The Beach.
The beach is a state of mind, where we escape from the must to the maybe and what if, where thoughts may be lightly etched on the shore or sculpted in the sand, admired and commented on by others, then swept away by the waves or jumped on by small children of all ages...
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Eddie:
It was a nice place to relax in the sun.....
-Dennis Junior-
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Must build up my coffee reserves. No beach today, I shall be stuck in a staff conference all day. No sun, sea and sand, and no gay repartee. Boo hoo. Have a nice day all.
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Morning All!
Bar open for teas, frothy coffees and espressos, toasted bagels and porridge. What a lovely sunny morning!
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Morning Froggers and it is a grand RL day here as well. Not a cloud in the sky!
gmx, Thanks for the bagels.
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What ho!
Mmmm, porridge and coffee, cheers gm! That's just what I need this morning after not nearly enough sleep.
Our mains water went off late last night, i.e. just before midnight. It just so happenned our neighbours were still up and their water was off too. I have to say the water board took some convincing we had a problem. Several times they told us it was due to a problem 3 miles away, but we pointed out they were saying that problem had been fixed half an hour before our water had gone off! They eventually agreed to investigate, but said it might be eight hours before the water was back on. So, we thought we'd just sleep on it. And then at a quarter to one they rang us back to tell us the water was back on. Nice of them to call, but could have left it until the morning you'd have thought? Probably a poor person on a night shift at a contact centre whose own body clock was so out of sync they probably didn't realise what time it was! Turns out the water board had been turning off valves in sequence to simulate the effect of a mains failure and had forgotten to turn the valves back on!
I may snore.... zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz
;o) []
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I'll just have some toast and coffee please ... and then I'm off to round up a group of small children (didn't know they were allowed on the beach - they'll be thrilled!)
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Big Sis:
Great strapline!
(Richard Burton impression)
"No-one would have believed, in the first years of the twenty-first century, that human affairs were being listened to from the timeless worlds of space.
No one could have dreamed that we were being scrutinized as someone with a copy of the Radio Times studies the reality programmes that swarm and multiply like germs in a drop of water.
Few men even considered the possibility of popular news magazine programmes on Radio 4. And yet, across the gulf of the FM band (and D.A.B. digital radio) minds immeasurably superior to ours regarded their scripts with editorial eyes, and slowly, and surely, they drew their running orders for us...
Dah dah daaaaahhh...!
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Wonko, I wonder how widespread this was since, curiously, as I was getting supper last night the mains pressure dropped to almost nothing. As somone had been working on the mains down the hill earlier in the day I wondered if it was them. It came back almost at once, before I had time to go next door and ask if they were also affected. You're not a Severn Trent customer are you?
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Fanny photo, fabby strapline, fabby SSC joke, sun in sky, it's Friday...
Yippeeeeee!!!!
Morning all. Since I'm in such a cheerful mood, I'll put the huge frying pan on if anyone wants a fry-up. Eggs? Bacon? Mushrooms?
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Lovely contemplative photo of the beach - great to know dogs are allowed today. Will bring Darcy, Bessie and Roger the Lodger and hope to meet up with Big Sis and Monty. Could just do with a long stroll, waves crashing...
Wonko: didn't you just have this in NZ in RL?
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Anne P @ 8
I am a Severn Trenter. I received a letter from them saying that they were going to some mains cleaning during the night last week in my area. We were told that the water would be off during the night. They sent us a form to fill in if the water was discolored the day after cleaning the mains (bit ironic I thought). We were told to run the kitchen tap (the kitchen tap only and no other was stated on the form). We were to put down on the form how long it had taken for the water to clear from perhaps being brown. This was so they could compensate us as we are on a meter system. You know what?
Absolutely nothing happened - I don't think the water was even turned off. The form said, in the event of the work not taking place after being informed that it would on that date, we might be able to claim compensation. I don't no if the work took place or not, I was asleep at the time. I didn't notice any difference in the quality of the water. I can only assume the mission was successful.
