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Now that's what I call going off the beaten track, and meeting ordinary locals. Even when the ordinary local goes off the beaten track with a giant machete.
There have been cases of tourists exploring "off the beaten track", accidentally finding themselves in a badass area and coming to grief. And if you're in a hire car you might as well have big sign on it saying "we're tourists and we're lost". I personally would feel safer travelling in the company of someone with a bit of local knowledge.
Got lost in LA once - in a hire car - ended up in South Central. At least I can say I've been there.
There have been cases of tourists exploring "off the beaten track", accidentally finding themselves in a badass area and coming to grief. And if you're in a hire car you might as well have big sign on it saying "we're tourists and we're lost". I personally would feel safer travelling in the company of someone with a bit of local knowledge.
Good point, and so true. That's why it pays to do some research first (isn't the Internet a wonderful thing?) before simply just wandering into such places;)
Marco.
Not much internet back in 2000. I had the map the hire car company gives you, which doesn't show all the roads but even so it is mostly a grid pattern and I had a compass. I blame jet lag.
Beobloke
15-02-2019, 23:11
So, going back to my original point, is anyone else sad that the A380s days are numbered?!
I can quite understand the economical and practical reasons for its upcoming demise but, as an engineer, I’m sad that it’s magnificent technological advances are going to quietly slip by the wayside.
Not much internet back in 2000.
Ha - I was posting on the old Naim forum in 1999!!
Marco.
Pigmy Pony
16-02-2019, 09:40
Good point, and so true. That's why it pays to do some research first (isn't the Internet a wonderful thing?) before simply just wandering into such places;)
Marco.
Good point, but in your case it was actually the locals I was afraid for :ner:
Pigmy Pony
16-02-2019, 09:42
Not much internet back in 2000. I had the map the hire car company gives you, which doesn't show all the roads but even so it is mostly a grid pattern and I had a compass. I blame jet lag.
Jet Lag? In the US they call it Con Air.
Jet Lag? In the US they call it Con Air.
the Spanish call it air con;)
Pigmy Pony
16-02-2019, 09:49
So, going back to my original point, is anyone else sad that the A380s days are numbered?!
I can quite understand the economical and practical reasons for its upcoming demise but, as an engineer, I’m sad that it’s magnificent technological advances are going to quietly slip by the wayside.
Didn't they cite fuel efficiency as a reason for its demise. Obviously smaller planes will be better in that respect, but as there would have to be more of these smaller planes to shift a given number of passengers, just how significant will the improvements be? Like replacing a forty seat bus with ten mini hatchbacks.
So, going back to my original point, is anyone else sad that the A380s days are numbered?!
I can quite understand the economical and practical reasons for its upcoming demise but, as an engineer, I’m sad that it’s magnificent technological advances are going to quietly slip by the wayside.
I was sad when Concord went and I'll be sad when the 747 goes but not the A380, its not been around long enough.
Pigmy Pony
16-02-2019, 13:33
I was sad when Concord went and I'll be sad when the 747 goes but not the A380, its not been around long enough.
Concorde was cool. I remember my mate telling his soon-to-be-ex girlfriend that she looked like Concorde. She didn't like that, but he said "It's alright, I really like Concorde". There was really no coming back from that one.
I was sad when Concord went and I'll be sad when the 747 goes but not the A380, its not been around long enough.
I disliked the 747 and I really dislike the A380: hate it that the loos at the front are situated so that when you come out of them you are faced with two tiers of passengers looking at you. (Always check you are fully zipped up before you leave!)
We suffered a major power cut a couple of days ago (16 Feb). The whole village was blacked out. Apparently a major cable had been severed, and I was informed it would take at least one and a half to two hours to repair!
So there we were surrounded by candles (the power cut should have occured two days before as that would have been more 'romantic' . :D), unable to do anything much (yes, I did suggest the obvious, but my partner was not in the mood!).
It made me think how much we depend on a reliable and uninterupted power supply: to listen to our audio systems; watch TV; use the PC; heat the house (ie. run the pump); use a washing machine/dryer; iron clothes; use a vacuum cleaner etc. etc.
So we sat there listening to Bob Marley on my partners smartphone - 'Three Little Birds':
"Don't worry, be happy
Coz everything's going to be all right
....".
I then checked for an update, and lo and behold as I did so the power was restored. It only took them an hour, so well done to whoever it is who maintains the UK National Mains Distribution Network. Despite complaints, we really are blessed with a reliable, stable and good quality mains supply.
We suffered a major power cut a couple of days ago (16 Feb). The whole village was blacked out. Apparently a major cable had been severed, and I was informed it would take at least one and a half to two hours to repair!
So there we were surrounded by candles (the power cut should have occured two days before as that would have been more 'romantic' . :D), unable to do anything much (yes, I did suggest the obvious, but my partner was not in the mood!).
It made me think how much we depend on a reliable and uninterupted power supply: to listen to our audio systems; watch TV; use the PC; heat the house (ie. run the pump); use a washing machine/dryer; iron clothes; use a vacuum cleaner etc. etc.
So we sat there listening to Bob Marley on my partners smartphone - 'Three Little Birds':
"Don't worry, be happy
Coz everything's going to be all right
....".
I then checked for an update, and lo and behold as I did so the power was restored. It only took them an hour, so well done to whoever it is who maintains the UK National Mains Distribution Network. Despite complaints, we really are blessed with a reliable, stable and good quality mains supply.Nice story, and yup we are rediculously dependant on the juice. Society would crumble in 24 hrs without it
Audio Al
19-02-2019, 04:01
I'm exhibiting at the Kegworth Show :D
Pigmy Pony
19-02-2019, 08:59
We suffered a major power cut a couple of days ago (16 Feb). The whole village was blacked out. Apparently a major cable had been severed, and I was informed it would take at least one and a half to two hours to repair!
So there we were surrounded by candles (the power cut should have occured two days before as that would have been more 'romantic' . :D), unable to do anything much (yes, I did suggest the obvious, but my partner was not in the mood!).
It made me think how much we depend on a reliable and uninterupted power supply: to listen to our audio systems; watch TV; use the PC; heat the house (ie. run the pump); use a washing machine/dryer; iron clothes; use a vacuum cleaner etc. etc.
So we sat there listening to Bob Marley on my partners smartphone - 'Three Little Birds':
"Don't worry, be happy
Coz everything's going to be all right
....".
I then checked for an update, and lo and behold as I did so the power was restored. It only took them an hour, so well done to whoever it is who maintains the UK National Mains Distribution Network. Despite complaints, we really are blessed with a reliable, stable and good quality mains supply.
We had a power cut a few weeks ago, which lasted from 6pm until about four the next morning. Luckily we have loads of candles about the house, though Anita was gnashing a bit as they are really just for show. She had bought me a Kindle Paperwhite for Christmas, so I was sorted. With no telly on and no music, we found we actually had lots to talk about! Easy to think that TV's etc might fill the silences in people's lives, but I reckon they often cause silences!
The quietness of the house was quite eerie, but not at all unpleasant - normally there are background noises, from fridge, dishwasher, central heating etc, none of that, just me, Anita and my tinnitus!
Did miss the kettle though :(
walpurgis
19-02-2019, 11:48
I just enjoyed reading this about "Mad Jack" Churchill. He was quite a character.
http://badassoftheweek.com/churchill.html
Applied for my free 60+ Oyster card this morning
https://tfl.gov.uk/fares/free-and-discounted-travel/60-plus-oyster-photocard
I just enjoyed reading this about "Mad Jack" Churchill. He was quite a character.
http://badassoftheweek.com/churchill.html
You've also got Major Allison 'Digby' Tatham-Warter https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Digby_Tatham-Warter who put a German armoured car out of action with his umbrella, amongst many other things. The fictional character of Major Carlyle in 'A Bridge Too Far' is partly based on him.
Landloper
19-02-2019, 14:29
You've also got Major Allison 'Digby' Tatham-Warter https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Digby_Tatham-Warter who put a German armoured car out of action with his umbrella, amongst many other things. The fictional character of Major Carlyle in 'A Bridge Too Far' is partly based on him.
Thanks for the link, most entertaining.
My Great Uncle served on the S-Class submarine HMS Safari during WW2. So far as I know, Safari is the only submarine ever to have destroyed a tank with a torpedo. The torpedo was supposed to strike a German cargo ship as it unloaded supplies for the Afrika Korps, but, well wide of its target, continued out of the sea and up the beach before disposing of the enemy tank.
http://research.omicsgroup.org/index.php/HMS_Safari_(P211)
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Audio Al
19-02-2019, 14:30
Applied for my free 60+ Oyster card this morning
https://tfl.gov.uk/fares/free-and-discounted-travel/60-plus-oyster-photocard
I noticed it cost £20 for the free card :scratch:
Pigmy Pony
19-02-2019, 14:38
Are these Oyster photocards only available in That London? I wouldn't mind one, but I'm not driving all the way down there just to get a free bus ride :(
I noticed it cost £20 for the free card :scratch:
Puzzled me a bit Al, I need to go on the bus 14 times before I'm up on the deal :(
Are these Oyster photocards only available in That London? I wouldn't mind one, but I'm not driving all the way down there just to get a free bus ride :(
Only in 'That London', you'd need to get the 'Scouse Line' coach down - £5 one way, £3 return.
