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Noticed the other week that the external pipe that drains the kitchen sinks into the grid was broken so everytime I used them the water was just being dumped down the outside wall. No idea how it got broken or how long it has been like that. Also noticed that the gutters were all blocked with moss. Got a bloke in who put in a new pipe and cleaned all the gutters and down pipes - fifty-five quid. Which seemed pretty reasonable.
Except he says that the roof tiles are in a bad way and loads need replacing. Depending on how many need doing £200 to £300. :doh:
Told him to do the work obviously. He also suggested painting all the external brickwork with a protective coating, will prevent degradation and offer some insulation. Is that worth doing as well? I've seen those products advertised but always been sceptical.
walpurgis
01-12-2018, 09:28
That sounds very cheap for any roof work. Does he use a mini scaffold or just a ladder? The regs are getting tight on safety these days.
That sounds very cheap for any roof work. Does he use a mini scaffold or just a ladder? The regs are getting tight on safety these days.
No idea, he did all the guttering work whilst I was out.
rest of it is good value. I wouldnt paint the brick with those sealers. its inclined to cause internal damp as the brick cant breathe, unless you have an issue with moisture ingress
Agree with Grant - don't bother with the brick sealant, it's not that effective and IMO money ill spent.
Also is your roofer accredited? Does he know what he is talking about? There are a lot of cowboys out there who will tell you things need doing on your roof, knowing full well you are not going to go up a ladder to inspect the roof for yourself. In what way are they "in a bad way"? Are they cracked, or have they slipped? You should be able to see for yourself from the ground - borrow a pair of binoculars from a friend to have a good look.
Agree with Grant - don't bother with the brick sealant, it's not that effective and IMO money ill spent.
Also is your roofer accredited? Does he know what he is talking about? There are a lot of cowboys out there who will tell you things need doing on your roof, knowing full well you are not going to go up a ladder to inspect the roof for yourself. In what way are they "in a bad way"? Are they cracked, or have they slipped? You should be able to see for yourself from the ground - borrow a pair of binoculars from a friend to have a good look.
I trust the bloke and given there are a number of broken tiles laying in the yard (that were there before he started) he's probably right. He reckons about 40 need replacing but there could be more bad ones that are not visible. The tiles on the main roof are 117 years old and those on the kitchen and bathroom roofs are about 50 years old so it isn't that surprising some need replacing.
I trust the bloke and given there are a number of broken tiles laying in the yard (that were there before he started) he's probably right. He reckons about 40 need replacing but there could be more bad ones that are not visible. The tiles on the main roof are 117 years old and those on the kitchen and bathroom roofs are about 50 years old so it isn't that surprising some need replacing.
In that case £200 - £300 is a bargain, but if the tiles are very old and brittle, there's a good chance that 'good' ones will get broken whilst the faulty ones are replaced, so expect the costs to be the upper end of the quote.
Anyway get it all done now before winter and bad weather starts.
yes it is getting done, it was the brick work coating I was having my doubts about. Going to see what else he can get done for me too, might as well now I've found someone reliable. It's funny, now the house belongs to me rather than the bank I suddenly don't mind shelling out the money to fix it up.
walpurgis
01-12-2018, 13:41
If you have bare brick and not rendered walls, it's worth checking the pointing condition.
yup, do any dodgy pointing. you can do it yourself, or at least do the raking out and save a lot of money, if your into that...not a hard job. add a bit of plasticiser into the mix.. i used to use a lot... Hammer and cold chisel takes out the crap. wet it down before renewing as it sticks better. i used a tuck pointer trowel. and make a mortar board... you can make a board out of a bit of hardboard and a dowel screwed into it downwards. you then just line it up and push it in.. easy peasy..
Pigmy Pony
01-12-2018, 15:55
I agree with Grant and Barry, you don't want to be sealing in moisture, and also it will have absolutely no insulation properties. Pointing is defo the way to go if it's looking a bit ropey. You can buy extra thick grinding discs for small angle grinders that are good for raking out.
Roof repair costs will depend greatly on whether it's tiles or slates - tiles are about a quid each and quite easy to change, slates cost double that and are much more tricky. If they're clay Rosemary tiles I advise moving house :D Only kidding, but they can turn into a much bigger job.
Your mans prices seem very reasonable, so worth hanging on to him - we're a rare breed! :D
I think the tiles are slate. The pointing is okay it was done not long before I bought the place (one of the few things they did do). No way I'd be doing any of it myself though. I do enough work already. I'll tell him to forget about the brick coating though, thanks for the advice.
Pigmy Pony
01-12-2018, 16:22
A few years ago a lot of people were getting cavity wall insulation, and getting it free with grants. And this could cause all sorts of damp problems. Cavities are meant to breathe, and insulation can provide a 'bridge' between the outer and inner skins. One house we worked on a couple of years ago was plagued with damp patches on the outside walls, and we ended up getting a firm to take it out. Not cheap, but solved the problem.
Not saying this has anything to do with your house Martin, I just mention it because I'm bored.
not sure how to put this without hilarity, so will just say ive had mine redone fairly recently. it breaks down after time especialy it the wall gets a lot of weather. no damp in my house so cant comment on that but understand the process
No cavity wall here. No insulation of any kind. No damp course, no central heating. I put double glazing in not long after I moved in, it was like a living in a barn before that. And not one of those good barns like you see on Grand Designs, either.
Pigmy Pony
01-12-2018, 16:44
The information I have regarding cavity wall insulation is purely anecdotal - I've not seen it anywhere in print, so may not be widespread.
All the houses where my mate lives in Annbank near Ayr (all council and ex-council houses) have had insulation fitted to the outside of the wall, and rendered. Seems to work well, but like most things it'll be largely down to the skill and thoroughness of the installer. Lots of these in Preston have had to be removed. I heard the council caught a cold with that project.
walpurgis
01-12-2018, 16:50
I bet your place does have a DPC (damp proof course) of some sort Martin, even if it's only slate course. Or is it a converted seventeenth century barn? :)
Pigmy Pony
01-12-2018, 17:13
Them seventeenth century barns are ok if they include a buxom lady in a frilly skirt waiting in the loft for some rumpy-pumpy.
I bet your place does have a DPC (damp proof course) of some sort Martin, even if it's only slate course. Or is it a converted seventeenth century barn? :)
People I bought it off told me there was none. Even though they had the place completely renovated in 1973. All the electrics need doing as well at some point. Could probably sink ten grand into it and still not sort everything.
One would think there was something or it would have rotted. Probably as Geoff says a slate skirt
walpurgis
01-12-2018, 22:07
More trivial trivia. Another example of 'have people really got nothing better to do'! :rolleyes:
https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/celebrations-advent-calendar-sparks-fury-13671814
More trivial trivia. Another example of 'have people really got nothing better to do'! :rolleyes:
https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/celebrations-advent-calendar-sparks-fury-13671814
It is true though, bountys are crap. I've got a tub of celebrations here with bountys still in it from last Xmas.
I mean if you're going to buy a Mars advent calendar you deserve what you get. I made sure I got a Cadbury's advent calendar because I'm old and experienced in such things. It was only a quid and there's a chocolate behind every door. When I was little they were more expensive and there was only 1 chocolate behind the last door. Me and my brothers would have to draw lots for it.
And it was crap chocolate too, not even a proper brand. Not as bad as Caramac of course. But even so these youngsters don't know they're born.
Pigmy Pony
02-12-2018, 13:36
My daughter reckons I am the only person she knows who likes Bounties. That's fine with me, I'm going to rescue them from everyone's Celebrations tins this year. Honestly, what's wrong with the world?
And Caitlin, who has 'never been so disappointed in all her life', clearly has never had a one night stand with anyone from Chorley.
Admittedly Bounty bars aren't as good as I remember them being as a kid, when they came on a little cardboard raft. Although my favourite was always "Old Jamaica" which contained rum flavoured raisins. Now they were proper.
bounties? they the coconut bars... yup i like them. dont eat sweets now but used to like them... i like coconut
Pigmy Pony
02-12-2018, 14:08
Just rooted out a 454g bag of Celebrations which Anita had squirrelled away for Christmas, and as she's out of the house for an hour or two, I thought I'd have a quick count. 48 chocolates in total, 5 of which were bounties, plus one empty bounty wrapper, so clearly someone at the factory DOES like them. 5 out of 48 is no hardship, and an advent calendar with 1 out of 24 less so.
I say 5 out of 48 were bounties, as I've just scoffed them all. The bag is resealable, so it's now back in the cupboard, and I should be able to evade detection till the big day. Anyway, eating something no one else wants is no crime.
I think you've all forgotten that Bounties are the taste of Paradise. :(
Pigmy Pony
02-12-2018, 14:10
bounties? they the coconut bars... yup i like them. dont eat sweets now but used to like them... i like coconut
What are they like deep fried Grant? :D
What are they like deep fried Grant? :D
paradisical
Bounty -Tender Coconut -Yes Oddball loves Bounties and cant understand all the negative stuff on them :scratch:
However ,if you hate coconut !!
