots of us here for you , you know.

    Will get to know you more on fb hopefully.

    Sleep well.MTF.xxx

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  • 327. At 11:50pm on 11 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    Ok Bids me and thee,been here before aint we.

    Walliams is stripping orf right now oooeeerrr!

    MTF.!!!!

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  • 328. At 11:51pm on 11 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    What side are you watching ?

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  • 329. At 11:51pm on 11 Jul 2009, Jakeygirl wrote:

    Only have phone now, but have found the T stuff again on tv! Excellent!

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  • 330. At 11:56pm on 11 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    4 Bids just finished.

    Was hoping for cue Debs by now...

    Wonder if she got a better offer.hmmmmm!

    MTF.xx

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  • 331. At 11:56pm on 11 Jul 2009, Jakeygirl wrote:

    sky 990

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  • 332. At 11:56pm on 11 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    JG good girl .

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  • 333. At 00:00am on 12 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    JG.have you got to see MCs piccies yet??

    Are you gonna make Brizzle blog,hopeso.xxx

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  • 334. At 00:02am on 12 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    Haven't got sky and didn't now about t'other,mind you I don't think Mr B would have watched him.
    Must admit we are big fans of the CIS'S and ch-5.
    bids .xxx.

    PS just watching True Lies .

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  • 335. At 00:05am on 12 Jul 2009, Jakeygirl wrote:

    MTF, sorry no, we'll be on our way back from Norfolk!

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  • 336. At 00:08am on 12 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    Ok Ladies..had better hit the hay.

    Been a funny old day.got involved with an escaped injured mare and quite stressful as poor thing was obviously quite traumatised.

    So ,please whoever is in charge of the weather, could we have a spot of sunshine to cheer us all up.

    Thank you.

    Love MTF.xx

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  • 337. At 00:08am on 12 Jul 2009, Jakeygirl wrote:

    Night all! Can't text quick enough to keep up!

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  • 338. At 00:10am on 12 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    Night night all . xxxxxxx.

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  • 339. At 00:12am on 12 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    Sorry JG..Remember now.Norfolk to Wigan via Briz...not altogether a straight forward journey.LOL.

    MTF.xxx

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  • 340. At 08:45am on 12 Jul 2009, MattfromRudgwick wrote:

    You know when you are in the presence of greatness.

    I mean truly stella greatness. The sort of greatness that only a select few beings are ever blessed with.

    And once in a blue moon, if you are really, really lucky, your path crosses with one of these people, and for a fleeting moment, you are touched by the electricity they give off.

    We were in the presence of greatness last night.

    I'll be the first one to admit that I wasn't really looking forward to it - you may have guessed that from my post the other day - but it was always about my mum and her 40 year wait to see her hero.

    We walked from her house, stopping, as you do, in the pub for a little light refreshment. And then the heavens opened. 'Fab', I thought, 'not only have we got an evening of Laughing Len Cohen to endure, it will be raining all night too'. Deep joy.

    But mum was rapidly morphing into an excitable childlike state, regailing us with tales of when she saw The Beatles live, and how giving birth to me stopped her going to the Isle of Wight festival in 1970 and seeing Jimi Hendrix's last performance before he died a week or so later, and, crucially, Leonard Cohen. So, with the fact she never saw him actually being my fault, we donned our wet weather gear, and headed into the monsoon.

    From the moment he walked on, everything suddenly became clear. The man has that something, the something that you can't put your finger on, but the something that very few artists have. Now, I've seen a band or two over the years, and I can think of only a handful that have truly set the place alight and held an audience captive for the duration of the performance, and beyond. I was completely absorbed by his words, and slightly surprised that I knew far more of his songs than I had realised.

    But most importantly, the 40 year wait was over, and she wasn't disappointed. We all shed a collective tear when he strummed the opening chords of Suzanne, and So long, Marianne was stunning. He made us laugh, and he made us cry. The rain made us wet, but it didn't matter.

    I am proud to declare that I stand converted.

    Peace + love

    MfR

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  • 341. At 09:03am on 12 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    Matt,have been a Cohen fan since mid eighties so only in my early twenties.

    All my mates just didnt get it.

    But its there isnt it,that certain something you just cant quite sum up.

    Wish I'd been there.

    Have a good day.

    MTF.xx

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  • 342. At 10:22am on 12 Jul 2009, debshasjoined wrote:

    Morning all and everyone!

    survived blog #2 - check!

    What a lovely day I had - the people you meet from here are truly and genuinely fab - and I would recommend for everyone to attend a meet.

    Oh what laughs we had again - and again the champagne bar ran out of pink fizz of choice!

    Right to report:

    First time I have met JTT - what a lovely lovely bloke - and brave to be the token man with 8 mad women!

    Beez's hair do - lovely - good choice! Red killer heels - v good - oh yes and she kept taking her top off....

    Lyndis bump is doing well and giving the excuse to talk all sorts of nonsense (her words not mine!) and she won the competition for the killer heels

    Deevs pyjamas were pink in preparation for pyjama gate #2 and black killer heels with pink spots stood her proud (not sure if she kept them on for pyjama gate)

    Crumpy - self confessed leeky spice and the kind bearer of gifts - generous spice I think! (or G&T spice)

    Lisa and Lin - lovely ladies but no sense of direction :-) - both had to be 'talked in/search parties sent' but made it eventually and recovered with 'stiff drinks'

    MC - also had journey trauma - greet big rock hit her car - but being a trooper she carried on and brightened our day with her beautiful smile! (also as the only non-drinker put up with our increasingly raucous behavior!)

    Sorry its a long one but I wanted to share our day

    HOWEVER - I left at 9 so I am sure there will be more to report......I wonder how their heads are right now.....

    Have a lovely day everyone - am around so will catch up with you all later

    debs
    X

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  • 343. At 10:25am on 12 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    Debs, great to hear all about it.MC kindly put 6 pics on fb last night.

    Did you have your David Bailey head on too??

    MTFxxxxx

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  • 344. At 10:57am on 12 Jul 2009, debshasjoined wrote:

    Hiya MTF - no I didnt take my camera - I knew everyone else would!
    I'm sure more photos will appear in the next couple of days :-)

    you up to anything nice today? GD is still in bed and I dont expect she will be up much today after surviving her week in Newquay! Proper home cooked food for her I think!!

    debs
    X

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  • 345. At 11:05am on 12 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    Oooh Debs didnt know she had been to new Quay,its been on the news a bit this week hasnt it.

    Bet you are glad to have her back.

    Been up with the lark.Son doing beacon to beach stretcher run for Help for heroes.

    So am waiting for the phone call to bring him home and hose him off!!

    Had to polish boots to parade standard,WHY???

    Looking forward to a quiet roast dins just three of us tonight.

    Next weekend will be a different story.

    We are having a returning ugandan student to stay..Daughter went out there this time last year.

    He is called Patrick.Really looking forward to it.x

    You seen MCs piccies yet??

    MTF.xx

    Get that girlie out of bed LOL.xxxx



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  • 346. At 11:36am on 12 Jul 2009, Jakeygirl wrote:

    Morning all (just)

    Have been a bit disrupted this morning by a power cut, which set all the house alarms off on the estate we live on, and then again, when the power came back on - not nice at 8am on a Sunday!! Plus Finlay started howling along as well - lovely!

