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Title: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on July 25, 2013, 09:02:51 PM
..School holidays !

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Post by: Shush on July 25, 2013, 09:22:10 PM
I'll second that. The long journey into work takes half the time when the kids (and you teachers) are off school.
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on July 29, 2013, 12:41:56 PM
My garden is saying thank you to the rain.

It looks much happier now !

 :)
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on August 01, 2013, 09:39:59 PM
Going on holiday oop north tomorrow.
North Dalton in Yorkshire.
Not been before, so I'm looking forward to it.
Anywhere to look out for ?
Going to visit Whitby and York and do doubt the seaside at some point.
Hope the weather is nice ,not tooo hot like today.

 :)
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Post by: stompy13 on August 02, 2013, 11:19:41 AM
WW, get yourself to the Pickering steam ralley which is on until Sunday. Tale your wellies, though. I'd be there myself, but a new arrival has cancelled our summer trip this year  :) Have a great time up north. Ah, there is also a great veggie cafe in Grassington. And see if you can get to Brimham Rocks near Ripon.
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Post by: Toronto Popular Front on August 02, 2013, 12:20:05 PM
Sutton Bank, not that close to where you will be but the views on a clear day are well worth it
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Post by: Shush on August 02, 2013, 12:34:27 PM
Stop off at Robin Hoods Bay on your way to Whitby  :)
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Post by: Tony S on August 02, 2013, 01:58:34 PM
Going on holiday oop north tomorrow.
North Dalton in Yorkshire.
Not been before, so I'm looking forward to it.
Anywhere to look out for ?
Going to visit Whitby and York and do doubt the seaside at some point.
Hope the weather is nice ,not tooo hot like today.

 :)

Fish and chips at Trenchers in Whitby is a must, though as Stompy13 has mentioned a veggie cafe, I'm not sure if you are vegetarian, in which case it's a mustn't !  ::)

Agree with Shush about Robin Hoods Bay. Lovely little place with a great little pub called Ye Dolphin.

Riveaulx Abbey is a pretty impressive ruin !
https://maps.google.co.uk/maps?q=Rievaulx+Abbey,+Rievaulx,+Ryedale+District&hl=en&ll=54.257265,-1.113846&spn=0.000025,0.013797&sll=54.305908,-1.102924&sspn=0.050579,0.175781&oq=riveau&t=h&hq=Rievaulx+Abbey,&hnear=Rievaulx,+North+Yorkshire,+United+Kingdom&z=16&layer=c&cbll=54.257245,-1.118023&panoid=SqGqYpnfLWgEu3l2-Abxvw&cbp=12,58.54,,0,-14.5

York itself is also an interesting city to wander around.
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Post by: stompy13 on August 03, 2013, 08:44:39 PM
I've no idea if Witch is veggie or not, but it's still a great cafe and you can take your dog in as well  :) There is also a great cafe on the way up to the Abbey in Whitby through an archway on the right, but I can't remember the name of it for the life of me...can you help me out?

Filey Brigg is another good spot to get a bit of sea air, but Filey is a bit naff as a town, though. (Hope I haven't offended anyone :-[)
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on August 06, 2013, 10:20:29 AM
Got a bit of interwap signal !

We went to Whitby and we had fish and chips at The Magpie as (recommended by Rick Stein, off the telly) and they were lovely. The piece of lemon sole Jarrad (my younger son) had would of been enough to feed all of us ! Delish !
Went on a boat ride and did the Dracula experience (of course, rude not to). Saw the Abbey, can't miss it really.

I'm not a vegimaterian, I'm a gutsy cow and will eat anything, so any food is good food to me.
Had a lovely pub lunch in Goodmanham yesterday.

Going to York later on today. Mark went there when he was younger and I've never been, nor has Jarrad. There is a cat trail/walk thing that I want to go on, so that will be good.
The cottage has a little tabby visitor which is a surprise added bonus because I'm missing my two little black cats.

Laters, taters.

 :)
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Post by: stompy13 on August 06, 2013, 12:29:03 PM
...you'll need to visit the cat shop in York then  :)
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Post by: Stephanie D. on August 23, 2013, 02:07:57 PM
what make me happy is when i met Jonathan Davis from Korn last Tuesday in Paris (Fr) i still can't believe it lol  i sometimes take photos for a Metal webzine and last week, three persons and I met the korn's singer for an itw, in a beautiful hotel. I've never been to such a place before. The itw went very well. JD is very kind, simple, cool, very very touching. I took photos during the itw and at the end i had a photo with him. I told him two simple sentences i had to tell him since a very long time. He was very touched by my words and gave me a hug i didn't except at all. I was very surprised by that and also very very touched. The three persons who were with me told me this moment was very moving. It's an unforgettable moment for me. I really hope to cross his path once again. He's a really nice guy as Munky (guitar player) and Head (Guitar player) who were also in the hotel. they're 40 or little bit more and i can say they're really better than they were in the past.

(sorry for my broken english :/
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Post by: Knievel on August 29, 2013, 09:33:06 PM
What makes me happy is reading or speaking with people who speak broken English - there is something incredibly beautiful in a Berliners or a Spaniards or Greek or anyplace out of this Monkeyland take on the English language - just beautiful.
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Post by: Stephanie D. on August 30, 2013, 12:07:48 PM
lol






thx!
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Post by: sozbot on September 04, 2013, 11:03:24 AM
Sparkling wine (or ordinary wine for that matter), curry, chocolate. All things that are "bad" for me.

Also, spending time with my fella. Which I think is probably pretty good for me.  ;D
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Post by: purplehaze on September 07, 2013, 06:22:01 PM
how pleased to see me ,my dog hillage is when i return home from anywhere his tail wags so much his whole body shakes :) :)
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Post by: purplehaze on September 09, 2013, 09:53:37 PM
polishing my new doc martens ;D
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Post by: Barty on September 10, 2013, 06:49:24 AM
A return to the proper British weather....
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Post by: sozbot on September 10, 2013, 10:01:20 AM
A return to the proper British weather....

oh YES!! I'm a complete failure at being Australian. I HATE hot weather with a vengeance.
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Post by: Barty on September 10, 2013, 04:55:34 PM
I always sit inside the pub on hot days to avoid the glare of the sun!
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Post by: Tony S on September 10, 2013, 05:16:40 PM
On holiday to the Peak District for a week in a few days, so a bit more warm weather would be nice - please !
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Post by: purplehaze on September 11, 2013, 08:24:33 AM
one good thing about the cooler weather is the lack of midges,they were serious this year ,it was almost death by midgey. :D :D
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Post by: sozbot on September 12, 2013, 07:14:56 AM
one good thing about the cooler weather is the lack of midges,they were serious this year ,it was almost death by midgey. :D :D

That is definitely a good thing - as is the lack of wasps. I hate those things with a passion.
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Post by: Barty on September 14, 2013, 08:46:58 AM
My bro' and I were talking about wasps a couple of weeks ago. We decided they're quite rock 'n' roll and like stuff like early Metallica, Slayer and Sepultura (not W.A.S.P though). Then we decided dragonflies like prog and stag beetles like industrial.

Yes, we were pissed up.  :D
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Post by: Toronto Popular Front on September 14, 2013, 09:41:00 AM
My bro' and I were talking about wasps a couple of weeks ago. We decided they're quite rock 'n' roll and like stuff like early Metallica, Slayer and Sepultura (not W.A.S.P though). Then we decided dragonflies like prog and stag beetles like industrial.

Yes, we were pissed up.  :D
only thing i think you got wrong is stag beetles - i'm sure they are metal fans as they have the 'metal horns' on there heads! no need for raising arms and wasting energy, now that's evolution


i did hear earwigs like W.A.S.P.
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Post by: Barty on September 14, 2013, 09:53:45 AM
only thing i think you got wrong is stag beetles - i'm sure they are metal fans as they have the 'metal horns' on there heads! no need for raising arms and wasting energy, now that's evolution


i did hear earwigs like W.A.S.P.
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 ;D ;D I reckon you're right about stag beetles, come to think of it. Lovin' the thought of earwigs liking W.A.S.P! Greenflies like x-factor crap  ;D
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Post by: Stephanie D. on September 14, 2013, 01:46:00 PM
gigs and report photos that will start at the end of the month :) first one is My Sleeping Karma and Color Haze
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on September 19, 2013, 06:39:14 PM
Decency and respect from strangers to people like me - really that goes for anyone who doesn't fit into a "normal" litttle box
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Post by: Master Ray on September 19, 2013, 07:15:20 PM
OK, not something that makes me truly happy, just a thing that made me laugh... my Mum likes the TV show 'Big School'... there was a joke in last weeks episode about a support group for the kids that was an acronym of 'SPAFF' and the kids laughed their arses off...

My dear old Mum, over a very nice lunch, actually asked me what 'spaffing' meant...  what's worse, my stepdad started laughing...  :o

An awkward lunch, but I can laugh about it now... I think...

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Post by: Wessexy Witch on September 19, 2013, 07:35:40 PM
 :-[

I had to Google that !

Oeerrr.

 ;D

 :o
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on September 19, 2013, 08:42:36 PM
Choccy biscuits and a cuppatea.

*slurp*

 :)
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on September 29, 2013, 07:37:27 PM
http://www.bbc.co.uk/radio1/chart/updatealbums (http://www.bbc.co.uk/radio1/chart/updatealbums)


Number 19

 :)
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on September 29, 2013, 09:11:04 PM
My older son has got a new job.

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Post by: Barty on September 30, 2013, 08:38:16 AM
congrats - no mean feat these days. Hope he gets on OK.
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Post by: Stephanie D. on September 30, 2013, 05:47:33 PM
next gig and my next tattoo :)
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on October 02, 2013, 03:24:49 PM
congrats - no mean feat these days. Hope he gets on OK.

Thanks Barty.
It has been hard. The usual story,young,no real experience.
He worked Saturdays in a working mans club for a year then the work ran out.
He starts work this weekend in a big Wetherspoons in town.
So chuffed for him because he was getting really down about being out of work.

 :)
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Post by: Barty on October 02, 2013, 04:05:51 PM
Sounds like he's just the type of lad that deserves a job. Good luck to him. I think they're a pretty decent employer too.
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Post by: DannySan on October 03, 2013, 05:59:09 PM
Good Luck - I know a couple of people who work for Wetherspoons and they seem to be quite happy with their lot :)
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on October 03, 2013, 08:20:43 PM
Good Luck - I know a couple of people who work for Wetherspoons and they seem to be quite happy with their lot :)

Nice to know.

Cheers guys !

 :)
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Post by: DannySan on October 04, 2013, 07:10:36 AM
Black Coffee - where would I be without it?

 :-[
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Post by: Shush on October 15, 2013, 01:37:15 AM
Thinking about the UK dates next month  ;)
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Post by: Pim on October 15, 2013, 02:30:51 PM
My life and everything I see, hear, do, eat and whatnot.  :)
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Post by: mudgeek on October 15, 2013, 06:35:52 PM
"Money In The Bank" (P. G. Wodehouse)! Serious, though, being sure that NMA are going to play South America next year (in Sao Paulo, to be precise) and that I'm going to be able to attend without not having to give an arm and a leg for a ticket. So there!  :D
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on October 15, 2013, 08:56:55 PM
Cat flaps !

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Post by: Wessexy Witch on October 17, 2013, 07:32:51 PM
Come home to find a little bat flying around my front room !
 :)
Jet and Ebony were sat on top the telly watching it swoop around,but neither owned up to bringing it in.
 :-\
Mark said I couldn't keep it and scooped it up in a fishing net and let it go in my garden.
 :'(


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Post by: DannySan on October 18, 2013, 07:21:17 AM
Ha Ha funny you should mention bats... someone at work has brought a load of chocolate covered gingerbread bats in as the boss is off and we are all having an easy day  8)
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Post by: Tony S on October 25, 2013, 03:23:29 PM
Bats are very cool ! My girlfriend and I once stayed at a campsite near Robin Hoods Bay in North Yorkshire, and there was a footpath that had numerous trees on both sides. In the evenings there were so many bats swooping around there - we could stand a couple of feet apart and have them flying between us. It was great, and we nicknamed the path "Bat Alley" !  Whenever we're staying somewhere new on holiday, we always look out for them on Summer evenings. I remember a few years ago, one Spring day, around midday looking out into the back garden, and seeing something which at first glance looked like a brown leaf fluttering down from a tree, until I realised it wasn't just falling but flitting about. There were also lots of little swarms of dancing gnats and things about and I saw that it was a bat actively hunting them, which was very unusual to see in daylight. I took it to be a bat that had just woken up from hibernation and was feeling very hungry !!
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Post by: witch on October 25, 2013, 09:23:28 PM
A very nice postcard from the UK makes me very happy today  :) :) :)
Thank you very much and good night ;)
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on October 27, 2013, 04:08:50 PM
Bought my tickets for Frome yesterday.

I hope they finish the referb before we go there to play. It's only half size at the moment and it will be rather busy.

 :)
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on October 27, 2013, 04:29:25 PM
Wayne Hussey is loving BDAW.

 :)

Says so on The Mish facebook.

 :)
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Post by: DannySan on October 28, 2013, 05:53:25 PM
Fantastic weekend away in Chester with the girlfriend with no kids :)

Stayed in brilliant but expensive hotel and loved every minute of it.
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Post by: Master Ray on October 28, 2013, 08:07:11 PM
Chester is a bloody lovely place!  In fact, I'm at a bit of a loose end tomorrow, might pop over for a quick visit!
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on October 29, 2013, 08:14:13 PM
I had a lovely holiday based in Chester a few years ago too.

 :)
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Post by: DannySan on October 30, 2013, 08:06:14 AM
I've been a few times but this time we did things we'd not done before.

We went on a bus tour round the city. It is an old bus made in 1914 and the woman doing the talking is absolutely mad. It is worth it just to listen to her.

Had afternoon tea as well. That was great... cake and scones  8)
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Post by: Master Ray on October 30, 2013, 08:13:41 PM
If you go to Chester, its worth walking 'around the walls' that encompass the city, should take between 1 and 2 hours and such a nice thing to do.

And, if you're lucky, you might find Ed AJ busking, he does it quite a lot in Chester, seen him many a time...
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Post by: DannySan on October 31, 2013, 07:52:41 AM
Yes we walked the walls. It's a great way to see the city  :)
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Post by: dilla on November 01, 2013, 10:09:41 AM
My mate saw Ed busking in Chester a few years ago.I was in Malta working.I get a phonecall from said mate,who asked Ed to play intro to Vagabonds down the phone for me.Never forget it. ;D
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Post by: Master Ray on November 01, 2013, 07:52:36 PM
Whilst we're still on the subject of Ed in Chester, here's a lovely vid from Youtube (with some nice clips of Chester itself)...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vUO6kYLb6As

 :D
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on November 03, 2013, 03:13:49 PM
10p pumpkins in Sainsburys.
I've made enough pumkin and pecan loaf and a huge vat of pumpkin soup, to feed an army.

 :)
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Post by: Barty on November 03, 2013, 03:37:21 PM
Hmmm, could you pop some pumpkin soup in an envelope and send it me please....?  ;D
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on November 03, 2013, 07:18:59 PM
The postman would love that !

 ;D
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Post by: Frank on November 04, 2013, 10:44:48 PM
Riding through the hills on my mountain bike listening to NMA on the ipod........simple, energising and healthy!
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Post by: DannySan on November 05, 2013, 10:37:31 AM
What's a "mountain bike?"