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Frances O (9) : I've hunted and hunted, but all I can find on this thread is a fabby photo...
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Anne - No, we're not Severn Trent, we're Thames Water area. Curious, maybe they were all having a play?
Lady Sue - Yes, I was indeed in NZ in RL, back in Jan - seems a very long time ago now! We did spend some time on a few beaches, we were the only people as far as the eye could see on a couple of them. Alas, we couldn't take our canine friend for the three weeks we were there.
Can I place an order for a large bacon sandwiche please? Smoked back bacon please, well done, on white bread with tomato ketchup and a little Worcester Sauce please. And cut into triangles if that's not too much trouble? ;o)
Back to my snooze.
;o) []
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Phew, only a few moments from RL allowed this morning, as it's all rather hectic. But I leave a large crate of libations for celebratory drinks later, as I've just managed to score a ticket for a big rugby match (no, not an international) and have managed to set up my new system at home :-)
TTFN
FF
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Ahem, 'scuse me, what Fanny photo?
Or are looking for beaver?
DiY :-D
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DiY - come and sit on the naughty step with me ...
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Just thinking...
Eddie has a reputation for posting each week's beach quite early - but 3:59am?!?
What on earth was he doing up at that time of night?
I can't help wondering if changes are afoot other than the imminent disappearance of the strapline - what with an almost record number of posts this morning AND the Glass Box appearing before lunchtime...
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mittfh - "imminent disappearance of the strapline"? When was that announced? Just goes to show what you miss if you're kept away from the Frog!
;o) []
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Mmmmm, I could just go a bowl of custard. Anyone got some?
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Andy's broken the old beach!
Congratulations on a bold move!
;-)
ed
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Easy peasy lemon squeezy :)
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Interesting! I'm blocked from posting (posts simply don't appear) on the old beach, just the same as when made bold moves on other threads....the offending section of code:
Curiouser and curiouser. Is it because I is using firefox?
;-)
ed
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Frances (9) - I hope you mean 'fabby' photo... I don't distribute the other sort to the BBC!
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*waves from the naughty step*
TSSC 19, I believe Mandy may have some.
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DIY (26):
"Urgh! This custard has a peer in it!"
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A variation on today's newsletter joke:
What's a Shih Tzu? One with no tigers.
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..or Beaver?
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That's a great photo - thanks, Septic ;o)
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Yes, lovely photo Septic - thanks.
Eddie, can we have beach photo contributors credited please. Especially if we're not to be allowed straplines!
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Go on, you know you want to! It is pointless to resist the urge, you are only human after all!
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I dun it....
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Where is it, Septic?
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The picture? Douglas Bay, Isle of Man.
Must get out and do some more - got plenty of time now, I've just been made redundant :-(
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Oh dear - so sorry to hear that, Septic.
There are several casks of your favourite tipple behind the NC Bar - allow me to help you drown your sorrrows ;o(
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Thank you - first round on me....
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Sorry to hear you news Septic. I was in Douglas in 2007, they have a bookshop there that has really has quite splendid graphic novels section.
Anyhoo, pints of Spitfire and Bishops Finger all round I think.
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oh BTW, the numbers are growing!!
DI Wyman, the Petition Creator, joined by:
. The Stainless Steel Cat
. Ed Iglehart
. Humph
. Kevin Luff
. RxKaren
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OMG!!!!!!!!! I've just seen what the fuss is over no 9.
Yes, it's a photo approved by 'Fanny', a nickname for, well, people called Frances. (Lucky coincidence or what?) Now considered obsolete.
Also nickname for some very courageous drivers during WWII.
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Or just a typo.
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Francis O, re your Fanny, apology accepted.
Can I get down off of the naughty step now?
Me bum is numb!
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Funnie thing is that if you spell it different, it'll get never get through customs...as freddy mac knows well, fannie mae, but we'll never know
;-)
ed
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Mae be it's the mae, but fannie made it!