I made sure I got a Cadbury's advent calendar
I got a pork scratching advent calendar again, much prefer my favourite hairy savoury snack to chocolate.
Beobloke
03-12-2018, 15:52
I got a cheese advent calendar this year!
And what’s the fuss about Bounties - I bloody love ‘em!
I got a pork scratching advent calendar again, much prefer my favourite hairy savoury snack to chocolate.
What brand though?
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181203/9ff2501e800c82bab9d313af0ef45515.jpg
That's a quality calendar.
I mean if you're going to buy a Mars advent calendar you deserve what you get. I made sure I got a Cadbury's advent calendar because I'm old and experienced in such things. It was only a quid and there's a chocolate behind every door. When I was little they were more expensive and there was only 1 chocolate behind the last door. Me and my brothers would have to draw lots for it.
And it was crap chocolate too, not even a proper brand. Not as bad as Caramac of course. But even so these youngsters don't know they're born.
We never had advent calendars when we little. I've always assumed they were purely a Prod thing and that's why we didn't have them, but maybe our parents were just poor and kept the knowledge of such things from us.
The very worst chocolate is from the US. A workmate used to go there a lot and would bring back shedloads of it. Even though the office included many gannets, we never managed to finish it.
Never had one either tmk... if we did I dont remember it.
Pigmy Pony
03-12-2018, 18:53
No we never had them either. And I still don't. When it comes to chocolate to cardboard ratio, they take the piss even more than Easter eggs.
the choc on xmas eggs is super sweet, but i do like it.... I dont buy them tho; got to be firm and not give in to ones needs :eek: well not all of them
https://youtu.be/w0a-J0bYYIc
We never had advent calendars when we little. I've always assumed they were purely a Prod thing and that's why we didn't have them, but maybe our parents were just poor and kept the knowledge of such things from us.
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Suspect the latter. My mother is a fanatical Catholic and we always had an advent calendar going back as far a I can remember. Can't recall when chocolate started appearing in them, late 1970s?
Pigmy Pony
03-12-2018, 21:49
https://youtu.be/w0a-J0bYYIc
Thanks for that Ian, but she's not your usual Bounty-eater shape. On a slightly unrelated note, I once heard something about Marianne Faithful and Mars Bars. Anyone know anything about that?
The old Flake advert, and how it's 'girth' was handled by the wee girly in question, was much more interesting...:eyebrows:
Marco.
Thanks for that Ian, but she's not your usual Bounty-eater shape. On a slightly unrelated note, I once heard something about Marianne Faithful and Mars Bars. Anyone know anything about that?
Another rock 'n' roll legend :lol:
Story goes that when the fuzz busted Jagger for dope in the '60s, Maid Marianne was lying on the bed naked, completely off her nut - with a Mars bar up her lady bits and shouting 'Im a chocolate machine ... come an' get it !!'
Nic Roeg quoted it in the film 'Performance' ... when Chas arrives at Turner's house one early morning and there's a couple of Mars bars next to the milk on the front step :rofl:
She had a lot of problems inherited from her mum alas.
Pigmy Pony
04-12-2018, 17:45
I once saw a programme on Channel 4 about myth/legends, and one of the items was something to do with this Mars Bar thing. A glamour model 'road tested' various chocolate bars. Winner was the four finger KitKat.
Firebottle
04-12-2018, 18:23
Wide road?
Pigmy Pony
04-12-2018, 19:07
Wide road?
I imagine so, and probably no grassy verge (as is the fashion these days). I bet the KitKat was pre-frozen, in order to go the distance. Maybe it's my age, but I couldn't help thinking it was a terrible waste of good chocolate. I've just remembered, Curly Wurly was one of the other contenders - she can keep that.
I imagine so, and probably no grassy verge (as is the fashion these days). I bet the KitKat was pre-frozen, in order to go the distance. Maybe it's my age, but I couldn't help thinking it was a terrible waste of good chocolate. I've just remembered, Curly Wurly was one of the other contenders - she can keep that.
I should imagine the Curly Wurly tended to buckle in the middle !!??
walpurgis
04-12-2018, 23:30
A giant Toblerone should prove suitably stimulating. :D
Pigmy Pony
05-12-2018, 07:44
I'm sure they would work a treat, and as the peaks wear down she could rotate it 120 degrees for a fresh point. More peaks per inch in those days for her pleasure. Modern Toblerones are pathetic ;)
In a vain attempt to raise the tone of this conversation - I put up the Christmas tree and decorated it yesterday. Still can't yet get into the spirit of Christmas.
In a vain attempt to raise the tone of this conversation - I put up the Christmas tree and decorated it yesterday. Still can't yet get into the spirit of Christmas.
cant find mine, so may well not bother this year
Pigmy Pony
05-12-2018, 11:41
In a vain attempt to raise the tone of this conversation - I put up the Christmas tree and decorated it yesterday. Still can't yet get into the spirit of Christmas.
Probably because it's still three weeks away. I know the advertisers would have us believe it's upon us, just ignore them. Maybe a tipple of your favourite spirits will get you into the spirit.
Frazeur1
05-12-2018, 19:23
In a vain attempt to raise the tone of this conversation - I put up the Christmas tree and decorated it yesterday. Still can't yet get into the spirit of Christmas.
Spoil sport! :)
Spoil sport! :)
In the past I have visited certain entertainment venues in Bangkok, where I can tell you I've seen a lot more than chocolate bars being inserted in places they were not designed for. :D
Probably because it's still three weeks away. I know the advertisers would have us believe it's upon us, just ignore them. Maybe a tipple of your favourite spirits will get you into the spirit.
I start getting into it properly after Del's birthday on 13th December, which is when we put up the tree and make the house all nice and Christmassy... The feeling of getting into the Christmas spirit really kicks in though as soon as Del finishes work and is off for 2 weeks, which this year is 21st December - after which it's party time, and we start cracking open the booze and cooking all the lovely food we've bought!:partytime:
Marco.
In the past I have visited certain entertainment venues in Bangkok, where I can tell you I've seen a lot more than chocolate bars being inserted in places they were not designed for. :D
Anyone for a spot of pingpong?:eyebrows:
Marco.
In the past I have visited certain entertainment venues in Bangkok, where I can tell you I've seen a lot more than chocolate bars being inserted in places they were not designed for. :D
Sounds like the Reeperbahn in Hamburg:lol: But I wont get into that:stalks:
Pigmy Pony
06-12-2018, 07:44
In the past I have visited certain entertainment venues in Bangkok, where I can tell you I've seen a lot more than chocolate bars being inserted in places they were not designed for. :D
Sounds like a fab holiday, but did they have a waterpark? We'd need something to keep the grandkids entertained.
Pigmy Pony
06-12-2018, 07:54
I start getting into it properly after Del's birthday on 13th December, which is when we put up the tree and make the house all nice and Christmassy... The feeling of getting into the Christmas spirit really kicks in though as soon as Del finishes work and is off for 2 weeks, which this year is 21st December - after which it's party time, and we start cracking open the booze and cooking all the lovely food we've bought!:partytime:
Marco.
Yes I think that is plenty early enough - we would normally do the tree etc. about a week to ten days before, and take it all down on the twelfth night. I personally would de-trim sooner than that as I think after New Year is over it all starts to look a bit untidy.
On an unrelated note, my great love and best friend Mrs. Pony turns 50 today, and as a special treat I'm going to give her 24 hours of not taking the mickey out of everything she says and does - it's going to be a long day :eek:
Yes I think that is plenty early enough - we would normally do the tree etc. about a week to ten days before, and take it all down on the twelfth night. I personally would de-trim sooner than that as I think after New Year is over it all starts to look a bit untidy.
On an unrelated note, my great love and best friend Mrs. Pony turns 50 today, and as a special treat I'm going to give her 24 hours of not taking the mickey out of everything she says and does - it's going to be a long day :eek:
Happy birthday mrs P... i remember being 50... was a shock to the system:D
Sounds like a fab holiday, but did they have a waterpark? We'd need something to keep the grandkids entertained.
I think they have a petting zoo. Or something similar.
Pigmy Pony
06-12-2018, 08:44
I think they have a petting zoo. Or something similar.
I've heard about that petting zoo - they had Gary Glitter dressed like Johnny Morris.
Firebottle
06-12-2018, 08:49
..... as a special treat I'm going to give her 24 hours of not taking the mickey out of everything she says and does - it's going to be a long day :eek:
Good luck with that Steve. Happy birthday to Mrs. P and give her our regards :cool:
Pigmy Pony
06-12-2018, 09:08
Thanks guys, I will certainly pass on your good wishes.
I haven't actually bought her anything yet, apart from a blu ray box set of the last two Jurassic World films. My funds wouldn't stretch to a new phono stage for her turntable which is what she'd really like - might get her one in the spring just as soon as you (Alan) get round to making it :D
I am going to go shopping with her on Saturday, probably Shrewsbury (as per Marco's recommendation) and she can find something nice there. I've managed to secretly save about £100 to add to whatever she chooses, and if she wants to spend an hour or two in Shrewsburys excellent looking record shops, who am I to stop her?