 ;D
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Post by: purplehaze on November 07, 2013, 10:25:52 PM
walkin down to seven sisters waterfall five min,utes from where i live,and seeing five deer running accross my path :) :)
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Post by: Toronto Popular Front on November 08, 2013, 07:50:38 AM
walkin down to seven sisters waterfall five min,utes from where i live,and seeing five deer running accross my path :) :)
nothing better in the early hours than getting even a glimpse of them running through my local forest
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Post by: Tony S on November 08, 2013, 03:19:57 PM
walkin down to seven sisters waterfall five min,utes from where i live,and seeing five deer running accross my path :) :)

Sounds wonderful. Living near a waterfall, and close encounters with wildlife.  :)
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Post by: DannySan on November 12, 2013, 06:42:46 PM
Looking forward to this weekend  :)
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Post by: purplehaze on November 13, 2013, 06:09:12 PM
going to back of cd cabinet and finding old favourite cds you had totally forgot about :D :D :D :D :D
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Post by: Master Ray on November 13, 2013, 06:37:08 PM
going to back of cd cabinet and finding old favourite cds you had totally forgot about :D :D :D :D :D

So what did you find?
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Post by: purplehaze on November 13, 2013, 08:28:00 PM
 well i found zoundz -the curse of zoundz, and poisoned elecrick head- unmistakebly rainbow trout andlast but not least captain beefheart- safe as milk . A bit of a strange mixture when listened to in quick succession ;D ;)
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Post by: Stoney on November 19, 2013, 06:30:38 PM
The whole Manchester set, Ed's guest spots on Purity and Green & Grey and Kneivel were all amazing and making me happy ever since...........
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Post by: purplehaze on November 20, 2013, 11:08:17 AM
bein able to come on here and talk to other people about what  a top time we all had :)
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Post by: DannySan on November 20, 2013, 05:43:06 PM
Just bought my girlfriends three year old boy his first New Model Army t-shirt for Christmas  ;)
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Post by: purplehaze on November 21, 2013, 06:57:04 AM
my dog hillage ,bein so pleased to see us in the morning,yould think id been away for a month the way his tail waggs,he is always so happy to see me it makes us feel good every morning :) :)
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Post by: purplehaze on November 22, 2013, 06:57:49 PM
my little un standin next to dog with a cuddly toy wolf in her hand ,and sayin look mam im between dog and wolf ,made us laugh like ;D ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: purplehaze on November 25, 2013, 10:29:32 AM
booked myself in for my new tattoo :D
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Post by: Shush on November 25, 2013, 10:41:13 AM
What are you going to have Jane ??
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Post by: purplehaze on November 25, 2013, 04:51:47 PM
im getting cherry blossoms like off today is a good day,in red and black accross both shoulders with some swirly red and black spirally stuff ,i drew my own take off today is a good day,its along wait with this tattooist in carlisle 1st of feb next year ,already excited though.jane :)
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Post by: purplehaze on November 26, 2013, 11:03:18 AM
looking forward to nottingham ,seein nma,havin a laugh ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: Stephanie D. on November 26, 2013, 01:46:53 PM
a new tattoo :) after the last one that is on my chest that is one of my drawing.
my next tattoo will be a sentence about music with a silhouette of a band's singer i like. it will be in January, can't wait :)
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Post by: purplehaze on November 26, 2013, 07:13:29 PM
yeah my last one was a six hour chest piece,japanese cherry blossom and butterflies,hurt like a bastard as i dont have much meat on my bones like :)
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Post by: Stephanie D. on December 01, 2013, 05:08:51 PM
happy because NMA 's gig in Paris (Fr) is very soon. I'm going to discover the new songs 'Live' so i'm really curious to see how they sound. I'm sure it will be good, because i always prefer 'Live' version than 'studio' version.

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Post by: Wessexy Witch on December 04, 2013, 10:05:38 PM
The CD Fairy came yesterday with a live recording of the Cheese & Grain gig.

Thank you again oh man of mystery !

We really,really must meet up because I owe you rather alot of drinks and thank yous.

 :-*
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on December 04, 2013, 10:07:59 PM
I'm a Youth Mentor with this group and today I've been matched with a young person I met at an open day.

http://www.smashyouthproject.co.uk/


 :)
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Post by: Rusco on December 05, 2013, 08:48:23 AM
Lunch time makes me happy!

I Need More FOOD!
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Post by: DannySan on December 06, 2013, 12:50:06 PM
Coffee.... even my boys laugh at me now and say I'm an addict!
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Post by: rick a. on December 09, 2013, 08:49:45 PM
A new New Model Army disc is on the way to my house. I am happy.............
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on December 09, 2013, 08:54:38 PM
Won £25 on the lotto.

 :)

Not much,but it made me smile !
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Post by: Phill on December 11, 2013, 06:50:11 AM
My Ozircs - Vitamin Enhanced box set has arrived.
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Post by: DannySan on December 11, 2013, 12:59:51 PM
Won £25 on the lotto.

 :)

Not much,but it made me smile !

I've not won a penny on the Lotto since I met my girlfriend 2 years ago. I blame her!  ;)
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Post by: Master Ray on December 20, 2013, 07:07:03 PM
So... after six months of deeply worrying unemployment, I got a call that says that, yes, I am now rejoining the arena of the employed, starting Jan 2nd!

 :D

It's not a perfect job, but I'm so relieved, I had a pretty decent redundancy payment but it was running out fast and now I can start making plans for the things that really matter again, now that I'm gonna have a few quid coming in!  And I met quite a few people, also unemployed, who had it a lot worse than I did...

So, Yay me!  Just what I wanted for Christmas!

 ;D
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Post by: Shush on December 20, 2013, 07:15:04 PM
Well done mate.

I hope this will see you back on the NMA trail 2014 !! :)
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Post by: Ragamuffin on December 20, 2013, 08:23:35 PM
Cool! :)
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Post by: Master Ray on December 20, 2013, 08:56:13 PM
Cheers, guys.  I WILL be at the next NMA gig on these shores...
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Post by: jc on December 21, 2013, 06:38:40 AM
Well done Master Ray

Cheers

jc
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Post by: Barty on December 21, 2013, 09:12:14 AM
That's fantastic news mate - really pleased for you.

Have a good Christmas.

Barty  :)
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Post by: Marloes on December 21, 2013, 10:38:56 AM
Congrats Master Ray!!!!! :)
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Post by: Stephanie D. on December 21, 2013, 12:02:49 PM
well done Master Ray :)

i really wish that kind of stuff happen to me...but i'm unemployed since so long time that sometimes i think i'll never get a job.
I hold on to my photos, i can get a bit of money sometimes but it's very difficult to earn my life with that... i must have a job to have enough money to live and help my half to pay what we have to pay...
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Post by: Master Ray on December 21, 2013, 06:42:52 PM
well done Master Ray :)

i really wish that kind of stuff happen to me...but i'm unemployed since so long time that sometimes i think i'll never get a job.
I hold on to my photos, i can get a bit of money sometimes but it's very difficult to earn my life with that... i must have a job to have enough money to live and help my half to pay what we have to pay...

That breaks my heart to hear you say that, Steph D... but please don't give up.  A while back, I was unemployed for two years. I really, really struggled, as it sounds like you are doing right now.  It's so f-ing hard to get by, especially when so many people regard the unemployed as living the life of Riley... they're getting loads of free money at the taxpayers expense!  >:(  I know what bullshit that is, truly I do.  I know what it's like to apply for job after job and get nowhere...

But then, back then and totally out of the blue, I applied for yet another job and was therefore gainfully employed for five years... I'd still be there if it wasn't for the gleeful destruction of the NHS by this government... but that's for another thread...

Bottom line, good stuff does happen.  I truly hope it happens to you as it did to me.  You never know when the lightning will strike...

Big internet hug coming your way...

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Post by: Stephanie D. on December 22, 2013, 10:31:13 AM
thanks so much for your words Master Ray.. that go straight to my heart really . Thx again.
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Post by: DannySan on December 24, 2013, 12:26:15 PM
Congrats Ray - Well Done and good luck in your new job :)
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on December 24, 2013, 04:52:00 PM
Good luck everyone !

 :)
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Post by: Shush on December 25, 2013, 01:13:15 AM
Merry yule tide forum friends  :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) >:( :) ;D :D :) :)  :-X :-[ :P ::) :o
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Post by: Shush on December 25, 2013, 06:41:01 PM
My  youngest Son got me an A4 sized NMA logo, signed by the band he found on ebay for Xmas.

 :) :) :)
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Post by: Rusco on December 25, 2013, 07:52:13 PM
I'm so happy with the huge box I received from NMA shopkeepers few weeks ago. Two t-shirts (the black dogs tees), Carnival, Lost Songs double-cd, three coffee mugs and a cap with classical logos on them. I received the box the same day I had to send one of the mugs as a Christmas gift to a true NMA fan and long time friend - and it succeeded... I'm also so happy with the BDAW which in my opinion is one of the best NMA albums... The songs keep playing in my mind every single day.

Cheers / Love / hugs & take care,

T
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on February 01, 2014, 05:00:25 PM
Drilling through tiles !
Something I've been scared to do for ages, so now I have and I've got a new fancy shmancy shower holder thingy to show for it.

 :)

Little things eh ?

 :D
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on February 01, 2014, 05:41:25 PM
Happy New Luna Year.






Happy Imbolc

Blessed be.

Roll on the spring !

 :)
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Post by: jc on February 01, 2014, 06:18:04 PM
And a happy new year to you too

Cheers

jc
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on February 16, 2014, 04:11:39 PM
The wind and rain has stopped at last !!!

(http://www.4smileys.com/smileys/seasons-smileys/storm.gif)

 :)
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Post by: DannySan on February 16, 2014, 07:57:46 PM
Watching the Winter Olympics with my boys who cheered for the Jamaican 2 man bobsleigh team so much I thought the neighbours would complain!
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Post by: Rusco on February 19, 2014, 08:12:44 PM
Watching the Winter Olympics with my boys who cheered for the Jamaican 2 man bobsleigh team so much I thought the neighbours would complain!

Hey, they are a great and famous team. I've always been wondering where do they practise!? We've been watching the Olympics too. My wife's so happy with the success from cross-sountry skiing. Just waiting yet the last competitions of ice hockey, because Finns won Russia today and will go to finals either on Sat or Sunday.
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Post by: DannySan on February 20, 2014, 06:43:17 AM
I watched the ice hockey too I really enjoy it. I went to an NHL game in the US once.

Well Done Finland and good luck.

I don't think Mr Putin was very pleased  ;)
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on February 20, 2014, 06:20:27 PM
Nearly finished making my costume for the dress up day in National Book Week.

 :)

This will be me

(http://www.supportingeducation.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/roomonthebroom.jpg)
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Post by: Heno on February 20, 2014, 08:19:03 PM
I watched the ice hockey too I really enjoy it. I went to an NHL game in the US once.

Well Done Finland and good luck.

I don't think Mr Putin was very pleased  ;)

I try to watch hockey but I just can't follow the puck thing. maybe they should highlight it
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Post by: witch on February 20, 2014, 09:38:13 PM
Looks very nice  :)
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Post by: Rusco on February 21, 2014, 09:15:27 AM
Bugger! Finland vs. Sweden challenge is today! I have to see it although I'm at work! It's starting at 14:00 our time so there's only 2 tiny hours left.  :D 

Danny, it may be that this is the end. There's always so much passion with this particular and legendary set up with neighboring countries. That's Love & Hate.

But too often it ends up with Sweden mopping floors with us...  >:(

(http://is12.snstatic.fi/img/978/1288639420837.jpg)
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Post by: Shush on February 21, 2014, 10:33:52 AM
Rusco, at the risk of asking a daft question,,

what sport is it ?

 :-\
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Post by: DannySan on February 21, 2014, 12:25:53 PM
Rusco, at the risk of asking a daft question,,

what sport is it ?

 :-\

Ice Hockey at the Winter Olympics :)
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Post by: Shush on February 21, 2014, 03:13:58 PM
oh !

thanks Danny  :D
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Post by: Pol on February 21, 2014, 03:32:25 PM
Can't beat a good mugga hot tea ,plenty of sugar and a wee drop milk
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on February 21, 2014, 04:34:53 PM
Can't beat a good mugga hot tea ,plenty of sugar and a wee drop milk

Snap !

 :)
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Post by: Heno on March 03, 2014, 08:00:52 PM
posting the nma forum whilst working late on a presentation

keeps ya grounded

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Post by: Shush on March 04, 2014, 09:03:13 AM
 :P eating pancakes
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Post by: Pol on March 04, 2014, 12:28:30 PM
A long lie followed by a couple of nice bacon rolls
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Post by: Shush on March 14, 2014, 03:10:33 AM
Today if you click on my profile, you will see a slice  of cake  :)
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Post by: Shush on March 14, 2014, 10:08:10 PM
Today if you click on my profile, you will see a slice  of cake  :)

Happy Birthday Shush  :)

Oh,  :o ang on, that's me  :D
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Post by: Master Ray on March 14, 2014, 10:54:58 PM
It's your b'day?  Well, happy one of those, mate!

 :D

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Post by: Shush on March 14, 2014, 10:57:05 PM
Bless you M/Ray,  ;)
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on March 14, 2014, 11:51:00 PM
Yeah - Happy Birthday dude
 :-*
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Post by: Shush on March 15, 2014, 12:26:15 AM
Thanks Anna, now I am the same age as you  :D
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on March 16, 2014, 05:24:24 PM
Hope you had a happy birthday Shush.

 :)
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Post by: Rusco on March 16, 2014, 08:33:29 PM
Cheers Shush. You're three steps ahead of me.  :)
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Post by: Shush on March 16, 2014, 09:02:52 PM
Hope you had a happy birthday Shush.

 :)

Thanks Wezzy, I did. I took the day of with the wife, apparently I wanted to go clothes shopping  ::)
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Post by: Master Ray on March 16, 2014, 09:05:43 PM
Hope you got hold of some nice 'cloths'.  You gonna use them for cleaning or dusting..?

Yours, The Spelling Nazi.

 ;D

Just kidding, hope the day was a good 'un, mate. Hope you make it to Warrington.
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Post by: Shush on March 16, 2014, 09:15:45 PM
Oi, ya cheeky bugger, I changed it from cloths to clothes  ;)

Selpling hasz neva been my fortay.  ;D
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Post by: Rusco on March 16, 2014, 09:19:30 PM
Now that sounds rather my English!  ;D
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Post by: Master Ray on March 16, 2014, 09:53:30 PM
On a different note... Fred Phelps (of the Westboro Baptist Church) is, according to sources, 'on his deathbed'...
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Post by: Heno on March 17, 2014, 11:37:54 AM
granary bread toasted with nutella and sliced banana

comfort food
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Post by: Shush on March 17, 2014, 07:29:04 PM
Now that sounds rather my English!  ;D

Your English is top notch Rusco, I only realised from posts in recent weeks that you were Finnish.

We on these Isles would have to admit a level of arrogance with our language, we kind of expect everyone to speak it, and to be fair, most other nations seem to teach it very well. Learning foreign languages here seems less of a priority   
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Post by: Master Ray on March 17, 2014, 07:56:42 PM
Now that sounds rather my English!  ;D

Your English is top notch Rusco, I only realised from posts in recent weeks that you were Finnish.

We on these Isles would have to admit a level of arrogance with our language, we kind of expect everyone to speak it, and to be fair, most other nations seem to teach it very well. Learning foreign languages here seems less of a priority

We do.  I've met so many people from 'foreign' lands who speak and write better English than a lot of us folk...

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Post by: Rusco on March 17, 2014, 08:29:11 PM

Your English is top notch Rusco [...]

Thanks a lot, Shush. But in history there have been couple of issues here too where I've used a totally contrary term than what I had to. Then the meaning goes upside down and the party time of confusing mess is right there, hehe. Also, I guess at times I may use some funny or a bit strange words that you as native speaking English men would hardly never use in the situation, or there's a too strong meaning for the case.

Quote
We on these Isles would have to admit a level of arrogance with our language, we kind of expect everyone to speak it, and to be fair, most other nations seem to teach it very well. Learning foreign languages here seems less of a priority

There are few accents that I've found quite difficult with English in general. Scottish for example, and I remember a case where I really had to give up finally after a 5 min long try of conversation  :-\.

In Finland we have to decide in schools do we take a long or short study period of English and Swedish. On the other hand, Swedish is the second official language. Most of the Finnish can speak quite fluent English, but pronounciation is not so good - even terrible at times. You probably know formula drivers Kimi Raikkonen and Mika Hakkinen? Aaand the legendary ski jumper Matti Nykaenen? :) Their pronounciation is just terrible.
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Post by: Pol on March 17, 2014, 09:53:36 PM
Just bought a original 70s/80s Anti Nazi League Badge on ebay
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Post by: Shush on March 17, 2014, 11:28:49 PM
Don't worry Rusco, there are many accents over here I also have difficulty understanding  ;D
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Post by: Rusco on March 18, 2014, 09:15:46 AM
Newcastle has a great tone with their rrRRR  letters...  RRRRR`n`B. DrrRRrrummy B.  :)
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Post by: Master Ray on March 25, 2014, 09:18:21 PM
Bloody hell, The Pixies have a new album out next month!  First one in 23 years!

I'm so happy, I could just shit.

One of my favourites...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xf20Effo6ds
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Post by: witch on March 25, 2014, 10:42:18 PM
I just got back at home at the moment .Ive spent 20 great and wonderfull  hours in Bradford  makes me really more than happy :)
I wish a nice evening
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Post by: Heno on March 27, 2014, 08:41:05 PM
game of thrones season 2

married for 22 years tomorrow to the most stunning woman in the whole universe (just making sure it stands up when they discover life elsewhere in the cosmos)
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Post by: Master Ray on March 27, 2014, 08:49:46 PM
Married for 22 years?  Shit, most of my past relationships lasted about 22 days!   :-\

Big respect to yourself and your good lady wife.
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Post by: Heno on March 27, 2014, 09:07:03 PM
cheers man



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kjCCJp9BqpE (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kjCCJp9BqpE)
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Post by: Shush on March 27, 2014, 11:49:59 PM
game of thrones season 2

married for 22 years tomorrow to the most stunning woman in the whole universe (just making sure it stands up when they discover life elsewhere in the cosmos)

Congrats Heno  :D

Coming up for our 19th this summer. Suppose I should start coming with ideas to celebrate the big 20 next year  :o
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on March 28, 2014, 05:11:52 PM
You two sure you're old enough to have been married that long ??

 :)
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Post by: Heno on March 28, 2014, 06:09:54 PM
i hasten to point out that there is a difference between age and maturity.


I can safely say that i can tick the box on the age thing......... ;)
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Post by: Shush on March 28, 2014, 06:57:37 PM
You two sure you're old enough to have been married that long ??