    Anyhow, I've two things to do today, a bit of ironing and watching the GP, so it's a tough life!

    Glad you had a great meet Debs, one day I'll make it to one!

    MFR, pleased you had a good evening after all, despite the rain!

    Catch you later

    JG x

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  • 347. At 11:38am on 12 Jul 2009, debshasjoined wrote:

    MTF - wheres your GD today then?

    No I will let my GD sleep - I dont think she's had much! LOL and yes good to have her back - although most nights she said they went into town and it was boring so they came back to the caravan and played games! Drunk jenga, twister and cards! Heck - we've all done it!!

    Yes seen MCs pics - I have devil red eyes!! and a great one of the back of my head LOL! Never did like having my photi taken!!

    right off to do some chores before I hit ELH

    debs
    X

    Pee ess - I interview a lot of Ugandan graduates for the engineering roles I recruit for - they have impeccable manners and always refer to me as 'miss debra' - like that - might change my sign off! You will be miss MTF LOL!

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  • 348. At 12:12pm on 12 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    Miss Debs,GD at boyfs house,they are doing the food supplying for a change!!!

    Bet they are still in bed too!

    Cant do it meself,wake up...gotta get up.

    Just got back with smelly son.

    hosepipe duties call.

    Laters.MTF.xx

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  • 349. At 1:03pm on 12 Jul 2009, debshasjoined wrote:

    Cooooooooooooooooooool

    the Red Arrows have just done given me my own private fly past - in V formation with coloured smoke n everything! Noisey blighters too!

    Is there an airshow in Fairford this weekend?? They usually 'park' at Filton Airfield a couple of times a year when there are shows on

    debs
    X

    pee ess - all rest of Brum bloggers alive....

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  • 350. At 2:02pm on 12 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    Wrote:
    Mfr, very nice blog this morning,and Mr B even read your travel post this AM after me telling him all about your trip
    to the States .He found it to be of very good reading.

    Bridge .xxx.

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  • 351. At 2:03pm on 12 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    It was Yeovil y'day Debs.

    Dont know about today.

    MTF.....mowing 7 lawns and perspiring ever so slightly!!!

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  • 352. At 2:04pm on 12 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    Hi, Bridge and Mr B too.

    Must keep going ....back with you later.

    MTF.xxx

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  • 353. At 2:05pm on 12 Jul 2009, fissyn wrote:

    Hi all!
    Gorgeous day here today! Been doing some weeding in the garden then came in for a shower before watching the start of the GP. Always get a bit bored/fall asleep if watch the whole lot but do love it! Got it on in the background now. Can't keep up with all the different contributions! Took me 20 mins to read from my last entry! Sounds like you all had a good time in Brum. I'm goin up there tomoz to stay with cuz and visit a medium!! Never have before so that's 2 new things I'm doing in the space of a few days, the other one being to join this lovely group of bloggers! Off to kareoke choir rehearsal soon so catch up again later. Not heard from son so presume he's OK (no news is good news!?)

    xxxfissyn

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  • 354. At 2:07pm on 12 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    Fissyn, theyre still there...two day bender..LOL.xxx

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  • 355. At 2:11pm on 12 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    Wrote:
    Miss Debra, good afternoon.
    Glad you had a good time yesterday ,it looked as though were having a ball.

    I do hope that there are going to be loads more photo's
    I hope to come to the Briz meet ,not sure yet if staying over but I'm deff coming for the day.

    I will need to know before I come a few house rules,such as
    do you all pay your way as you go or do you have a kitty, Or what ?

    Bridge .xxx.

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  • 356. At 2:11pm on 12 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    At Brum that is...glugging lotsa fizzy pink stuff.

    MTF.xxx

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  • 357. At 2:26pm on 12 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    Wrote:
    Hi fyssn ,Welcome to the blog nice place this.
    Your right no news is good news.

    Well me I've done today what I set out to do yesterdsy ,with the help of hubby and that was to bottom clean our bedroom .
    just usual clean to the rest of the place .
    Next week it's the dining room and sitting rooms turn for the bottom clean,oh! what an exciting life I lead ,but I must say that my consciousis clear.

    Bridge .xxx.

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  • 358. At 2:31pm on 12 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    wrote:
    Right off to do a bit more ,have a cuppa , and then am going to slam in the lamb .

    Back later .

    Bids .xxx.

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  • 359. At 2:35pm on 12 Jul 2009, akaCrumpy wrote:

    Hiya MTF et al - Crumpy checking in, post Brum.

    To pick up where Debs left off ....
    she said her goodbyes in the restaurant, with tears in her eyes! Now she will tell you it's because she was sad to leave us .. I think it was coz she onlt had time for a starter!! Oops!

    Mains and puds followed with JTT and Beez finishing Lyndy's chocolate torte!

    It was absolutely persisting down by the time we came to leave and had to brave the weather for the 5 foot dash to the hotel, right next door!

    Drink in the bar, then the lightweights, me and Lin went to bed leaving the others to have 'just another one'.

    All made it down for brekkie, although Lisa went back up to her room for a bit more kip before chuckin out time.

    We had a great time and those that couldn't make it were missed. Pip sent an 'enjoy yourselves' message.

    As for the 'house rules' - we all put into a kitty - non-drinkers should contribute less and top it up as we go. At the restaurant, we just split the bill.

    The main house rule is enjoy yourself!

    Crumpy xx

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  • 360. At 2:42pm on 12 Jul 2009, lyndyloo_the_1st wrote:

    Hiya everyone!

    Brum was a fun meet again! Great to meet up with everyone. All on good form and much pink fizzy stuff consumed (I had one just to be polite you understand) by most. Between numerous visits to the little girls room (you know how it is) I got to spend time with some really lovely bloggers... some I've met before and some newbies to me. I can confirm again that the people of the blog are truly a wonderful bunch!!

    After a long (usually just half an hour) drive home as the M6 was shut at my junction causing dreadful tailbacks I collapsed into bed and had a long lie in until 10 this morning... spared by Mum looking after Booboo overnight... ahhhh!

    Luv
    Lyndyloo
    & the bump
    -x-x-x-

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  • 361. At 2:56pm on 12 Jul 2009, lyndyloo_the_1st wrote:

    PS.... Crumpy is sooooo generous! She not only brought a gift for us all she bought the bump the most gawjus musical ornament for the baby's room....

    Thanks Crumps -x-x-x-

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  • 362. At 3:05pm on 12 Jul 2009, debshasjoined wrote:

    Oh Lyndy - bummer about the drive home - glad to see you stayed for a full dins though!

    Crumpy AKA twin - glad you made it back safe and sound too - now I know Deevs is alive and MC too - any sign of Beez, Lin, Lisa or JTT???

    right off to mow a meadow......

    that reminds me - MTF - I saw the Red Arrows yesterday whilst waiting for my train - and I have now seen that Fairford is next week - I presume they will do the same then

    Anyone want to have a bloggers Red Arrows meet my house next w/e at 12.40!

    debs (miss Debra) LOL Bridge!!
    X

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  • 363. At 3:11pm on 12 Jul 2009, akaCrumpy wrote:

    I'm off to 'peg out' - the washing not to personally slip off this mortal coil! and then I'm gonna make a gooseberry crumble!