Over 60s bus passes are valid anywhere within England. I often use mine when in London.
Unfortunately, it won't work on the Underground (or the Overground for that matter) - I have to load up my Oystercard with credit.
spendorman
19-02-2019, 18:10
Over 60s bus passes are valid anywhere within England. I often use mine when in London.
Unfortunately, it won't work on the Underground (or the Overground for that matter) - I have to load up my Oystercard with credit.
I live in London, used my over 60's card on the Underground today.
I live in London, used my over 60's card on the Underground today.
You must have what they call a 'Freedom Pass'. I don't live in London, but my bus pass is valid anywhere in England (as will your card).
spendorman
19-02-2019, 18:17
You must have what they call a 'Freedom Pass'. I don't live in London, but my bus pass is valid anywhere in England (as will your card).
Yes, you are correct, that's what it's called.
Some councils require one to be a fair bit more than 60 to qualify.
Over 60s bus passes are valid anywhere within England.
Mine will be a 60+ Oyster so, I think, only valid in London? Who issued your bus pass Barry?
walpurgis
19-02-2019, 18:23
Yes, you are correct, that's what it's called.
Some councils require one to be a fair bit more than 60 to qualify.
Well I'm 102. Do I qualify? :D
I can't get a freedom pass till I'm 66
spendorman
19-02-2019, 18:31
Well I'm 102. Do I qualify? :D
Funny that you mention that age, at 102 years old, my Mum, born in London, lived in London, in the same road for most of her life, wanted a bank account with the local Natwest, about 300 yards from her house, they refused as she did not have a current passport or photo driving license. She had her birth cert, a card and letter from the Queen for her 100th, and many more forms of identification, but no, she could not get that account.
Mine will be a 60+ Oyster so, I think, only valid in London? Who issued your bus pass Barry?
Essex County Council
spendorman
19-02-2019, 18:34
I can't get a freedom pass till I'm 66
If you're anywhere near that, the time will go fast!
If you're anywhere near that, the time will go fast!
That's true, the 5 years since I retired have flown by.
spendorman
19-02-2019, 18:42
That's true, the 5 years since I retired have flown by.
Can't believe that I retired 17 years ago, I did retire early though.
Funny that you mention that age, at 102 years old, my Mum, born in London, lived in London, in the same road for most of her life, wanted a bank account with the local Natwest, about 300 yards from her house, they refused as she did not have a current passport or photo driving license. She had her birth cert, a card and letter from the Queen for her 100th, and many more forms of identification, but no, she could not get that account.
Does she have a bus pass with a photo on it? I have used mine as ID at a NatWest bank.
spendorman
19-02-2019, 18:49
Does she have a bus pass with a photo on it? I have used mine as ID at a NatWest bank.
No, she was housebound for her last few years, but mentally sharp, unfortunately, she passed away a few years ago at close to 103.
No, she was housebound for her last few years, but mentally sharp, unfortunately, she passed away a few years ago at close to 103.Typical of big organisations. No flexibility. A rule is a rule etc. I get it too as my licence doesn't have a picture and don't have a passport.
Pigmy Pony
19-02-2019, 18:54
Probably not worth bothering now, chances are that branch will be closed soon, as has been the fate of most. The three RBS branches nearest to me have gone since last October, the nearest now is the big one in Preston, 12 miles away.
spendorman
19-02-2019, 18:58
Typical of big organisations. No flexibility. A rule is a rule etc. I get it too as my licence doesn't have a picture and don't have a passport.
Me too, my driving license expires in 2021 is an old paper one issued in 1976
walpurgis
19-02-2019, 19:04
Me too, my driving license expires in 2020 is an old paper one issued in 1976
Got my photo licence last year after returning my green print paper one. I had a phone chat with DVLA to make sure what was needed prior to sending off for a new one and they were very helpful, easy to reach too and the new licence only took about a week to arrive.
Me too, my driving license expires in 2021 is an old paper one issued in 1976
I still have a paper driving licence. I dread using it as ID, as it is so frail having been folded up to fit in my wallet, it now falls apart if opened.
spendorman
19-02-2019, 19:07
I still have a paper driving licence. I dread using it as ID, as it is so frail having been folded up to fit in my wallet, it now falls apart if opened.
Yes, my one is getting a bit tatty, have to be careful with it.
walpurgis
19-02-2019, 19:10
The photo on mine looks like something from a 'wanted' poster, mind you, I look like that anyway! :D
spendorman
19-02-2019, 19:11
The photo on mine looks like something from a 'wanted' poster, mind you, I look like that anyway! :D
The one on my Freedom Pass is similar
Was asked if a bus pass was of any use but told them it wasn't. I couldn't mount a bus lol
spendorman
20-02-2019, 17:04
Fitted a new car battery to neighbours Saab today, measured parasitic draw and it was 0.1A, seems a bit much. No visible interior or boot lights on etc.
had that once on a transit van. it was the loom at the roof light leaking to earth.
spendorman
20-02-2019, 17:13
had that once on a transit van. it was the loom at the roof light leaking to earth.
I suppose that I'll have to go round pulling fuses until the draw stops. Don't fancy doing that. Car has a mass of electronics.
Pigmy Pony
20-02-2019, 19:30
If there are any retro-fits, eg tow bar electrics, I'd probably start there.
spendorman
20-02-2019, 19:35
If there are any retro-fits, eg tow bar electrics, I'd probably start there.
Only thing I found was a badly fitted phone system. This was not used, so I disconnected it, no improvement.
Pigmy Pony
20-02-2019, 19:41
Cars are just too complicated these days, I'm thinking of going back to a hoop and stick.
spendorman
20-02-2019, 19:45
Cars are just too complicated these days, I'm thinking of going back to a hoop and stick.
I have done, a 1989 Volvo 340. Could quite easily fit a starting handle, if I drill a hole in the radiator!
Pigmy Pony
20-02-2019, 19:56
I'd happily go back to my trusty old Mk 5 Cortina, although Anita's first two cars, a Mini 850 (for a runabout) and a 2.8 injection Capri (for bigger trips) would be a good shout :):)
spendorman
20-02-2019, 20:01
I'd happily go back to my trusty old Mk 5 Cortina, although Anita's first two cars, a Mini 850 (for a runabout) and a 2.8 injection Capri (for bigger trips) would be a good shout :):)
I've still got classic Minis, three of them. The oldest is a January 1962, had the car since 1968. It's got a 1275 cc engine in it. It would need a bit of work to get it roadworthy. Benefits, low classic car insurance, no road tax, MOT exempt, exempt from low emission charges (if car is registered).
spendorman
21-02-2019, 19:18
Monster cat not turned up today, very unusual. Hope he/ she is OK, being deaf must be difficult for him/ her.
Old photo
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7566/28288106645_eda2c0dc79_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/K6HWyD)DSCF0344 (https://flic.kr/p/K6HWyD) by A60man (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41679262@N02/), on Flickr
Hi Alex, hope catty turns up as well !. I ve noticed before your kindness with cats and neighbours. b w
Pigmy Pony
21-02-2019, 22:48
Yes, and it says a lot about a person who cares for all animals, and not just their own pets. Although I think it's a bit mean to expect Monster Cat to fit into that bath tub.
spendorman
22-02-2019, 01:34
Hi Alex, hope catty turns up as well !. I ve noticed before your kindness with cats and neighbours. b w
Thank you, you're very kind. I do try, I'm very trying!
Little Timid did turn up, she must have thought that Monster arrived earlier, the two don't get on.
spendorman
22-02-2019, 01:39
Yes, and it says a lot about a person who cares for all animals, and not just their own pets. Although I think it's a bit mean to expect Monster Cat to fit into that bath tub.
Thank you, Monster cat did fit into a giant flower pot, this was last summer I think.
https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1900/43686789815_a3c5731c91_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/29ysdA4)DSCF0893 (https://flic.kr/p/29ysdA4) by A60man (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41679262@N02/), on Flickr
spendorman
22-02-2019, 01:52
This guy really cares for cats, he even rents a flat for a stray cat and kittens.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTZUTvv_1Onm-f-533Hyurw/videos?disable_polymer=1
Pigmy Pony
22-02-2019, 07:39
Thank you, Monster cat did fit into a giant flower pot, this was last summer I think.
https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1900/43686789815_a3c5731c91_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/29ysdA4)DSCF0893 (https://flic.kr/p/29ysdA4) by A60man (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41679262@N02/), on Flickr
That Miracle Gro compost really is amazing stuff.
spendorman
22-02-2019, 07:44
She/ he not appeared as yet.
spendorman
22-02-2019, 08:21
Good news, he/ she just appeared, perhaps shut it somewhere yesterday, or was offered better food!