 :)

Well, I certainly feel it Wezzy, but at the same time, I'm glad to say, the older I get, the dafter I get  :D
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Post by: witch on March 30, 2014, 06:42:12 PM
Today Ive celebrate my 40 th b- day I had a nice and  good day with family and  friends and I got a lovely present from my brother in law
2 Tickets for the NMA X-Mas show in Cologne   :)
So today was a very good day   ;)
I wish you a nice evening
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Post by: Heno on March 30, 2014, 07:07:01 PM
happy birthday witch
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on March 30, 2014, 07:47:05 PM
Happy Birthday !

(http://media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/4d/4b/da/4d4bda29502c47f9616ed75d61a6e2ae.jpg)

  :-*
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Post by: witch on March 31, 2014, 07:05:58 PM
happy birthday witch
Thank you Heno
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Post by: Master Ray on March 31, 2014, 07:15:27 PM
Got my NMA ticket for Warrington.

Yay, me!
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Post by: witch on March 31, 2014, 07:21:53 PM
Happy Birthday !

(http://media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/4d/4b/da/4d4bda29502c47f9616ed75d61a6e2ae.jpg)
Thank you Wessexy Witch for your lovely cake
I wish you a nice evening

  :-*
Happy Birthday !

(http://media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/4d/4b/da/4d4bda29502c47f9616ed75d61a6e2ae.jpg)

  :-*
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Post by: Heno on April 01, 2014, 11:26:54 PM
^^^^brilliant

one all against bayern. for no other reason than to take out some frustration

no matter what anyone thinks. problems run deep. and with 150m to spend even a dope would have you competing. which might enough for the money men. i don't want to be an arsenal fan
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Post by: Ron B on April 02, 2014, 05:48:14 PM


Just Booked a 7 day vacation for my summer trip. In a little over 2 months I will be on on a Beach in Aruba chilling out with a drink or many drinks in my hand ;D under my palapa listening to some NMA among other artist at  my Oceanfront Resort. Life is Good  ;D ;)
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on April 04, 2014, 05:33:14 PM
This years first vase of Tulips out of the garden.

Landing a 120k contract that keeps the guys in work for another few months.

I Love The World !!!!

 8)
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Post by: Heno on April 04, 2014, 07:52:41 PM
fantastic news ray and anna

mine is a little simpler. waiting for a chinois to soak up the devils bit whilst watching season one of sherlock.

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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on April 06, 2014, 07:36:28 PM
Triple header today - guess it must be a good day!

1 - Finally one of the local kids stopped being too scared of his mates/embarrassed/fearful to talk to me.
2 - Got 2 messages off OK Cupid  :o
3 - Checked out my youtube video and I've got 213 views! Far out!!!!

 :-*
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Post by: Rusco on April 06, 2014, 08:10:26 PM
I liked this weekend a lot although my headache is still immanent. Yesterday we chopped some wood and started to fill a new 6 cubic meters rack for them. I call it "a rack" because it's built on heavy pallets without walls; just several stilts carrying the roof above it. Today our neighbours also came over here and called us for a cup of coffee and cake. We went there and they are a very nice family. Now I've drank couple of beers as well and go sleep soon. Getting ready for the next week... :)
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on April 07, 2014, 12:05:28 PM
Skool hols.

2 weeks off.


 :)
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Post by: Shush on April 07, 2014, 04:30:43 PM
Skool hols.

2 weeks off.


 :)

That's your reward for making all those pancakes  ;D
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Post by: Rusco on April 08, 2014, 06:40:31 PM
Oh, lovely. Finally my mate helping with timber work arrived. When I peel of the logs and find all the worms, I remove the tree cover and put the pieces on a stone like a plate. And Robin come over and eat the worms.

European robin. (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/European_Robin)  :-*
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Post by: Master Ray on April 08, 2014, 06:55:18 PM
Just laid down final plans to meet with some old friends tomorrow night... one of our number now lives abroad but is over for a few days...

In the mid-90's, we were in a band together... possibly the worst band that ever formed on Gods sweet earth... but we had so many laughs in the couple of years we were playing.  And on the very rare occasions we've all hooked up since, we've added a thousand more laughs to that score, remembering all the stupid shit we did...

It's fun to be in a band, even if you're awful...  :D





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Post by: Heno on April 08, 2014, 09:03:42 PM
president higgo's trip to the UK. great man
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on April 08, 2014, 09:06:03 PM
president higgo's trip to the UK. great man

Um.... ????????
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Post by: Heno on April 08, 2014, 09:24:36 PM
irish president is on a state visit to the UK. He said that this is not about amnesia, it is not about forgetting the past. also its about drawing a line in the sand and looking forward with cherished friends, the people of england.

i thought is was a nice touch

and then to portray just how good this guy is i gave him a nickname - president higgo

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Post by: Master Ray on April 08, 2014, 09:33:58 PM
Ah, get it now, thanks for that.
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Post by: Heno on April 08, 2014, 09:42:03 PM
here he is at his best

no joke ray, this deserves a thread of its own

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B5OWRRJh-PI (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B5OWRRJh-PI)

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Post by: Master Ray on April 15, 2014, 07:19:30 PM
I tend to lose track of dates, being kind of a vague person at the best of times...  ;)

So what made me happy today was suddenly realising that NMA in Warrington is just a week and half away! 

 :D

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Post by: Wessexy Witch on April 17, 2014, 03:09:29 PM
I was in The Red Lion in Cricklade just now and Suggs came in to have lunch !

SSSSSUUUGGGSSSYYYYYY !

 8)
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Post by: Master Ray on April 17, 2014, 06:31:08 PM
I was in The Red Lion in Cricklade just now and Suggs came in to have lunch !

SSSSSUUUGGGSSSYYYYYY !

 8)

Suggs is awesome.  No other opinions are valid.  End of.

You read his autobiography?  Well worth getting hold of.
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Post by: Shush on April 17, 2014, 06:39:41 PM
I was in The Red Lion in Cricklade just now and Suggs came in to have lunch !

SSSSSUUUGGGSSSYYYYYY !

 8)

Suggs has spent all afternoon phoning the band, friends, anyone in the music industry -- "Hey, you'll never  guess who I saw in the Red lion, Wezzy Witch !!!"

 :D
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Post by: Pol on April 17, 2014, 07:28:03 PM
Just ordered my new nma baseball cap and looking forward to wearing it with pride.
Im very much a hat person baseball cap for the summer to keep the sun off my bald head lol woolly number for the winter We only get two seasons in Scotland cold and slightly warmer
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on April 17, 2014, 08:23:44 PM
I was in The Red Lion in Cricklade just now and Suggs came in to have lunch !

SSSSSUUUGGGSSSYYYYYY !

 8)

Suggs has spent all afternoon phoning the band, friends, anyone in the music industry -- "Hey, you'll never  guess who I saw in the Red lion, Wezzy Witch !!!"

 :D

He did go outside to have a fag and use his phone !!

 :D
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on April 17, 2014, 08:26:54 PM
The day got even better because ....

No new washing machine for me to buy, I mended mine all by myself *Smug face*

Worked out the problem.. slow fill, water taking all day to go in.
It's the valves.
Bought new valves off espares.
£40 the pair.
Fitted them today.
Jobs a goodun !

 (http://www.4smileys.com/smileys/work-smileys/washer_smiley10.gif)
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Post by: Heno on April 17, 2014, 08:59:32 PM
locked

if that makes any sense
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on April 18, 2014, 07:34:53 PM
Making orange and carrot cake now.

*slurp*

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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on April 28, 2014, 04:58:24 PM
That one day you catch each Spring when everything hangs together just beautifully - the lime green of the birch, hornbeam and hazel leaves, the russet green of the oaks, the new fronds from the ferns and underneath the lot a sea of electric blue from the bluebells. Sometimes the Garden Of England actually lives up to it's billing.
 :)
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Post by: purplehaze on May 01, 2014, 08:09:38 PM
singing along to my favourite songs whilst cooking tea,with a couple of my many children on backing vocals :D
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Post by: Heno on May 01, 2014, 08:21:03 PM
how many exactly?


today our son got his first car from his grandparents. so very happy or him. now i gotta go co-pilot. maybe this is a 50/50 post. one in here and one in whatever makes you sad.....
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Post by: purplehaze on May 02, 2014, 08:39:37 AM
six :)
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on May 02, 2014, 05:59:59 PM
3 day weekend

 :)
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Post by: Master Ray on May 15, 2014, 10:54:25 PM
I FINALLY got a music-loving mate into NMA and it looks like he'll be joining us for Nottingham...   :D

Oh, to be an NMA virgin again...  ;)
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Post by: jc on May 16, 2014, 06:05:49 AM
Well done, we have lots of lists of how we would do it but not many success stories, what was the winning formula that you used.

Cheers

jc
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Post by: Rusco on May 16, 2014, 07:39:38 AM
I think the best way to get new fans to "shanghaid" is to play the music at the background now and then, different albums and not to mention about the band at all. It may take for a while but later on, sooner or later they'll ask what the band is. At last, when you put Navigating By The Stars in to the player.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on May 16, 2014, 05:31:40 PM
Oi Ray! - What JC said.

How d'ya do it? How did you manage to convert the poor bugger!

 ;D
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Post by: Heno on May 22, 2014, 07:43:18 PM
thunder and consolation

followed by live rarities

if they don't like them after that then........well

try then the first four off the love of hopeless causes

play the first four songs off eight and a little snelsmore wood

then some big guitars

if they don't like them after that then........don't tell anybody you know them....ok?
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Rusco on May 27, 2014, 07:40:18 PM
Well not happy but LAUGHING out loud!  ;D I read an article today that there's been some research to find out who / what ethnical culture have the biggest heads. The result is us! Finns have the most enormous skulls in the world!  I'm a big head. ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on May 28, 2014, 04:18:23 PM
Just managed to get a awesome tribal mask My mates runs a small second hand shop n has a stall at the car boot sale.Had my eye on the mask for a few weeks but funds were low finally managed to some serious haggling n trading and bring it home where it belongs.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on May 29, 2014, 07:45:28 PM
The first few Orchids coming into flower out in the fields behind the cemetery. Seems it don't matter how crap you feel Gaia will find something to put a smile on your face and give your soul a hit if you choose to look.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Amandistan on May 30, 2014, 05:36:49 AM


The only time i am ever truly happy is among nature or music. I go on bike rides at 4 in the morning. it really dark because there are no street lights where I ride. I have a couple of very weak bike lights so it's like blindly riding and that feeling of fear/excitement, adrenaline.I ride until the sun comes up and there are no cars or people on the road. Just the occasional rabbit or nocturnal animal. I am then momentarily happy.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on May 31, 2014, 06:53:39 PM
http://www.swindonadvertiser.co.uk/news/11247979.Youngsters_take_on_85_mile_charity_trek/

 :)

Josh is my Mentee.
I'm so proud.

 :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on June 02, 2014, 05:06:59 PM
Fantastic Wessexy - that is happy stuff
 :-*
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on June 02, 2014, 06:26:38 PM
Thank you Anna.

 :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on June 06, 2014, 10:34:16 PM
Seeing who's on-line as I type this, my lesser spotted mates these days, Barty and Ruckdout  :), oh and you Heno ;)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Heno on June 06, 2014, 10:56:50 PM
yeah, I've been distracted with all sorts including this aching back so lurking more than posting

Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on June 06, 2014, 11:14:21 PM
oh don't start me off on aches and pains. Arthritis,  tendonitis, I already did a big post tonight.
Also, M/Ray would need to chip in with his dodgy back.  :o
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on June 06, 2014, 11:16:06 PM
What makes me happy...?

Talking to you lovely buggers.

 :D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on June 06, 2014, 11:19:05 PM
some people are so easily satisfied  ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Heno on June 06, 2014, 11:23:46 PM
lifes little pleasures
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Barty on June 07, 2014, 11:27:27 AM
Having Shush as a mate.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on June 07, 2014, 01:44:43 PM
What makes me happy...?

Talking to you lovely buggers.

 :D

Nutter !
 :P :P :P
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Amandistan on June 09, 2014, 06:24:04 PM
Picking up turtles on the road and bringing them to the safety of the river and prevent them from being killed by cars. Just knowing that I saved them and getting close up to wild-life is amazing.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Rusco on June 09, 2014, 09:21:59 PM
That's great Amandistan you helped them.

We're so happy about the huge amount of bird's nests in our garden right now which is full of life. The little birds make so funny noise there. I & my wife actually love birds.  :)

I just hope our neighbour understands to keep their cat inside the house. It's a master hunter.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on June 11, 2014, 06:12:54 PM
Being able to get back online after a few days with my phone cut off thanks to not being able to pay the bill...   :D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Johnz on June 12, 2014, 05:25:38 PM
I love this:

http://htwins.net/scale2/

I wouldn't go as far as saying that it makes me happy, but it's a great tool to help me put things into perspective.

Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on June 14, 2014, 12:46:46 PM
I love this:

http://htwins.net/scale2/

I wouldn't go as far as saying that it makes me happy, but it's a great tool to help me put things into perspective.

Even had the minecraft universe in it  :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on June 15, 2014, 08:37:56 PM
Finally, after quite a good number of years, finally finding and making contact with someone you were romantically involved with 'back in the day' and that relationship had a bit of a horrible ending... and then having a bit of an internet 'chat' and putting all that awful stuff to rest.

I'm sure a lot of us have had bad relationships in the past, but we've grown up and can see those same people as friends.  I feel so much better for this.

 :)

Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Heno on June 16, 2014, 09:35:52 PM
nice


our little outcrop in the mid atlantic

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xfp1/t1.0-9/10371982_649160338508796_450000459190205845_n.jpg)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on June 20, 2014, 10:51:32 PM
Does anyone else use the "add to buddies" list facility. I got four buddies on-line at this time.  :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Heno on June 20, 2014, 11:03:21 PM
what does it do?
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on June 20, 2014, 11:05:48 PM
When you log on, if there is a few on-line, it will say, 1, 2 buddies on-line, and highlight their name. To add people, click on their name, the add to your list option is there. Now at this time, I still got four. Barty has gone off, but Brian-DC has joined.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Amandistan on June 21, 2014, 07:37:28 AM
The fact that my body-fat percentage is now 20% (which is in the athletic range) after being considered over-weight a year and a half ago. Also having the knowledge to help other people live a healthier lifestyle.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Heno on June 21, 2014, 10:08:20 AM
oh I like that one. how did you do it? whats improvements did you make at the outset?

When you log on, if there is a few on-line, it will say, 1, 2 buddies on-line, and highlight their name. To add people, click on their name, the add to your list option is there. Now at this time, I still got four. Barty has gone off, but Brian-DC has joined.

got it. I never think of checking who is online to be honest. in fact I think my browser is almost permanently connected anyway.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on June 21, 2014, 01:28:06 PM
Good for you Amandistan.

What is the point of the buddy thing then chaps or am I missing something? There's that bit at the bottom of the main board page which tells ya' who's online so what does it add? (I am a Luddite  ;D )
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on June 24, 2014, 07:46:14 PM
I think I mentioned, quite a while back, about how my beloved and deceased Grand-dad was an MBE war hero and a big figure in the Royal British Legion... when he passed away, he was commemorated in a RBL stall at my local market, complete with copper plaque and everything... but Cheshire East council (bastards) have thrown them out in favour of, I dunno, something that will pay more ******* money or something...  >:(

Well, the RBL have a new home, just up the road, and there's a big new (re)dedication ceremony tomorrow morning, 10AM, at the new 'Ernest Cope Centre', dedicated to all war veterans and ex-army folks who might need a little help...

I will be there, in a rarely smart condition, so proud of my Grand-dad...   :'(
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on July 07, 2014, 07:28:13 PM
A simple bus trip across the countryside (Stewarton to Irvine in Ayrshire Scotland) approximately 10 miles each way
Just the amazing beauty of the countryside on a summer's day the different shades of the fields the elevation changes, the trees,cows and sheep, the farmer out working the with the birds swooping over his tractor and the hills of the Isle of Arran in background.
I love the world lol
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on July 08, 2014, 06:03:08 PM
Ran into an old friend / workmate today, who I haven't seen in 7 or 8 years, and it was just like yesterday...

Even better, we popped into a nearby pub and he was completely happy to buy the drinks (seeing as he's working and I'm not, right now, and I'm pretty broke) without any expectation from me for him to do so... he was just happy to catch up and be in my company.

Well, that's my faith in human nature restored a bit...  :D

Be warned, though, I've had a few drinks so I might post some utter bollocks later...

 ;D



Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Amandistan on July 09, 2014, 08:40:40 AM
The fact that i get my first day off work in 10 days. Only I have to wait until Saturday.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on July 25, 2014, 08:03:01 PM
Proper Sunny dayz  ;)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on July 26, 2014, 03:31:42 PM
This is gonna sound really British but the weather being that bit cooler today
Yesterday was the hottest day Scotland has seen in over 9 years
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on July 26, 2014, 03:41:20 PM
Still roasting in the Midlands today. Just stepped outside, and thought no, more sun burn !!
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on July 27, 2014, 01:29:41 PM
Schools out for summer !