    Yum - later peeps xx

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  • 364. At 3:32pm on 12 Jul 2009, debshasjoined wrote:

    Oh Crumbly crumpy - can I have some please with cream ta!

    I too am off to 'peg out' - reet good drying weather me ma used to say!

    Miss Debra
    X

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  • 365. At 4:09pm on 12 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    Lawns done, veg for dinner picked,floor scrubbed,Chicken in ,washing out.

    Thats it!

    Off to my deckchair with a tin of scrumpy jack and last weeks sunday times, which I havent even glimpsed at.Wonder why!!

    I may be gone a while.

    MTF.xxx

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  • 366. At 5:53pm on 12 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    Crumpy,Thanks for the rules most helpful. Glad you all had a good time and thanks for the update ,nice to hear that you enjoyed it .

    Bridge .xxx.

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  • 367. At 5:56pm on 12 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

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    MTF, when are we going to see some pics of your garden ,it sounds so nice that I think you should share it with us .

    Bridge .xxx.

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  • 368. At 7:40pm on 12 Jul 2009, girlracer53 wrote:

    Hi all, back home safe and sound. Just had a lovely meal cooked for me and am gearing(see what I did there) up for scooby's debut on Top Gear tonight.
    Well what can I add to everyones comments re Brum?
    What a great bunch of people! I had so much fun this weekend and am so looking forward to the next time.
    Oi MISS Debra, there's nowt wrong with MY sense of direction thank you very much!
    Had 2 hours to kill after everyone else had left, so hit the shops. Bought nothing mind, suitcase was heavy enough already.
    By the way, I must apologise to whoever paid for my coffee in the hotel last night, I owe you one. Thanks.
    Thanks also to the lovely Steve for being my knight in shining armour and carrying my case. My back is improving, hows yours!
    Hello too to Beez, Cheryl, Flower, MC, Lyndyloo, Crumpy and Debs (separated at birth or what) Oooh I'm worn out now,

    Ta ta Lin x

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  • 369. At 7:45pm on 12 Jul 2009, girlracer53 wrote:

    Crumpy,
    Thank you so much for the gift, I'm sure I speak for all of us in saying what a lovely gesture it was. Thanks again.

    Ta ta Lin x

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  • 370. At 7:52pm on 12 Jul 2009, B-sMum wrote:

    Hi chaps I'm back !! Not had time to catch up will do so inabit!!!

    Excellent time in Brum the usual crew and MC and Girlracer too - twas brilliant. and Crumpy arrived bearing gifts - with one arm longer than t'other - Bless - thank you sweetie.

    All will be pleased to know after trooping from the Mailbox to the pub, then pub to the Mailbox in heels (only one may I add - moi - all others - flatties - wimps!!! GR excused cos she's had op on tootsies) and wearing a different pair at night - I have been in flip flops all day with a smidge of relief but still walking! "come and see this" was not what I wanted to hear today when it involved walking - but hey ho off I went anyway!!!!

    The last I saw of Flower was when she came up to the Beez mobile in car park - she couldn't find her car - then about 5 mins later - "found it - tee hee" !!!!!! Mere fact she left the hotel a good 20 mins before the rest of us!!!!!!

    Hope all rest are safely gathered in???

    Will waffle a bit more and put a few pics on fb later. Just had a quick look and there are a few gooduns - thank heaven for auto cameras after being on the pink stuff for a while!!! and btw JTT I said take pic of the shoes - not our legs!!!!! Humph!


    Beezer xxx

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  • 371. At 7:56pm on 12 Jul 2009, B-sMum wrote:

    Hiya GR just going to watch Scoobs TV debut meself! Some cracking pics of you - will put on later.

    Beez xxx

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  • 372. At 8:05pm on 12 Jul 2009, ManchesterCalling wrote:

    Evening all,

    Glad the Brum peeps all got home ok. Thanks for a lovely time, it was a great afternoon and so nice to meet you all. Wish I could have stayed all weekend, and chatted my head off !!

    Just off to watch Trevor McDonut in the carribbean.

    Oohh getting a new windscreen fitted on Tuesday morning ;-))

    Catch you all later.

    MC xx

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  • 373. At 8:19pm on 12 Jul 2009, Debbie-C wrote:

    Hello, wish that I was there! Sounds like you all had a brilliant time and the photos are fab.

    Had a horrible weekend here, everything has got a bit scary. Have this overwhelming sense of responsibility for LM right now.

    Anyway.

    Have seen two potential childminders so far, think I've already made my mind up though. Things are getting ready to change again!

    The future's bright.... the future's.....?

    Back later x x x

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  • 374. At 8:44pm on 12 Jul 2009, alright_flower wrote:

    Yes, yes, I'm here! Got home around 4 - no Beez, I didn't leave the car park at 11!! I had a wander round the shops too Lin!

    It's a lovely drive, til you get to Birmingham. 45 minutes to find the flippin' car park, even then with help from Beez!My first sentence to the ladies (and Jovial!) was along the lines of if I ever say I'm going to drive to Brum again, just tell me to get the f!&%"$g train!!

    Started enjoying myself about halfway down the first drink though! Beez, Deev, MC, Jovial, Debs, Crumpy, girlracer and Lyndy are all FABULOUS people with whom I am chuffed to bits to have spent time, and I'll see you all in Brizzle :-)

    AF xx

    ps hello to everyone x

    pps soooo glad I booked tomorrow off work ;-)

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  • 375. At 8:45pm on 12 Jul 2009, alright_flower wrote:

    ppps hi Debbie, hope things get better through the week for you xx

    Is the childminder in preparation for full time work?

    AF x

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  • 376. At 8:49pm on 12 Jul 2009, Debbie-C wrote:

    Hi AF

    Me too. Feel really crap tonight, have so much to think about.

    The childminder is needed because I've been promoted and I need to put in more hours. So the plan is 3 full days and 2 half days. For now anyway.

    Just going to go and scream into a cushion.

    x x x

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  • 377. At 9:48pm on 12 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    Bids...pics of my garden...will work on.Have loads already.

    Dont think tho', cos I mow 7 lawns that they are all mine,,oh no.

    I am a very good neighbour and love to help out when I can..they are all a bit elderly and I have a lovely big petrol mower and can just keep on going!

    Feeling a tad Sunburnt after my decision to plonk derriere in deckchair.

    Brum sounded so much fun.

    Bring on the Brizz.

    MTF.xxx

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  • 378. At 9:49pm on 12 Jul 2009, B-sMum wrote:

    Debs C I thought I was the only one who yelled in to a cushion!!!!! Welcome to the club!!! Must try screaming!!!!

    Just had a text from Deev - still no internet at home - going up wall - and obviously auntie visiting tomorrow no work internet!!! Will she survive!!!!??????