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7830/46259934025_0080ceeaf1_c.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2dtQfHp)DSCF1003 (https://flic.kr/p/2dtQfHp) by A60man (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41679262@N02/), on Flickr
Food given, Aldi ham, Aldi cat biscuits and Aldi soft cat food.
Thanks for everyone's concern.
Misty/ foggy out this morning.
She/ he not appeared as yet.. Oh dear. We once lost our cat but then found him in the hi fi room ( no damage done ). Yup I d shut him inside instead
of outside the room ! We then decided to idiot proof the room, i.e keep me away from all door handles :lol:
spendorman
22-02-2019, 08:36
. Oh dear. We once lost our cat but then found him in the hi fi room ( no damage done ). Yup I d shut him inside instead
of outside the room ! We then decided to idiot proof the room, i.e keep me away from all door handles :lol:
They're very good at hiding away, shut the late Tiddles in my garage once.
Pigmy Pony
22-02-2019, 17:05
When Anita went to get some shoes out of the wardrobe the other day, Alice (the cat) flew out. Don't know how long she'd been in there, but at least a couple of hours. Luckily she has good bladder control, and has never felt the need to spray in the house.
A few dreamies in her weeble-mouse, and all was forgiven :)
Yeah women with weak bladders do have a habit of house spraying. An annoying habit[emoji23]
I thought that's what Tena Lady pants were for?:lol:
Marco.
Good news, he/ she just appeared, perhaps shut it somewhere yesterday, or was offered better food!
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7830/46259934025_0080ceeaf1_c.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2dtQfHp)DSCF1003 (https://flic.kr/p/2dtQfHp) by A60man (https://www.flickr.com/photos/41679262@N02/), on Flickr
Food given, Aldi ham, Aldi cat biscuits and Aldi soft cat food.
Thanks for everyone's concern.
Misty/ foggy out this morning.
You can see from his coat he's in good condition. Must have had a better offer yesterday.
Pigmy Pony
22-02-2019, 20:37
I thought that's what Tena Lady pants were for?:lol:
Marco.
We can only afford the Fiva Lady ones at the moment. You do get what you pay for.
Audio Al
22-02-2019, 20:59
We can only afford the Fiva Lady ones at the moment. You do get what you pay for.
Marco uses these
https://www.tena.co.uk/men/
Marco uses these
https://www.tena.co.uk/men/
Yesh, but only the 'special order' ones in peach, as it matches all my bras!:D
Marco.
We can only afford the Fiva Lady ones at the moment. You do get what you pay for.
Are those the ones with an absorbent panel fitted just on the arse?
Marco.
Pigmy Pony
23-02-2019, 07:31
Them's the ones, and when she has action at both the front door and the tradesmen's entrance simultaneously, she has to wear two (one fitted back to front). So it really is a false economy :(
I thought you got your supplies from Lidl, the ones labelled "Le Dix Dude" (grand).
Remember Billy Connolly's stand up about his giant incontinence pants, which he tied off at the ankles before going disco dancing? That was quality :D
Firebottle
23-02-2019, 09:28
Went to an engagement do last night, the disco was exceedingly LOUD.
The quality was fantastic, really clear and great extension top and bottom. Looked like some smallish pro monitors on stands, didn't go up close to look at then because it was TOO LOUD.
I hate it when you can't even have a conversation without shouting, even then I have always struggled to hear spoken (shouted) voice over the LOUD music.
I did voice my concerns to both of the couple and his mother, there were lots of young children there, I bet everyone has ringing ears this morning.
I couldn't stick it for more than 3/4 of an hour, my ears were beginning to ring after that time.
Did I say it was TOO LOUD :mental:
spendorman
23-02-2019, 09:50
You can see from his coat he's in good condition. Must have had a better offer yesterday.
Possibly, but he's so wary of people, I don't think anyone could get near.
I must have been feeding him for about two years, most days I'm greeted with a hiss, today, two feint meows, I'm honoured.
Audio Al
23-02-2019, 15:44
Went to an engagement do last night, the disco was exceedingly LOUD.
The quality was fantastic, really clear and great extension top and bottom. Looked like some smallish pro monitors on stands, didn't go up close to look at then because it was TOO LOUD.
I hate it when you can't even have a conversation without shouting, even then I have always struggled to hear spoken (shouted) voice over the LOUD music.
I did voice my concerns to both of the couple and his mother, there were lots of young children there, I bet everyone has ringing ears this morning.
I couldn't stick it for more than 3/4 of an hour, my ears were beginning to ring after that time.
Did I say it was TOO LOUD :mental:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CWWDKZ-kydE
Possibly, but he's so wary of people, I don't think anyone could get near.
I must have been feeding him for about two years, most days I'm greeted with a hiss, today, two feint meows, I'm honoured.
I'm very glad he/she came back, especially as they are so wary. It's a really nice moment when there is a improvement in communications, no matter how small.
Them's the ones, and when she has action at both the front door and the tradesmen's entrance simultaneously, she has to wear two (one fitted back to front). So it really is a false economy :(
Yes, and not to mention the friction burns are a bastard!
I thought you got your supplies from Lidl, the ones labelled "Le Dix Dude" (grand).
Sadly, that was in the days when leakage was light. I now make my own 'soaker pants' from used army parachutes.
Remember Billy Connolly's stand up about his giant incontinence pants, which he tied off at the ankles before going disco dancing? That was quality :D
Classic! Actually, one of the reasons why I'm into toilet humour is because it's a big Scottish thing. The fact is, most Scots find discussing piss, shit, male/female genitals, bodily functions and smut ENORMOUSLY funny!!
Have you ever watched the Scottish comedy series 'Two Doors Down'? If not, check it out. It's simply about everyday living for some middle-class couples in a posh part of Glasgow, although some their behaviour is distinctly 'unposh':eek::
https://youtu.be/xOGFaHyHKv4
Marco.
Managed to cut myself shaving. Not done that in decades. Here's a tip, don't buy Sainsbury's own brand disposable razors. Like shaving with a broken beer bottle.
tip, dont use disposable razors
Especially cheapo ones, only fit for shaving minges!;)
Marco.
They used to do a cheaper one than their own brand and they were excellent. So of course they discontinued them.
If you think I'm paying out a fortune for some fancy Gillette thing then you must be crazy. Never understood the fascination some blokes have with shaving and shaving 'products.' I'd grow a beard but it would be all grey and make me look about 90 years old. Plus they never suited me anyway. Skinny little blokes with beards just look wrong.
walpurgis
25-02-2019, 14:09
Managed to cut myself shaving. Not done that in decades. Here's a tip, don't buy Sainsbury's own brand disposable razors. Like shaving with a broken beer bottle.
I did the same the other day, above my lip beneath the left nostril. Bloody sore it was!
They used to do a cheaper one than their own brand and they were excellent. So of course they discontinued them.
If you think I'm paying out a fortune for some fancy Gillette thing then you must be crazy. Never understood the fascination some blokes have with shaving and shaving 'products.' I'd grow a beard but it would be all grey and make me look about 90 years old. Plus they never suited me anyway. Skinny little blokes with beards just look wrong.
Lol.... I use a good electric one now, which is a lot less hassle! Used to be into buying nice razors for wet shaving, expensive foam/soaps and all the malarkey that went with it, but can't be arsed now with the faff. Got a few grey hairs, but fortunately most of it is still brown!
Never been into beards, though. They always make you look like an old man, which I know now is the 'trendy look' among hipsters:rolleyes:
Marco.
I did the same the other day, above my lip beneath the left nostril. Bloody sore it was!
Weird that's exactly where I cut myself too.
Lol.... I use a good electric one now, which is a lot less hassle! Used to be into buying nice razors for wet shaving, expensive foam/soaps and all the malarkey that went with it, but can't be arsed now with the faff. Got a few grey hairs, but fortunately most of it is still brown!
Never been into beards, though. They always make you look like an old man, which I know now is the 'trendy look' among hipsters:rolleyes:
Marco.
I use an electric in the week but usually wet shave at the weekend.
A beard makes some sense if you are young but attempting to look older and wiser. If you're already old and wise like me then what's the point?
When they had those 'grow a beard' months a few years back some of the youths I know grew the most terrible looking beards ever - like something from an Edwardian costume drama. It wasn't a good look even in 1904 and it really isn't now.
A beard makes some sense if you are young but attempting to look older and wiser.
I get it, but I doubt I'd have adopted that look, even had it been in fashion when I was a teenager, as I've always wanted to look young, even when I was young [plus my old man would've kicked my arse for going out looking like Catweazle], and now I'm older, I still like to look as young as possible (and dress that way, too), which is why I don't 'do' beards.