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Francis the beaver?
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Sorry - meant Frances the beaver
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Yes, thank you, peeps. Francis is a blokie's name.
It can confuse. Lesley/Leslie etc
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Morning Froggers and Peeps!
Coffee....check!
Tea.......check!
Toast.....check!
Marmalades.....check!
Porridge......check!
Beach central we are go for a breakfast!
DiY :-)
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Great photo Septic!!
Sorry to hear your news; with such a talent as these blog photos, though, there may be a new door openning this way?!!!
Fanny, thanks for putting us right!
diy now that's what i needed earlier; shall I make a brew for an early elevenses?!! Anyone fancy a custard tart?
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DiY - you forgot;
Gingham table cloth.....check!
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n-n, I am ALWAYS up for a tart!
Sid, how could I have forgotten? It would have been rather unfortunate to burn up on re-entry!
And talking of re-entry, why not enter here!
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Am going for a full-house, so please stand back ..... also, im not going to Check my spellings so dont mention staplines!! nor starplines neither...
n-n
xx
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Yes! Full house!! Crumpets all round, I think ...
Well done N-N!
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Oooh, crumpets!
Yee-haaa! The noodle did it!
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n-n 52, I know where you live, I have photographs of or illicit blast furnace!
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YYY, YYY,YYYY y yyyy YYY, YYyYYYY, doesn't the letter ' ' work on this keboard!
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This comment was removed because the moderators found it broke the House Rules.
Drat and double drat, my post at 51 has been referred to the moderators!
I suspect Davinia of South Herts!
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This comment was removed because the moderators found it broke the House Rules.
Mods are busy today...
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Is that the last ever strapline? Was there a prize? Who is Sepang?
I've just had a lovely swim in RL and now could really be doing with an tangy-fruity cocktail, complete with those little umbrellas, a stretch out on the beach and have a read of my latest Italian detective novel (I'm addicted).
Hope everyone else is having a jolly day and that the sun is shining on your part of the beach - including the naughty step because DI_Wyman, you know it's only a matter of time...
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*waves from the naughty step*
My, it's warm out today!
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Might be warm on YOUR part of the beach, it's got a tad chilly and overcast on mine (sadly). Might have to light a HUGE beach bonfire.
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Budge up Sid, I need to get into me Speedos. I have got a new pair!
They are cut in the "St Albans" style.
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My dear Lady_Sue, wot you need is a Beaver!
You can get loads of bark chippings and kindling if you have a Beaver!
Then you can have an enormous one.
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DI_Wyman: What are "St. Albans" style speedos?
A huge Beaver? Isn't that akin to what the Ozzies call a "Map of Tassie*"?
If so, STRAIGHT back to the naughty step for you (I knew it).
*Tassie being a colloquial term for the island state of Tasmania.
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Have you seen the width of that naughty step. They are extending it again.
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Lady sue, my dad is off to tassie.
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(68): Stewart - I'm sure your Dad will have a great time. It's a great place - a "last wilderness". Tell him I said "Bon Voyage".
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*you hoo! waves from the naughty step (again)*
can I have a Pimms o'clock please?
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Stew_M, Dad?
I thought it said 'Band of the Goldstream Guards' under Father on yer birth certificate!
*ducks*
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Re:-
The BBC is planning to remove the Strapline on the PM Blog. Please support all Bloggers and Froggers in the fight to have the strapline saved
come on, letz b avenue!
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Morning Peeps and Froggers.
Coffee....check!
Tea.......check!
Toast.....check!
Marmalades.....check!
Porridge......check!
Bacon...check!
Eggs...check!
Salt..check!
Pepper...check!
Mustard....check!
Napkins...check!
and
Gingham table cloth.....check!
Beach central we are go for a breakfast!
Och, Captain we are way over our baggage allowance, she is nae gonna get off the ground.
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I'll have all but the Porridge. I'm sure lots of coldstream guards have been to Tassie.