    Rubbish Flower - you were on the right road - nearly there - done it once - no probs now!!!! but as Mr B said - leave car here for Bristol meet - at least you wont lose it!!!! or come here en route and follow me!!! I get lost too!!! More fun with a convoy!!!

    Beez xxx

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  • 379. At 9:58pm on 12 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    Beez,glad you had a great time.loved seeing MCs piccies.

    Where are you booked into for Briz??

    MTF.xx

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  • 380. At 10:28pm on 12 Jul 2009, B-sMum wrote:

    MTF - think it's Ibis city centre - will check tom - details in hut at bottom of garden which I took pic of so still on camera for pics of Brum meet!!! Just off to do.

    Beez xx

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  • 381. At 10:35pm on 12 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    Ta Beez,just seen some more piccies.Do you know its almost as exciting ,not going as going!

    Does that make any sense??


    My boss has just told me he needs a week off....maybe I would like one too!!



    How many weeks am I entitled to??

    MTF.!!!

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  • 382. At 10:37pm on 12 Jul 2009, alright_flower wrote:

    Just had a thought - going back to Deev's "which Spice Girl are you" a while ago - I am Lost Spice...

    Hehe.

    AF xx

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  • 383. At 10:51pm on 12 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    Desperado Spice.!

    MTF. :(

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  • 384. At 10:57pm on 12 Jul 2009, girlracer53 wrote:

    sticky spice (its hot in here) phew!

    Lisa, just looked on ibis site and found rooms for £55 in city centre.

    Ta ta Lin x

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  • 385. At 11:12pm on 12 Jul 2009, U14066758 wrote:

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  • 386. At 11:30pm on 12 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    Yes Telegraph..F,,k off.

    Sorry folks the red fruit is back and antagonising.

    There was an attempt to stir last night while all you lovely ladies were having such a good time.

    Tonight , am not in the mood to tolerate,so just go and do one.

    Is that what turns you on??

    Job done then.

    Bring it on modsX

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  • 387. At 11:33pm on 12 Jul 2009, U14066758 wrote:



    Mobile Tooth Fairy

    I am just a lover of radio2 and Music

    Nothing but good vibes from me

    Are you alright?

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  • 388. At 11:35pm on 12 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    In case I dont return..it was worth it.

    I can still be found on fb.

    Sometimes ,you just gotta speak out for what you believe in.

    Or maybe not..???

    Love MTF.x

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  • 389. At 11:41pm on 12 Jul 2009, B-sMum wrote:

    MTF - just finished loading pics on fb and popped back to the blog for an update -
    well me dear - you took the words out of my keyboard!!!! Well actually I said them out loud!!!

    Beez xxx

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  • 390. At 11:49pm on 12 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    You with me then BEEZ,?

    Plumduff recipe anyone....takes a lot of stewing.

    Usually because fruit tends to be very sour.

    MTF.xx

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  • 391. At 00:00am on 13 Jul 2009, U14066758 wrote:

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  • 392. At 00:00am on 13 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    Just going through the pics now Beez.

    Cant wait to meet up.

    MTF.xxx

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  • 393. At 00:07am on 13 Jul 2009, B-sMum wrote:

    ha ha - with you MTF - Just finished pics on fb. Doesn't seem to matter how many or how few - these meets are superb! Beware - waterproof make up though!! End up laughing your socks off! Although norty Debs did bring tear to me eye being such a sweetie.

    Right - too much excitement for one so old - had a stack of texts - they are all off to bed !!!! Children!!!!

    Ta ra from Old Beezer !!!!

    I will soooooo not watch pretty woman again on itv2 - or will I ??

    Can't wait to see who is the first team blogger tomorrow - Bets on Hells Bells????

    Me xxx

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  • 394. At 00:16am on 13 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    I want Sally traffic.

    Yeah Beez,got you with the Debs thing..think she might live down my street,,,well lane, also.x

    Can feel a huge group heading our way.

    MTF.xx

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  • 395. At 00:33am on 13 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    Oops, word HUG missing there.

    Anyone heard from Bids tonight???

    MTF.xxx

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  • 396. At 00:57am on 13 Jul 2009, U14066758 wrote:

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  • 397. At 07:49am on 13 Jul 2009, madcatian wrote:

    Good Morning Everyone,

    Another beautiful day, Another beautiful week, even without Chris!! I think Jonny will be our blogger today!!!

    Happy Monday Morning Everyone!!

    Love,
    Madi
    x

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  • 398. At 08:18am on 13 Jul 2009, debshasjoined wrote:

    Morning Madi!

    Morning everyone!

    Went to bed at 8pm last night so had nearly 12 hours sleep - phew - must have needed it! so bright and bouncy as tigger this morning!

    Enjoyed catching up with the photos - arh - good times!

    later everyone!
    debs
    X
    bounce!

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  • 399. At 08:24am on 13 Jul 2009, madcatian wrote:

    Morning debs,

    You sound full of beans this morning!!!

    Have a great day!!

    Madi
    x

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  • 400. At 08:40am on 13 Jul 2009, debshasjoined wrote:

    I know - 7 exclamation marks in my last post!!!

    LOL
    X

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  • 401. At 09:04am on 13 Jul 2009, Jakeygirl wrote:

    Morning all

    Lovely and sunny here today, let's hope the forecast is wrong, and it stays that way!

    Glad you all had a great time in Brum, and all got home safely.

    Scoobs, looked for you on TG, but couldn't spot you....

    See you later

    JG x

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  • 402. At 09:11am on 13 Jul 2009, gingembre- wrote:

    morning all, hope you're well?

    Just popping in for a quick hello.

    Oasis were very very good, Wemberlee is an excellent venue for music as well as football.
    Shopping with #1 daughter on Sunday was just briliant, we had a ball.

    Hope you had a good time in B'ham, haven't had time to read your posts but will try to later

    bonnet de douche

    KWx

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  • 403. At 09:22am on 13 Jul 2009, lostAliBaba wrote:

    Morning,

    Wow Brum looks like a blast, wish I'd been there. Glad you all had a good time, not sure I'll make the Brizzle meet, but I will make another one someday soon.

    MfR, wanted to say that I enjoyed your holiday plan post, please keep them coming. I think you've inspired me to do some driving across the US of A at some point. Just got to find someone to do it with now!

    Had a nice relaxing weekend which is just what was needed. Two afternoon sleeps - how old am I??

    Ever onward and upward...Tell me why I don't like Monday's?

    AliB
    xx

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  • 404. At 09:49am on 13 Jul 2009, akaCrumpy wrote:

    morning peeps. Guess who's got a whole week off? No idea? ME!!!!!!

    Lovely lie in, the took the dog on the fields, now having a cuppa.

    Lazyish day then off out for a meal this evening with Adam, my son for his 22nd birthday and his girlfiend, Hannah.

    Tomorrow we are going to Hannah's graduation at Bangor University. Hope it stays dry.

    Just gonna check out Beez pics on FB.

    Catch ya later,

    ttfn, Crumpy xx

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  • 405. At 10:04am on 13 Jul 2009, lyndyloo_the_1st wrote:

    Morning Blogpeeps!

    Lovely early night after an afternoon in the sunshine at "Summer in the Square" enjoying hog roast rolls and the Bootleg Beatles.