It's also why I keep my hair (what's left) super-short [much easier looked after that way, too], rather than allow any grey hair that's there to grow and become really obvious, or worse go for the 'Friar Tuck' look!!:spew:
If you want to look as young as possible, when you're in your 50s and over, then stay clean-shaven and keep your hair (if applicable) as short as possible. Quite simply, there's nothing more ageing, aside from a bushy grey beard, as long (dirty and unkept) straggly grey hair, especially with a big bald patch in the middle!:D:doh:
Marco.
i use a good quality razor and the best blades. i also use a braun electric one every second day.
and keep your hair (if applicable) as short as possible.
I used to have a number 2 all over but was told I looked like a thug so have it a little longer these days.
cut my own . currently 3 on sides and 4 on top. short enough for this time of year. it will get shorter the warmer it gets
I seem happier with longer hair anyway (although I was at the hippodrome on champers in that pic)
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And as for this pic [emoji15]
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I seem happier with longer hair anyway (although I was at the hippodrome on champers in that pic)
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You look uncannily like one of my brothers in that pic on the left.
walpurgis
25-02-2019, 16:01
Got more hair on my forearms than on my nut.
And as for this pic [emoji15]
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looks like that was taken in the scrubs:D
looks like that was taken in the scrubs:D
I was filling in the application late on and couldn't find a suitable pic so took one just to get the application done, I'd obviously had a rough day!
I was filling in the application late on and couldn't find a suitable pic so took one just to get the application done, I'd obviously had a rough day!
got pics taken in a booth last week...they are horrific:stalks: im embarrassed to say it was me:doh: sad day
walpurgis
25-02-2019, 16:11
looks like that was taken in the scrubs:D
I've been in The Scrubs.......................visiting a mate who was 'on holiday' at Her Majesty's pleasure.
I seem happier with longer hair anyway (although I was at the hippodrome on champers in that pic)
I think you look fine, Roy. With hair it's a personal thing. I've never had even medium-length hair (always been short), so I'm not used to the sensation of having hair around my ears or flopping down over my face, or onto my neck... Ugh!
Therefore, if I feel as if I 'have hair', it annoys the hell out of me, so my golden rule is if I can pinch my hair at the sides or back, it's too long! That's why I go for a 'No1' (for the sides and back), plus scissors on the rest, and have it cut every two weeks by a hairdresser I've known for years, to keep it super-short. If it starts getting 'bushy' at all, at the sides or back, it does my tits in:eyebrows:
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Taken at the very top of Cologne cathedral recently (not inside a prison cell, lol), after having climbed many hundreds of steps to get there!
Marco.
My car just failed it's MOT, needs a new air mass meter. BMW price £298, Euro Car Parts price for a Haas unit £90. Could get one on Ebay for £17 but I really wouldn't like to trust that. At least it keeps the old girl legal for another year.
I think you look fine, Roy.
You look quite affable & approachable in your pic whereas I look like Joe Pesci before he gave that bloke his pen back.
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Here I am, looking cheerful just before Christmas.
How many sherries was that after, Joe?:D
Marco.
How many sherries was that after, Joe?:D
Marco.
Just the one. I'm naturally a smiley sort of bloke.
Yes it shows in your posts;)
Marco.
As someone or other once said 'Life is far too important to be taken seriously'.
You look quite affable & approachable in your pic whereas I look like Joe Pesci before he gave that bloke his pen back.
Haha - one of my favourite films! Dunno about that though, you just look a little 'menacing', which is kind of cool. I'd look slightly 'menacing' too, but in the wrong way, if I let the hair that's left grow around the baldy bits!:lol::D Which is why it's kept super-short!
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Not a good look, so get a bloody haircut, mate!:doh:
Marco.
got pics taken in a booth last week...they are horrific:stalks: im embarrassed to say it was me:doh: sad day
You looked fine in your recent birthday pic, Grant:)
Those booths are notorious for making anyone look horrific!! So, worry not.
Marco.
walpurgis
25-02-2019, 20:39
In my driving licence picture, I look like those photos you used to see of John McVicar years ago.
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Haha - one of my favourite films! Dunno about that though, you just look a little 'menacing', which is kind of cool. I'd look slightly 'menacing' too, but in the wrong way, if I let the hair that's left grow around the baldy bits!:lol::D Which is why it's kept super-short!
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Not a good look, so get a bloody haircut, mate!:doh:
Marco.
He's a boffin. You're allowed to have hair like that if you're a boffin. If you meet someone who claims to be a boffin and they don't have crazy hair that's how you know they're lying.
Pigmy Pony
25-02-2019, 21:01
I get it, but I doubt I'd have adopted that look, even had it been in fashion when I was a teenager, as I've always wanted to look young, even when I was young [plus my old man would've kicked my arse for going out looking like Catweazle], and now I'm older, I still like to look as young as possible (and dress that way, too), which is why I don't 'do' beards.
It's also why I keep my hair (what's left) super-short [much easier looked after that way, too], rather than allow any grey hair that's there to grow and become really obvious, or worse go for the 'Friar Tuck' look!!:spew:
If you want to look as young as possible, when you're in your 50s and over, then stay clean-shaven and keep your hair (if applicable) as short as possible. Quite simply, there's nothing more ageing, aside from a bushy grey beard, as long (dirty and unkept) straggly grey hair, especially with a big bald patch in the middle!:D:doh:
Marco.
Nothing wrong with dressing as young as possible, but I think the Pampers 'Pull ups' are going a bit too far.
I'm sticking with my lady-tickler for the time being - it went past the grey bits stage a few years ago, and now it's completely blond. Mrs. P disagrees about the colour, she thinks it's white, but what do women know about hair colouring?
He's a boffin. You're allowed to have hair like that if you're a boffin. If you meet someone who claims to be a boffin and they don't have crazy hair that's how you know they're lying.
Lol, I know. Eggheads is one of my fav programmes!:)
However, there are plenty of folks walking around in that state who aren't 'boffins' - and it's just wrong....
Marco.
How do you know they are not boffins? They could be building a Mars rover in their garden shed for all you know.
Nothing wrong with dressing as young as possible, but I think the Pampers 'Pull ups' are going a bit too far.
I'm sticking with my lady-tickler for the time being - it went past the grey bits stage a few years ago, and now it's completely blond. Mrs. P disagrees about the colour, she thinks it's white, but what do women know about hair colouring?
Ha - where've you been recently, daftee? You've been rather quiet... I thought they'd taken you in early for the op!:D
Marco.
They could also be 'wannabe' boffins.
Pigmy Pony
25-02-2019, 21:09
In my driving licence picture, I look like those photos you used to see of John McVicar years ago.
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That's a look that improves with distance - I'm glad that distance is 200 miles, otherwise I'd be sleeping with the light on tonight.
Only kidding Geoff - I bet you were the best looking guy on the 'Manor'. :) And would look great behind the wheel of a Ford Zephyr.
How do you know they are not boffins? They could be building a Mars rover in their garden shed for all you know.
True, lol... It's just not a look I dig. Reminds me of my old chemistry teacher, who looked like that, and also as if he'd been dressed by his mum. Why do 'academics' so often have no fashion sense?
Marco.
They could also be 'wannabe' boffins.
I've never seen Eggheads, so I dunno what a wannabe boffin looks like. Round our way, it's all beards, 'man-buns' and tweed. Which is fair enough. No doubt I looked a right tit in my flared trousers and platform boots.
Judge for yourselves:
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I've never seen Eggheads, so I dunno what a wannabe boffin looks like. ]
They look like a real boffin.
You know, like any of the great scientists. Einstein or that bloke off of 'Back To The Future.'
The one exception is Q in James Bond but of course he is a spy boffin so has to be in disguise.
Ah right, I was thinking about puffins, the stripy-beaked bastards.
They could also be 'wannabe' boffins.
That 'look' was started by Einstein when he arrived in America. His appearance became increasingly eccentric as time went on: possibly to live up to the general public's image of a genius.
walpurgis
25-02-2019, 21:40
That's a look that improves with distance - I'm glad that distance is 200 miles, otherwise I'd be sleeping with the light on tonight.
Only kidding Geoff - I bet you were the best looking guy on the 'Manor'. :) And would look great behind the wheel of a Ford Zephyr.
Never had a Zephyr. Had a PA Velox though, the one with the big tailfins. That was a cool motor.
In my driving licence picture, I look like those photos you used to see of John McVicar years ago.
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Do you look like that today?
walpurgis
25-02-2019, 21:44
Do you look like that today?
Less hair, more wrinkles. :)
But more dangerous now, 'cos you're grouchier;)
Marco.
walpurgis
25-02-2019, 22:54
But more dangerous now, 'cos you're grouchier;)
Marco.