Audio Al
06-12-2018, 09:26
Happy Birthday Mrs PP :birthday:
Pigmy Pony
06-12-2018, 09:31
Thanks Allen, she'll be so chuffed with these good wishes when she finally gets her lazy arse out of her pit - I may even make her a brew without being asked.
Anyone know of trusty snow dance ?https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181206/de24cf6bf942b4086d92f049515ff452.jpg
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Ninanina
08-12-2018, 19:05
Reckon I will be spending most of the time at Southampton Hospital over Christmas as Colin is not well at the moment.. nightmare..
I've made my 'contribution' to AoS but it's not showing for some reason ;)
walpurgis
08-12-2018, 19:15
Sorry to hear that Bev. I hope Colin feels better soon.
Reckon I will be spending most of the time at Southampton Hospital over Christmas as Colin is not well at the moment.. nightmare..
I've made my 'contribution' to AoS but it's not showing for some reason ;)
Sorry to hear that Bev - thought you had been a bit quiet recently.
I think I can speak for all of us here in wishing Colin a speedy recovery for the New Year at least.
Try to have a good one yourself (and I'll mention the lack of a contributor's badge to Admin).
Ninanina
08-12-2018, 19:25
Thanks for your comments, I really appreciate it :)
We have spent most days at the hospital over the last few weeks and that looks to continue for the foreseeable
Colin was given 3-5 years some 18 years ago so he's done well, he's such a fighter, but it is really stressful at the moment
Ninanina
08-12-2018, 19:28
Thanks for the AoS Supporter badge :)
I guess when we feel flushed we can contribute again ;)
Ninanina
08-12-2018, 19:35
Got myself an Australian cowboy hat... :eek:
http://i.imgur.com/Z3PBbAS.jpg (https://imgur.com/Z3PBbAS)
And a new tv... it's like being in a cinema at home now... :doh:
Just trying to forget about what's going on at the moment I think..
Sorry to hear that Bev - thought you had been a bit quiet recently.
I think I can speak for all of us here in wishing Colin a speedy recovery for the New Year at least.
Try to have a good one yourself (and I'll mention the lack of a contributor's badge to Admin).
+1 and badge sorted! Sorry to hear of your woes, Bev, and hope that you and Colin can have a nice Christmas:)
Marco.
Ninanina
08-12-2018, 19:40
+1 and badge sorted! Sorry to hear of your woes, Bev, and hope that you and Colin can have a nice Christmas:)
Marco.
Thanks Marco...
Christmas will go ahead whatever... Actually we are both quite looking forward to it to be honest
Luckily we are both quite positive people even with what is happening at the moment with Colin... :)
Ninanina
08-12-2018, 22:29
The new big smart tv is amazing, I'm really impressed with my new Samsung
I've never really been 'into' films before but as I've got a free month trial of Netflix I've been enjoying some 'classic' films I've not seen for years and as I'm a Amazon Prime member I've also used Amazon Prime tv as well
Spectral Morn
08-12-2018, 22:41
Very sorry to hear all of that Bev, best wishes for you both.
Ninanina
08-12-2018, 22:45
Very sorry to hear all of that Bev, best wishes for you both.
Thank you so much Neil, I really appreciate it..
These things are sent to test us... :(
Ninanina
09-12-2018, 01:17
Love my new AoS Supporter badge... :D
Maybe I should contribute some more... It's for a good cause ;)
Pigmy Pony
09-12-2018, 16:18
The new big smart tv is amazing, I'm really impressed with my new Samsung
I've never really been 'into' films before but as I've got a free month trial of Netflix I've been enjoying some 'classic' films I've not seen for years and as I'm a Amazon Prime member I've also used Amazon Prime tv as well
May I suggest the 'Crocodile Dundee' boxset? You can wear your new hat while watching it - make you feel you're actually there.:)
Frazeur1
11-12-2018, 17:03
And don't forget the knife! Hope Colin gets better soon! Have a great Christmas Bev!
walpurgis
15-12-2018, 11:21
Right. I'm going to have a swift stock up of essentials from the supermarket on Tuesday, then avoid the shops for the rest of the week as I detest the xmas madness with jam packed shops and everybody acting like headless chickens!
spendorman
15-12-2018, 11:47
Right. I'm going to have a swift stock up of essentials from the supermarket on Tuesday, then avoid the shops for the rest of the week as I detest the xmas madness with jam packed shops and everybody acting like headless chickens!
Good plan, I hate the Christmas madness too.
I'll go tomorrow when the temperature has warmed up. Try and get enough for the week so I don't have to go back until after Boxing Day. Supermarkets are hell on earth at the best of times let alone the week before Xmas and they're getting worse. I think I might start ordering on line and getting it delivered.
having hurt my good hip, i decided to get a delivery today. let my fingers do the walking:D
Right. I'm going to have a swift stock up of essentials from the supermarket on Tuesday, then avoid the shops for the rest of the week as I detest the xmas madness with jam packed shops and everybody acting like headless chickens!
You're retired, so can go at the quietest times and avoid the worst of that pish... At this time of the year the earlier in the morning, the better for supermarkets. Tuesday will likely be a good day, say around 7am. Bet you there won't be many "headless chickens" around then!;)
We're pretty much sorted now, aside from collecting the goose from the butcher, which we usually do early doors on Xmas eve (8am), and all the veg for Xmas lunch, and which we buy from the farmers market the same morning, so that everything is as fresh as possible for the big day:cool:
Marco.
I think I might start ordering on line and getting it delivered.
Got a delivery slot reserved on the 23rd & I just add stuff to the basket as I think of it (or remove items if they've been sourced elsewhere as in I actually got off my arse & went to the shops. I've now got a Lidls at the end of my road which is very convenient to pop into for the odd bits).
spendorman
19-12-2018, 05:49
Lovely fresh veggies at bargain prices in Tesco yesterday, 2.5Kg potatoes for 19p, bag of Brussels sprouts 29p, bag of parsnips 29p, Cauliflower (v nice one) 29p. Probably going to Lidl today, may find they have similar offers.
This year we will be spending Christmas in London. The Turkish owned supermarket on the corner is open 24/7/365. They offer the widest range of fresh fruit and vegetables imaginable. All of it is very good quality and reasonably priced. :)
walpurgis
19-12-2018, 14:53
Hilarious row going on in the House of Commons at the moment. Jeremy Corbyn accused of calling Mrs May a "stupid woman". He muttered it after she'd been speaking and the cameras caught it. Nobody heard what he said and he claims to have said "stupid people", but I can lipread and know he is as guilty as hell. I doubt he really gives a toss anyway! (and he was right :))
Pigmy Pony
19-12-2018, 18:41
Hilarious row going on in the House of Commons at the moment. Jeremy Corbyn accused of calling Mrs May a "stupid woman". He muttered it after she'd been speaking and the cameras caught it. Nobody heard what he said and he claims to have said "stupid people", but I can lipread and know he is as guilty as hell. I doubt he really gives a toss anyway! (and he was right :))
Granada News have just brought on a deaf guy to view the footage, and he stated that Corbyn definitely said "stupid woman".
Audio Al
19-12-2018, 19:10
Do We still have freedom of speech ? if thats what he said why not admit it ,
We are all entitled to an opinion :santa:
Pigmy Pony
20-12-2018, 08:14
Problem was that he used the word "woman" without first checking that he was using the appropriate gender.
Granada News have just brought on a deaf guy to view the footage, and he stated that Corbyn definitely said "stupid woman".
What's the problem? He's only telling the truth, she's an incompetent old bint. Bet he felt like saying a LOT more!!
Marco.
spendorman
20-12-2018, 08:28
What's the problem? He's only telling the truth, she's an incompetent old bint. Bet he felt like saying a LOT more!!
Marco.
She's 5 years younger than me! Blimey, I'm old.
Lol - you wear it better though, Alex...
Marco.
Pigmy Pony
20-12-2018, 08:32
What's the problem? He's only telling the truth, she's an incompetent old bint. Bet he felt like saying a LOT more!!
Marco.
He should also have asked why her arms are always too long for her sleeves. That would make the lip reader earn his keep.
spendorman
20-12-2018, 08:33
Lol - you wear it better though, Alex...
Marco.
Thank you. Actually, some people still call me "young man"
He should also have asked why her arms are always too long for her sleeves. That would make the lip reader earn his keep.
Doesn't seem to have hindered her dancing, though...
https://imageshack.com/a/img922/496/Ml1Sd6.gif
Marco.
Pigmy Pony
20-12-2018, 18:07
Me and Mrs. P are off to a pub quiz shortly. I have mixed feelings about this - I don't mind thinking of myself as a bit thick, but this will make it "official". First prize is four free pints of a beer of your choice, but I won't let it change me.
Wish me luck.
We had a quiz at work about the history of the 'Children In Need' telethon. I've never ever seen it. There were only 7 entries and I still came last. Most of the answers were people I'd never heard of.
Me and Mrs. P are off to a pub quiz shortly. I have mixed feelings about this - I don't mind thinking of myself as a bit thick, but this will make it "official". First prize is four free pints of a beer of your choice, but I won't let it change me.