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honey, I'm home...!
coffee and poached eggs on toast for me please! need to build up my reserves for the launch back into work next week.
now, what to do with my day...
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Hello Little Red - I hope you had a good holiday.
As you're at loose end, how about a trip to the patisserie?
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"Gingham table cloth.....check!"
Awful pun, DI. How's your Y today?
Morning, peeps!
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Tassie? Like this?
Silver Tassie
by Robert Burns
Go fetch to me a pint o wine,
And fill it in a silver tassie;
That I may drink, before I go,
A service to my bonie lassie:
The boat rocks at the Pier o' Leith,
Fu' loud the wind blaws frae the Ferry,
The ship rides by the Berwick-law,
And I maun leave my bony Mary.
The trumpets sound, the banners fly,
The glittering spears are ranked ready,
The shouts o' war are heard afar,
The battle closes deep and bloody.
It's not the roar o' sea or shore,
Wad make me langer wish to tarry;
Nor shouts o' war that's heard afar-
It's leaving thee, my bony Mary!
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Gillianian - I'm afraid there're only baguettes left at this time of day. But I do have a giant tin of C@dbury$ chocs and a huge bag of salty liquorice from my European jaunt.
I think I'll take my paper and lounge a while on the sand over there. Might have room for an ice cream later so can people keep an ear out for the van?
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Nearly forgot! It's International Women's Day!
Greetings to all international women on the Beach!
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I forgot to mention... other chocolates are available. Will you re-post my comment now?
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Lady Sue
Re you becoming a cliche...
See Glass Box !(Friday)
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Little Red - you mean...oh no....that's the limit.....the Mods have raided our Beach and pinched our chocolates?!!!
I suggest we form a raiding party of our own - we'll meet at midnight, under the Pirate flag.....
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Working class women lose your chains, middle class women your privileges.
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And greetings back to you, International Woman, in whichever time zone you are in!!!
Gillianian, how will we know which midnight you mean?!! The clocks here are bonging Twelve as i trype.....
nikki
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You trype, n-n? I wouldn't say so...
We're at 2205 here. Just time to find my trusty parrot, earrings, cutlass and thigh-high boots.
Arrrrrrhh, me hearties, let's keel-haul them Mod swabs!
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O Frances (86)... I moved directly from the thread on Paris fashion and I was just thinking how very hip that outfit is!
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morning all. the raiding party's clearly not back yet, but i suppose choc and liquorice for b'fast isn't so good.
i bring coffee and cereal (with dried apricots and prunes for those with a hardy stomach!) but have to dash as I'm already late for the office.
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Is it time to get up yet?
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You're two and a half hours late, Sid!
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Sid - ssshhhh - it's just a bad dream. Here, let me tuck you in again.... ;o)
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snore ...........................
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Frances O (77)
"Good poets have a weakness for weak puns", according to WH Auden.
(My dad used to say 'great minds')
Either way - I think it was a fabulous pun ...
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(78) Frances: thanks for that - wasn't familiar with that poem. Imagine a 'silver tassie'. Hmmmmm, perhaps best not...
(82) Makeitclear: checked it and it did make me laugh. Have responded and have also buried tenner for you in the sand, behind the naughty step.
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Sid, you are not a teenager so GET OUT OF BED!
Who fancies a bit of something for lunch?
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Srping is springing, you know.
So where's Edgie's thread asking for snowdrops, crocuses, minature daffodyls and hedgehogs waking up.
He could call it Green Shoot, Dead by Winter.
Good photies, though, mot just a ladybird on a dirty finger as Jo Brand had it.
(Though with the right number of spots that's be khustie, too).
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afternoon peeps. i'm tom dick today. i'm pretty sure it was something mrs diy cooked!
and i now know what it means when they say the world has dropped has dropped out of my bottom.
i will be in the hammock with the big red cross on it.
diy [|:-(
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Erm DiY Are you sure it wern't your beef vidapoo?
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stewart m 98, you may be right. in which case that may explain the ring of fire!