    A few more Brum meet photos on facecloth...

    Have a great day!

    Luv
    Lyndyloo
    Booboo
    & the bump
    -x-x-x-

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  • 406. At 10:05am on 13 Jul 2009, madcatian wrote:

    Hi Crumpy,

    Have a great week off. Enjoy your day today and Hannah's graduation tomorrow. All these achievements, now Hannah too!! Well done Hannah!!

    Love,
    Madi
    xxx

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  • 407. At 10:37am on 13 Jul 2009, madcatian wrote:

    Hi Lyndy - Thanks for th photos, they were great.

    Hope all is well with you, Booboo and the bump.

    Love,
    Madi
    x

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  • 408. At 10:48am on 13 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    Wrote:
    Morning all and a nice bright one here too.

    Crumpy, hope you enjoy your week off.

    Lyndy , nice pics on fb have just seen them,hope your well,and bump too.

    Alib, good morning to you also ,hope your weeks agood one also what ever your doing.


    Madi ,greetings to you hope your ok and enjoying your day .

    BEEZ, MORNING.xxx

    Bridge .xxx

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  • 409. At 10:52am on 13 Jul 2009, gingembre- wrote:

    a request...

    most of you on here will remember the tragic events last March when my daughter lost her mummy to cancer
    You may also recall my various knee operations over the past 2 years?

    Well, I am going to run the Sandringham Cancer Research 10k in September and would love to ask if any of you would be so kind as to sponsor me?

    Pleas excuse my cheek for asking but it's a cause so close to my heart and a v worthwhile one to boot

    http://www.run10ksponsorme.org/kirk-and-steph

    bonnet de douche

    KWx

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  • 410. At 10:54am on 13 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    Wrote:

    MTF ,well I never what did I miss last night ? trust me when there is anything going on I'm never there to see It ,oh! well .
    But I am sure what ever it was you gave it to them girl .

    Moday is my day off so am pottering today ,just a bit of shopping to do .

    Catch you later my friend .

    Bridge .xxx.

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  • 411. At 10:56am on 13 Jul 2009, boleyngirl wrote:

    Good morrow to all in blogland.

    Glad to see you all enjoyed the Brum meet - any salacious gossip going?

    I have just returned from a tour of the medics with Teen2 - physiotherapist at 8.30am followed by meeting with the orthodontal surgeon at 9.35am. What fun. She is terrified about her operation - taking out 7 milky teeth and inserting brackets and a chain! Yikes. At least it won't be until after the Summer hols, so she'll get a week off school; still... mucho anxiety.

    We did the Race for Life yesterday in Leicester yesterday; I hadn't given it much thought as I'd been hoodwinked into doing it, but it was an absolutely fabulous, quite emotional experience, especially reading all the dedications on people's backs. Was so proud to see my teens with their "For my Grandad, love you and miss you" signs.Will do it again next year, definitely. Teen1 and I walked it in 50 mins, Teen1 and her mate apparently ran it in 40, not sure how that works!

    Wedding plans going apace - new development, dad-in-law has ruptured his achilles tendon so will be in plaster, on crutches! What with my Mam in a wheel chair it could begin to resemble an episode of Casualty. Anyhoo, 12 sleeps to go...

    Have a fab week one and all,

    A x

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  • 412. At 10:57am on 13 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    KW no problem at all ,be only too pleased .

    GOOD LUCK.

    Bridge .xxx.

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  • 413. At 10:59am on 13 Jul 2009, boleyngirl wrote:

    Gingembre - go for it, it will be very emotional but a truly uplifting experience. We only dared to do the 5km option though!

    A x

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  • 414. At 11:00am on 13 Jul 2009, gingembre- wrote:

    boleyngirl

    awesome stuff xxx

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  • 415. At 11:21am on 13 Jul 2009, MizzDarcey wrote:

    Morning everybody,

    Glad the Brum meet went well - great photos, looked like it was a great laugh. Loved the killer heels shots! Not long until the Brizz one now. Your garden looks lovely Beez, what a lovely setting for an office.

    Hope you have a great week off Crumpy.

    Ginge will log onto your web link and sponsor you - very emotional run for you.

    Well done Boleyn, you must have felt so proud with the girls joining in too.

    Thanks Chris and the team for listening to us and look forward to all the blogs coming up.

    love

    Darce xx

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  • 416. At 11:42am on 13 Jul 2009, U14066758 wrote:



    Good day

    I am very upset that my posts last night were taken away. They were happy musical posts and then all of a sudden gone.

    I then had a fairy or something telling me where to go in not very friendly fashion at all.

    What was that all about?


    TR


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  • 417. At 11:47am on 13 Jul 2009, msScoobycat wrote:

    Morning each!

    Well a fab weekend had by all it seems...and MTF, know what you mean about being excited just seeing photos! Glad you all had a blast!

    Sad i missed it but had a lovely weekend too..

    Ended up out with the GM mum and family on sat night followed by a day of pampering at CP yesterday...and the GP was on in the cafe bit too..bonus!

    Now looking to see if i can book sat 5 sept off to get to Brizzle...fingers crossed!

    TG last night..i WAS on..if you knew where to look! hee hee... behind Richard when he was doing to the Renault times..you saw my ugly mug for a few seconds a couple of times.. the darkness was very flattering! Was great to watch tho..even if the GM insisted on rewinding everytime he thought he caught sight of us..took about 2 hours to watch!

    Right.. hope everyones Mon is galloping by.. its ALWAYS the longest day of the week!

    mSc x

    PS - Great cause KW - will be doing my bit later..well done in advance!

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  • 418. At 11:55am on 13 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    Hiya Scoobs, yup mine is trotting along nicely too.

    Hello to everyone else.

    Brizzle next then.. can we have another headcount,sounds like it might be quite a gathering.

    Bridge what were you up to last night?

    Happy Monday to you all.

    MTF.xxx

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  • 419. At 12:10pm on 13 Jul 2009, B-sMum wrote:

    Morning all - oops not quite!!! - afternoon then!!!!

    KW will do - presume link also on fb? - obviously cause close to me too !!! 10K though !! ouch!

    Didn't spot you Scoobs but recorded it so will re-check the renault bit again!!!

    Mega busy workwise so will probably pop back later.

    Beezer xx

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  • 420. At 12:15pm on 13 Jul 2009, lyndyloo_the_1st wrote:

    Boleyn- I did the RFL in Leicester after losing my Dad... Mum pushed her wheelchair round the park (which had just been mowed) in the rain too. We were some of the last to finish but it was such an uplifting and inspirational afternoon. Sharing something so personal with so many others... -x-x-x-

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  • 421. At 12:23pm on 13 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    Does anyone think we might see the words New and Blog together today??

    MTF.xx

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  • 422. At 12:24pm on 13 Jul 2009, lyndyloo_the_1st wrote:

    MTF- In a word... no :(

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  • 423. At 12:27pm on 13 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    But there was mention of a guest blogging possibility.

    Not sure where it came from.I missed the last 1/2 an hour of ARF,so it might have been on then?