Wish me luck. Feeling nervous for you mate. But as someone once said just Be The Best You Can Be !
Pigmy Pony
20-12-2018, 21:27
Me and Mrs. P are off to a pub quiz shortly. I have mixed feelings about this - I don't mind thinking of myself as a bit thick, but this will make it "official". First prize is four free pints of a beer of your choice, but I won't let it change me.
Wish me luck.
Well that post was a waste of time - Mrs. Pony bottled it, saying she was too tired to be bothered, so we didn't go. I think she just didn't want me to embarrass her.
Anyway, the questions were all Christmas related, so I know it would have been bad.
walpurgis
21-12-2018, 18:24
There seem to be a lot of young women about named 'Skylar' these days. What I want to know, is why they keep leaving the 'K' off the end?
Pigmy Pony
21-12-2018, 18:45
I remember Eric Idle being unable to say the letter "C", but he was ok with "K". (Khaki, kettle, Kipling, Kuwait, King's Bollege Bambridge).
Pigmy Pony
22-12-2018, 09:30
£76 million lottery winner only discovered his winning ticket six weeks after the draw - he must be really gutted about missing the Black Friday sales :(
£76 million lottery winner only discovered his winning ticket six weeks after the draw - he must be really gutted about missing the Black Friday sales :(
Not only that but he's let everyone know he's won. If he was a mate of mine I'd be expecting a Ferrari as an xmas present. At the very least.
walpurgis
22-12-2018, 09:52
If it was me winning £76 million, I'd keep very quiet about it.
Damn straight! I wouldn't tell a soul.
Yeah, and you might even have a chance then with Lindsay Lohan;)
Marco.
Pigmy Pony
22-12-2018, 10:11
Anita and me are agreed that we would have kept £1.6 million, and given the rest away - mortgages paid off for all friends and family, and a nice system upgrade for all you lot! (she didn't actually agree to that last bit).
Still, my point is that I don't want all that money, just make me a target for scammers, kidnappers and scroungers. On second thoughts I may keep back enough to buy an island somewhere warm, with a few surface to air missiles to keep the cold callers away.
Pigmy Pony
22-12-2018, 10:15
Yeah, and you might even have a chance then with Lindsay Lohan;)
Marco.
We're only talking about £76 million, and Lindsay does have standards you know.
Anita and me are agreed that we would have kept £1.6 million, and given the rest away - mortgages paid off for all friends and family, and a nice system upgrade for all you lot! (she didn't actually agree to that last bit).
Still, my point is that I don't want all that money, just make me a target for scammers, kidnappers and scroungers. On second thoughts I may keep back enough to buy an island somewhere warm, with a few surface to air missiles to keep the cold callers away.
What about the cost of installing a bespoke sewerage system, to handle all your little, and not so little, 'torpedoes'? Just think, you could finally retire that old plunger - and I'm not talking about Anita!:eyebrows:
Marco.
We're only talking about £76 million, and Lindsay does have standards you know.
Yeah, one shopping trip in LA would likely wipe out that little lot!
Marco.
Pigmy Pony
22-12-2018, 10:27
What about the cost of installing a bespoke sewerage system. to handle all your little, and not so little, 'torpedoes'? Just think, you could finally retire that old plunger - and I'm not talking about Anita!:eyebrows:
Marco.
I would save those 'little torpedoes', dry them and use them as ammo.
Looking at the price of surface-to-air missiles on Amazon, I think I may have to lower my sights, literally. I saw some film footage of the US Coastguard warning the drug smugglers to move to the front of their boat before shooting out their engine. Something with enough welly to do that would be great fun.
walpurgis
22-12-2018, 10:42
Broke people tend to lose all sense of proportion (assuming they had any) when they come into big money. Down to short sightedness and ignorance mostly I guess.
The last thing I'd do is buy a stable of flash cars and a huge fancy home. Might go for a new pair of slippers though! :lol:
Pigmy Pony
22-12-2018, 11:06
I have some experience of 'winning big', and the satisfaction that comes from sharing your wealth.
I once won a really big Christmas cake in a raffle, and rather than scoff the lot myself, I shared it with all my relatives. That was a smashing Christmas, knowing I had brought joy to those less fortunate.
Better to give than to receive, as they say in prison.
I won a raffle at work, had to pick an envelope to see what I had got, turned out to be a tin of biscuits. Then, in a Bullseye-style 'look what you could have won' moment, the star prize was revealed to be permission to knock off three hours early. Gutted.
I won a raffle at work, had to pick an envelope to see what I had got, turned out to be a tin of biscuits. Then, in a Bullseye-style 'look what you could have won' moment, the star prize was revealed to be permission to knock off three hours early. Gutted.
better with the biccies
Pigmy Pony
22-12-2018, 11:40
If the biscuits were Crawfords Rover Assortment from the 80's, the empty tins are now worth about 12 quid. No need to be too disappointed if you saved the tin.
They were M&S Belgian chocolate biscuits so can't complain although I'd rather have had a box of Peek Frean's Trotsky Assortment.
They were M&S Belgian chocolate biscuits so can't complain although I'd rather have had a box of Peek Frean's Trotsky Assortment.
they are super. my sis gets me a box every year
Pigmy Pony
22-12-2018, 12:07
After some extensive research, it would appear that most biscuit names sound better when said in an Alan Bennett voice.
After some extensive research, it would appear that most biscuit names sound better when said in an Alan Bennett voice.
:lol:
I remember Eric Idle being unable to say the letter "C", but he was ok with "K". (Khaki, kettle, Kipling, Kuwait, King's Bollege Bambridge).
What a silly bunt
Pigmy Pony
22-12-2018, 15:11
What a silly bunt
:D Like James Borden (or is that Bored 'em?)
:D Like James Borden (or is that Bored 'em?)
And Jimmy Barr and Mibhael Mbintire, they all deserve universal contempt.
Pigmy Pony
22-12-2018, 16:33
Especially Mbintire, someone ought to shave his head. Then put it in a microwave.
walpurgis
22-12-2018, 16:38
Especially Mbintire, someone ought to shave his head. Then put it in a microwave.
Bit awkward if he's still attached to it though.
If it was me winning £76 million, I'd keep very quiet about it.
Which reminds me if the old joke about the Scottish couple winning the Lottery.
'But Hamish' the woman says 'whit shall we do aboot a' the beggin' letters?' 'Keep writin' em!' her husband replies.
NB. I am (half) Scottish so am allowed to make stereotypical jokes about Scottish people.
Which reminds me if the old joke about the Scottish couple winning the Lottery.
'But Hamish' the woman says 'whit shall we do aboot a' the beggin' letters?' 'Keep writin' em!' her husband replies.
NB. I am (half) Scottish so am allowed to make stereotypical jokes about Scottish people.
Then you should know that the above should be 'dae'...;)
Marco.
After some extensive research, it would appear that most biscuit names sound better when said in an Alan Bennett voice.
I used to like the Eccles cake sketch with Thora Hird and Alan Bennet on the radio 4 impressionist show ?( prog name escapes me ). Lives near me in primrose hill
feel like knocking on his door one day to see if he s got any onboard ( Eccles cakes that is ) and also just to hear an original Lancastrian accent.
Strange after all these years in London he still talks like a northerner.
Just been down to Sainsbury's - knew it was trouble when I saw how full the car park was. Just insane, hardly any way to move down the aisles the place was that full. Fortunately they had all the checkouts manned so got served pretty quick which was unexpected (as usual there was a massive queue of people waiting to use the self-checkout). There was even some money left in the cash machine! No apple danishes left though, again as per usual.:rolleyes:
Anyway as far as xmas goes you can put a fork in me cause I'm done. Still got to go into work tomorrow but should get away a bit earlier than normal then not back in until 3rd Jan. Happy days.
Was going to go out first thing and beat crowds for a few things, but i was unable to make toilet without crying like a little girl, so thought better of it.[emoji23]
Pigmy Pony
23-12-2018, 14:33
Bloody hell Grant, sorry to hear that, and you being teetotal anorl! Hope it improves soon :)
cheers, yeah ive added to my woes somehow... once medicated and sitting/walking about for a few hrs its bearable...:)
Just been down to Sainsbury's - knew it was trouble when I saw how full the car park was. Just insane, hardly any way to move down the aisles the place was that full. Fortunately they had all the checkouts manned so got served pretty quick which was unexpected (as usual there was a massive queue of people waiting to use the self-checkout). There was even some money left in the cash machine! No apple danishes left though, again as per usual.:rolleyes:
Anyway as far as xmas goes you can put a fork in me cause I'm done. Still got to go into work tomorrow but should get away a bit earlier than normal then not back in until 3rd Jan. Happy days.
Lol - well you will insist on waiting until the last minute!:doh::eyebrows:
Enjoy your break:cool:
Marco.
Lol - well you will insist on waiting until the last minute!:doh::eyebrows:
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I know, just needed a few last-minute things I forgot to get last week. When I go I know what I intend to get but then when I get in there that knowledge disappears from my brain and I wander about aimlessly, buy a few things and leave. Then as soon as I get home I immediatley remember the things I intended to get and realise I haven't got them. I'm the same in record shops.