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Not sure what I blame yesterdays poorly Stomach on. I did'nt have a curry at the weekend. Perhaps thats why.
Px not turned up so Kettle on and a Pot of Tea Brewing.
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Lady Sue
...would that be the Tennyson who played Centre Forward for Preston North End (he was very clever, but did mainly Limericks)
The money's gone; you didn't tell anyone else did you...?
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makeitclear - a different Tennyson, I think. Re. the money ... not a soul knew. It's those darned tenner hunters.
DI_Wyman - sorry you're not well. Hope you're feeling tickety-poo tomorrow.
Oh, sorry, poor choice of words.
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Lady_Sue - Don't know if it is relevant or not but DIY told me he had found 10 squid on the beach.
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Horse! Brilliant! Mystery solved.
Would you like to celebrate by sharing a cocktail while watching the sun set?
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Talking of squid, I think I heard on the news recently that a woman in America had given birth to an octopus. Makes you think, doesn't it?
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Thank goodness for the Beach. It's been a stressful afternoon in RL and even the prospect of haggis for supper isn't raising my spirits.
... spirits ... there's an idea!
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Fifi: I LOVE haggis and haven't had any for years... could I possibly join you?
I'll bring lots of whiskey/whisky, wine and some Rabbie Burns.
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Sid - Odder still, that octopus had 16 arms!
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I have engaged a new firm of solicitors to handle me and Mrs Diy's affairs.....Phhaarrp, Barrff and sons!
A day of nothing but bread and water has eased the lower intestinal commotion!
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Hello, Gossymrs! (87) Thank you. I'm avoiding the ruffled shirt in case someone mistakes me for one of Adam Ant's entourage.
Sid (93), does that make you a brilliant poet?
Get well soon, all who need to. Is there a sick bay on the beach? Or is it just a few extra-comfy hammocks and a couple of extra-attentive nurses?
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Lady Sue (107) : There IS just a bit too much for the two of us, so pull up a plate and those interesting looking bottles and dig in.
But leave the Burns at home, please. We have plenty of it here if there's an emergency. Frankly, there are not many emergencies I can think of that would occasion my breaking out the Burns, other than an unexpected Burns Night gig requiring seasonal entertainment.
...More pepper?
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if i'm not too late, I'll tuck into a 'squid and octopus' haggis - never had a fishy one before, (there's a thought..)
..although a mighty hot curry does sound good too; maybe I'll double my chances and go for one of both (one of each?!), that, and a large bowl of prunes and cabbage should set me running
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DIY, Whilst this may get modded you should try the geordie Solicitors. Haddaway "&" Sh!te
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Can't sleep - so I've tidied up the bar and got the coffee on - plenty of hot water for tea as well. Croissants are warming in the oven - can't find the muesli anywhere.
Ooops - sorry, those pans do make a noise don't they??
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Morning, Sid, I'll have some tea thanks. Looks like my plans for finally tackling the allotment are being frustrated by the weather yet again, so I'll just settle down on the sand for a while and contemplate a different lot of water.
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*waves from the red cross hammock*
morning frogging peeps, i'll skip breakfast if you don't mind. iced water and that fizzy orange glucose drink are the only things that stay down / in!
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morning all, just home for a spot of lunch before running back to the office again - beans on toast with cheese on top. any takers?
later this evening i have a conversation session with my neighbour who is soon to take an english exam at school. not sure what topics we'll cover - any suggestions are welcome.
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Is there a blog prob?
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LR 117
...spelin?
...punkchewation?
...comfyhension?
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That naughty HTML gets everywhere, doesn't it!
Still, I'm feeling even more celebratory that last week, as not only do I have a Heineken Cup QF ticket, I also have an England vs BaaBaas ticket too! A case of Black Stump is behind the bar for later :-)
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DiY has that glucose drink helped you quantitative easing?
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Sid @ 120, I get that message too, and I don't know what it is about because my computer doesn't do HTML at all and never has, that was turned off right from the start so it wouldn't mess up my email.