    MTF.xx

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  • 424. At 12:29pm on 13 Jul 2009, msScoobycat wrote:

    Oh forgot to say...well done to Boleyngirl.. amazing how many amazing people take part isnt it... well done again!

    and im on Foxy being the first `guest blogger`... she is the most sensible one!

    Lets hope you are wrong MTF..although it made me smile!

    mSc x

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  • 425. At 12:32pm on 13 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    Do we want sensible tho?

    Bring on Sally Traffic,ha!

    MTF.xx

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  • 426. At 12:43pm on 13 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    Off to work now.

    No CLP at 5.05!

    Glum!!

    Enjoy your day folks.

    MTF.xx

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  • 427. At 1:17pm on 13 Jul 2009, greenyeovil wrote:

    Afternoon bloggers and schloggers,

    I trust you are all well and those who ventured to Brum have mow fully recovered? Reading all of the posts you did seem to have had a great time! Be warned though I will appear at one of these bloggers meets one day! ;-)

    I have had a very nice weekend playing golf so I am a little stiff (behave) today. If the rain stops long enough I may venture out on my bicycle for a few miles. I am playing golf on Wednesday in the reading area again so I am keeping my fingers crossed for fine weather.....not looking good though. Strong winds which for me are my worst nightmare on the course. Still it is better than working!

    KW good on you mate! I have subscribed a few pounds to help the cause.

    Keep smiling one and all

    Keith
    The NotSoBigUn
    xx

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  • 428. At 1:31pm on 13 Jul 2009, greenyeovil wrote:

    * Of course I meant Reading....what is a capital letter between us? ;-)) x

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  • 429. At 2:31pm on 13 Jul 2009, greenyeovil wrote:

    Now then I know that I probably should not but I will......

    telegraph_road I am sorry you are upset over your posts being removed. I did not had the opportunity to read the posts before they were removed so I am unable to comment as to the content contained in them. The blog police (moderators) are the ones who will decide whether or not your post should be included or excluded. Obviously this is what happened then they alone will decide if the content is had broken any of the house rules! May I suggest you try to contact them (good luck though as they are rather illusive) to discuss any problem they may have with your contributions?

    Keep smiling

    Keith
    The NotSoBigUn

    P.S Only trying to help. xx

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  • 430. At 2:39pm on 13 Jul 2009, akaCrumpy wrote:

    Afternoon peeps

    Just spent a lovely hour at the local pick your own fruit farm. Ate as many raspberries as I put in the punnet, but hey that's what it's all about, isn't it?

    Gorgeous and sunny here at the moment. Long may it continue - altho I suspect that is a vain hope.

    Ginge - few bob added to your sponsorship page. Good luck.

    Keith, how much did you raise from your efforts?

    Have a good afternoon, all.

    ttfn, Crumpy xx

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  • 431. At 2:51pm on 13 Jul 2009, sparklesparklytinsel wrote:

    Afternoon all!!

    Just caught up a bit - MfR - I was there too. Leonard C was just AWESOME wasn't he???? His voice is like treacle, so low and rich and just draws you in. I so would, even though he's 73!!

    Brilliant night, in fact I thought the rain even added to the experience in a weird way!!

    Can't wait till he tours again, I will deffo be 1st in queue!!!

    T xxxx

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  • 432. At 3:01pm on 13 Jul 2009, greenyeovil wrote:

    Crumpy, still not quite sure as there were several places running sponsor forms on my behalf which the Hospice are collecting in for me. I am having a meeting with them this week, hopefully so to do a little piece for the local rag again. I am hoping for 3-4 hundred pounds. ;-)) Quite happy with that thank you all once again! x-x-x

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  • 433. At 3:05pm on 13 Jul 2009, MizzDarcey wrote:

    Where was he on Sunday tins?? I saw that he was performing at Mercedes Benz on Saturday but couldn't go as I was babysitting.

    MfR - really enjoyed your blog about the road trips - did the San Francisco to Los Angeles last year and it was great. Only disappointing thing was that when we did the Big Sur drive it was really low cloud which spoilt some of the views a bit. Your trip this year sounds awesome.

    Darce x

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  • 434. At 3:30pm on 13 Jul 2009, sparklesparklytinsel wrote:

    Hi Darce. No I went on Sat. Pants venue I have to say, but even that didn't detarct from the genius that is LC. He's in Liverpool tomorrow, but tis all sold out.

    I'm in the CBA club today, so am going home in a mo. Off tomorrow, then only 3 days till I have a whole week off - woo hoo!!

    T xxx

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  • 435. At 3:31pm on 13 Jul 2009, sparklesparklytinsel wrote:

    Detarct? Detract even ... Keith, your spleling problem is catching!!

    T xx

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  • 436. At 3:44pm on 13 Jul 2009, ThunderclapN wrote:

    BridgetM,
    #282 Sorry for the delay in responding to your question. Still trying to catch up with the blog!!

    I have had V****n (previously Tele****) for years now and have to say to date the service has been superb (probably regret saying that) so IMHO, if you have cable in your area I would go for that.

    Glad the Brum meet went well.

    Thunder

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  • 437. At 5:40pm on 13 Jul 2009, JLFB007 wrote:

    Afternoon and evening everyone from a sunny and mild upstate NY. Temps today around 70, but no rain in the forecast for the next few days!!!!!!

    I heard back from the company I interviewed with a couple of weeks ago asking me back for a second interview on Wednesday...... Fingers crossed!!!!!

    Hope you all had a great weekend. Judging by the photos I've seen, those that went on the Brum meet certainly did.......

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  • 438. At 5:53pm on 13 Jul 2009, untalentedmrripley wrote:

    Hi James,

    Great news. I'm as pleased as everyone else on here will be for you.

    Good luck.

    Thunder - I can echo that, not the cheapest, but have stayed with them since they were NTL......completely reliable - much more so, in my own experience than the BT we have in our office

    Hi to everyone else - early night tonight Ladies?!

    Looks like a right laugh.

    Rips

    x

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  • 439. At 6:00pm on 13 Jul 2009, JLFB007 wrote:

    Thanks Rips.....

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  • 440. At 6:06pm on 13 Jul 2009, Penny_Forem wrote:

    Hello James, great news, everything crossed for you.

    Glad the Brum meet went well.

    Pen xx

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  • 441. At 6:19pm on 13 Jul 2009, brightAnnie-G wrote:

    Evening each

    Well, Brum meet looks like it went very well, sorry I missed it but hopefully will be in Bristol to share the bubbly.

    I almost went to T in the Park over the weekend - picked up young friends on Saturday night (they were smashed), put them up overnight, provided shower and breakfast, then delivered them back on Sunday morning (to get smashed again). Oh, what it is to be young!

    Back later.

    xxxxxx

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  • 442. At 6:20pm on 13 Jul 2009, brightAnnie-G wrote:

    PS: Just seen your post Bond. Everything crossed for you on Wednesday. Remember what Bob Dylan said: Trust Yourself! That got me a job I really wanted many years ago.

    xxxxx

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  • 443. At 6:39pm on 13 Jul 2009, ThunderclapN wrote:

    Fingers crossed Bondy

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  • 444. At 6:40pm on 13 Jul 2009, debshasjoined wrote:

    Bondy - great news for you - I will indeed cross what I can on Wednesday!