Make a shopping list before you go, then consult the list? Shimplesh:eyebrows:
Marco.
Make a list? I bet you were the sort of schoolboy who had all his felt tip pens arranged from darkest to lightest too. I was the sort who couldn't remember what I'd done with them after I'd had them last.
Haha... I'm just organised!:D
Marco.
Just had my Christmas grocery delivery from Tesco. I've got to know most of the drivers over the years so I do get looked after a little. The guy today was very early but they Know I don't mind. Almost everything I ordered was there with a couple of substitutions which were ok. There has been some very strange substitutions in the past though, one time I ordered blue lavatory cleaner and on delivery day it was out of stock so they sent...….blueberries. Anyway that's it, I'm all done, pressies bought and distributed, groceries stocked up and a Christmas project to make and replace all my interconnects with new cable and plugs. Merry Christmas to you all.:christmas:
and a Christmas project to make and replace all my interconnects with new cable and plugs. Merry Christmas to you all.:christmas:
Merry xmas to you too Ian.
Then you should know that the above should be 'dae'...;)
Marco.
But I'm only half Scottish. The 'do' was from the English/Irish half.
Just been down to Sainsbury's - knew it was trouble when I saw how full the car park was. Just insane, hardly any way to move down the aisles the place was that full. Fortunately they had all the checkouts manned so got served pretty quick which was unexpected (as usual there was a massive queue of people waiting to use the self-checkout). There was even some money left in the cash machine! No apple danishes left though, again as per usual.:rolleyes:
Anyway as far as xmas goes you can put a fork in me cause I'm done. Still got to go into work tomorrow but should get away a bit earlier than normal then not back in until 3rd Jan. Happy days.
Traditional 'stuff we/I forgot' last minute shop this morning, Nothing obvious: mouthwash, tomatoes, satsumas. Well, OK satsumas are obvious, but I thought we had enough in stock (as opposed to in stocking) then realised we were down to the last four. Not too frantic in our local Sainsbury's, but then it never is. I met one of the university lecturers there, who was staring in a zombie-like way at a jar of pickle.
But I'm only half Scottish. The 'do' was from the English/Irish half.
I'll let you off, then.
Marco.
I'll let you off, then.
Marco.
not frae auchenshuggle it seems:D
Traditional 'stuff we/I forgot' last minute shop this morning, Nothing obvious: mouthwash, tomatoes, satsumas. Well, OK satsumas are obvious, but I thought we had enough in stock (as opposed to in stocking) then realised we were down to the last four. Not too frantic in our local Sainsbury's, but then it never is. I met one of the university lecturers there, who was staring in a zombie-like way at a jar of pickle.
We're already for Christmas.
Plenty of shops open today (Sunday) where we are in London, and being a somewhat cosmopolitan area there are plenty of Middle Eastern and Asian shops that will be open over the festive season. There is a Turkish supermarket about 100m away that is open 24/7/365, that is, it never shuts and sells a fine and wide range of fruit and vegetables at reasonable price. In fact they sell everything apart from (obviously) alcohol and pork-based items - but the Indian shops sell those.
Anyway, wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas and a peaceful New Year.
Pigmy Pony
24-12-2018, 06:20
Make a list? I bet you were the sort of schoolboy who had all his felt tip pens arranged from darkest to lightest too. I was the sort who couldn't remember what I'd done with them after I'd had them last.
And his gloves joined by a long piece of string so he wouldn't lose one :D
Yesh, and my clothes also had labels with my name sewn on:eyebrows:
Just off to the farmer's market in Chester to collect the goose, for tomorrow, and get all the veg!:carrot:
Marco.
spendorman
24-12-2018, 07:23
Yesh, and my clothes also had labels with my name sewn on:eyebrows:
Marco.
My socks have labels sewn on, marked L and R
My socks have labels sewn on, marked L and R
mine have too
spendorman
24-12-2018, 07:46
mine have too
I have an odd pair of socks, strangely, I have another pair that are identical.
Just off to the farmer's market in Chester to collect the goose, :
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You got sauce for that thing?
managed a trip to morrisons... was busyish even at 8 am. car was solid ice; neighbour kindly scraped it for me.
walpurgis
24-12-2018, 09:31
The dog is up to its usual tricks. Does an enormous fart, stinks the place out and wanders off looking horrified, as though somebody else was to blame! :rolleyes:
The dog is up to its usual tricks. Does an enormous fart, stinks the place out and wanders off looking horrified, as though somebody else was to blame! :rolleyes:
wonder where she learned that trick from ;)
Pigmy Pony
24-12-2018, 09:57
Just had my Christmas grocery delivery from Tesco. I've got to know most of the drivers over the years so I do get looked after a little. The guy today was very early but they Know I don't mind. Almost everything I ordered was there with a couple of substitutions which were ok. There has been some very strange substitutions in the past though, one time I ordered blue lavatory cleaner and on delivery day it was out of stock so they sent...….blueberries. Anyway that's it, I'm all done, pressies bought and distributed, groceries stocked up and a Christmas project to make and replace all my interconnects with new cable and plugs. Merry Christmas to you all.:christmas:
Merry Christmas Ian, to Mia and your good self :santa:
We just bought a new cat bed for Alice, as for some reason she has disowned her old one.
I put it on the sofa, and next it an old hifi mag I was perusing. She stepped around the bed, and settled on the magazine. I really don't know what goes on in her head. The mag was open at a review for a Krell Duo 300 power amp. Next time she came over I had it open at an advert for Russ Andrews' products, but she couldn't settle. So it's back to Krell :)
mine have too
I thought you wore tights?:D
Marco.
You got sauce for that thing?
Que?:hmm:
Marco.
I thought you wore tights?:D
Marco.
stockings now:eyebrows:
:kiss::booty:
Marco.
just wants into me panties :ner:
spendorman
24-12-2018, 11:37
Going to a neighbour and friend tomorrow for Christmas dinner. Just cooking some red cabbage to take with, tasted it, coming along nicely. Red cabbage, onion, garlic, ginger, wine vinegar, port, cinnamon, salt pepper, soft brown sugar, raisins, apple, maple syrup, just a little.
cooking oatmeal stuffing to take to my daughters. Old family recipe, which may die out with me as im only one left that seems to be able to make it right, sadly.
Baking oatmeal, suet, onion, marg or butter, salt and pepper. cook in a stoneware bowl in a pan of water. simmer gently for 2 to 2 1/2hrs, with a tinfoil hat over stone bowl and a pan lid 3/4 on... stir after 1 1/2hrs and adj etc....start in microwave for a couple of mins to melt suet and dollop of butter; adjust there for desired gloop, it should stick together but not too much.
tastes superb with a turkey dinner or similar. goes solid when cold, so dont try and mess with it or your likely to bust the stoneware. just reheat in microwave...
pic to follow
spendorman
24-12-2018, 12:05
Is this it?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7buhAOWbKXk
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Skirlie is similar but not the same or as good.
just tasted it...goodness its perfect:eek:
Looks good, mate:thumbsup:
We're doing Jamie's pork & cider one, which we watched on TV the other night: https://www.jamieoliver.com/recipes/pork-recipes/pork-cider-stuffing/
...to have with one of these chaps, which blows turkey into the weeds: https://www.gressinghamduck.co.uk/recipes/traditional-roast-goose
Hope you have a lovely day with your family:)
Marco.
already made pork sausagemeat, sage, onion and apple one too. they picked that up yesterday as i froze it after making. it was lovely too..:)
Yesh, and my clothes also had labels with my name sewn on:eyebrows:
Just off to the farmer's market in Chester to collect the goose, for tomorrow, and get all the veg!:carrot:
Marco.. How would you compare Turkey v Goose Marco ?. Is it similar ?, maybe like to try Goose one day.
. How would you compare Turkey v Goose Marco ?. Is it similar ?, maybe like to try Goose one day.
Goose tastes more like (very good) duck, and produces dark, rather than white meat, but is also a little sweeter and has a slight gamey flavour all of its own. Properly cooked [essential to render down the copious quantities of fat generated, so that the meat is nicely moist but not greasy], and wrapped in smoked streaky bacon or pancetta, before roasting, it's utterly delicious!
It's knocks turkey into a cocked hat. Much more moist and flavourful, but it helps if you like bones, not just breast meat. In that respect, 'turkey crowns' are my bête noire, so dry, bland and boring!:rolleyes:
However... If you decide to 'go goose', *do not* buy one from a supermarket, as it'll be grossly inferior to the real thing. You MUST get it from a proper butcher, who will source it from a local farm - or even better - if you know of a farm near you that sells geese, direct to the public, then buy it there.