Nah. Getting more laid back as I get older. I've not even sharpened my axe recently. :D
Pigmy Pony
26-02-2019, 06:52
Less hair, more wrinkles. :)
I find myself building a mental picture of AoS members, if I've never met them, and I had imagined you to have the look and demeanour of an older version of Brad Pitt in 'Twelve Monkeys'.
"Colonics for everyone!"
So I'm half right :)
Pigmy Pony
26-02-2019, 07:03
I can't stand that 'Eggheads'. They are so smug looking (especially Daphne can she actually see through that squint?) and although I've only seen a few, I've never seen them lose. I reckon the show's questions are weighted in their favour.
There is one woman I used to see on there though (probably still on it) whom I definitely would - a proper gilf. I would have her recite the period table just so I'd last a bit longer.
When I see them sat there in a row, I imagine them as ducks at a fairground shooting gallery. Now that would be entertaining.
I prefer 'Celebrity Mastermind', I can usually beat them. God they're a thick bunch.
Pigmy Pony
26-02-2019, 07:13
I've never seen Eggheads, so I dunno what a wannabe boffin looks like. Round our way, it's all beards, 'man-buns' and tweed. Which is fair enough. No doubt I looked a right tit in my flared trousers and platform boots.
Judge for yourselves:
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That looks like about 1972/73 to me and you were definitely embracing the trend of the time, even down to the feather cut. Did that shirt have penny round collars? It's very nearly Bay City Rollers.
What's the purpose of the reading lamp? Is it to help you find the door?
Pigmy Pony
26-02-2019, 07:21
Ha - where've you been recently, daftee? You've been rather quiet... I thought they'd taken you in early for the op!:D
Marco.
Like the French said to the English on St. Crispin's day, "It's nice to be missed".
The op was cancelled AGAIN - I was too depressed to type. I'm thinking of doing it myself, I've looked on You Tube.
From ‘87, the computer had a 5mb hard drive [emoji15]
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spendorman
26-02-2019, 08:29
From ‘87, the computer had a 5mb hard drive [emoji15]
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That's modern
Pam Am Airlines transferring a 5MB hard drive in 1956
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That looks like about 1972/73 to me and you were definitely embracing the trend of the time, even down to the feather cut. Did that shirt have penny round collars? It's very nearly Bay City Rollers.
What's the purpose of the reading lamp? Is it to help you find the door?
I think it's 1974, because it's definitely my second year at university. The shirt had long pointy collars; I had one of those round collar ones a few years previously. It was bright red. I don't think the reading lamp was ever used, not by me at any rate. That was red, too.
Pigmy Pony
26-02-2019, 18:37
Damn! I almost said 1974, but remembered that my girlfriend had a similar haircut to yours, and that was 1972. Some of the clothes from that era I would still be happy wearing. I loved my Ben Sherman button down collars, and I wouldn't mind getting myself a new 'Harrington' jacket. Black with red tartan lining :) I'll pass on the two tone 'parallels' though.
I've been helping my other half with her house hunting & we've been to see quite a few. Apart from some having soundbar based type av systems none have had 'proper hifis'. Today we viewed a tidy four bed detached but what interested me more was that the fella had a 'proper hifi' (it was tucked away in the dining room with no apparent listening chair, I reasoned it had been moved for 'staging' purposes). There was a fairly up to date LP12 which, from what he said, had had a fair few upgrades fitted with a Kandid MC cart & a Primare 'stack' with another Linn box (SUT?) & some PMC stand mount speakers. I was just about to ask for a listen when he fired it up voluntarily, he played what sounded like some indifferent R&B from the 80s from a 12" single. I think he thought I would be blown away. The sound? thin top end, muddy middle & very little bass, I just said 'sounds good'. I guess the little standmounts didn't help matters but I also got the impression the source wasn't great.
Pigmy Pony
27-02-2019, 18:51
I've been helping my other half with her house hunting & we've been to see quite a few. Apart from some having soundbar based type av systems none have had 'proper hifis'. Today we viewed a tidy four bed detached but what interested me more was that the fella had a 'proper hifi' (it was tucked away in the dining room with no apparent listening chair, I reasoned it had been moved for 'staging' purposes). There was a fairly up to date LP12 which, from what he said, had had a fair few upgrades fitted with a Kandid MC cart & a Primare 'stack' with another Linn box (SUT?) & some PMC stand mount speakers. I was just about to ask for a listen when he fired it up voluntarily, he played what sounded like some indifferent R&B from the 80s from a 12" single. I think he thought I would be blown away. The sound? thin top end, muddy middle & very little bass, I just said 'sounds good'. I guess the little standmounts didn't help matters but I also got the impression the source wasn't great.
Today I had a couple come to view my four bed detached house, but the guy seemed more interested in my hi fi, which comprises an LP12/Kandid MC cartridge, some Primare gear and my beloved PMC DB1's.
I could see he was itching to hear it, so I gave him a quick demo. I could tell he was blown away, and was particularly impressed with detailed top end, fullsome mids and clean fast bass. I think he was a little bit jealous, and grudgingly conceded that it 'sounds good' (classic British understatement!) I reckon the little standmounts help matters, but the real star is the source.
I don't think they'll be putting an offer in for the house, I have a feeling he'll want to use his money to re-think his own set up.
Today I had a couple come to view my four bed detached house, but the guy seemed more interested in my hi fi, which comprises an LP12/Kandid MC cartridge, some Primare gear and my beloved PMC DB1's.
I could see he was itching to hear it, so I gave him a quick demo. I could tell he was blown away, and was particularly impressed with detailed top end, fullsome mids and clean fast bass. I think he was a little bit jealous, and grudgingly conceded that it 'sounds good' (classic British understatement!) I reckon the little standmounts help matters, but the real star is the source.
I don't think they'll be putting an offer in for the house, I have a feeling he'll want to use his money to re-think his own set up.
Genuinely :lol: (but I don't think she wants to live in Lancashire & it'd be a hell of drive for me to visit her)
Pigmy Pony
27-02-2019, 19:15
Yes it would be a bit of a trek, but consider this: For the price of a four bed detached in Essex, you could buy a whole town in East Lancs, and that would include a municipal swimming baths.
Plus we have proper chippies with gravy, mushy peas and curry sauce - non of this saveloys nonsense.
For me the municipal baths would be a deal breaker, throw in a friendly northern local & I'm there! (can you still get mild?)
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Chips with curry sauce - tick but savs go with pease pudding from a stall on Chrisp Street Market, Poplar only (was raised on 'em)
Pigmy Pony
27-02-2019, 22:58
For me the municipal baths would be a deal breaker, throw in a friendly northern local & I'm there! (can you still get mild?)
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Chips with curry sauce - tick but savs go with pease pudding from a stall on Chrisp Street Market, Poplar only (was raised on 'em)
Tommy there is not a good example of your average friendly northerner, but that's what Fray Bentos pies does to you. Having said that putting a plate of jellied eels in front of him, or taking him to a pie 'n' mash shop is unlikely to cheer him up. I have a mate who's a dead ringer for Tommy, and he's a miserable shite too.
Fray Bentos pies
Used to have those on caravan holidays to the Isle of Wight, if you put them in the tiny calor gas oven at 8 in the morning they were barely warm by tea time to have with those horrible tinned potatoes.
I'm sure Tommy ('I'll stop on me own') would love 2 pie, mash & liquor, certainly if you told him the liquor was made from stewed eel juice..
'Have you lived round here all your life Tommy?'
'Not yet.'
Do you like circuses Martin?
Do you like circuses Martin?
Okay I'll bite. No I don't, why?
Okay I'll bite. No I don't, why?
From what you posted I thought you would recognise another 'Early Doors' quote?
Pigmy Pony
28-02-2019, 14:17
https://youtu.be/q9PNoYSK0A
https://youtu.be/q9PNoYSKx0A
From what you posted I thought you would recognise another 'Early Doors' quote?
Oh right, sorry no that went whoosh right past me.
Never seen (or heard) of Early Doors... When was it on?:)
Marco.
Never seen (or heard) of Early Doors... When was it on?:)
Marco.
2003/4 - only two series, twelve episodes, same feel as Royle Family?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SA4D_M_506k
Was subjected to a surprise birthday party tonight, completely unexpected but very pleasant.
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Happy birthday Roy.
Nice hat cake
walpurgis
02-03-2019, 22:43
Many Happy Returns Roy! :cool:
Happy birthday Roy.
Nice hat cake
Many Happy Returns Roy! :cool:
Cheers gents, the cake actually didn't taste as good as it looked.
Pigmy Pony
03-03-2019, 18:56
Cheers gents, the cake actually didn't taste as good as it looked.
Happy birthday Roy,
What did it sound like, or did you not get to play it
Happy birthday Roy,
What did it sound like, or did you not get to play it
Thanks Steve. The icing was very well done & the record actually had grooves but everybody wanted to eat it so I'll never know what it was (Sugar Sugar?)
spendorman
03-03-2019, 19:17
Never seen (or heard) of Early Doors... When was it on?:)
Marco.