    Aww no guest blogger today - maybe tomorrow - common Chris's team!

    Right off to make me Monday night traditional tea

    debs
    X

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  • 445. At 6:48pm on 13 Jul 2009, JLFB007 wrote:

    Thanks Annie, Thunder, debs and Penny.

    Debs, what's your transitional monday tea?

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  • 446. At 6:51pm on 13 Jul 2009, debshasjoined wrote:

    Bondy - LOL - dur stoopid me not tellin!

    Bacon, leeks and pasta baked in a cheese sauce - Yummmmmm

    Oh and James - its 'traditional' not 'transitional'

    or I suppose could be transitional because its not sunday roast and its not Tuesday tea! LOL

    debs
    X

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  • 447. At 7:31pm on 13 Jul 2009, Jakeygirl wrote:

    Hi all, just waiting for tea to cook, nothing as exciting as Debs' though!!

    Have found out that my Mum has booked a weekend in Northumberland, the week after we join them on their Scottish trip, and really want to go back there again as well, but they are going with friends, so we're not sure....

    Have been to Mercedes world, and can't imagine it being a very good gig venue!

    Be back later, tea nearly ready.

    JG x

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  • 448. At 7:35pm on 13 Jul 2009, girlracer53 wrote:

    Hi Debs, surely your tea is transitional as it IS only passing through?

    Ta ta Lin x

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  • 449. At 7:39pm on 13 Jul 2009, girlracer53 wrote:

    Hello too to Bondy, (good luck for wednesday) Jakeygirl, Thunderclap, Annie, Penny, Rips and anyone else lurkung out there in the ether.

    Ta ta Lin x

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  • 450. At 7:46pm on 13 Jul 2009, Debbie-C wrote:

    Hello

    My tea is going to be a large pizza delivered by a man on a little scooter...yipee!

    Sorry, it's the highlight of my day how sad is that? :-)

    Good luck Bondy! Is it a job interview? Wishing you all the best.

    Have only read to top couple of posts so, as always, will try to catch up.

    Deb x

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  • 451. At 8:04pm on 13 Jul 2009, Jakeygirl wrote:

    Aww bondy, good luck for Wednesday!! Fingers etc crossed for you!

    Just caught up....

    urgh, raining here

    JG x

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  • 452. At 8:41pm on 13 Jul 2009, JLFB007 wrote:

    Thanks JG, Lin and Deb.

    Yes Deb, it's my second interview with the company I interviewed with a few weeks ago.

    Just had a 15 minute phone interview with another company. Hopefully something will break soon...... as long as it's not me...LOL

    transitional/traditional.....LOL

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  • 453. At 8:51pm on 13 Jul 2009, ManchesterCalling wrote:

    Evening to the Uk bloggers, Afternoon to the USA one !!

    Bondy , hey , good news, will keep everything crossed for you.

    Had my tea at the pub , coz I am off work until Thursday - yipee

    Took my car to be fixed at 8am (no lie in for me) . Gonna take them a few days to get the parts in (doh) , but the little darlings washed it for me .......... i need to go there more often .

    New windscreen tomorrow , cant keep me eye on the road for looking at the "bullet hole"

    Debz, sounds like a good recipe ? is it easy , as I am a rubbish cook !

    MC xxx

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  • 454. At 9:04pm on 13 Jul 2009, Jakeygirl wrote:

    MC, they washed and hoovered mine when I'd only taken it in for an MOT!! Might be the only time it gets done, although I've found a good handwash place on the way home, a fiver well spent methinks!

    JG x

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  • 455. At 9:04pm on 13 Jul 2009, JLFB007 wrote:

    Thanks MC..... oooooo a pub meal.... sounds really nice.... :)

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  • 456. At 9:08pm on 13 Jul 2009, Jakeygirl wrote:

    I wish I was off work, although I'd probably only lounge around!

    Mind you, could do with lounging around on Thurs and Fri...I'll be missing the golf!!

    JG x

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  • 457. At 9:10pm on 13 Jul 2009, JLFB007 wrote:

    JG not to mention the cricket.......

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  • 458. At 9:10pm on 13 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    Wrote:
    Evening all,Hope your all well.

    Body, the very best of luck for wednesday.I wish you well.xxx.

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  • 459. At 9:14pm on 13 Jul 2009, JLFB007 wrote:

    Thanks Bridget......

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  • 460. At 9:14pm on 13 Jul 2009, Jakeygirl wrote:

    Oh yes Bondy, how could I forget that - Excellent yesterday! Hope they play better on Thursday, and hope Freddie isn't really injured!

    JG x

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  • 461. At 9:14pm on 13 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    Wrote:
    Thunder , many thanks for the advice on the network thing .I think that's the one I shall go for.
    I think I will go for the Telly, telephone, and Broadband.
    sounds like a good package .

    TA very much Bridge .xxx.

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  • 462. At 9:15pm on 13 Jul 2009, Jakeygirl wrote:

    Evening Bridge!

    Hope you're OK?

    JG x

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  • 463. At 9:16pm on 13 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    That should have been Bondy ,
    Sorry . Bids .xx.

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  • 464. At 9:17pm on 13 Jul 2009, ManchesterCalling wrote:

    Evening Bridge,

    JG, i like to do it myself normally and was on my things to do list this week.

    Have only had one day off this year so far, so have been looking forward to these few days. Wish the weather would be better, its so dark this evening.

    Bondy, oooh cricket, just cant get into it , sorry .... hope Daphne is happy about you getting back to work and abandoning her LOL xx

    MC

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  • 465. At 9:19pm on 13 Jul 2009, brightAnnie-G wrote:

    Bridge, you going for the BT wotsit? That's what I've got. Bt Vision, etc...... And it works ok apart from the odd hiccup.

    And it's cheap.

    xxxxx

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  • 466. At 9:19pm on 13 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    JG, I'm Fine thanks .I see you've been out for tea ,you lucky thing,and got some time of as well . Can't beat that can you .

    Bridge .xxx.

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  • 467. At 9:21pm on 13 Jul 2009, Jakeygirl wrote:

    No Bridge, that was MC! lol

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  • 468. At 9:22pm on 13 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    Oh! sorry It's MC who's got the TIMe off ,Enjoy MC .

    Bridge .xxx.

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  • 469. At 9:24pm on 13 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    It must be bed time soon ,it's been a long ,Or is it an age thing .I think maybe the later.

    Bids .xxx.

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  • 470. At 9:27pm on 13 Jul 2009, Jakeygirl wrote:

    Don't worry Bridge, it gets confusing sometimes!

    JG x

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  • 471. At 9:31pm on 13 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    Hi Annie Didn't seetou there ,no I'vealready got what you have and my contract is up next month . I'm going over to the ve--g-n network .

    YOu were busy over the weekend running your friends around .

    Bridge .xxx.

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  • 472. At 9:32pm on 13 Jul 2009, brightAnnie-G wrote:

    Evening Bridget.

    How are you?

    xxxxx

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  • 473. At 9:33pm on 13 Jul 2009, Jakeygirl wrote:

    Hi Annie

    You OK? Is it a bit damp up there?