Strange and wonderful are the ways of the blog, and there are some things that fish was not meant to know.
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ug.....hammock.....uhhh.....
zzzzzzzzzzzz
xx
u-u
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Hey nikki, wake up! I think you've overslept.
I've left fresh coffee on the bar and the kettle is boiling for tea.
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Thanks Anne. I could do with another coffee, having overslept in RL this morning, so I've been in "rush" mode ever since....
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In RL I am going to sack our Site Inspector who has tickets for Scotland vs Ireland and is going about with a smug grin on his face.
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Never mind horsey-worsey. Better luck in the Gold Cup, my money is on you. ;0)
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Mrs Eff - My connections decided it was too risky to have me steeplechasing any further and put me to stud a couple of years ago. It's a tough life but has its perks.
My money will be on Mikael D’Haguenet in the Ballymore Properties Novices' Hurdle today.
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Afternoon peeps. Thanks for the tip Horsey.
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Mind how you go horsey-worsey. Last year MrEffingham and I went to the races.
Riding the favourite at Cheltenham, the jockey was well ahead of the field. Suddenly he was hit on the head by a turkey and a string of sausages. Luckily he managed to keep control of his mount and pulled back into the lead, only to be struck by a box of Christmas crackers and a dozen mince pies as he went over the last fence.
With great skill he managed to steer the horse to the front of the field once more, when - all of a sudden - on the run in, he was struck on the head by a bottle of sherry and a Christmas pudding. this distracted him to be sure, and he succeeded in coming only second. We later found out that he went to the stewards to complain that he had been seriously hampered.
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Like Mrs. Eff, I rather thought you'd be at Cheltenham today, Horse.
All was quiet there as we drove by last night. Mind you, it was VERY late. "Still recovering from it" kind of late. Zzzzzz.......
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Big Sis - I hope you left Wales tidy.
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Cheltenham 2.05
1st 8 Mikael D'haguenet (FR) 5-2 F
Yeehaaa!
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TIH (127) my SO turned down tickets for the England-France game yesterday.
He's on a diet, so couldn't face going to Twickenham unable to eat or drink, and watch England lose . . .
BigSis - how was Wales? Get everything done?
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When I was wee, long ago, this was one of the real treats of any journey!
Altho insuredRemember, kiddo
They don't pay you
They pay
Your widow
Burma-Shave
A guy
Who drives
A car wide open
Is not thinkin'
He's just hopin'
Burma-Shave
Violets are blue
Roses are pink
On graves
Of those
Who drive and drink
Burma-Shave
;-)
ed
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PerfectlyPerky, console him by surprising him with a meal for four at your local Yankee Yucky fried chicken place!
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Stuck for something to do?
Then why not Post your comment
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'Stuck for sumfink to do', DIY (138)?
Yer avin' a larf, intcha!
* sets down tea-mug and dives back into bullet points, subheadings and the optimum distribution of quotations *
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All quiet just off the A46 then!
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well that has been quite some day in the office. All I had to do was read a couple of reports and feedback then get on with my own work. But not a paragraph went by without someone coming to ask for help. Including a call from my old job asking me to explain why their numbers didn't add up (and I had to patiently explain that they did).
Oh well glad it's over. Now for din dins. I'm thinking something on toast... need food fast!
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LR, try grilled Racing Pigeon!
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or a Whippet!
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I've sent in this week submission for the beach picture... it's a nice view of a walkway through some sand dunes with a just a hint of the sea in the distance. If they use it - I hope you like it. Got a nice one for next week lined up.... a view of the 'naughty step'
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morning all. coffee is a brewing and it's a strong lot for sure. a collection of cereals, yoghurts and fruits available on the bar. and picnic blankets are set up along the sand so we can munch and watch the beautiful sunrise.
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Thanks Little Red ...
zzzzzzzzzz
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Who nicked the egg-timer?