Best of all, is that the goose fat makes wonderful roast potatoes!:)
Marco.
already made pork sausagemeat, sage, onion and apple one too. they picked that up yesterday as i froze it after making. it was lovely too..:)
Nice one, mate. What the menu then for tomorrow then, and will you be involved in any of the cooking - or are you just going to enjoy the opportunity of being served for a change?;)
Marco.
nope, ive done my bit;) turkey broth soup then turkey with all the trimmings. choice of a couple of desserts..i might have both:eyebrows: may be other things but im not a big eater so will depend on room. i gave them a bottle of red wine but i wont be imbibing... water probably
Nice one, apart from the lack of alcohol... Couldn't you just treat yourself to one glass of red or a wee whisky, since it's Christmas?:)
Oh, and who's in charge of the gravy? A VITAL ingredient in any 'roast dinner'! :exactly:
Please don't tell me it'll be 'sponsored by Bisto'...:whistle:
Marco.
Nice one, apart from the lack of alcohol... Couldn't you just treat yourself to one glass of red or a wee whisky, since it's Christmas?:)
Oh, and who's in charge of the gravy? A VITAL ingredient in any 'roast dinner'! :exactly:
Please don't tell me it'll be 'sponsored by Bisto'...:whistle:
Marco.
no, Bob will be making homemade gravy as usual... he's a fan of the young lad you mentioned. he's a good cook, as is Angela, although Bob is better.
As for booze, I could and was offered a lift etc but im happy without it and dont want to start again at moment anyway.
no, Bob will be making homemade gravy as usual... he's a fan of the young lad you mentioned. he's a good cook, as is Angela, although Bob is better.
As for booze, I could and was offered a lift etc but im happy without it and dont want to start again at moment anyway.
No worries, and glad to hear that the gravy will be properly made, which 'Bisto' is an affront to!:doh:
Tomorrow's menu, chez-moi:
Homemade cocktails and assorted canapés
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Smoked pressed chicken terrine with mustard and honey, accompanied by thin strips of smoked Highland venison, with a fresh watercress salad and chive and crème fraîche dressing
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Free-range roast Gressingham goose, wrapped in Herefordshire streaky bacon, with a homemade pork, sage and cider stuffing, all the trimmings, and served with a rich port wine and redcurrant gravy.
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Baked Comice pears with ricotta and Amaretti biscuits
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Small cheeseboard (consisting of various Welsh varieties) with artisan crackers
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Freshly ground Mocha coffee and petits fours
Wines:
Tavel Rosé Les Lauzeraies 2016
Fontanafredda Langhe Nebbiolo 2005
Châteauneuf du Pape, Domaine du Père Caboche Rouge 2015
Tokaji Aszu Puttonyos, Chateau Dereszla.
Marco.
That all sounds delicious Marco. How many are you catering for?, there'll be 11 of us :eek:
That all sounds delicious Marco. How many are you catering for?, there'll be 11 of us :eek:
thats just marco's helping :eek:
Beobloke
24-12-2018, 16:27
It's knocks turkey into a cocked hat. Much more moist and flavourful, but it helps if you like bones, not just breast meat. In that respect, 'turkey crowns' are my bête noire, so dry, bland and boring!:rolleyes:
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Whilst I haven’t ever tried goose (but would like to), I have to take issue with this. If your turkey really is ‘bland and boring’, then you’ve either got a crap turkey or you’re not cooking it properly!
We had the full Christmas dinner with my family last weekend and the turkey was stunning. Even the breast was as moist as a moist thing that had been well lubricated!
That all sounds delicious Marco. How many are you catering for?, there'll be 11 of us :eek:
Lol... Might need two sittings, then! We're catering for four:)
What will you be having Roy-boy?:cool:
Marco.
Whilst I haven’t ever tried goose (but would like to), I have to take issue with this. If your turkey really is ‘bland and boring’, then you’ve either got a crap turkey or you’re not cooking it properly!
"Bland and boring" compared with Goose! When you've tried a good goose, Adam, you'll know where I'm coming from;)
I do agree though, that a good free-range turkey is excellent (we've had many over the years), but as I said, cooked right, goose knocks it into a cocked hat. The "bland and boring" comment was aimed at turkey crowns, which really are bland and boring, as there's no juicy leg meat, which is where all the flavour is!!
You can't beat meat that's next to the bone.... Give me a nice carcass, legs or wings to gnaw on, and I'm as happy as a sand boy. Breast is for puffs:eyebrows:
:exactly:
Marco.
Ive always cooked the turkey earlier like today for tomorrow. Carve it cold and put it in trays and pour a bit of stock over them and cover with foil. Heat in oven on the day, and you have the most delicate moist turkey out. And you dont get stressed doing it all on the one day. Serving is a doddle too...
walpurgis
24-12-2018, 16:43
Nice day for a bit of drone flying. :)
http://i68.tinypic.com/oj1s3o.jpg
Lol... Might need two sittings, then! We're catering for four:)
What will you be having Roy-boy?:cool:
Marco.
We’ve got a table that seats 6 & a spare table in the garage, one of the guests is bringing more chairs.
There’ll be turkey (for those traditionalists), beef & pork loin with all the usual accompaniments (I’m on pigs in blanket & veg prep duty). There’s mince pies, xmas pud, chocolate trifle for dessert(s) + I’ve put a cheeseboard together washed down with my usual plonk [emoji4]
Pigmy Pony
24-12-2018, 20:15
We’ve got a table that seats 6 & a spare table in the garage, one of the guests is bringing more chairs.
There’ll be turkey (for those traditionalists), beef & pork loin with all the usual accompaniments (I’m on pigs in blanket & veg prep duty). There’s mince pies, xmas pud, chocolate trifle for dessert(s) + I’ve put a cheeseboard together washed down with my usual plonk [emoji4]
Sounds good, nothing on your menu that I wouldn't eat, and I'm a picky bugger! Are you drawing straws to decide who eats in the garage? Gonna be freezing tomorrow :(
Sounds good, nothing on your menu that I wouldn't eat, and I'm a picky bugger!
Wot about my menu?;)
Marco.
We’ve got a table that seats 6 & a spare table in the garage, one of the guests is bringing more chairs.
There’ll be turkey (for those traditionalists), beef & pork loin with all the usual accompaniments (I’m on pigs in blanket & veg prep duty). There’s mince pies, xmas pud, chocolate trifle for dessert(s) + I’ve put a cheeseboard together washed down with my usual plonk [emoji4]
Sounds good, dude. Doubt you'll be able to move much after that lot:eyebrows:
Marco.
Sounds good, nothing on your menu that I wouldn't eat, and I'm a picky bugger! Are you drawing straws to decide who eats in the garage? Gonna be freezing tomorrow :(
[emoji4] The kids can go in the garage, they’ll be fine out there, we’ll check on them every few hours
Sounds good, dude. Doubt you'll be able to move much after that lot:eyebrows:
Marco.
Supposed to be playing twister but can’t see that happening.
Pigmy Pony
24-12-2018, 20:43
Wot about my menu?;)
Marco.
:lol: That was too easy, I knew that would get a response!
Your menu looks fabulous, and I'm sure you're more than familiar with everything on it. But I'm a simple soul, and much as I'd be happy to try it, I wouldn't want to possibly have to pick at something so meticulously and lovingly prepared. That would be an insult to the chef.
We're having dinner at Anita's son's pub, to give Anita a break from it all - she's had a bit of a tough year, and the rest of her family (and me) are next to useless. The chef is staying back after the pub closes at 3.30 to do dinner for us, including himself. There will be ten of us dining.
It's 50 quid a head, but me and Anita's are free as a thankyou for helping out. The menu looks a bit too fancy for me, but he knows me well enough not to take offence when I sniff at UFO's (unfamiliar food objects).
Being honest, your menu looks more appetising than what I'm facing tomorrow. If I can find the menu I'll post it on here later.
Pigmy Pony
24-12-2018, 20:47
[emoji4] The kids can go in the garage, they’ll be fine out there, we’ll check on them every few hours
There's one or two in our family I'd happily stick in the garage, preferably someone else's garage :D
Beobloke
24-12-2018, 21:00
Wot about my menu?;)
Marco.
I think it sounds wonderful, but with no turkey, no bread sauce, no pigs in blankets and no Christmas pud, I’m afraid I’d only be prepared to pop in for the cocktails!
;)
:lol: That was too easy, I knew that would get a response!
Your menu looks fabulous, and I'm sure you're more than familiar with everything on it. But I'm a simple soul, and much as I'd be happy to try it, I wouldn't want to possibly have to pick at something so meticulously and lovingly prepared. That would be an insult to the chef.
We're having dinner at Anita's son's pub, to give Anita a break from it all - she's had a bit of a tough year, and the rest of her family (and me) are next to useless. The chef is staying back after the pub closes at 3.30 to do dinner for us, including himself. There will be ten of us dining.
It's 50 quid a head, but me and Anita's are free as a thankyou for helping out. The menu looks a bit too fancy for me, but he knows me well enough not to take offence when I sniff at UFO's (unfamiliar food objects).
Being honest, your menu looks more appetising than what I'm facing tomorrow. If I can find the menu I'll post it on here later.
Hahaha... Not at all mate - you like what you like!:D
If you were invited to dinner here, we'd ask what you liked to eat first, and would cook that, so that you wouldn't be put in that type of awkward position. For us, making guests feel relaxed and comfortable, so that they enjoy themselves, and we do too, is the most important thing.