2003 and 2004, watched all the two series over the last couple of days.
Frightening thought, John Henshaw is the same age as me.
Pigmy Pony
03-03-2019, 19:51
Thanks Steve. The icing was very well done & the record actually had grooves but everybody wanted to eat it so I'll never know what it was (Sugar Sugar?)
Could have been worse, it could have been McArthur Park. They left that cake out in the rain you know.
Could have been worse, it could have been McArthur Park. They left that cake out in the rain you know.
& they'll never have the recipe agaaaaaain!
Maybe it was this?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OFzNXUUSFF0
Pigmy Pony
03-03-2019, 20:15
Yes that would be much better :)
I probably shouldn't be talking about cakes, I've been cake-free for 2 months now. But my sponsor thinks the more I talk about it the better. Cravings have reduced quite a bit, though I find I'm smoking more to compensate. Small price to pay I suppose.
Pigmy Pony
03-03-2019, 20:39
Thanks for the new avatar Marco, this pic was for your eyes only, and a few select friends. Now you've made it public, how will I ever be able to show my face at the Masonic lodge? I'm not even a full member yet.
Yes that would be much better :)
I probably shouldn't be talking about cakes, I've been cake-free for 2 months now. But my sponsor thinks the more I talk about it the better. Cravings have reduced quite a bit, though I find I'm smoking more to compensate. Small price to pay I suppose.
The twelfth step is the hardest, where you have to go round and apologise to everyone for eating their cakes.
Myself I was on the wagon for two years until I had some bad news one day and I ate an entire Cadbury's Flake cake. I was halfway through it before I even realised what I was doing. It's that fresh dairy cream. You never really lose the craving for it.
The vet gave me a scrip so I'm back down to two chocolate eclairs a day. Feeling strong enough now that I think I can cut down it to one by the end of the month.
Thanks for the new avatar Marco, this pic was for your eyes only, and a few select friends. Now you've made it public, how will I ever be able to show my face at the Masonic lodge? I'm not even a full member yet.
Resplendent in pink, dahling...:D
It's *so* you!
Marco.
Pigmy Pony
04-03-2019, 07:22
The twelfth step is the hardest, where you have to go round and apologise to everyone for eating their cakes.
Myself I was on the wagon for two years until I had some bad news one day and I ate an entire Cadbury's Flake cake. I was halfway through it before I even realised what I was doing. It's that fresh dairy cream. You never really lose the craving for it.
The vet gave me a scrip so I'm back down to two chocolate eclairs a day. Feeling strong enough now that I think I can cut down it to one by the end of the month.
Thank you for sharing. A truly inspirational story.
Apart from a few small consequences, like ridicule, obesity, heart disease, stroke, diabetes, teeth falling out, ours is a relatively benign addiction unlike the big four (alcohol, gambling, hard drugs, hi fi collecting) - these are the ones that wreck lives, so we should count ourselves lucky.
Thanks Steve. The icing was very well done & the record actually had grooves but everybody wanted to eat it so I'll never know what it was (Sugar Sugar?)
Happy birthday Roy
Happy birthday Roy
Thanks Martin
Thank you for sharing. A truly inspirational story.
Apart from a few small consequences, like ridicule, obesity, heart disease, stroke, diabetes, teeth falling out, ours is a relatively benign addiction unlike the big four (alcohol, gambling, hard drugs, hi fi collecting) - these are the ones that wreck lives, so we should count ourselves lucky.
I love it! The “Big Four”! Thankfully I’ve never done any gambling.
Russell
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I don’t quite know what to say about this, so I’m just leaving it here. The caption did say it was fully functional. So where does one buy the tiny records?
Russell
Pigmy Pony
12-03-2019, 07:00
Amazon(ian Shrunken Heads). The catalogue is quite small, but they've just added "Giant" by Rag 'n' Bone Man/Calvin Harris. Gonna be huge.
Just got this worktop saver [emoji4]
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Pigmy Pony
14-03-2019, 16:46
Just got this worktop saver [emoji4]
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190314/e0527f618d1a09d91f5a599ace731d89.jpg
What music would you play on that? Chopin of course!
You been on that sun bed again, mate?
Marco.
What music would you play on that? Chopin of course!Classic
FUCKING BREXIT SHITE, currently all over the TV!!!!! :steam::steam:
It's doing MY FUCKING BOX IN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:guns::guns:
Who GIVES A FLYING FUCK about this YAWN-INDUCING WANK???
Marco.
walpurgis
14-03-2019, 18:10
I know the feeling Marco.
What music would you play on that? Chopin of course!
:lol:
Or maybe Cutting Crew?
Little bit "out there" but could be useful...
https://youtu.be/0FE88e8LO2w
I know the feeling Marco.
Indeed... It's stopped me from watching Eggheads!!:rolleyes::rolleyes:
Marco.
Pigmy Pony
14-03-2019, 18:50
FUCKING BREXIT SHITE, currently all over the TV!!!!! :steam::steam:
It's doing MY FUCKING BOX IN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:guns::guns:
Who GIVES A FLYING FUCK about this YAWN-INDUCING WANK???
Marco.
That's it, I've had enough of this - I'm taking to me bed, and setting my alarm clock for 3 months from now. Maybe things'll be better by then, although the CEO of Acctim has warned that in the event of No Deal, the alarm clocks may no longer work :eek:
FUCKING BREXIT SHITE, currently all over the TV!!!!! :steam::steam:
It's doing MY FUCKING BOX IN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:guns::guns:
Who GIVES A FLYING FUCK about this YAWN-INDUCING WANK???
Marco.
Just don't watch it. I used to keep up with current affairs, could name you all the cabinet and shadow cabinet minsters, all that shit. Gave up watching the news about 5 years ago. I came to the conclusion that there's just no point in it. Don't feel any worse for it, the opposite in fact.
I don't mate (only really the local Welsh stuff), but what rips my knitting is when programmes I want to watch, such as Eggheads, are just inconsiderately 'cancelled' because some ARSE at the BBC has decided, ON MY BEHALF, that Brexit PISH is more important!!:steam:
Marco.
Pigmy Pony
14-03-2019, 19:03
You been on that sun bed again, mate?
Marco.
Not a suntan mate - I warned Mrs. Pony to bin that week-old kebab. As a result she had a ten second warning in the wee small hours, and as she climbed over me to get to the bog, did the mother of all wet trumps on my face. I slept through it, and by morning it had dried on, and nothing will shift it. There was a very tasty little pip stuck to my nose though, which I couldn't resist :)
Firebottle
14-03-2019, 21:45
:rfl:
There was a very tasty little pip stuck to my nose though, which I couldn't resist :)
Ha - with lips like that, I bet she just loves you licking HER 'little pip'!:D
Marco.
Pigmy Pony
15-03-2019, 17:28
Oh yes, she likes being pipped at the post. :eyebrows:
While I'm on here, can anyone tell me if it's possible to view the selling history of a particular item on ebay?
walpurgis
15-03-2019, 17:37
While I'm on here, can anyone tell me if it's possible to view the selling history of a particular item on ebay?
Yes. Use the advanced search and tick the sold box.
Pigmy Pony
15-03-2019, 17:51
Thanks for that Geoff, right now the pub beckons, so I'll check it out tomorrow :)
walpurgis
15-03-2019, 17:55
right now the pub beckons
Ha, I used to go for a regular evening pint in the local, but not done it for about six years. Mainly because the pubs round here are total crap now and I need to keep an eye on the money anyway.
Thanks for that Geoff, right now the pub beckons, so I'll check it out tomorrow :)
Enjoy... It's currently Lent, for us Catholics, so I'm off all alcohol for six weeks!
Marco.
Pigmy Pony
16-03-2019, 14:49
Enjoy... It's currently Lent, for us Catholics, so I'm off all alcohol for six weeks!
Marco.
Why would you do that to yourself? If you're going to give up something, at least choose something you don't like anyway :D
Last night was the first time I've been in a pub this year (apart from getting a bite to eat). I met my brother and some of his mates - I was only there from 7pm till 8.30. His friend and neighbour who was there, goes in this pub with his wife every Friday at 5pm, and stays till kicking out time. I couldn't afford to do that, even if I wanted to.
Havent had a drink for a couple of years...certainly feels that long [emoji23]
Why would you do that to yourself? If you're going to give up something, at least choose something you don't like anyway :D
Lol - the idea is that you choose something difficult to give up, so it tests your willpower. In reality, in that respect, I'd be harder for me to have given up listening to music, watching TV or posting on here for six weeks, than alcohol. I don't really miss it, save when I sit down to a nice Sunday lunch with a glass of mineral water, rather than Margaux!