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Just returned from a little fishing trip. Sardine sandwiches anyone. No jokes about loaves and fishes please.
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What about a little speculation on Imperial Commander in the 2.40 at Cheltenham? Anybody mind if I use the phone behind the bar to talk to my bookmaker?
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s'long as you share the winnings, my four-legged friend ;)
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Yeehaa!
Cheltenham 2.40 Result
1st Imperial Commander (IRE) 6-1
(I've put a fiver in the post to you, Perky!)
Now what about a bet in the World Hurdle at 15.20 - can anything beat Kasbah Bliss? I think I'll go for an outside punt on Tazbar.
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TIH - wow, that was quick. Your fiver arrived before the race - do you have inside information? ;)
I can't resist hot cross buns any longer. Freshly toasted, they're on the bar, along with butter and strawberry jam.
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"can anything beat Kasbah Bliss?"
Yup - seems that a few other GGs can!
Anyway, you're still doing better than the Today programme tips.
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My brain in RL hurts.
Anyone know a cure for that?
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Fifi, my brain is hurting too.
Too much bad news in RL - all those shootings.
Try to concentrate on being "on the beach" - think Burt Lancaster in those trunks and that screen kiss...
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Fifi - I've just come here for that very reason. The cure? Don't know - so I'm falling back on the 'pour yourself a glass of Rioja' option - doesn't always work ...
I'm working myself up over social services ... I'll be thinking naughty thoughts to myself over on the naughty step ... come and join me - I have a case of Rioja!!
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Q: How long is an egg?
A: Don't know, someone's nicked my egg-timer.
[work in progress]
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fifi - the purple hammock's free so you can lay back with a cool drink. failing that I've previously found the unmarked pills in the bar's first aid box work wonders.
just don't operate heavy machinery.
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Little Red - the purple hammock's not as free as it looks (I have a very low profile) ...
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TIH- thanks for reminding me- a fiver due...
By the way, you seem rather more a 'mittent' horse these days!
Coat?
mollyxx
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I was thin five years ago.
Then I gave up smoking.
Call that two stone.
But I was also poor and doing a lot of exercise.
So I used to eat Morrison's sausages at 180 kcals per 100gms.
A pound of them a day. And another 1000 kcals of fruit, bread, veg, milk and cheese.
2,000 the lot.
I got fatter and fatter and fatter.
I thought it was all due to no nicotine.
Suddenly Morrison's change the kcal count on these damned sausages. They say now, that they are 360 kcals.
So for a year I'd been putting away an extra 1000 kcals a day.
I reckon in human terms that's probably 100 gms of fat.
Which gives me 365X100/1000 = the best part of 5 stone extra fat.
Which is exactly what I put on, thinking it was some metabolic change, some unknown post nicotine effect etc
In fact it was Morrison's getting their food descriptions wrong.
I felt too bloated to sue.
One sidelight was getting my ideal weight from Boots. My build, small medium large, made a heck of a difference.
Which was I, I wondered? Thin I looked slight, now massive.
I phoned them in Nottingham.
'It depends' I was told 'On how you feel'
I suddenly understood.
Morrison's must have asked the sausages themselves. Do you feel 180 kcals per 100 or 360 kcals per 100?
They all apparently felt the change at the same time.
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Molly (160) - I'm afraid it's due to the Cheltenham effect.
Tomorrow's tips by 11 am tomorrow.
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....moving on....
I've partaken considerably of Sid's rioja ... politely sidestepped SSB's sausage ... played 'in and out the purple hammock' (hope the bruises heal soon, Sid!) ... and taken a tentative lick at the unmarked tablets (hmmmm, strangely salty?) ... and at last am feeling less stressed and bug-eyed.
Aided and abetted by Paul Heiney and Billy Connolly, it must be said. And by a little black cat that isn't mine. And curry.
* sigh *
Thank you all. What would I do without you? Sarky comments to the contrary, I declare this community the bestest anywhere. Newsnight doesn't do this!!
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