 8)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on July 27, 2014, 05:46:21 PM
Schools out for summer !

 8)

Does this mean that those small, loud and annoying things are unleashed on the streets again... what are they called again?  Oh yeah, 'children'...

 :(

Just kidding, hope the kiddies have a lovely summer.  Also, teachers.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on July 28, 2014, 12:35:47 PM
I loose count of how many parents say "What am I going to do with them for 6 weeks ?". I usually say "All the things you don't have time for during school time", with a slightly sarky smile, or "Cook, read, talk, walk, laugh, play that doesn't cost anything." Or.. " 6 weeks ? More like 20 years because that's how long he/she will hang around for!".

 >:(
 ;)
 :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Heno on July 28, 2014, 12:54:56 PM
lol


anyway, big L takes a call this morning from a friend who has found a kitten that is no more than 4 days old. she goes out there and finds two more. it so happens that we have a cat that has 3 kittens of her own that are now 3 weeks old and thriving. L took the current kittens away from the mother and gave them to our doting jack russell Dot who is taking care of them. and the mother cat is now nursing the 3 orphans.

Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on July 28, 2014, 01:05:51 PM
Send um out to work, cleaning cars, cutting lawns, shining shoes  :(
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Heno on July 28, 2014, 01:13:04 PM
they're kittens shush....
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on July 28, 2014, 01:18:47 PM
Send um out to work, cleaning cars, cutting lawns, shining shoes  :(

The kittens or the kids ?

 :D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on July 28, 2014, 01:28:43 PM
Well I suppose the kids could shine shoes with the kittens ?  ::)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Heno on July 28, 2014, 01:33:52 PM
oh my jello

next you'll be impaling them on sticks and using them as self cleaning feather dusters
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on July 28, 2014, 01:37:27 PM
Instead of hamsters ?
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on August 19, 2014, 01:48:39 PM
Just got my Justin Sullivan t shirt with the changing of the light lyrics on the back (good old ebay lol) Think nma related t shirts are my new collection
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Heno on August 19, 2014, 09:50:58 PM
Instead of hamsters ?

ahahaha

coming back in here after a long day and seeing loads of interesting new posts - feels good
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on August 19, 2014, 10:17:39 PM
Don't ask me about shining shoes...  had a nasty situation during a holiday in Chicago a couple of years back... it turned out OK but I genuinely thought that it might turn bad... ask my mate Dan if you see him...  :(
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Heno on August 20, 2014, 07:09:40 AM
thats a little cryptic ray

guess its a funny story.....in the end
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on August 20, 2014, 11:43:54 AM
6 Ember Tetras.

 :)

(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j376/wonderstruckgrl/fish.gif)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on August 22, 2014, 06:16:39 PM
thats a little cryptic ray

guess its a funny story.....in the end

Not a funny story, mate, but one that was a bit worrying at the time... me and my mate, during our Chicago holiday, were coming back from a baseball game, a few beers inside us, and some guy who called himself 'the shoeshine man' blocked us off and started trying to 'shine our shoes' despite repeated requests for him not to... once he got a couple of swipes on our shoes, he started demanding money and when we refused, he turned it into an angry shouting racial issue (he was a black lad...)... looked like it could turn out a bit nasty but he eventually fucked off, shouting about white people (um, a reverse racial issue?)... bit worrying if you're in the US and you have it, in the back of your mind, that guns are legal there...  :(

Anyway, this is supposed to be a 'happy' thread... my out-of-work situation looks like it might get better in the next couple of weeks... God knows I need it, cash is well tight right now...   :o
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Rusco on August 23, 2014, 08:59:37 PM
My wife joined the Other Side.  :-*
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on August 23, 2014, 09:06:47 PM
My wife joined the Other Side.  :-*

Better than joining the Dark Side...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-bzWSJG93P8

 :o
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Rusco on August 23, 2014, 09:18:19 PM
Better than joining the Dark Side...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-bzWSJG93P8
 :o

Haha. FB you know.

PS. Was it you that we stood in front of at the Forum gig last November? The one who took the vids there?  ???
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on August 23, 2014, 10:18:52 PM
Better than joining the Dark Side...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-bzWSJG93P8
 :o

Haha. FB you know.

PS. Was it you that we stood in front of at the Forum gig last November? The one who took the vids there?  ???

Nope, mate, only been to The Forum (cracking good venue, by the way) once, back in 2006 for Lacuna Coil.

But if you can make it to Nottingham in December, I'll do my best to stand behind you for that one!
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Rusco on August 26, 2014, 08:18:05 AM

But if you can make it to Nottingham in December, I'll do my best to stand behind you for that one!

Cool. We gonna have some coreograph or waving hands in the air?
Now, wait a minute you must be the guy on the balcony next to Shush...  ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on August 26, 2014, 02:56:50 PM
[quote on the balcony next to Shush...  ;D
[/quote]

Shush will be down the front, not on the balcony !!  :D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on August 27, 2014, 06:32:41 PM
[quote on the balcony next to Shush...  ;D

Shush will be down the front, not on the balcony !!  :D
[/quote]

I guess that means that the leg problem you had in Warrington has cleared up... hope so, mate! You walking properly again, old son?   ;)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on August 27, 2014, 08:44:04 PM
Anyway, after being desperately and horribly unemployed for a while and assuming my references check out (which they should do...  ???) then... YAY, I GOT A JOB!!!!!

Been out of work for about eight months, haven't been able to pay the bills, money worries mounting up... such awful shit when much of the UK populace think that unemployed folk are just like those awful cunts on shows like BENEFIT STREET...

I can't believe to say how relieved I am... 

Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Heno on August 27, 2014, 10:06:00 PM
good news ray, happy for you. hope it all works out.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: jc on August 27, 2014, 10:13:02 PM
Nice one Master Ray.

Cheers

jc
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on August 28, 2014, 01:27:23 AM
Anyway, after being desperately and horribly unemployed for a while and assuming my references check out (which they should do...  ???) then... YAY, I GOT A JOB!!!!!

Been out of work for about eight months, haven't been able to pay the bills, money worries mounting up... such awful shit when much of the UK populace think that unemployed folk are just like those awful cunts on shows like BENEFIT STREET...

I can't believe to say how relieved I am...

Brilliant mate, very pleased for you, hope it works out. Yes, foot has improved, still a bit iffy but I have now finally stopped limping, thanks for asking  ;) :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on August 28, 2014, 05:28:40 PM
Good stuff Ray - chuffed to bits for ya'  :-*
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on August 28, 2014, 05:40:16 PM
Sorry I'm a bit out of date with whats being happening on board.
So well done Ray on getting a job Hope your happy in it and all goes well
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on August 29, 2014, 12:10:11 PM
Ace news Ray.

 :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on August 29, 2014, 02:38:03 PM
A bit of a weird one Went out to the shop today and felt really good to have the wind and rain in my face. Lets you know that your still alive
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on August 29, 2014, 04:43:23 PM
A bit of a weird one Went out to the shop today and felt really good to have the wind and rain in my face. Lets you know that your still alive

A good hard blow can make you feel glad to be alive for sure  :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on August 29, 2014, 06:02:46 PM
A bit of a weird one Went out to the shop today and felt really good to have the wind and rain in my face. Lets you know that your still alive

A good hard blow can make you feel glad to be alive for sure  :)

Oooh, Mat...

(pause)

I've made this joke before, haven't I?

 ;)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Tony S on September 05, 2014, 02:16:38 PM
Off on holiday tomorrow, for a week in Cornwall

"On the 30 westbound, to the diamond water"   :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on September 05, 2014, 05:57:57 PM
A letter from a London specialist Hospital Clinic for referral for a certain surgery. I am gonna get so pissed tonight !!!! There might even be dancing.  ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Heno on September 05, 2014, 07:16:27 PM
i'm happy that people are happy
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Rusco on September 05, 2014, 07:54:27 PM
i'm happy that people are happy

 :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Amandistan on September 05, 2014, 08:58:46 PM
My post man just brought me a signed copy of between wine and blood. He nearly got a kiss for it. I can imagine the thought going through his head. "get me away from this insane,excited person who is snatching something from my hand" .
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on September 06, 2014, 12:19:34 PM
A letter from a London specialist Hospital Clinic for referral for a certain surgery. I am gonna get so pissed tonight !!!! There might even be dancing.  ;D

 :)

Wooooo, exciting and scary !
Very good luck with that Anna.

 :-*
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on September 08, 2014, 05:18:18 PM
Thanks Wessexy - all of those and more
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on September 09, 2014, 06:10:37 PM
Cracking good Monday for me... new job started and it looks pretty promising (shame about the big drop in pay but **** it, I'm just happy to have a job  :D ) and then a big meet with old friends at a great curry house... these were old pals who don't see each other nearly enough and who used to be in what we quite cheerfully admit was probably 'the worse band in the world' back in the mid-90's...   ;D

Those old war stories never get any less funny / bizarre / 'shit, were we REALLY like that????'   :o

Been a bad few months, but yesterday was a hell of a pick-up...

Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Heno on September 12, 2014, 11:31:34 AM
well, its been a week at the new job. how is it going ray?
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on September 12, 2014, 11:46:05 AM
Only another week to take of this referendum stuff Gawd my brain hurts Then again they will probably bang on about it for weeks months after what ever the result Can only Scotland does the right thing but this is probably not the place to air my views on it
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on September 12, 2014, 01:17:32 PM
Personally, I would like you to air your views on it. Maybe worth a separate thread. It will have implications for the whole U.K. if Scotland leaves.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on September 12, 2014, 01:18:58 PM
well, its been a week at the new job. how is it going ray?

Yes, come on M/R, what are you new colleagues like, have you picked out a victim yet for some office romance ?
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Heno on September 12, 2014, 02:48:42 PM
victim is the wrong word shush bro


maybe deposit acount beneficiary of the master ray love fund is suitable
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on September 12, 2014, 06:14:14 PM
Aw, you buggers...   >:(    ;D

Job going fine, although brain-twistingly complicated... I've got a Government job dealing with nature conservation in the UK... something I'm quite interested in but, bloody hell, this stuff has to go through a lot of twists and turns before anything actually happens...  :o

Big drop in pay from what I was used to, working for the NHS as I did, but I'm just happy to have a job... better people than me do not have the same luxury.

But, yes, I'm happy for two reasons... (a) I actually have a ******* job again  :D and (b) I've finally managed to stick on BWAB... opinions will doubtlessly follow shortly.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Heno on September 12, 2014, 06:26:53 PM
fantastic mate. glad to hear it.

i'm very interested in the conservancy space too as some of our products are being feared towards the citizen facing content that can be produced for awareness, education and sustainability. when you get your feet under the table you might explain more.

Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on September 12, 2014, 06:44:43 PM
Personally, I would like you to air your views on it. Maybe worth a separate thread. It will have implications for the whole U.K. if Scotland leaves.

me too!
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Heno on September 12, 2014, 06:49:21 PM
thirded

Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on September 12, 2014, 07:27:57 PM
Wow, guys, flattered that you're all so interested in my new job, I'll do my best to keep you informed but, quite frankly, I'm just trying to figure how the bloody labyrinth-y computer system works!!!

But if I find out anything interesting about hedgerows, buffers and water voles, I'll be in touch...

 ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Heno on September 12, 2014, 07:38:50 PM
don't forget the trees
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on September 12, 2014, 08:28:41 PM
NEVER FORGET THE TREES !!!!!!!

Ray - awesome stuff mate. Nature Conservancy huh? Be afraid - you're coming into my zone now  ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Rusco on September 12, 2014, 08:57:26 PM
[...] It will have implications for the whole U.K. if Scotland leaves.

So may I ask how is it there now? That sounds a bit exotic here you know. Your history is so unrivaled.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Tony S on September 16, 2014, 05:21:51 PM
Wow, guys, flattered that you're all so interested in my new job, I'll do my best to keep you informed but, quite frankly, I'm just trying to figure how the bloody labyrinth-y computer system works!!!

But if I find out anything interesting about hedgerows, buffers and water voles, I'll be in touch...

 ;D

Woah, I think I missed the news you had a new job Ray. Nice one !  And sounds like a great area to be working in, complicated as it may be !


As for me, just had a lovely week down at the far end of Cornwall (now I know why Sennen Cove is significant in NMA lyrics etc. What a gorgeous place. Not visited Sennen before), and came back to find BWAB cds waiting for me. Surefire way to banish post holiday blues :o)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on September 17, 2014, 02:11:14 PM
Mr postie came with my Here comes the war 12 inch vinyl will poster.Will be a good addition to my nma vinyl collection, still got a while to go
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on September 17, 2014, 06:21:19 PM
Mr postie came with my Here comes the war 12 inch vinyl will poster.Will be a good addition to my nma vinyl collection, still got a while to go

That the one with the 'how to build an atomic bomb' poster?

If so, I've been trying to figure it out since 1993...  :D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on September 17, 2014, 06:54:44 PM
Yes that's right Ray I currently have it on the wall with the guns (are they ak47s) showing They come up on ebay all the so shop about abit and wait for the right price
Ps the B side is Modern times and Ghost of your father
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on September 17, 2014, 07:47:39 PM
Yes that's right Ray I currently have it on the wall with the guns (are they ak47s) showing They come up on ebay all the so shop about abit and wait for the right price
Ps the B side is Modern times and Ghost of your father

Aw, MT and GOYF... I've said before that TLOHC isn't one of my favourite NMA albums but if those two wonderful tracks (plus Drummy B) had been on it, it would have been so much better, IMO...  ???
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on September 24, 2014, 12:41:20 AM
As of this week, having two Sons at University  :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on September 24, 2014, 09:26:58 AM
Nice 1 shush i hope they do really well You must be really proud
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Amandistan on September 24, 2014, 10:05:46 AM
The fact that i am living a horrible, abusive job and moving to another.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Simon73 on September 28, 2014, 10:48:02 PM
The fact that my daughter Maya exists and that she is the most magic and amazing ad crazy thing in the world. she the sweetest and at the same time the most punk rock thing ever.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on September 28, 2014, 10:52:57 PM
The fact that my daughter Maya exists and that she is the most magic and amazing ad crazy thing in the world. she the sweetest and at the same time the most punk rock thing ever.

 ;D ;) ;D

'nuff said
x
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Phill on October 01, 2014, 11:43:50 AM
My new bowl arrived (ordered on Ebay) - so my Epipe is back operational.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on October 01, 2014, 01:38:40 PM
Simple pleasure Listening to strange brotherhood, mugga tea, bacon roll and read at the paper ok I've not made it past the sports section yet lol.
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Post by: Shush on October 01, 2014, 02:05:05 PM
I could go for that Pol  ;) except the sports section bit
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on October 04, 2014, 06:45:40 PM
From out of nowhere somehow having an amazingly brilliant day - all day! From stupid simple little things that wouldn't register to someone else to putting a shower in - I have no leaks and broke no nails.  ;D
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Post by: Amandistan on October 06, 2014, 11:16:07 AM
Meeting cool, kind people and getting to know them better.
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Post by: Phill on October 11, 2014, 07:35:27 PM
Me little mon is out of hospital (needed a small operation) and starting to be more like himself.
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Post by: Pol on October 20, 2014, 05:19:15 PM
Something a bit different. A 5p levy came into force today in Scotland for carrier bags. I know Wales and Northern Ireland already have similar schemes and England plan to bring in one soon. I certainly don't mind paying 5p if it helps the environment plus most of the money goes to charity.
Personally I bought a Joolz canvas bag a  few weeks ago so i can shop and still look cool lol
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Post by: Master Ray on October 20, 2014, 07:40:59 PM
Dunno if it makes me actually 'happy', but it made my laugh my tits off (and, after investigation, it appears to be 100% legit...)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kppx4bzfAaE

 :D

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Post by: Pol on October 20, 2014, 09:25:31 PM
The title of the song two below what ray posted made me laugh
On a more serious note i got someone to remove some fake nma t shirts on ebay by telling him it was a registered trademark and no one would buy them anyway
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Post by: Pol on October 21, 2014, 05:42:25 PM
Just chilling back - Putting some music that you haven't played for a while A nice mugga tea (nma mug of course) A good roll up of GV, some incense burning away in corner. The blind shut keeping winter outside A couple of lamps given you just enough light, the fire keeping you toasty.
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Post by: Knievel on October 21, 2014, 06:20:51 PM
That Abattoir Blues is finally re released on vinyl....Really that has made my week.
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Post by: lotus on October 21, 2014, 06:52:13 PM
Two of the nine BWAB (top quality) art prints  framed now for of my living room  ;)
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on October 23, 2014, 05:34:48 PM
Work done for the week, day off tomorrow. Kidderminster, Hebden Bridge...................................  ;D ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: Rusco on October 25, 2014, 06:46:52 AM
Umm, quite glad about taking today all my timber tools and my oregon & solo regalia to make 3 cubic meters of chopped wood. Today is dedicated to that, yeah.
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Post by: Rusco on October 30, 2014, 08:29:54 PM
Ok, it looks like next weekend is just around the corner... What I'm happy about, is that I've got fixed some problems recently at my working room. Making more space by devising more shelfs and some boxes. And wow, I have space enough to clean the floors after a long time. And now If we'd only have another shed...