Other than that, I'm happy with soft drinks, water and tea/coffee, which at any time of the year, is what I drink most:)
Marco.
Pigmy Pony
16-03-2019, 18:34
Forgive my ignorance, but is Lent a Catholic thing? I, and most people I come across aren't Catholics, but I know lots of these folk have "given something up" for Lent. I suppose lots of people embrace it for other reasons, making lifestyle changes, albeit temporary, rather like that most temporary of changes, the New Year resolutions.
I have given up pancakes for Lent, and as I didn't have any on Shrove Tuesday, Lent will be particularly lengthy this year.
Talking about pancakes has now made me want some, so sod it, I'm going to make some! I'll just abstain from having them with ice cream :)
I actually did have a pancake on pancake day this year, first time in decades. It was from Asda though :(
Pigmy Pony
16-03-2019, 18:59
Never tried shop-bought ones, I assume you would just microwave them for a few minutes.
I should give them a go - the shittest part of pancake days for me is that I get the job of making them, which means about an hour of making the damned things for everyone, with just a few minutes eating them.
About 30 seconds in the microwave.
Prefer the American style short stack with butter, ice cream and maple syrup myself. Could eat that right now in fact.
Forgive my ignorance, but is Lent a Catholic thing?
Read post #2941, daftee. You quoted me saying that it was a Catholic thing... Pay attention at the back!;)
I thought you were abstaining from sex? No great change from usual, then!:D
Marco.
Pigmy Pony
16-03-2019, 20:37
Read post #2941, daftee. You quoted me saying that it was a Catholic thing... Pay attention at the back!;)
I thought you were abstaining from sex? No great change from usual, then!:D
Marco.
I know you said that, but I was questioning whether it might extend to other varieties of Christian. My ex missus came from an Irish Catholic family, and they'd do things like not eat meat on a Friday. But they would never have given up alcohol for Lent. No way.
Ah I see... Can't comment on other Christians, as I'm not au fait with their faith. However for Catholics, on certain days, such as Good Friday, it's what's called fast and abstinence, and you shouldn't eat meat then, and indeed just lightly all day.
As I said, giving up alcohol for 6 weeks really isn't that big a deal. as alcohol doesn't rule my life. In fact, I'm not addicted to anything. I miss having a few glasses of wine with a nice meal at home, and if we're going out to a country pub, I miss having a pint of real ale, but that's it.
It would be much harder giving up home-cooked food, and eating ready meals, or Mc Donalds for 6 weeks!!:eek::spew:
Marco.
I've given up hope for Lent.
Actually, fasting isn't what it was. When my mother was young, you had to fast for twelve hours before Holy Communion. By the time I was a nipper it had dropped to three hours, then one hour. By now I expect you're OK as long as you're not actually eating as you approach the altar rails. I guess God must be getting more lenient in His old age.
The other thing on Good Friday was a Mass (mostly in Latin) that seemed to go on for ever, and which included a prayer for the conversion of the Jews. You couldn't have that now, of course. It's PC gone mad, I tell you!
I've given up hope for Lent.
Actually, fasting isn't what it was. When my mother was young, you had to fast for twelve hours before Holy Communion. By the time I was a nipper it had dropped to three hours, then one hour. By now I expect you're OK as long as you're not actually eating as you approach the altar rails. I guess God must be getting more lenient in His old age.
The other thing on Good Friday was a Mass (mostly in Latin) that seemed to go on for ever, and which included a prayer for the conversion of the Jews. You couldn't have that now, of course. It's PC gone mad, I tell you!
Lol, there was a bloke at our church who had converted from Judaism to Catholicism. Out of the frying pan and into the fire, you might say. Anytime his name was mentioned my mother would always say, sotto voce, 'He's a convert you know' in the same way you might say 'He's a convicted paedophile, you know.' Always used to crack us up.
cant remember last time i was in a church of any description. probably the funeral of a family friend about 10 years ago. I'm sure God was as surprised as my PE teacher when I went to gym once...Didnt have any kit mind, just went to see his face :lol:
spendorman
17-03-2019, 10:10
cant remember last time i was in a church of any description. probably the funeral of a family friend about 10 years ago. I'm sure God was as surprised as my PE teacher when I went to gym once...Didnt have any kit mind, just went to see his face :lol:
Funny, yes, last time I was at church was for a funeral. time before, same again.
Wedding for me. Although it was C of E so probably doesn't count. :D
I've given up hope for Lent.
Actually, fasting isn't what it was. When my mother was young, you had to fast for twelve hours before Holy Communion. By the time I was a nipper it had dropped to three hours, then one hour. By now I expect you're OK as long as you're not actually eating as you approach the altar rails. I guess God must be getting more lenient in His old age.
The other thing on Good Friday was a Mass (mostly in Latin) that seemed to go on for ever, and which included a prayer for the conversion of the Jews. You couldn't have that now, of course. It's PC gone mad, I tell you!
Ha - all these rather draconian tales of 'church life as a Catholic' is so far removed from what I experienced when I grew up, so as to almost make me think we're talking about a different religion!:doh:
Things were rather more laidback/less staid in Catholic churches when I grew up, either when I went church at school or when I was at home, otherwise it would've probably put me off for life!!:eek:
My parents were strict Catholics, insofar as they went to mass, obeyed the 10 commandments, and as far as possible tried to lead a good (and holy) life, which was how I was brought up, but there was never the draconian control/brainwashing or 'doom and gloom', often portrayed here for life as a Catholic, or Christian.
My parents used religion to teach me good morals/manners , and how to be a caring and considerate person, all of which paid dividends, and which is why I continue practicing my faith to this day. The single most important thing to me in life is my Catholic faith, as God has given me so many wonderful things to be grateful for.
Marco.
Roman Catholic church up here is known as the chapel...not sure why.
My parents were strict Catholics, insofar as they went to mass, obeyed the 10 commandments, and as far as possible tried to lead a good (and holy) life, which was how I was brought up, but there was never the draconian control/brainwashing or 'doom and gloom', often portrayed here for life as a Catholic, or Christian.
My parents used religion to teach me good morals/manners , and how to be a caring and considerate person,
Marco.
I'd largely say the same but Joe is a bit older than us and a lot of things changed with Vatican II in '65.
I'd largely say the same but Joe is a bit older than us and a lot of things changed with Vatican II in '65.
Yeah. I'd mastered the Creed and the Our Father in Latin so as to qualify to be an altar boy, then, after a couple of years, it all switched to English. I stopped being an altar boy after a furious row with the parish priest over wearing 'unsuitable' shoes for an early morning Mass during the summer holidays. I remember saying 'I don't think God cares what shoes I wear', and that was it. I had to hand in my cassock.
Pigmy Pony
17-03-2019, 18:37
As with many things, our attitude towards religion will be largely influenced by our childhood experiences. My uncle used to 'pimp out' his wife and daughters to his friends from his local church group, while my step dad was apparently beaten almost daily by the nuns at the convent where he was raised. He's in the clink now and will die in there, good riddance.
It only takes a few bad apples...
Pigmy Pony
17-03-2019, 18:39
I suppose I should clarify that it's my uncle in jail, not my step dad.
As with many things, our attitude towards religion will be largely influenced by our childhood experiences.
Absolutely, which is why your views, in that respect, will be very different from mine. That thing with your uncle is horrible.
I've only ever had happy/positive experiences from being brought up and educated as a Catholic, both as a child and adult, plus having a belief in God has provided me with great comfort in difficult times, which is why my Catholic faith is a big part of my life - and always will be. Del's the same, and it's probably one of the reasons why we're so close and have been happily married now for nearly 30 years:)
Marco.
I've only ever had happy/positive experiences from being brought up and educated as a Catholic, both as a child and adult, plus having a belief in God has provided me with great comfort in difficult times, which is why my Catholic faith is a big part of my life - and always will be. Del's the same, and it's probably one of the reasons why we're so close and have been happily married now for nearly 30 years:)
Marco.
Caroline's a heathen Prod (C of E wing), but we're still happily together after nearly forty years.
Pigmy Pony
17-03-2019, 22:52
I don't think my views are different, as in spite of the experiences of others in my family I have no negative feelings towards religion, or religious folk. I simply take people as I find them - there are good 'uns and wrong 'uns in every walk of life. I did go to Sunday school at that particular church for 2 or 3 years, and only have good memories of that.
Beobloke
17-03-2019, 22:55
I was in a church last week for my father-in-law’s funeral - the first Irish Catholic funeral I’ve been to and, christ it was it dreary!
It went on for nearly two hours and I was shivering in the draughty old church by the end of it. Give me a nice, British, heathen cremation that’s over in 25 minutes any day!
On a more serious note, I genuinely hate burials. I think the idea of sticking someone you loved into a box and dumping them into the ground to be worm food is horrible. The father-in-law’s funeral was the worst as I was asked if I’d do a spot of pallbearing, which, of course, I was more than happy to do. Unfortunately, I didn’t realise this meant I’d be one of the people actually lowering him into the grave, which I did not like one bit.