Hope Anita has an enjoyable and stress-free day tomorrow:cool:
Marco.
P.S Yes, would like to see the pub menu.
I think it sounds wonderful, but with no turkey, no bread sauce, no pigs in blankets and no Christmas pud, I’m afraid I’d only be prepared to pop in for the cocktails!
;)
Lol... Only turkey is missing from the above! The Christmas pud will be served another day with homemade brandy sauce. Plus, there's homemade bread sauce and cranberry sauce. What do you think "all the trimmings" means? Do I need to list them all..?:D
Marco.
Pigmy Pony
24-12-2018, 21:33
Looking again at your menu, I'd happily swap it for ours. He really is an excellent chef, but a dog turd cooked to perfection with a creamy snot jus is still a dog turd.
And I've never tried goose, I bet that will be nice.
No worries, and glad to hear that the gravy will be properly made, which 'Bisto' is an affront to!:doh:
Tomorrow's menu, chez-moi:
Homemade cocktails and assorted canapés
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Smoked pressed chicken terrine with mustard and honey, accompanied by thin strips of smoked Highland venison, with a fresh watercress salad and chive and crème fraîche dressing
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Free-range roast Gressingham goose, wrapped in Herefordshire streaky bacon, with a homemade pork, sage and cider stuffing, all the trimmings, and served with a rich port wine and redcurrant gravy.
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Baked Comice pears with ricotta and Amaretti biscuits
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Small cheeseboard (consisting of various Welsh varieties) with artisan crackers
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Freshly ground Mocha coffee and petits fours
Wines:
Tavel Rosé Les Lauzeraies 2016
Fontanafredda Langhe Nebbiolo 2005
Châteauneuf du Pape, Domaine du Père Caboche Rouge 2015
Tokaji Aszu Puttonyos, Chateau Dereszla.
Marco.
I'd have this i think...all washed down with some champers
RobbieGong
24-12-2018, 21:39
I'd have this i think...all washed down with some champers
A man after my own heart .... :)
A man after my own heart .... :)
i do have a soft spot for decent champagne alas... can get you blitzed tho
Thanks for reply on the Goose topic Marco, as detailed as always...Noted. Merry Christmas to you and everybody
Lol.... Don't you like chicken terrine or venison?
i do have a soft spot for decent champagne alas... can get you blitzed tho
I'm still more of a red wine guy, rather than (any) fizz, but I like GOOD Champagne, and really good Champagne is the vintage variety, which is in a different league from the standard stuff. But you're talking upwards of £50 a bottle... One of our favourites is Pol Roger, and of course Dom Perignon. For pink, we like Veuve Clicquot rosé, or Perrier Louet Blason rosé.
Here's a tip, if you weren't aware of it already... If you like good Champagne, but dislike the price tag, then try some quality English sparkling white wine, produced via the same process. It can't officially be called Champagne, because it hasn't been produced in the Champagne region of France, *but* to all intents and purposes it's Champagne!
And if you go for an example from a small, specialist producer, it could be as good as some of the best French Champagnes, for a fraction of the price. It'll certainly be better than a bog-standard Moet, and likely cheaper, too!:)
Marco.
Thanks for reply on the Goose topic Marco, as detailed as always...Noted. Merry Christmas to you and everybody
No worries, Brian. Always happy to help:)
Marco.
RobbieGong
24-12-2018, 22:06
i do have a soft spot for decent champagne alas... can get you blitzed tho
Lol, ya not wrong, goes down easy but its effervescent nature means a quick rush into the blood stream and to the head :eek:
Some say a Champers has to be Brut / dry but I've had some gorgeous demi-sec champagnes.
The champagne houses do do them but you have to search them out.
Anyone I know who has told me they dont like champagne have always loved it demi-sec ;)
Agree. Slightly off super dry is better overall. And yes Marco the English sparklers are excellent. I made homemade champagne at one time. It was damn good
Merry Christmas Ian, to Mia and your good self :santa:
We just bought a new cat bed for Alice, as for some reason she has disowned her old one.
I put it on the sofa, and next it an old hifi mag I was perusing. She stepped around the bed, and settled on the magazine. I really don't know what goes on in her head. The mag was open at a review for a Krell Duo 300 power amp. Next time she came over I had it open at an advert for Russ Andrews' products, but she couldn't settle. So it's back to Krell :)
Mia's a funny one, unlike most cats she will not sit in boxes and uses beds for a few days and then returns to the footstool. Even when she does use her bed she has trouble staying in it.
http://i67.tinypic.com/2ai0i77.jpg
The fact that Mia couldn't settle on an advert for Russ Andrews' products, shows Mia is discerning and has taste.
The fact that Mia couldn't settle on an advert for Russ Andrews' products, shows Mia is discerning and has taste.
It's actually Steve's Alice who shows such good taste. Mia is rather taken with the sleeve to a John Barry album I'm listening to though, she knows quality.
Oops - didn't read the post carefully enough. A John Barry LP eh? Well that does show taste. :)
Pigmy Pony
25-12-2018, 00:28
Oi, it's Alice that doesn't seem to care for Russ Andrews, Mia might be a fan of Alba or Bush for all I know! I'm leaving the magazine open at a review of Magico S3 speakers tonight, I'll see how she gets on with that.
Mia's a funny one, unlike most cats she will not sit in boxes and uses beds for a few days and then returns to the footstool. Even when she does use her bed she has trouble staying in it.
http://i67.tinypic.com/2ai0i77.jpg
Brilliant picture, Ian! She looks like quite a character:D
Just about to decant the wine (and vintage port) and slowly bring it up to the correct temperature... Nearly all done, bar cooking the goose!:cheers::santa:
Marco.
Pigmy Pony
25-12-2018, 11:22
Mia's a funny one, unlike most cats she will not sit in boxes and uses beds for a few days and then returns to the footstool. Even when she does use her bed she has trouble staying in it.
http://i67.tinypic.com/2ai0i77.jpg
Mia, how much do you love your dad? THIS MUCH!
Ah, she's such a cutie, and doesn't she know it, the poser!
Beobloke
25-12-2018, 22:54
Lol.... Don't you like chicken terrine or venison?
I'm still more of a red wine guy, rather than (any) fizz, but I like GOOD Champagne, and really good Champagne is the vintage variety, which is in a different league from the standard stuff. But you're talking upwards of £50 a bottle... One of our favourites is Pol Roger, and of course Dom Perignon. For pink, we like Veuve Clicquot rosé, or Perrier Louet Blason rosé.
Here's a tip, if you weren't aware of it already... If you like good Champagne, but dislike the price tag, then try some quality English sparkling white wine, produced via the same process. It can't officially be called Champagne, because it hasn't been produced in the Champagne region of France, *but* to all intents and purposes it's Champagne!
And if you go for an example from a small, specialist producer, it could be as good as some of the best French Champagnes, for a fraction of the price. It'll certainly be better than a bog-standard Moet, and likely cheaper, too!:)
Marco.
Funny, we have a couple of vineyards near us that do some well received sparklers (one of which beat ‘real’ champagne in a Times test!) so I’ve tried a few and have been a bit underwhelmed to be honest.
Flavour-wise they weren’t bad, although they lacked the depth of a good Epernay for my liking, but the last two were so fizzy initially that the corks flew out as soon as the cage was loosened (one hitting me right in the eyebrow, which was a little close for comfort!) but, halfway down the first glass, they were virtually flat.
Since then I’ve stuck to the real stuff, and I’m completely with you on Pol Roger - absolutely stunning stuff.
The bracelet on my watch had become loose. The jeweller said probably the sprung-loaded retaining pin had become bent, so it was sent back to the manufacturer for attention.
The manufacturer said they wouldn't do anything without servicing the watch first, and anyway the bracelet was in their words 'beyond repair' and would have to be replaced.
Picked up the watch today (after six weeks away in Kent) - total cost £1,435!
Was that your (vintage) Rolex?;)
Marco.
Pigmy Pony
29-12-2018, 23:05
The bracelet on my watch had become loose. The jeweller said probably the sprung-loaded retaining pin had become bent, so it was sent back to the manufacturer for attention.
The manufacturer said they wouldn't do anything without servicing the watch first, and anyway the bracelet was in their words 'beyond repair' and would have to be replaced.
Picked up the watch today (after six weeks away in Kent) - total cost £1,435!
It's shocking how expensive it can be to service/repair a top quality timepiece - when I had the strap replaced on my Omega Seamaster it set me back £20, and the watch only cost 135 Turkish Lira (about £20!)
Can't afford to get my pocket watches serviced now. I should just sell them
Was that your (vintage) Rolex?;)
Marco.
Yes. It has great sentimental value to me as it was a 21st birthday present from my parents. Last time I had it serviced (about twelve years ago) it cost about £300, if I remember corectly. It is double that now. :(
Although the watch is now 48 years old, to repace it with a new watch would cost somewhere around £6,000, or about four times the cost of the repair. The watch was originally bought for about £50.