I think I'm going to make some delicious bulgur soya balls too during the weekend and chop some wood outside again. Aaand maybe take few beers too.  ;)

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Post by: Master Ray on October 30, 2014, 09:22:04 PM
Ok, it looks like next weekend is just around the corner... What I'm happy about, is that I've got fixed some problems recently at my working room. Making more space by devising more shelfs and some boxes. And wow, I have space enough to clean the floors after a long time. And now If we'd only have another shed...

I think I'm going to make some delicious bulgur soya balls too during the weekend and chop some wood outside again. Aaand maybe take few beers too.  ;)

I have no idea what 'bulger soya balls' are... but I want them.

I know what beer is, but I think I can manage them by myself.
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Post by: Heno on October 30, 2014, 10:19:30 PM
just coming back in here with all the madness in my world at the moment and seeing old familiar friends full of welcoming posts

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Post by: Rusco on October 31, 2014, 01:19:25 PM
I have no idea what 'bulger soya balls' are... but I want them.

A pic here (http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-hhxGI07PrUY/UbYzocOZLNI/AAAAAAAAA44/T9k-WctH_VQ/s1600/image.jpg). Well I'm at a practising level with making them. But you can improvise the recipe how you want too. However, if yer interested there's some certain recipe for making them which is the "official" way... I'd like to use some yoghurt based dressing as a sauce with bulgur balls.

Only couple of hours left and I'm at home. I'll offer a drink for you if you wanna join. (Eeeh, Shush I promised the pint for you...?) ;)
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Post by: Heno on October 31, 2014, 03:41:04 PM
happiness is booking my ticket for nottingham

not totally sure that i'll make it yet. still have some challenging logistics to figure out

but it warms me to think there is a possibility

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Post by: Shush on October 31, 2014, 05:31:51 PM
That would be nice Heno old chap. Hope you can make it.
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Post by: Heno on October 31, 2014, 05:37:37 PM
we live in hope man

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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on October 31, 2014, 06:42:26 PM
That would be nice Heno old chap. Hope you can make it.

Ditto
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Post by: Master Ray on October 31, 2014, 07:15:08 PM
Bloody hell, Heno, really hope you can make it, mate.  This has the makings of an NMA Forum classic meet...

... although you me and Shush in one place at the same time?  How long before the piss-taking becomes so gargantuan than it turns the world on its axis?  Anna, you might have to become some kind of referee...

Don't know if you know Nottingham that well but I'm sure that any advice you need will be given post haste.  Anything you need, mate... might be an idea to book accommodation asap though, the penultimate Saturday before Christmas? You can book with Premier Inn and cancel if things don't work out... Goldsmith St is the PI of choice for those visiting Rock City...

A pre-gig meet now HAS to happen!
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Post by: Heno on October 31, 2014, 07:30:19 PM
a bed? who needs a bed.

flight in on the day, out at 6am next morning

please don't ask

but i couldn't let the other lad do it on his own
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Post by: Master Ray on October 31, 2014, 07:34:09 PM
Where you flying into, mate?  And doesn't anyone know when the aftershow finishes?
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Post by: Heno on October 31, 2014, 07:53:10 PM
chances are i'll be flying before i leave the house

where i end up - nobody knows
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Post by: Shush on October 31, 2014, 10:06:10 PM
chances are i'll be flying before i leave the house

where i end up - nobody knows

Try and land at East Mids Airport, you can get a Taxi into Notts.
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Post by: Pol on November 05, 2014, 02:50:59 PM
Workers getting overtime included in their holiday pay, this explains it far better than I ever could.
http://m.bbc.co.uk/news/business-29896810
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Post by: Heno on November 07, 2014, 10:30:22 PM
Try and land at East Mids Airport, you can get a Taxi into Notts.

be lucky to get out of dublin

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Post by: Rusco on November 12, 2014, 08:09:48 PM
Just fixed up & installed an electrical wet stone grinder at my working room. :)
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Post by: Pol on November 12, 2014, 08:15:48 PM
Happy fettling Rusco
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Post by: Rusco on November 12, 2014, 08:24:59 PM
Cheers, thanks Pol. Wish you a nice evening. ;-)
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Post by: rick a. on November 12, 2014, 11:44:49 PM
finding 2 packages from amazon in the mailbox when I got home from work.
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on November 14, 2014, 06:09:10 PM
Someone who has no need to took the time to be wonderfully thoughtful. It made my week that act of kindness and it spurred me on to be thoughtful to someone I know. Good inspires Good. Share as much as you can cos we all need it.

 :-*
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Post by: Pol on November 20, 2014, 07:47:44 PM
Charity Shops. I love looking through charity shops when i get the chance. Ok 9 outta 10 times i probably don't buy nowt but its all good to look for those unique items that you can't normally find else wear or just that bargain that you might not normally buy and all for a good cause instead of lining the pockets of some big business.
Today i bought 5 cds The Pixies x 3 (death to, trompe le monde and bossanova) The Smiths "rank" and the smashing pumpkins machina all for a couple of quid.
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Post by: Master Ray on November 20, 2014, 10:37:09 PM
Charity Shops. I love looking through charity shops when i get the chance. Ok 9 outta 10 times i probably don't buy nowt but its all good to look for those unique items that you can't normally find else wear or just that bargain that you might not normally buy and all for a good cause instead of lining the pockets of some big business.
Today i bought 5 cds The Pixies x 3 (death to, trompe le monde and bossanova) The Smiths "rank" and the smashing pumpkins machina all for a couple of quid.

Shit, Pol, five bloody MAGNIFICENT albums right there!  ******* bargain of the century!   :D
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Post by: Amandistan on November 20, 2014, 10:40:30 PM
Since, i just recently left one of my jobs, i am less angry and cynical.  Actually nearly happy.
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Post by: Master Ray on November 20, 2014, 10:45:33 PM
A few hours ago, I found out that the NMA gig in Nottingham was sold out... I left it too late to get a ticket...   :-\   :'(

Now it looks like, from a couple of sources, I might be able to get a ticket after all...

As Blur once said... Woo Hoo!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rm-ihSFC280
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Post by: Pol on November 21, 2014, 05:26:23 AM
Is rock city sold out The alt tickets website is showing tickets available.
Anyway only 3 weeks to go, its gonna be strange seeing nma with so many people there im used to crowds of a few hundred in Glasgow and Edinburgh
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Post by: Master Ray on November 21, 2014, 06:21:06 PM
Is rock city sold out The alt tickets website is showing tickets available.
Anyway only 3 weeks to go, its gonna be strange seeing nma with so many people there im used to crowds of a few hundred in Glasgow and Edinburgh

Just been on alt tickets, deffo sold out.

Still working on getting a ticket... **** it, won't be the first time I got into a sold-out gig, one way or another!

Gotta ask, do NMA not have much of a following north of the border?  Quite surprised, it's usually a pretty full house down here in England!
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Post by: Pol on November 21, 2014, 06:45:39 PM
No not really these days The last gig in November at the Glasgow Garage there was maybe 400 people there, which was ok as the garage only holds about 500. I normally get people coming up to me and talking about the band when I'm out and about with a t shirt etc on.
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Post by: Pol on November 23, 2014, 08:02:21 PM
Lewis Hamilton winning the F1 world drivers championship today. Totally deserved the best driver on the grid.
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Post by: Tony S on November 25, 2014, 05:38:05 PM
Lewis Hamilton winning the F1 world drivers championship today. Totally deserved the best driver on the grid.

Agreed  :)  It was great wasn't it. Was also nice to see how sportsman like Nico was in defeat. Was a shame his car suffered problems, but it was good he wanted to finish the race even when it was clear his hopes were lost completely. Nice that he went to the pre-podium room to congratulate Lewis. After their problems earlier in the year it was good to see.
I will be even happier if Jenson will still be in F1 next year.
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Post by: Master Ray on November 26, 2014, 08:38:09 PM
OK, I made a big deal a while back about getting a new job.  I was grateful at the time but it turned out to be utter arsebobbins... a good cause but it was just a bloody ball-ache, coupled with the least-friendly workmates I've ever had misfortune to meet... so I had a meet with my team leader (the only person I liked there) and we agreed that I wasn't happy there, it was stressing me out and I should leave with a great reference....

Started my new job today and it's ******* great.  And such terrific folks!  I'll fit in here much better.

Also, a really funny TWIN PEAKS reference, but I think there's another thread about that...  ;)
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Post by: purplehaze on November 27, 2014, 07:39:02 AM
when i got upset because i couldnt go to the nottingham gig as it was sold out my two daughters sang knevil to me as they know it word for word to cheer me up.  :)
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Post by: Rusco on November 28, 2014, 02:49:17 PM
Today Finnish parliament accepted to change the marriage laws so that marriage is not depended of Sex. Votes 105-92. It's day of democracy and real love. It's party time!  :) :-*
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on November 28, 2014, 05:40:10 PM
Saw that in the news today Ruscoe - party on for me too !!!! Kisses and hugs to all you lovely Finns  :-*
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Post by: Shush on November 28, 2014, 10:47:54 PM
happiness is booking my ticket for nottingham

not totally sure that i'll make it yet. still have some challenging logistics to figure out

but it warms me to think there is a possibility

Do you know yet if you are going to make it over Heno ??
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Post by: Heno on November 28, 2014, 11:17:59 PM
wrong thread mate
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Post by: Shush on November 28, 2014, 11:23:56 PM
Just quoting you from the same thread love
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Post by: Amandistan on November 29, 2014, 12:13:30 AM
Possibly getting a new, better job. I was asked to come back after 1st phase of interview.
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Post by: Rusco on November 29, 2014, 07:46:28 PM
Thanks Anna! I wish the same to you! :)

Saw that in the news today Ruscoe - party on for me too !!!! Kisses and hugs to all you lovely Finns  :-*

Let's see what it will bring. It's not done yet and there are some elections in the future depending on the issue. What I know there's another election
 coming on a same time as there's the day of Independence. The question how they will change the laws is yet an question. ;)
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on December 01, 2014, 05:49:16 PM
Let's see what it will bring.

Mass exodus from the Lutheran church in Finland according to a report I read today. Might be a bad thing or good depending on your point of view.

Possibly getting a new, better job. I was asked to come back after 1st phase of interview.

Good news & good luck  :-*
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Post by: Rusco on December 01, 2014, 06:55:44 PM
There's a mass exodus quite often. It's so easy nowadays as there's a certain website where you can depart by a single click. Well,  it seems to be a trend too, and some just do it because it's easy and their friends did it.
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Post by: Pol on December 03, 2014, 05:44:48 PM
Not sure this is exactly the right thread.
Anyway the new lower drink drive limit comes into effect in Scotland from Friday down from 80mg to 50mg now as some one that doesn't drive and doesn't drink much it doesn't effect me directly. If the new law even saves one life then of course it's excellent news. Will be a bit strange having two different limits on each side of the border What happens say you have driven from England with 60mg and your stopped just inside Scotland.
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Post by: Amandistan on December 03, 2014, 09:44:08 PM
Spending time with non-immediate family close to my age. Then smoking weed through a pipe for the first time. Also i don't smoke anything but adapted very well. No chocking and taking 3 big hits followed by one massive 4 in 1 hit.
 Then any anxiety issue i had disappeared. Why have i never done this before? The shit is amazing.
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on December 03, 2014, 11:01:50 PM
Why have i never done this before? The shit is amazing.[/quote

Welcome to the real world Darling - everything just got shit loads better  :-* :-* :-* ;D ;D ;D :-* :-* :-*
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Post by: Shush on December 03, 2014, 11:39:04 PM
Spending time with non-immediate family close to my age. Then smoking weed through a pipe for the first time. Also i don't smoke anything but adapted very well. No chocking and taking 3 big hits followed by one massive 4 in 1 hit.
 Then any anxiety issue i had disappeared. Why have i never done this before? The shit is amazing.

Be careful not to smoke too much at once. It can lead to ill informed statements and sweeping judgements. ::)
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Post by: Amandistan on December 04, 2014, 01:24:19 AM
I have been told that not all strains of weed are this good and that some can actually make anxiety worse.
However they got high quality stuff and it worked well. The only issue, is that i would be very fat if i did that everyday.

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Post by: Pol on December 04, 2014, 05:17:14 AM
As someone who did a lot of smoking from age 17 till about 10 years ago I've got to say that smoking weed is definitely not a good thing. Whilst it may well have some positive things the negative issues far outweigh them in the long run. Have fun but be careful
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Post by: Rusco on December 04, 2014, 09:26:00 PM
I'm going to devise a new door to my working room. There's two rooms that should be divided into different sectors where another is suitable for dusty work and another should be a clean space for print making.

I haven't ever manufactured a door earlier and it's going to be challenging. But I'm excited about the job. 
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Post by: Heno on December 06, 2014, 07:50:38 PM
ah, the trades are alive

wouldn't an anarchy be such a wonderful place

you could hang doors for the venue where nma play and in return receive wonderful music and ale

and in return the band are assured of your love and happiness







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Post by: Pol on December 06, 2014, 08:38:56 PM
Adding to the new lower drink driving limit this made me smile

http://www.scotlandnow.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/tennents-encourage-scots-drink-hee-4745505
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on December 16, 2014, 10:24:12 PM
The fact that one look out the front door and there was no way Cromwell wanted to go out in that rain  ;D
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Post by: Master Ray on December 20, 2014, 10:40:31 PM
Went out for early doors drinks with a couple of mates tonight, ended up running into a whole bunch of THEIR mates and got along with everyone who crossed my path, so many laughs...

Hmm, seem to recall having a similar experience last Saturday...   ;)
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Post by: Master Ray on December 21, 2014, 05:52:44 PM
Saw with my husband NMA live today in Cologne brought my husband a really cool NMA mug for X Mas for me a really cool new NMA shirt  ;) Thxs a lot for the NMA Merch too  :) :) Great job  ;) ;) ;)
cheers witch

I have to say, the ONLY thing that disappointed me about Nottingham was the lack of interesting stuff on the merch stall... was looking forward to getting a really nice BWAB T (as I saw so many wearing at the gig) but all the Ts seemed to be reworkings of the usual NMA logo... all well and good but after the amazing Joolz artwork on BWAB, I was hoping for something similar... did it all sell out in London?   :(

Whatever, I'll keep an eye on the shop...
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on December 21, 2014, 07:31:56 PM
Went out for early doors drinks with a couple of mates tonight, ended up running into a whole bunch of THEIR mates and got along with everyone who crossed my path, so many laughs...

Hmm, seem to recall having a similar experience last Saturday...   ;)

Best you get out there next Saturday too then Lad, Make it 3rd time lucky and find yourself a lovely Lady  :-*
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on December 26, 2014, 05:37:08 PM
Never thought I'd say this after the boy grew up but.... Christmas ! ? WTF?

Beautiful day and night at Mum and Dads yesterday, back home today and a lovely afternoon with my Brother and his Girlfriend, the Boy is back with his mother, I have a crate of lager, another Christmas dinner that just need warming up and gravy and a lot of Assasins Creed Unity to get through   ;D ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: Master Ray on December 26, 2014, 06:11:16 PM
Went out for early doors drinks with a couple of mates tonight, ended up running into a whole bunch of THEIR mates and got along with everyone who crossed my path, so many laughs...

Hmm, seem to recall having a similar experience last Saturday...   ;)

Best you get out there next Saturday too then Lad, Make it 3rd time lucky and find yourself a lovely Lady  :-*

Hmm, Anna... totally out of the blue, a 'lovely lady' got in touch with me on Christmas Day via FB... someone I used to work with and was very close to for various reasons, but had lost contact with... bad relationship stuff on her part... seems like that issue is now resolved and she's quite up for a meet..?   ???

Could be something, might be nothing, but what the heck, let's see where it goes...   :o
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Post by: Amandistan on December 27, 2014, 01:46:45 AM
The fact the Christmas is over and no-more crazed shoppers. Now when New years is over i will be even happier. I will finally get some rest. Being a chef/cook becomes a lot harder and exhausting during this time. I am happy that it is half way over.
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on December 27, 2014, 09:37:52 AM
Went out for early doors drinks with a couple of mates tonight, ended up running into a whole bunch of THEIR mates and got along with everyone who crossed my path, so many laughs...

Hmm, seem to recall having a similar experience last Saturday...   ;)

Best you get out there next Saturday too then Lad, Make it 3rd time lucky and find yourself a lovely Lady  :-*

Hmm, Anna... totally out of the blue, a 'lovely lady' got in touch with me on Christmas Day via FB... someone I used to work with and was very close to for various reasons, but had lost contact with... bad relationship stuff on her part... seems like that issue is now resolved and she's quite up for a meet..?   ???

Could be something, might be nothing, but what the heck, let's see where it goes...   :o

That's great stuff Ray - too right, just see what happens.