Pigmy Pony
17-03-2019, 23:15
Crematoriums have better heating
My first hifi experience with Dad’s Ferguson 327RG probably rocking out to Adam Faith
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mum and dad had a radiogramme/ record player. was a nice piece with the usual Garrard deck in.. valve amp etc but in a fairly modern cabinet. He wasnt overly impressed and bought himself a sony music centre(top of the range in the day). It was a big leap forward, although now it wouldnt sound so great I guess.
spendorman
19-03-2019, 13:47
My parents 1950's Blaupunct Arkansas here, it's mono but with three speakers, big elliptical in the middle and two smaller units at either end of the cabinet. It has really good reproduction.
walpurgis
19-03-2019, 13:47
The old man had a big floorstanding HMV wind-up gramophone with a large folded horn inside that he played his 78's on. In the late fifties started buying LP's so he ripped the innards out of the HMV and installed a BSR autochanger deck, home built (and designed) valve amp and a 12" Rola speaker. He used that until he died.
It was one of these.
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This is the deck he installed.
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walpurgis
19-03-2019, 14:42
More 'snowflake' nonsense. Have people really got nothing better to do with their time? Some folk need a good kick up the arse!
https://www.itv.com/news/2019-03-19/firefighters-accuse-fireman-sam-and-peppa-pig-of-sexism/
JUST SHOWS HOW FAR UP THEIR OWN ARSES THE LONDON FIRE BRIGADE IS. :steam: Total BOLLOCKS; No wonder the country is where it is.:rolleyes:
This was deck out of Dad’s Ferguson
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https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190319/3d8f86bbfddd53d4ab56a9d50fdf922b.jpg
Pretty clean underneath
minty.. just out of sealed box:D
minty.. just out of sealed box:D
Was actually sat in Mum's loft like that for some years, I'd had the speaker out of it, a full range Celestion as I recall.
I was in a church last week for my father-in-law’s funeral - the first Irish Catholic funeral I’ve been to and, christ it was it dreary!
It went on for nearly two hours and I was shivering in the draughty old church by the end of it.
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Must have been a rush job then. You actually got off lightly. Don't ever go to a full Catholic Wedding Mass, you won't be out in under 3 hours.
Lol - mine didn't last that long!:eyebrows:
Marco.
spendorman
19-03-2019, 18:34
Lol - mine didn't last that long!:eyebrows:
Marco.
I know, I was there.
Exactly, and did the earth move for you that night, darling?:eyebrows:
Marco.
spendorman
19-03-2019, 18:37
Spike is said to have wanted on his tombstone "I told you I was ill"
spendorman
19-03-2019, 18:40
Exactly, and did the earth move for you that night, darling?:eyebrows:
Marco.
Well. perhaps it's best not to joke about it, I've seen too many pass away these last few years. In the last two years, my good boss from when I was at GEC / Marconi / BAE Systems, and my good boss from when I was at Electrolux.
Pigmy Pony
19-03-2019, 18:42
Lol - mine didn't last that long!:eyebrows:
Marco.
I think they're talking about the actual ceremony, not the wedding night :bonk:
Lol - mine didn't last that long!:eyebrows:
Marco.
Did you have the full nuptial mass though? Also depends on how many hymns they have. They can really pad it out. One I went to they had the hymns printed out and made into a booklet they handed out to everyone as they walked in. It was the size of a 'phone directory! Not so bad these days as it used to be as you can have a crafty look at your 'phone now and again to relieve the tedium.
Mine took 20 mins and was long enough.
If I was going to do it would have to be in Las Vegas. Just me and her, in and out in five minutes with 20 dollars worth of complimentary chips.
I think they're talking about the actual ceremony, not the wedding night :bonk:
:lolsign:
Has Anita still got that headache?;)
Marco.
Did you have the full nuptial mass though? Also depends on how many hymns they have. They can really pad it out. One I went to they had the hymns printed out and made into a booklet they handed out to everyone as they walked in. It was the size of a 'phone directory! Not so bad these days as it used to be as you can have a crafty look at your 'phone now and again to relieve the tedium.
Ha - I'm surprised you have to ask... Of course! One of my old school mates, who later became a priest, married us (in 1991), and we (Del and I) both enjoyed every minute of the wedding ceremony. Didn't last any longer than 2 hours, though:)
Still have the video, orders or service, and all sorts.
Marco.
Ha - I'm surprised you have to ask... Of course! One of my old school mates, who later became a priest, married us (in 1991), and we (Del and I) both enjoyed every minute of the wedding ceremony. Didn't last any longer than 2 hours, though:)
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Yeah stupid question in retrospect. :doh:
Pigmy Pony
19-03-2019, 19:29
Ha - I'm surprised you have to ask... Of course! One of my old school mates, who later became a priest, married us (in 1991), and we (Del and I) both enjoyed every minute of the wedding ceremony. Didn't last any longer than 2 hours, though:)
Still have the video, orders or service, and all sorts.
Marco.
My brother had his friend record his wedding on video. Then my sister went and taped Coronation Street over it, I kid you not. The bride was inconsolable. To be fair, he should have broke off the tab :(
My brother had his friend record his wedding on video. Then my sister went and taped Coronation Street over it, I kid you not. The bride was inconsolable. To be fair, he should have broke off the tab :(
You see if he'd had the full Catholic there's still be another 2 hours or so left of it on the tape after Corro had finished.
'The rebellious live in a sun-scorched land'. (Psalms 68:6)
My brother had his friend record his wedding on video. Then my sister went and taped Coronation Street over it, I kid you not. The bride was inconsolable. To be fair, he should have broke off the tab :(
Oh, FFS...:D:doh:
The daftie should've kept it somewhere safe!
Marco.
Some relative of the wife gave her a video of their wedding. Turned out to be a porn tape of her and her husband [emoji23] think I've still got it.. Ha ha. She never spoke to us again.
My brother's wedding was a full traditional Jewish service. I'd never seen one let alone attended but it was a beautiful event, quite different. The closest relatives of the bride and groom stand under the Hoopa, a canopy symbolising a tent, with the bride and groom and the Rabbi. A lot of the service was in Hebrew and there was a traditional choir. Even as a non Jew I was welcomed and made to feel comfortable and involved.
The only problem was it was a really hot day and the temperature in the synagogue was like the surface of the sun. I almost passed out a couple of times and it was a great relief to sit down after the 45 minute service, also to have a quick smoke with the Rabbi on the quiet.
One of the most interesting and enjoyable wedding I have attended was that of an Indian work colleague of mine who had the full Hindu ceremony.
There were probably well over 200 people there, but what surprised me at the time was that only the immediate family members actually took part in the ceremony. Everyone else was busy talking, catching up with the news, gossiping and probably doing business. The children were running around and playing games. Thinking about it, I shouldn't have been that surprised as in India (and in Africa), weddings and funerals are big occasions. People come from miles around, sometimes travelling for a few days to get there, so when they congregate they also take the opportunity to catch up on the news.
The opportunity to have a slap up meal is another draw - and needless to say, the reception at this particular wedding was excellent.
Pigmy Pony
19-03-2019, 22:55
Oh, FFS...:D:doh:
The daftie should've kept it somewhere safe!
Marco.
Now I think about it, it wasn't my brother's friend, it was my dad. So the tape will have been lying around the place till my brother and his new wife got back from their honeymoon. The year was 1981, there were only 3 TV channels, and no catch-up. So at least they got to watch the Corrie they missed while on holiday :)
walpurgis
19-03-2019, 23:05
Not been to many weddings really. Was photographer at a couple for friends and gave them each a decent album of piccies as their wedding present. Fair while ago, as it was 35mm roll film.
Pigmy Pony
19-03-2019, 23:11
Today me and Anita were invited to a wedding for the son of a regular customer of mine. They're Sikhs, and I really know nothing about that, so I guess I should read up a bit beforehand.
walpurgis
19-03-2019, 23:29
Today me and Anita were invited to a wedding for the son of a regular customer of mine. They're Sikhs, and I really know nothing about that, so I guess I should read up a bit beforehand.
Bloody thousands of 'em here. I had a couple of the locals do my car's MOT yesterday, good lads they are. I surprise some of them with a bit of Punjabi now and then, they think nobody white understands what they're saying.
Today me and Anita were invited to a wedding for the son of a regular customer of mine. They're Sikhs, and I really know nothing about that, so I guess I should read up a bit beforehand.
Enjoy, if it's your bag... The Sikh factor might make things interesting. I don't go to weddings unless I know the bride and groom well, and also most of the guests (so we all have something in common), as I don't do meaningless 'chit-chat' with strangers.
Marco.
https://www.huffingtonpost.ca/2014/04/09/sikh-wedding-etiquette-_n_5113553.html
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