Apparently when you send a Rolex to be serviced it is completely dismantled, all parts checked for wear and replaced if necessary, old lubrication rinsed out and re-oiled and a new watch glass fitted. So that goes some way to accounting for the servicing costs. It is the same with Leica cameras; they too are stripped down to their component parts, checked for wear, relubricated and reassembled. The last time I had one of my Leicas serviced, about twenty years ago, it cost me about £240.
But to put this into perspective, a typical car service will cost me £300.
Fortunately running a hi-fi system, or two, costs less. :)
Nice one. For a watch enthusiast such as yourself, I'd consider the cost as perfectly acceptable, as it makes you appreciate owning a quality timepiece, such as your vintage Rolex. The best things in life rarely come cheap!:)
Marco.
Pigmy Pony
31-12-2018, 13:49
I said back in November that I aimed for 2019 posts by the time 2019 arrived. Not sure what went wrong there.
I think I need to get out more. :(
mmnn not too badly; look at mine :doh:
Nah, your inimitable style of talking utter pish is vital to the harmony of the AoS community:D
Marco.
Nah, your inimitable style of talking utter pish is vital to the harmony of the AoS community:D
Marco.
he's talkin' about by way :rolleyes:
Soz, that may make sense in your head, but not mine....
Marco.
Pigmy Pony
31-12-2018, 14:16
Better out than in!
Pigmy Pony
31-12-2018, 14:18
Well I'll be hitting 61 in less than ten hours - it's like a little Christmas encore! Wonder what I'll be getting this year?
Pigmy Pony
31-12-2018, 14:21
mmnn not too badly; look at mine :doh:
Good grief! At my current rate I'll be about 86 by then.
Well I'll be hitting 61 in less than ten hours - it's like a little Christmas encore! Wonder what I'll be getting this year?
It's your burpers, daftee? Why didn't you say!
:birthday:
Or did you mean 61 stone?:D
Marco.
Pigmy Pony
31-12-2018, 14:48
Cheeky, me and Mrs. P combined don't make that much! On second thoughts I'll hop on the weighbridge and get back to you...
Pigmy Pony
31-12-2018, 14:53
I know it's still early, but while my last brain cell is still working I'd like to wish everyone on here a happy New Year! :partytime:
Picked up the watch today (after six weeks away in Kent) - total cost £1,435!
Was that your (vintage) Rolex?;)
I was thinking about adding a second Rolex to my collection, might reconsider now :(
I have a Panerai that could do with a service, guess that'll be similar.
Happy Birthday & New Year for tomorrow Steve.
I know it's still early, but while my last brain cell is still working I'd like to wish everyone on here a happy New Year! :partytime:
And a Happy and Healthy 2019 to you sir!
Russell
Pigmy Pony
01-01-2019, 16:04
Well the new year hasn't got off to a happy and healthy start - I still feel like death warmed up.
Well the new year hasn't got off to a happy and healthy start - I still feel like death warmed up.
Did you have a few sherbets then? Only had 3 cans so I'm not too bad. Back to work tomorrow so the fun is over. Only doing 4 day weeks until the end of Feb though, as is my custom.
walpurgis
01-01-2019, 16:17
Well the new year hasn't got off to a happy and healthy start - I still feel like death warmed up.
I don't need a drink to feel rough, it just comes naturally.
Pigmy Pony
01-01-2019, 16:17
Three day weekends until the worst of winter is over - that sounds like a plan!
I really didn't drink that much last night, and I certainly wasn't pissed. But as I get older, it takes longer to recover. Something from the Chinese later should see me right.
Pigmy Pony
01-01-2019, 16:21
I don't need a drink to feel rough, it just comes naturally.
Alcohol-free hangovers are the pits. I usually feel a bit ropey when I get up in the mornings, but as soon as the cold orange juice hits my stomach I'm pretty much sorted.
Three day weekends until the worst of winter is over - that sounds like a plan!
.
been doing it since 2004, I have habit of quitting jobs in January otherwise.
been doing it since 2004, I have habit of quitting jobs in January otherwise.
daughter only works 3 days a week; has done for years, but keeps a house, 2 kids too plus a job from home so never stops. i used to work mostly 7 days and min 10hrs most of time. it did get tedious at times
Ninanina
11-01-2019, 21:27
May I suggest the 'Crocodile Dundee' boxset? You can wear your new hat while watching it - make you feel you're actually there.:)
Steve I've never seen Crocodile Dundee but it would certainly go nicely with my Australian cowboy hat, actually that one I pictured didn't fit so well so I now have one of these:
http://i.imgur.com/pE0cs3b.jpg (https://imgur.com/pE0cs3b)
It's made from kangaroo, poor thing :eek:
walpurgis
11-01-2019, 21:31
I've never seen Crocodile Dundee
What? You must, you'd love it!
Ninanina
11-01-2019, 21:59
What? You must, you'd love it!
I will do Geoff... I now have Netflix & Amazon Prime vid so hopefully one of those will have it...
I seem to have gone all Australian recently as I now wear a Driza-Bone coat as well.. like this:
http://i.imgur.com/4Tg9sq4.jpg (https://imgur.com/4Tg9sq4)
I don't know if I prefer it to my Barbour Beadnell but it's kinda different and very heavy, and I've added the Driza-Bone Merino liner which is soo warm, like this:
http://i.imgur.com/NlkmJG4.jpg (https://imgur.com/NlkmJG4)
Topping it with the Kanga hat :doh:
The other day someone shouted out "horny cowgirl" which made me smile :eek:
Ninanina
11-01-2019, 23:21
I normally spend quite a few hours sitting at my desk on the puter and as I suffer from back problems I have treated myself to a Herman Miller Aeron chair. I've gone for the re-mastered version like this:
http://i.imgur.com/02HzFHj.jpg (https://imgur.com/02HzFHj)
It is being delivered tomorrow and I can't wait
I've tried an Aeron chair a few times and it's a lovely chair to sit in and the new version has a good adjustable back support called PostureFit SL so I'm hoping that will help my back
Pigmy Pony
11-01-2019, 23:59
Steve I've never seen Crocodile Dundee but it would certainly go nicely with my Australian cowboy hat, actually that one I pictured didn't fit so well so I now have one of these:
http://i.imgur.com/pE0cs3b.jpg (https://imgur.com/pE0cs3b)
It's made from kangaroo, poor thing :eek:
"Tch tch tch tch…" What's that Skippy? They shot you and made you into a hat? Strewth!
Where's the corks? :)
Ninanina
12-01-2019, 00:04
"Tch tch tch tch…" What's that Skippy? They shot you and made you into a hat? Strewth!
Where's the corks? :)
I know I know... poor little Skippy... however it's a lovely hat.. :lol:
I was going to add corks for the spring & summer.... :D
Pigmy Pony
12-01-2019, 08:10
Anyway, welcome back Bev. Have you been on a long "walkabout" in your new gear?
Brand new hospital standing empty
https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/uknews/a-sickening-waste-the-brand-new-£500m-nhs-hospital-lying-empty-and-unused-just-three-miles-from-where-theresa-may-launched-her-10-year-plan/ar-BBRWDjO?ocid=spartandhp
What gets me is this bit At the same time, patients at the old Royal Liverpool Hospital next door – which the new hospital will replace – are facing delays to their care because the existing building is falling apart.
Which makes it sound like the 'old' hospital is some Victorian edifice that was converted from a workhouse in 1920. When in fact it was completed in the late 1970s and was totally state of the art at the time. I know because my grandmother was in there in 1981-82 and I've been there hundreds of times.
So it's only 40 years old and it's 'falling apart.' Here's an idea, when building a hospital try to build it so it lasts at least few hundred years. I mean the ancient Egyptians were so dumb they hadn't even invented the wheel but their shit is still standing 5000 years later. And with hardly any maintenance.
walpurgis
12-01-2019, 14:51
Saw an article about that on the news yesterday.
Furthermore the article also states that the new hospital will eventually cost £220 million. Which seems like a bit of a bargain given that fitting a lift into the Elizabeth Tower (aka 'Big Ben') and replacing a few broken windows is coming in at £42 million. It also states that to maintain the 'old' hospital is costing 1 million a year. So even if they doubled the maintenance budget they could keep the old hospital going for another hundred and ten years before it became more expensive than building a new one.
Plus - the hospital that the 'old' one replaced was built in 1889 and was in use as a hospital for 90 years. The building is still standing in perfect order and is now used by the University.
Pigmy Pony
13-01-2019, 11:42
Furthermore the article also states that the new hospital will eventually cost £220 million. Which seems like a bit of a bargain given that fitting a lift into the Elizabeth Tower (aka 'Big Ben') and replacing a few broken windows is coming in at £42 million. It also states that to maintain the 'old' hospital is costing 1 million a year. So even if they doubled the maintenance budget they could keep the old hospital going for another hundred and ten years before it became more expensive than building a new one.
I'm sure improvements to the NHS could be made if money was spent on more doctors, proper pay for hospital staff, and for someone to grab the drug companies by the scruff of the neck and tell them to stop taking the piss. But there's no financial incentive there for the bosses. Many more opportunities to make a bit of dosh with building work.
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