I do like hearing good news, p'raps we can hear a lot more from everyone next year  :-*
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Post by: Pol on December 27, 2014, 12:00:00 PM
Yeah thank Fck that Xmas is over for another year. All that hassle for something most of us don't believe in. Always good to get a couple of days of work and catch up with people you hardly ever see. So are we getting a invite to the big day Ray lol seriously best of luck
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on December 30, 2014, 08:06:53 PM
Held off telling ya' this because it's very un-PC but I'm sorry it made me happy..............

I got wolf-whistled yesterday, in fact the fella gave me a double whistle  ??? I have no idea who it was I didn't dare turn round and look but whilst bent over tying Cromwell on to the railings outside the Post Office that's what happened. Apparently my arse is worth a whistle  :D :D :D ;D ;D :o that bloke should have gone to Specsavers shouldn't he  ;D

Taking the piss out of myself aside - it made my day yesterday and it's still making me smile tonight. And sod yer PC stuff (although I don't really mean that and normal service will be resumed shortly) It's made me happy

 :-*
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Post by: Master Ray on December 30, 2014, 08:15:37 PM
Held off telling ya' this because it's very un-PC but I'm sorry it made me happy..............

I got wolf-whistled yesterday, in fact the fella gave me a double whistle  ??? I have no idea who it was I didn't dare turn round and look but whilst bent over tying Cromwell on to the railings outside the Post Office that's what happened. Apparently my arse is worth a whistle  :D :D :D ;D ;D :o that bloke should have gone to Specsavers shouldn't he  ;D

Taking the piss out of myself aside - it made my day yesterday and it's still making me smile tonight. And sod yer PC stuff (although I don't really mean that and normal service will be resumed shortly) It's made me happy

 :-*



'Bent over and tying Cromwell to the railings'... Is it just me or does that expression sound utterly filthy?

 ;)   ;D
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on December 30, 2014, 08:34:00 PM
Actually, reading that makes me come over all Carry On ooh eerrrr.........  ;D

Still chuffed to **** mind  :-*
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on January 05, 2015, 06:56:24 PM
Challenging myself and accepting that challenge  :)
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on January 05, 2015, 07:48:23 PM
Actually, reading that makes me come over all Carry On ooh eerrrr.........  ;D

Still chuffed to **** mind  :-*

 ;D
Nice one Anna !
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Post by: Pol on January 09, 2015, 02:39:40 PM
Having a full length leather trench coat to wear on a day like this.
Trenchcoat Mafia  ! lol
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Post by: Master Ray on January 09, 2015, 07:39:44 PM
Having a full length leather trench coat to wear on a day like this.
Trenchcoat Mafia  ! lol

More like Angel off of 'Buffy The Vampire Slayer'...

That's actually a compliment, loved that show...
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Post by: Pol on January 09, 2015, 11:17:43 PM
Suppose its better than Herr flick lol
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Post by: keto on January 10, 2015, 12:41:57 PM
- nma- gigs  :D
- true friends  :)
- to break stupid laws (without to hurt anybody)  8)
- travelling and making new friends  ???
- warm warm weather  :D
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Post by: Shush on January 10, 2015, 04:40:48 PM
Space, I will reply here as you are likely to delete you own topic again. Do not feel sorry for my family and friends. They are one of the same, and many are here on this board. We have respect for each other and good times together. If you ever find the time to see NMA live and meet up with such people, you may yourself find out what that is all about.

It is certainly not about posting half arsed insults to each other.

I suggest you try facebook. we are not too fond of trolling here.

I am sure you do have some interest in NMA and the fine music, but if you want to discuss this with people here, you are going to need to show your fellow forum members a bit of respect.

Again I will re-state. I believe in my honest own opinion, JS is the greatest song writer that has ever lived. :)
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on January 11, 2015, 07:24:54 PM
This:

Been doing housework today accompanied by videos of the Christmas gigs. Suddenly got a flashback to a moment in the pit at Nottingham where it was an overblown waving the hands in the air type of thing. Some chap clasped my hand for a while and we waved our hands about together for a bit: Strangers sharing a bit of happiness.  :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :)

No idea who he was and pretty sure he didn't know me - don't think we even saw each other until after when I think (hope) we shared a grin.

Whoever you were mate - nice one, hope you have a good year. You typify all that is good about "the Family" whatever the **** that actually means.  :-*
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on January 11, 2015, 08:45:58 PM
On the back of Anna's post i will always remember a guy standing near me who a couple of times during the gig gave me a look and nod of appreciation i think that he was impressed by my crazy passion towards the band A kinda wow your off your head mate but well done moment lol
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Rusco on January 11, 2015, 09:32:58 PM
I'm happy about felling a spruce (25 meters) and clearing the branches. Now it's in logs. I also cleared the snow from our courtyard and later on went to work today, doing some over time job.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Amandistan on January 14, 2015, 03:09:47 AM
The fact that i am begging to know longer care what others think about me.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on January 14, 2015, 06:32:05 AM
Amanda this is for you. Its a bit of a ' theme tune ' of mine when people piss me off i know its probably not your thing but watch the video and enjoy the lyrics.
http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=h3ClDBH2I80
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: rick a. on January 14, 2015, 09:05:49 PM
I was playing a song off a new soundtrack cd and one of the songs( an old tradional mexican song) sounded familiar to me. then I remembered a vhs tape of Disney songs I used to play all the time when my son was really small. Turns out the folks at Disney had lifted the music from the traditional tune. Put a smile on my face.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Heno on January 14, 2015, 09:44:31 PM
what was it

goofy and his son going camping?

i still get caught byt walking past certain kids stores or in other peoples houses when theres a disney video on and the singalong tune plays and i know the tune and the words.

now to the you know you're old when thread..................
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on January 14, 2015, 10:06:09 PM
Caught a bit of shrek 2 at weekend n realized that it contains a cover version of the buzzcocks - ever fallen in love
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Heno on January 14, 2015, 11:35:45 PM
loved the shrek movies. must watch them again soon. so much for adults to laugh at. much the same as toy story



does anyone know if the current crop of kids movies are as good. i watch Up and found it incredibly good. but haven't watched many more
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on January 15, 2015, 07:45:06 AM
loved the shrek movies. must watch them again soon. so much for adults to laugh at. much the same as toy story



does anyone know if the current crop of kids movies are as good. i watch Up and found it incredibly good. but haven't watched many more
This post reminded me of, when you have kids, you find yourself familiar with a new set of kids programmes / films. I liked "Toy Story", not so much "Shrek" on TV I liked Pingu ,SpongeBob, but the Teletubbies, wtf, I'll have a pint of what the inventor of that programme was drinking  ::)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on January 21, 2015, 05:57:32 PM
There have been some very good laffs on this forum lately. Some true laff out loud moments such as --

Red -
"you always seemed to come across that your opinion is correct and ours didn't matter"

Space
"Your opinions do matter to me. They make my opinions more correct."

 ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Red on January 21, 2015, 06:17:31 PM
 ;D ;D ;D

These threads have cheered me up no end as I'm off work ill at the moment.

When will it end, not the illness but the threads by Space

I'm still waiting for his latest release though  ;D ;D

Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Red on January 21, 2015, 06:22:21 PM
This made me laugh this morning  ;D ;D ;D

(http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm179/RACred/SpaceSings_zpsf7ccb300.jpg) (http://s296.photobucket.com/user/RACred/media/SpaceSings_zpsf7ccb300.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on January 21, 2015, 06:29:41 PM
Haven't laughed so much since the other week when someone did the pic of a HP sauce bottle and copy quoted "Space" over it, "This is my brown sauce, its exactly the same as the one Justin uses", etc etc. Laffed so hard I started to choke.

Shame Space deleted that thread. No sense of humour some people 
 
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Bunny on January 21, 2015, 06:59:48 PM
I missed that one lol  ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on January 21, 2015, 07:00:19 PM
This made me laugh this morning  ;D ;D ;D

(http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm179/RACred/SpaceSings_zpsf7ccb300.jpg) (http://s296.photobucket.com/user/RACred/media/SpaceSings_zpsf7ccb300.jpg.html)

Way beyond awesome...
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Red on January 21, 2015, 07:14:13 PM
I was bored this morning so had a few minutes to come up with it :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on January 21, 2015, 08:42:13 PM
Managing to resist the stress levels and not having a analogue cigarette
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on January 24, 2015, 04:05:50 PM
Would just like to say a massive well done to Bradford City today, i hope Justin was there ( i take it he supports them)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on January 24, 2015, 05:32:29 PM
This made me laugh
https://m.yahoo.com/w/legobpengine/frontpage/uk.news/council-house-queen-greens-114659847.html?.b=%2Findex&.intl=gb&.lang=en-gb
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on January 24, 2015, 08:49:58 PM
This made me laugh
https://m.yahoo.com/w/legobpengine/frontpage/uk.news/council-house-queen-greens-114659847.html?.b=%2Findex&.intl=gb&.lang=en-gb

And people wonder why nobody votes for the Green Party...

Yup, once again it's Tories vs Labour later on this year...
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on January 25, 2015, 07:33:57 PM
An old pal, who is now abroad. sent me a funny message today...
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on January 25, 2015, 09:27:24 PM
An old pal, who is now abroad. sent me a funny message today...

Yes, I got an email earlier on from someone here which was bang on target  ;)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Amandistan on January 26, 2015, 03:09:10 AM
The days when i am off of work and can just relax, eat and sleep as much as I like. I no longer feel trapped for that day.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Rusco on January 26, 2015, 01:02:22 PM
A slightly different version of Trooper by...Iron Maiden or who is it?   ;)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?x-yt-ts=1421914688&v=PJkYGNiBkso&x-yt-cl=84503534&feature=player_detailpage
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Heno on January 26, 2015, 04:56:59 PM
just knowing you can grab a cuppa, pop back in here, and get an update from friends at your convenience


thats always a happy realisation

Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Rusco on January 26, 2015, 06:29:00 PM
Cheers, Heno.

I'm excited once again to make that experimental musical stuff I used to do.  :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: dilla on January 26, 2015, 08:43:46 PM
Would just like to say a massive well done to Bradford City today, i hope Justin was there ( i take it he supports them)
If my memory serves me correctly Justin supports Watford.As a really embarrassed Chelsea fan,I've got to tip my hat to Bradford.Hope they go far in the cup :-[
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on January 31, 2015, 12:06:35 AM
There have been some very good laffs on this forum lately. Some true laff out loud moments such as --

Red -
"you always seemed to come across that your opinion is correct and ours didn't matter"

Space
"Your opinions do matter to me. They make my opinions more correct."

 ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D

And the comedy carries on

Space -- "Watch the Super Bowl this Sunday. I hope Justin Sullivan will be because Katy Perry is the halftime show and Justin can learn from her how to become a better songwriter"
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Rusco on January 31, 2015, 12:25:14 AM
This (https://www.google.fi/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&ei=1SzMVMKmA8niaI-1gbAN&url=http://www.youtube.com/watch%3Fv%3Dqkpw8WViX3A&ved=0CBkQtwIwAA&usg=AFQjCNHXt-V79OS65cPGmHn-S_NLTWOvgA) made me laugh when I'll think about who I will dedicate it to.

Wished to see Suicidal Supermarket Trolleys live some day.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Amandistan on February 01, 2015, 07:18:42 AM
The fact that in a month I am going to walk out of my job, give up my home to work for room and board in Ireland. On farms, then go elsewhere and continue until i run out of funds.  Also giving all my belongings away to people who can not afford it really makes me feel good. I have never seen such grateful people.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Heno on February 01, 2015, 02:04:10 PM
OK, see the original thread you made.

Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on February 03, 2015, 08:32:52 PM
Doing something for someone else that made them really happy  :) :) :) :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on February 05, 2015, 05:18:16 PM
Will keep it short.
Glitter finally getting his comeuppance, lets hope justice is dished out jail style - Vengeance!
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Rusco on February 06, 2015, 03:52:11 AM
I felled a spruce yesterday morning near to where our cars are. Snow weighted so much on its branches, and otherwise it could had fall itself on a next day or two.

Well yeah, today it is Friday. Tomorrow I will knock down a next one, or two.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Heno on February 06, 2015, 06:57:05 AM
life in general

it might be full of crap sometimes but

i love the world
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on February 06, 2015, 02:24:50 PM
Got my new nma work shirt today. Wanted one for a while So with my birthday coming up soon (21 again) i thought why not. A massive thanks to everyone at the shop
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: witch on February 06, 2015, 10:29:03 PM
That Im off work today makes me more than happy no petrol  station today and on sunday
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Heno on February 06, 2015, 10:58:40 PM
opec will probably cut supply when they hear about that




...is knowing that you never know what to expect when visiting the remote planet of www.newmodelarmy.org

diversity rules
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on February 09, 2015, 01:51:47 PM
Lovely messages from a forum friend last night

An email from my friend in Tel Aviv

A surprise this morning

The gorgeous warm sunny blue sky day today and going for a long dog walk

Didn't think today could get better then I saw this:

http://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/2015/02/09/deaf-people-hear-for-fiirst-time_n_6644068.html?utm_hp_ref=uk

We should think ourselves lucky we can hear the best band in the world - look what simple words mean to those who can't.

 :-*


Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Amandistan on February 10, 2015, 04:27:37 AM
The fact that I feel that I no longer care about belongings. Donating and selling them is making me happy. I just gave a 2 guitars and a Mandolin to a school. They cut the music programs and this could help them learn. Plus I gave my cousin a Kindle Fire and she was very happy. This making people feel good thing is doing the same to me.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on February 10, 2015, 09:49:10 AM
I got my Level -1 Counselling certificate yesterday and the tutor has given me my recommendation to go on to Level 2.

 :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: jimmie 8 on February 12, 2015, 05:55:25 PM
Looking forward to the stranglers next month plus nma in may plus colin hay has his new album out on monday
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on February 17, 2015, 09:44:14 AM
YIPPPEEEE !!!, its Pancake day  :P :P :P
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on February 17, 2015, 07:25:48 PM
YIPPPEEEE !!!, its Pancake day  :P :P :P

Enjoy putting red sauce on them...   ::)      ;)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on February 17, 2015, 07:52:44 PM
I thought we agreed on fruity sauce...........................  ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on February 17, 2015, 07:58:34 PM
YIPPPEEEE !!!, its Pancake day  :P :P :P

Enjoy putting red sauce on them...   ::)      ;)

hmm, Maybe if  that red sauce was Strawberry. As it was, I had syrup. Only four this year.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on February 17, 2015, 10:10:38 PM
Staffordshire oatcakes take pancakes any day...    ;)

Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on February 17, 2015, 11:03:04 PM
How could you dis the Pancake on Pancake day. I suppose that's what you have to expect from a brown saucer  >:(
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on February 20, 2015, 12:57:43 PM
The "other driver" has finally excepted responsibility for the car crash.
 :)
I have another car now but am a bit scared driving, which is a shame.
This accident has really shaken me up.
 :(
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on February 20, 2015, 07:24:56 PM
The "other driver" has finally excepted responsibility for the car crash.
 :)
I have another car now but am a bit scared driving, which is a shame.
This accident has really shaken me up.
 :(

No shame in that.  I don't drive these days but back in the 90's I had a really bad smash, I mean my car was utterly totalled... I somehow walked away without a scratch.  No bloody idea how that happened.  But it took me ages to be comfortable behind the wheel again...

All I can suggest is that statistically, it's unlikely that something similar would happen to you twice in a short space of time... you've been 'pre-disastered'...  ???

Not much help I know, but law of averages says that you'll be fine...
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on February 20, 2015, 08:33:58 PM
My friend flying over to stay for the week - and she'll be here for the Reading gig  :) :) :) :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on February 21, 2015, 12:43:33 PM
The "other driver" has finally excepted responsibility for the car crash.
 :)
I have another car now but am a bit scared driving, which is a shame.
This accident has really shaken me up.
 :(

No shame in that.  I don't drive these days but back in the 90's I had a really bad smash, I mean my car was utterly totalled... I somehow walked away without a scratch.  No bloody idea how that happened.  But it took me ages to be comfortable behind the wheel again...

All I can suggest is that statistically, it's unlikely that something similar would happen to you twice in a short space of time... you've been 'pre-disastered'...  ???

Not much help I know, but law of averages says that you'll be fine...

I was in a very similar accident years ago and that car was so smashed I had to get out the back. I didn't have a scratch on me but the other driver smashed through a pedestrian crossing fence and landed vertical on a lamp post. I went out the same week and bought a new car and was fine.

I'm trying to drive somewhere everyday and am getting better. Still don't like junctions or roundabouts (especially the one we crashed on) but it will come.

 :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on February 24, 2015, 03:12:11 PM
Newcastle Ticket bought today
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on February 24, 2015, 07:32:26 PM
OK, stick with me on this one, I might sound a bit awful at first...

Looks like my stepbrother has left his wife.  They have a two-year old daughter.  Yes, the break-up of a family is a bad thing...

... but she treated him like shit.  He's a good bloke.  And I don't have any biological brothers or sisters, so that's the closest I will ever get to such a nice thing as being someone's uncle.  I think the world of that little kiddie and my stepbrother.  And, please, take it as read from me that she is an awful, awful person who did everything she could to stop myself and my folks from seeing her and having any kind of meaningful relationship with her through some bitchy agenda that none of us could ever figure out... such a horrible person.