    JG x

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  • 474. At 9:39pm on 13 Jul 2009, brightAnnie-G wrote:

    Just a tad JG. Did my few hours work today nr Kinross (T in the Park area) looking at wee souls in their wellies waiting for buses. Then picked up man in the cupboard and faffed about Kirkcaldy in the afternoon. Bought weekend bag for Sweden on Friday in TK Max.

    So, had a good day.

    xxxxxxxx

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  • 475. At 9:41pm on 13 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    Wrote:
    Annie , not too bad thankou , not done a lot today ,been a bit lazy .But did have a nice visit from number two daughter .
    No grand boys so it was quality time ,nice eh!.

    Bridge .xxx.

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  • 476. At 9:43pm on 13 Jul 2009, Jakeygirl wrote:

    That's good, you must tell me more about the man in the cupboard, sounds like a good arrangement to me!

    I bet you're dead excited about Sweden now? Sounds like it'll be a good trip :)

    JG x

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  • 477. At 9:43pm on 13 Jul 2009, i_amrosieposie wrote:

    Hello all, not blogged in a few days and have just been catching up on all the posts. Hope everyone that went to the Brum meet had a fabby time and that any sore heads have cleared....

    Re all the talk about Scotland over the weekend... it's a fabby place, I have lived here for almost 11 years now, in both Glasgow and Edinburgh, and can't imagine lving anywhere else. Highly recommend both cities for weekend breaks, Loch Lomond and the Trossachs for outdoorsy type stuff. Don't know the north as well, but am hopefully heading that way next week to catch up with some friends, going proper north bound, about 30 mins north of Inverness!

    MfR, was reading your post about your toad trip plans while turning an ever deeper shade of green. It sounds awesome! Travel is one of my biggest passions, just love exploring new places. Have only been to the very north east tip of the US: NYC/Boston/Cape Cod regions and would love to see more of the country, if only I had the dosh. need to win the lottery or rob a bank first.

    The sky is turning blacker and blacker as I type, think we are in for another monsoon like the one we had about 5pm this afternoon, just as well I am safely tucked up at home! Looking forward to a day off tomorrow too...

    Hope Monday is treating you all well. Good luck for the interview Bondy

    Rx

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  • 478. At 9:44pm on 13 Jul 2009, brightAnnie-G wrote:

    Bridge, aren't daughters just lovely? Mine called in for a cup of tea earlier. We're planning a facial bonding session soon.

    However, I love my boys, big and little.

    xxxxx

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  • 479. At 9:45pm on 13 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    Annie reply to your post Is 471


    BIds .xxx.

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  • 480. At 9:46pm on 13 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    Annie , Me too .Love them all .
    Bids .xxx.

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  • 481. At 9:48pm on 13 Jul 2009, brightAnnie-G wrote:

    JG, we will discuss men in cupboards in Bristol if you get there!!!!

    Rosie, getting very black here in Fife too. Let Susan know where you are next week - she's in Inverness. Could be the Highland meet.

    xxxxx

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  • 482. At 9:49pm on 13 Jul 2009, Jakeygirl wrote:

    Annie, can't get there, we'll keep it for our Highland meet next May/June! lol

    JG x

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  • 483. At 9:51pm on 13 Jul 2009, ManchesterCalling wrote:

    Hi Annie & Rosie, hope you are ok.

    Rosie, I have never been to Scotland, it looks beautiful and sounds it too. I really must make the effort .

    Raining and dark here , it seems the nights are closing in already ........


    MC xx

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  • 484. At 9:51pm on 13 Jul 2009, brightAnnie-G wrote:

    Ok JG. Am looking forward to it already.

    xxxxx

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  • 485. At 9:54pm on 13 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    Annie ,are you coming all the way from scotland to go to the Briz meet ?
    Bids .xxx.

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  • 486. At 9:56pm on 13 Jul 2009, JLFB007 wrote:

    MC, I hope I return to work soon, shame is for Daphne, I think she'll go into withdrawal or something. I think I should ask if there is a bring your pet to work day......LOL Although she's not a pet, she's a people......

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  • 487. At 9:58pm on 13 Jul 2009, i_amrosieposie wrote:

    Will do that, not sure exactly where I am going yet, just know I head up the A9 to Inverness then carry on over the Cessock Bridge and turn off somewhere after that!

    Rx

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  • 488. At 9:59pm on 13 Jul 2009, brightAnnie-G wrote:

    Bridge: Yes, I had a ball at the London meet. Beez, Deev, et al were fabby and I loved my weekend.

    As I only work 6 hrs a week, I can do what I like! It's great.

    Beez needs someone to have a fag and fall up the stairs with!!

    xxxx

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  • 489. At 10:01pm on 13 Jul 2009, brightAnnie-G wrote:

    Rosie: Contact Susan on FB, she'll keep you right.

    x

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  • 490. At 10:02pm on 13 Jul 2009, Jakeygirl wrote:

    LOL Annie! Hopefully you're flying down?

    JG x

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  • 491. At 10:03pm on 13 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:

    Annie ,Good for you , Might see you .
    xxx

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  • 492. At 10:05pm on 13 Jul 2009, brightAnnie-G wrote:

    JG: Think I'll get the train to Bristol. Flying is soo not right. Flying Ryanair this weekend to Sweden and I hate it.

    Sitting up there in an armchair reading a magazine, pretending you're on a bus, just can't be right, can it?

    xxxxxx

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  • 493. At 10:07pm on 13 Jul 2009, Bridget-M wrote:


    well poping off now I feel as though I'm hogging the blog .

    Bridge .xxx .

    Love to you all ,you also Bondy if your still about .xx

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  • 494. At 10:09pm on 13 Jul 2009, brightAnnie-G wrote:

    Don't be daft Bridget, of course you're not hogging the blog.

    I'm off too. Night all.

    xxxxx

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  • 495. At 10:12pm on 13 Jul 2009, i_amrosieposie wrote:

    Right that's me in my pjs, sitting up in bed with me face mask on hoping that it'll do wonders for my complexion!

    Night everyone

    Rx

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  • 496. At 10:14pm on 13 Jul 2009, Jakeygirl wrote:

    Annie, if I never got on a plane again, I wouldn't be sorry! I hate it!!

    Bridge, don't be daft!!

    JG x

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  • 497. At 10:15pm on 13 Jul 2009, Jakeygirl wrote:

    Right, I'm going out for a cig, let doggie out, and will be back...

    JG ( is ARNIE) !!

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  • 498. At 10:16pm on 13 Jul 2009, ManchesterCalling wrote:

    Night Annie & Bridge.

    Bondy, love your description of Daphne , thats so good !!! know what you mean..
    Perhaps leave the "take your pet to work" Suggestion out of the next interview .... might just make a difference to their selection process LOL .


    Logging off now, so all the best to everyone
    Good night
    MC xxx

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  • 499. At 10:27pm on 13 Jul 2009, Jakeygirl wrote:

    night MC xx

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  • 500. At 10:41pm on 13 Jul 2009, MobileToothFairy wrote:

    NEXT...

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