So... yeah.  A family break-up made me happy today.   :-\
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on February 24, 2015, 09:18:21 PM
Tough as it may sound Ray, a break up is often the better solution.
Be happy.
 :-*
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on March 18, 2015, 08:34:24 PM
When I first moved here the great and good of Royal Tunbridge didn't like me because I was some tattoed punk type common chav.

Then I was even more of an disgrace because I got a "Dangerous Dog" named after the bloke who chopped the head off a King.

Next I turned totally into the "We don't like your sort round here" because I became Anna

And now............

I dare to stroll around the promenades of this snobby, up it's own arse enclave of true blue England arm in arm with my Girlfriend.

Ha! Ha! Ha ******* Ha! Ha!

I'm really proud of and happy about the jaws dropping, the eyes popping and the heart attacks happening in our wake.

Today Is A Good Day

 ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on March 18, 2015, 08:46:37 PM
Brilliant post, Anna, but details PLEASE!

 ???
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on March 18, 2015, 09:31:55 PM
Anna go girl n give it too them, be proud, be loud. As Jake Burns sang get up get out be what you are.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on March 19, 2015, 12:06:30 PM
but details PLEASE!

You soppy old romantic  :) You really want to hear the details of an NMA board international love story ?

Pol - Thank you  :-*
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Ava Enturin on March 19, 2015, 01:28:17 PM
Ooooh, that made my day, Anna! Would have totally loved to see the jaws dropping :)

(Btw, I´ll go with MR on this one ;))
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on March 19, 2015, 07:46:35 PM
Please tell more Anna. I hope this mysterious girl is an NMA  fan, or soon to be converted  ?
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on March 19, 2015, 08:08:19 PM
Anna, your fanbase are demanding details...

Deets, or the 'ignore' button awaits...

 ;)

(just kidding, you know we wouldn't do that... perhaps a stern face like this?   >:(.... don't make me post two of them.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on March 19, 2015, 08:23:15 PM
(Btw, I´ll go with MR on this one ;))

Please tell more Anna.

Anna ..... demanding details

Oh, ok, if you insist................................  ;D

A few months ago I posted in response to a fellow board members comment. From there we got chatting a little bit on PM's, then email, then the Whirlwind blew. Last week she flew in and we physically met for the first time. On Sunday we shared our first gig.

We live more than 2000 miles apart but this board brought us together. It's how I fell in love. Indulge me now huh?

Hey Capara - this is as close to Sunday as I could find  :-*

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ebjOu7bbaDc


Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on March 19, 2015, 08:28:21 PM
If that person is Space, I don't think I'll ever stop laughing...

 ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on March 19, 2015, 08:32:11 PM
If its Space, I won't stop crying  :'(  Anna wouldn't deserve that !!
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on March 19, 2015, 08:42:16 PM
She ain't that sort of miniscule appendage sporting un-enlightened carrot of a soul person like a certain final frontier. That's for sure.

But that has no place in something this Pure.

 :-*
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on March 19, 2015, 08:51:04 PM
So whats the haps now?  2000 miles... bit of a trek for a weekend relationship, eh?
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on March 19, 2015, 09:17:27 PM
Romance via the NMA forum, who'd have guessed that.  :)

Nice story. After a lot of recent bullshit, there is space for some positivity  :D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Rusco on March 19, 2015, 09:29:33 PM
I think I know who she is! I can only see that the fellows here haven't read all of the recent posts from the past week.

Congrats and wish you both good, Anna and **** (not a bad word! That's a name of a person... hint: count the letters. ;);) )
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on March 19, 2015, 10:27:37 PM
Anna and ****... I send you this...   ;D

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=us3dQ0nnlHY
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Rusco on March 19, 2015, 10:47:42 PM
Umm...don't be angry Anna, please. I swear I won't tell the name.

And no, it's not Heno the international mystery man either. :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on March 19, 2015, 10:57:22 PM
Umm...don't be angry Anna, please. I swear I won't tell the name.

And no, it's not Heno the international mystery man either. :)

It'd better not be Heno. We've been waiting for the right time to announce our engagement...

 ;)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on March 19, 2015, 11:37:08 PM
I'm sworn to silence lol me n splinter are hoping to be be best man lol
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Ava Enturin on March 20, 2015, 09:18:48 AM
Oh, ok, if you insist................................  ;D

A few months ago I posted in response to a fellow board members comment. From there we got chatting a little bit on PM's, then email, then the Whirlwind blew. Last week she flew in and we physically met for the first time. On Sunday we shared our first gig.

We live more than 2000 miles apart but this board brought us together. It's how I fell in love. Indulge me now huh?

Aaah, how exciting, Anna! Wish you loads of good times and a million brilliant gigs together :)

So whats the haps now?  2000 miles... bit of a trek for a weekend relationship, eh?

Well, me and my other half also have a distant relationship over ~1500 km - it´s a pain in the neck sometimes, but definitely worth it anyway :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Rusco on March 20, 2015, 09:56:32 AM
So it's not Ava...  ;)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on March 20, 2015, 06:59:13 PM
Quite right Rusco - it's not Ava!

Neither is it Heno  ;D

On the board her name is Keto and she is everything I could ever have dreamt of  :-*
(Oh - and Ray, she laughed at your link and says thanks. Me? I could cheerfully pop an arrow in your arse for inflicting Cliff Richard on me.  ;D)


2000 miles? It aint that far...............................  :o

And next? Hopefully by next Summer we'll be together, somewhere.

At least, I think that's what the ring on my finger means  ;D ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on March 20, 2015, 07:25:47 PM
fanfuckingtastic !

 :-*
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on March 20, 2015, 08:27:33 PM
Quite right Rusco - it's not Ava!

Neither is it Heno  ;D

On the board her name is Keto and she is everything I could ever have dreamt of  :-*
(Oh - and Ray, she laughed at your link and says thanks. Me? I could cheerfully pop an arrow in your arse for inflicting Cliff Richard on me.  ;D)


2000 miles? It aint that far...............................  :o

And next? Hopefully by next Summer we'll be together, somewhere.

At least, I think that's what the ring on my finger means  ;D ;D ;D ;D

Do not mock Sir Cliff, Anna.  Don't you dare...   ;)

Although I won't say any more, I've seen what you can do with an arrow, might be as impressive as what this guy can do with a bullet...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rHryOrNQFa0

 :-[

Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on March 20, 2015, 09:50:00 PM
Well I prefer to think of myself as some fucked up version of Cupid firing arrows of love around  ;D  ;D

Ok I couldn't get the distance of that bullet Ray  :P But at my range the accuracy and effect is the same  :)

 :-*

Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Heno on March 20, 2015, 10:13:54 PM
who would ever have thought it was heno.....except heno of course!!
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Rusco on March 20, 2015, 10:37:59 PM
Four letters, man. ;D

A & K, wish you all the sweetest happiness life could give. :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on March 20, 2015, 10:41:34 PM
Seeing someone special falling in love.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on March 20, 2015, 11:28:18 PM
New friends.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on March 20, 2015, 11:31:16 PM
Four letters, man. ;D

A & K, wish you all the sweetest happiness life could give. :)

Ditto to that  :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on March 21, 2015, 11:55:08 AM
Thanks guys

 :-*
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: sozbot on March 21, 2015, 12:36:16 PM
When I first moved here the great and good of Royal Tunbridge didn't like me because I was some tattoed punk type common chav.

Then I was even more of an disgrace because I got a "Dangerous Dog" named after the bloke who chopped the head off a King.

Next I turned totally into the "We don't like your sort round here" because I became Anna

And now............

I dare to stroll around the promenades of this snobby, up it's own arse enclave of true blue England arm in arm with my Girlfriend.

Ha! Ha! Ha ******* Ha! Ha!

I'm really proud of and happy about the jaws dropping, the eyes popping and the heart attacks happening in our wake.

Today Is A Good Day

 ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D

I've got a MASSIVE grin on my face after reading this one, Anna! WOOHOO!!

Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on March 21, 2015, 12:40:08 PM
Just went to the local train station and got my tickets out the machine for Newcastle makes it feel that bit closer
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Rusco on March 21, 2015, 02:05:30 PM
Me and my wife and her parents arrived to Lappland after driving approx 1000km's. We have a winter vacation called skiing vacation which started yesterday. It means one week holiday.

I have lots of good memories from here. Last time it was during Christmas one year ago when we were here. I had just received BDAW and was totally into it.
:)

It's snow 60 cm's here and right now -5 Celsius. (In southern Finland it's about +/- 0 celsius and no snow at all.)
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Post by: keto on March 21, 2015, 02:14:02 PM
heya guys  :)
after i saw all your lovely wishes in case of anna and me  :D i just like to say thanxxx to everybody who got involved in our love- story  ::) i'm sorry that i'm not really active in the forum, but you know, there is anna  :-* and since we met i have no time for anything else  ;) and english is'nt my ******* mother- language...
anna wrote already everything, i just can agree with her. i never dared even to dream to meet somebody gorgeous like her, she makes my life worth it and 3000 miles between us (tel aviv) is nothing, cos there is no greater love!!!  :D
so thank ya guys again, i feel i got a bit a family i never had, we'll meet for sure soon, have fun this night in newcastle and
ANNA CAPARA I'LL LOVE YA FOREVER!!!  :-* :-* :-*
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Post by: Amandistan on March 21, 2015, 03:34:39 PM
The fact that my home for nearly three months is a farm in county Tipperary away from any city. Also the fact that my main job is working with calves. I have actually taught three newborns to drink from a bottle and not their mothers. Herding them is hard work as they are strong animals. I have bruises from being hit with there heads after feeding but i still find it fun and rewarding. 

I think this is how people are meant to live. Eat, work hard, spend time together, have fun, work more, eat again  and feel no pressure to get ahead. All this and breath actual oxygen and not the polluted air found in cities.
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Post by: Master Ray on March 21, 2015, 08:43:48 PM
Sounds so ******* great, Amanda... wishing you all the best in your new life.   :D
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Post by: Shush on March 21, 2015, 11:28:34 PM
heya guys  :)
after i saw all your lovely wishes in case of anna and me  :D i just like to say thanxxx to everybody who got involved in our love- story  ::) i'm sorry that i'm not really active in the forum, but you know, there is anna  :-* and since we met i have no time for anything else  ;) and english is'nt my ******* mother- language...
anna wrote already everything, i just can agree with her. i never dared even to dream to meet somebody gorgeous like her, she makes my life worth it and 3000 miles between us (tel aviv) is nothing, cos there is no greater love!!!  :D
so thank ya guys again, i feel i got a bit a family i never had, we'll meet for sure soon, have fun this night in newcastle and
ANNA CAPARA I'LL LOVE YA FOREVER!!!  :-* :-* :-*

Hey Keyo,  look after our good friend Anna, then your alright by me  :) let us know when you are coming over again, and maybeez we can sort out a good meet up. -- a few dates over Xmas already looking interesting  ;), or maybeez hopefully sumut sooner.
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Post by: Pol on March 23, 2015, 06:38:12 PM
Watching the labour party shit its pants from the snp . That's what happens when you team up with the tories and do fck all for several generations
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Post by: keto on March 23, 2015, 08:14:47 PM
Hey Keyo,  look after our good friend Anna, then your alright by me  :) let us know when you are coming over again, and maybeez we can sort out a good meet up. -- a few dates over Xmas already looking interesting  ;), or maybeez hopefully sumut sooner.

hey shush, be sure i will  :D i like to meet ya too, hope to come with anna to a xmas gig. i've been in koeln 2013 and 2014, hopefully this year nottingham  ::) anna will let you know if i'm coming over, in case i forget to post it, cos i'm confused  ;) ...
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on March 23, 2015, 08:40:32 PM
heya guys  :)
after i saw all your lovely wishes in case of anna and me  :D i just like to say thanxxx to everybody who got involved in our love- story  ::) i'm sorry that i'm not really active in the forum, but you know, there is anna  :-* and since we met i have no time for anything else  ;) and english is'nt my ******* mother- language...
anna wrote already everything, i just can agree with her. i never dared even to dream to meet somebody gorgeous like her, she makes my life worth it and 3000 miles between us (tel aviv) is nothing, cos there is no greater love!!!  :D
so thank ya guys again, i feel i got a bit a family i never had, we'll meet for sure soon, have fun this night in newcastle and
ANNA CAPARA I'LL LOVE YA FOREVER!!!  :-* :-* :-*

Awwwww !
(http://www.4smileys.com/smileys/love-smileys/hug_smiley.gif)
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Post by: Shush on March 23, 2015, 08:55:57 PM
Great stuff Keto. A meet up in Notts this year would be great. No doubt by then there will be several other dates announced near that time also. Maybe even Wezzy could make Notts this year !!!!
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Post by: Master Ray on March 23, 2015, 08:58:27 PM
New Model Army in Nottingham... the Holy Grail of all things NMA.

Search your feelings... you know it to be true.

 ;)
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on March 23, 2015, 09:01:51 PM
Great stuff Keto. A meet up in Notts this year would be great. No doubt by then there will be several other dates announced near that time also. Maybe even Wezzy could make Notts this year !!!!

Keep yer bits crossed and be careful of what you wish for !
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Post by: Pol on March 23, 2015, 09:06:20 PM
The Moto GP starting on Sunday, can anyone stop marc from making 3 in a row  #93

Karen i too hope to see you in Nottingham
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Post by: Shush on March 23, 2015, 09:09:07 PM
New Model Army in Nottingham... the Holy Grail of all things NMA.

Search your feelings... you know it to be true.

 ;)

Indeed. lets try to remember not to leave it too long for ordering tickets this year. Only 2500 available, and like " the gig in Leipzig" , may sell out again. 
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Post by: Master Ray on March 23, 2015, 09:13:29 PM
Agreed, sir.
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Post by: justanotheronethen on March 24, 2015, 10:23:56 AM
Really happy with the Beautiful Days lineup this year...

But no NMA or Justin Sullivan again? Not even mentioned with Freeborn John live
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Post by: Pol on March 24, 2015, 10:46:34 AM
Was over at the shop for rolls n a paper n a guy came in and bought a half oz (12.5g) of tobacco (golden Virginia) couldn't believe it when the woman ask him £5.04 wow wtf i used to smoke nearly that every day I'm definitely off the cigs for good
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Post by: Rusco on March 25, 2015, 07:22:03 AM
Pol, I bought cigs at a plane station in Gatwick and it cost 8,50£. Just a normal box of Marlboro.
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Post by: Rusco on March 25, 2015, 07:28:33 AM
We're very happy with skiing here in Lappland. My wife posted some pics on to NMA FB pages from here. Today I'll ski and bowl some, as well as go to the skibar. Sun shines and it was -20 celsius last night.  8)
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Post by: Amandistan on March 25, 2015, 02:53:51 PM
The fact that Irish people are possibly some of the kindest people in the world. When walking down the road instead of honking the horn at you or shouting at you to "Get off the ******* road, you stupid ****" , they actually wave and say hello.  You don't risk being killed.  Also the fact that farming is hard work but fun and happy.
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Post by: Pol on March 25, 2015, 04:19:35 PM
I'm glad our Celtic cousins are treating you properly Amanda
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Post by: Pol on March 26, 2015, 09:39:27 AM
Full ebay refund, could have done without the hassle in the first place but credit where its due ebay kept their side of the bargain n i used the money to buy bigger and better.
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Post by: jimmie 8 on March 26, 2015, 06:32:39 PM
The stranglers tomorrow night plus Bernard fanning coming to Glasgow at the end of april
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Post by: Shush on March 28, 2015, 11:43:08 PM
What makes me happy,     -- went to my local 2night,  last time had 5 NMA songs on the Box, 2nite they also had

Modern times
Frightened
Ambition

Did I play 'em, oh yes, many times  ;)
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Post by: Master Ray on March 28, 2015, 11:46:07 PM
Sounds like a fine place, sir.
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Post by: Shush on March 28, 2015, 11:51:33 PM
Just a piss-ant town to the West of Notts, formerly famous for its brewery, now remarkable for nothing in particular  :-\
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Post by: Shush on March 28, 2015, 11:53:14 PM
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kimberley,_Nottinghamshire

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kimberley_Brewery
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Post by: Rusco on March 30, 2015, 04:09:33 AM
Happy Birthday witch

:):)
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on March 31, 2015, 04:52:24 PM
This does

Hopefully I'm not being too gullible but.... I really like this - young people trying to take their identity back from those that steal it:

http://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/young-british-muslims-declare-own-jihad-against-isis-and-other-terrorists-who-hijack-islam-10146534.html

Share.

 :-*
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Post by: Pol on April 01, 2015, 09:53:37 PM
A simple pleasure  - putting a new coil into your tank and enjoying vaping the way it should be
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on April 03, 2015, 02:02:14 PM
The nurse is happy I can inject my own drugs so I should be able to go home when they process the perscription. Back on Thursday for another test that will only take e few hours.
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Post by: Rusco on April 03, 2015, 02:21:57 PM
The nurse is happy I can inject my own drugs so I should be able to go home when they process the perscription. Back on Thursday for another test that will only take e few hours.

Wishing everything goes well with you. I have also some strange tumor in my finger. The doctor said to me: look at my hand, and pointed a small tumor like thing in middle of her hand too. :) Fortunately,  they're not always bad.
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on April 05, 2015, 02:43:51 PM
I'm home !
 :)
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Post by: Master Ray on April 05, 2015, 06:05:11 PM
I'm home !
 :)

Yay, you!  Glad to hear it!  Hope all is fine.
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Post by: Rusco on April 05, 2015, 08:46:46 PM
While I was taking my tools back inside the working room, it was a clear and starry night sky. I drank a beer while watching the skies and having a cig while I awaited if I could hear an owl singing. Then I immediately saw three satellites at once. All of them flying at different directions. :)
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Post by: Pol on April 05, 2015, 09:19:00 PM
Michael Bloomberg and Bill Gates on their quest to stop the large tobacco companies for killing millions people in poorer countries
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Post by: Master Ray on April 08, 2015, 07:23:16 PM
Got a new job today!  Yeah, I'm still gonna be broke (still down about £600 a month from when I worked for the NHS) but it's the same money for a 25-hour week, so I can find alternatives sources of income to bump up the cash flow situation a bit!

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Post by: Pol on April 08, 2015, 07:59:14 PM
Excellent news Ray good to see you getting a deserved break, hope it all goes well
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on April 10, 2015, 12:53:39 PM
Got a new job today!  Yeah, I'm still gonna be broke (still down about £600 a month from when I worked for the NHS) but it's the same money for a 25-hour week, so I can find alternatives sources of income to bump up the cash flow situation a bit!


 :)
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on April 10, 2015, 12:57:11 PM
Blood tests at the hospital went ok yesterday and the results will take a few weeks. That means my arms get a rest and can look normal rather than summut off of Trainspotting !
 ;D
Don't look at my stomach though. That's pretty shades of blue/purple/green/yellow bruises. Saying that, each time I inject the reaction gets better. Less bruising and stinging.
 :)
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Post by: Pol on April 11, 2015, 11:18:54 AM
The kindness of strangers, was going to the bookies to donate my annual fiver and just outside a old lady had fallen though i didn't see the incident, nothing serious looking anyway a few people had came to her rescue and were offering to run her home etc . Always good to see kind decent people in this world
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on April 11, 2015, 02:16:01 PM
Pol - that's lovely, cheers  :-* I always smile reading this sort of little everyday kindness.

Wessexy - pleased to read that  :) Do you make wedding cakes?
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Post by: Amandistan on April 12, 2015, 02:52:48 PM
Bottle feeding newborn calves and teaching them how to drink.
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Post by: Master Ray on April 12, 2015, 06:48:38 PM
The kindness of strangers, was going to the bookies to donate my annual fiver and just outside a old lady had fallen though i didn't see the incident, nothing serious looking anyway a few people had came to her rescue and were offering to run her home etc . Always good to see kind decent people in this world

I agree... with reference to the 'my Mum having a fall' thing that I posted a few days ago... I only got the full story today.  Apparently, she had the fall, my stepdad put her down on a nearby bench and went to get her a bottle of water from a nearby shop, then got back to find out she'd collapsed face down on the pavement...  :-[

There was a circle of people around her, some young track-suited lad (who my stepdad said 'looked a bit rough'... don't be unpleasant, he's a suspicious fella at the best of times!) was calling an ambulance, some Asian lady was holding her hand and being reassuring,  and a paramedic was there within five minutes.  Someone even watched her handbag and passed it back to her because 'didn't want to see you get it nicked, luv...'

I might be a bit cynical, but those 'people' things... they can be pretty decent sometimes, eh?

 :)
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Post by: Pol on April 13, 2015, 06:39:40 PM
Charity shops.
Todays purchases Hazel O'Conner - breaking glass soundtrack vinyl. Dvds - Family guy season 6, Family guy uncovered, Ted, team America. Cds - Gomez - bring it on, Skunk anansie - paranoid and sunburnt and a Salvador Dali style wall clock. and all for £10.
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Post by: Master Ray on April 13, 2015, 07:41:18 PM
Charity shops.
Todays purchases Hazel O'Conner - breaking glass soundtrack vinyl. Dvds - Family guy season 6, Family guy uncovered, Ted, team America. Cds - Gomez - bring it on, Skunk anansie - paranoid and sunburnt and a Salvador Dali style wall clock. and all for £10.

Bloody BARGAIN!!!!

You into Skunk Anansie?  One of my favourite ever bands.
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Post by: Pol on April 13, 2015, 08:17:56 PM
I've only really heard the early stuff Used to have that cd Love her voice and think ace is a excellent guitarist
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Post by: Master Ray on April 13, 2015, 08:25:09 PM
I've only really heard the early stuff Used to have that cd Love her voice and think ace is a excellent guitarist

You should investigate further. Three excellent albums before they split... then ten years later, they reformed with two albums that were just as good!  And such a bloody awesome live act...

I leave you with this fantastic track...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cHeD05rv57Y

 :D
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on April 16, 2015, 06:55:13 PM
Tulips
 :-*
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Post by: Pol on April 16, 2015, 07:31:23 PM
Tulips ? The daffodils are no long oot here lol
Anyway won another t shirt on ebay and my meteors logo badge arrived today n i finally managed to put my laptop into get fixed after about two years gonna get a second hand mp3 player preferably a Sony walkman once its done n funds allow
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Post by: Master Ray on April 16, 2015, 07:33:35 PM
The official new STAR WARS trailer...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPs4sivB6z8

I really need to start a geek / fantasy thread one of these days...
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Post by: witch on April 16, 2015, 08:43:17 PM
Im happy that the postie brought me a NMA letter with BWAB Live December cd 2014 Im not so happy coz Ive pre ordered 2 cds one for  my husband and one for me but I recieced only one  :'( :'(
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Post by: Master Ray on April 20, 2015, 08:29:14 PM
New job started today... seems pretty cool, nice folks and that...
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Post by: Pol on April 20, 2015, 08:45:30 PM
Glad your first impressions of your new job are positive ray
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Post by: Pol on April 28, 2015, 05:04:11 PM
The postal service, very impressive, will keep it cryptic
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Post by: Master Ray on April 28, 2015, 06:42:12 PM
Hey, my best mates a postman, you don't need to tell me!
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Post by: Amandistan on April 28, 2015, 10:03:56 PM
The fact that I am leaving on Tuesday to go to The Netherland and volunteer on a farm. It's mainly the fact that I will be leaving here. This will be my third volunteer position  and I can honestly say it will be a relief  to have the 2nd done with. I hate cleaning and my job is basically cleaning hear.  In the Netherlands, I get to learn to build with mud, herd goats, ride horses and feed animals.  Not be stuck in a house. 

Back to the hard but enjoyable work that is farming.
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Post by: Master Ray on April 28, 2015, 10:05:02 PM
Been to The Netherland a couple of times.  I think you'll like it.
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Post by: Pol on April 29, 2015, 05:16:37 PM
Managed to get my mp3 player up and running Now that might not seem much for some but for me its an achievement, should explain its a really old Sony and I had to get the sonicstage software for it to run and yes nma (impurity) was my first transfer
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Post by: Master Ray on May 01, 2015, 09:20:56 PM
Just put in my order for the new Faith No More album.

Damn, I never thought I'd be ever be saying that again...   :o

Such an awesome band.
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Post by: witch on May 01, 2015, 09:43:35 PM
Today Ive got my new notebook  and my brother in law ( he is our family admin coz we are a bit oldschool with such stuff  :-\ he was able to gave me my older much loved NMA screensaver back tooks him some work but it works now  so Im reaaly happy about it  :D :D :D was a great surprise from him  :)
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Post by: witch on May 01, 2015, 09:45:10 PM
meant really Im Sorry
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on May 02, 2015, 06:31:29 PM
A truly lovely Scottish Gentleman who exemplifies everything that's good about people.

Love ya' brother

Anna
 :-*
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Post by: Rusco on May 03, 2015, 08:42:59 AM
Yesterday, I built a new nest box for birds. Now there's 7 of them in our yard. A European Pied Flycatcher conquered it immediately. :)

It's a fierce fight with birds out there right now, who'll conquer a nest box. Normally they'll start to keep an eye on them in the end of winter. And suddenly, it's *bang* in one or two days period in start of May when all of migrant birds arrive and the ones who've stayed whole winter here get nasty towards them.
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Post by: jimmie 8 on May 03, 2015, 01:22:38 PM
Listening to Bernard Fanning cds after seeing him last wednesday night in cottiers theatre in Glasgow great nights entertainment been to most venues in Glasgow but that was the first time in that one it uesd to be a church now a music venue was well impressed would love to see Justin and Dean play there
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Post by: Pol on May 07, 2015, 12:52:22 PM
New headphones came today ( ok I'm a bit of a shopaholic lol) got to say they are excellent especially as i paid £5 for them (hey I'm Scottish) they are new but been refurbished They are Sony zx300 they have definitely given my mp3 a new much improved sound. Gonna give the old sennheisers to the Chaz shop
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Post by: Amandistan on May 07, 2015, 08:25:44 PM
Part of my new job is riding a bike for half an hour to get to horses that I must feed in the clean air of the Netherlands. The Dutch seem to be very friendly and everyone actually speaks to everyone. Like Ireland but only Dutch speaking. Life can be really good.
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Post by: Master Ray on May 07, 2015, 08:32:13 PM
Sounds great, A!
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Post by: Master Ray on May 09, 2015, 10:48:09 PM
Thought my laptop was slowing down to the point of collapse... no atter what I clicked on, it was sluggish and took forever to happen...

... then thought to replace my mouse and, yes, everythings all fine and speedy!

 ::)

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Post by: Shush on May 09, 2015, 10:50:59 PM
Good to know. Thought I was the only laptoper who plugged in a mouse. Cannot get on with the finger pad thing  :-\
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Post by: Heno on May 10, 2015, 07:34:23 AM
getting over the toughest and most stressful work in my life. beyond belief and overwhelming. but its coming to end. now to change the world
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Post by: Pol on May 11, 2015, 06:38:29 PM
Just won seasons 1-5 of the sopranos for £9.50 inc p&p wow bargain and i know that there are 6 seasons i can pick up last season soon l. Genuinely surprised i won it was so sure i would get out bid. Happy viewing with that and sons of anarchy on its way.
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Post by: Master Ray on May 11, 2015, 06:41:14 PM
between The Sopranos, The Wire and Sons of Anarchy, I think I have the perfect trio of 'classic shows I've never seen and will probably keep me going until about 2017...'

 ???
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Post by: Pol on May 11, 2015, 08:01:12 PM
I've not thought about the wire lol missed out on the thick of it got caught up in a ps3 game
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Post by: Heno on May 11, 2015, 08:08:53 PM
i tried the wire many times but it gets lost in translation

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Post by: Master Ray on May 11, 2015, 08:28:17 PM
Lost In Translation is one of my top 5 movies ever... 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sU0oZsqeG_s

Bill Murray is, was and will always be awesome...
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Post by: witch on May 14, 2015, 07:22:12 PM
Today it was a special day at a big german radio station swr3 goes mad you can sent them some request with music they didnt played normal so Ive sent them early in the morning an email with my request 51 st New Model Army( wrote them my fave band since 29 years now and still awesome  great and active ) they played this song in the afternoon  ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: witch on May 14, 2015, 07:27:48 PM
And another one makes me happy aswell today booked our flights to the UK today for this year in October :)
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Post by: witch on May 14, 2015, 07:31:55 PM
And the last 1 felt in love with such a great awesome car  looks so great  :)
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Post by: Master Ray on May 14, 2015, 07:50:51 PM
Witch, I have to ask, why you coming to the UK in October?

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Post by: Pol on May 14, 2015, 07:52:18 PM
You need to tell us what kinda car witch
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Post by: Master Ray on May 14, 2015, 07:57:03 PM
You need to tell us what kinda car witch

And also whether you might might want to meet with your Forum friends...?
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Post by: Rusco on May 14, 2015, 08:34:58 PM
You buying a car from UK?

We would love to go there again soon also. We've been thinking about Dec dates but not sure because we have a renovation this year also. Hmmmm.  :P
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Post by: Shush on May 14, 2015, 09:30:39 PM
You buying a car from UK?

We would love to go there again soon also. We've been thinking about Dec dates but not sure because we have a renovation this year also. Hmmmm.  :P

That would be great if you could get yourself over for the Xmas gigs Rusco  :) ;)
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Post by: Master Ray on May 15, 2015, 08:52:35 PM
Yay!  Bruce Dickinson is cancer free and a new Maiden album on the way!
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Post by: Amandistan on May 16, 2015, 02:16:23 PM
A certain Dutch someone who I just wish I could sit and have a conversation with them forever. It's a new friendship not romance. I also very much enjoy talking to her girlfriend as well. They are such a beautiful and nice couple. They are artists, hippies, smart, funny and great with animals.

I love when you meet people that you could just have endless conversations with.  The sad thing is as a nomad, I have to leave and meet someone else who I connect with then leave again.
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on May 17, 2015, 03:15:50 PM
(http://www.aquariumfish.net/images_01/male_gold_honey_gouramis_110804b3_w0640.jpg)

 :)



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Post by: witch on May 20, 2015, 08:55:05 PM
On the next Friday I will have an appoittment with my car I felt in love a Peugeot RCZ  for a test drive so Im really happy  about it and Im getting a bit nervos right now ...@ all I wish a very good night  ;)Take good care cheers witch sweet dreams  ;)
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Post by: Master Ray on May 22, 2015, 11:10:52 PM
Manic Street Preachers winning an Ivor Novello award for 'inspiration'...  seen 'em live countless times since they were a Clash / GnR knock-off band that were regarded as a bit of a joke... damn, do I know how to spot talent!   ;)

Maybe NMA next year?  ???
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Post by: witch on May 26, 2015, 09:36:56 PM
After 2 weeks intensiv thinking we had bought a new car today
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on May 28, 2015, 01:03:56 PM
Hospital ok yesterday. Was quite painful even with a local anaesthetic. It was 2 tubes up through he groin into the brain tumour and they squirted some sort of dye and hormone through it. Nurse gave me a free Brazilian ! The dressing is pulling a bit today though.
 I could feel the tubes being pushed up at the groin and hip then again when it went behind my throat. I could hear a cracking in my ears then a whoosh when the fluids went in. You get an extreme hot flush and feel really horrible when the hormone goes in.
 The Proff who sorted me yesterday said it will take a few weeks for results then crack on with the op. There's not much call for brain surgery, so it will all happen sooner rather than later.

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Post by: claireinblack on May 28, 2015, 01:22:28 PM
Good luck with the surgery, and hope you are feeling a bit more comfortable soon
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Post by: jc on May 28, 2015, 02:02:24 PM
Hugs Michelle x

Cheers

jc
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Post by: Shush on May 28, 2015, 02:13:11 PM
Oh Wezzy, even though I have different apparatus I crossed my legs after reading that.  :-[

Great news that you don't have to wait too long.  :)

Best wishes to you  :-*
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on May 28, 2015, 02:20:04 PM
Wow Jesus Christ WW I Hope it all goes well for you Hugs
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on May 28, 2015, 05:38:23 PM
Love & Hugs Wessexy

x
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on May 28, 2015, 06:47:26 PM
Ditto, Anna's post.

x
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on May 29, 2015, 12:01:18 PM
Thank you everyone.

 :-*

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Post by: Tony S on May 29, 2015, 03:19:54 PM
Gulp, just read the previous page here. Holy moly ! All the best WW !!
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on May 29, 2015, 09:22:21 PM
Skype

I don't know if I want to kiss and hug the inventor of this or if I want to nominate them for a Nobel Peace Prize.. Actually, I think kisses and hugs are in order  :)

Imagine the phone bill you'd get back in the day - 3 hours international calling every night for 2 1/2 months !!!!!!!!

Isn't this digital super-highway bloody marvellous  ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on May 29, 2015, 09:40:21 PM
On the same theme I loving my broadband especially youtube on the playstation network It basically plays full size video on your tv
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Amandistan on May 31, 2015, 04:28:05 PM
I am living on a very remote island for the next two months. You have to go three hours by boat from Penzence to get here. It's the first time I have ever had an entire beach to myself.   
Stunningly beautiful. 
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: witch on May 31, 2015, 07:18:43 PM
The bday from my husband today we had a good time with family and friends and he was so happy about his tix to see NMA playing at the Burg Herzberg festival  :) :) :) :) Bye the way I have a  few flyers if someone likes to have a flyer for the NMA collection let me know its for free and I will send it to you  ;)
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Post by: Sheena on May 31, 2015, 11:16:00 PM
I have found a great band...  ;)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Heno on May 31, 2015, 11:20:31 PM
who is it?
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Sheena on May 31, 2015, 11:39:07 PM
Erm... NMA...   ;)

Yes, I know you all already know.

(I'm new  :-[ )
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on June 01, 2015, 07:07:01 PM
I think I've heard of them. Bunch of miserable Goths or something?

 :D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: witch on June 01, 2015, 09:19:11 PM
Why not ? Did you ever watch I Goth my world ? Great movie bye the way ...I wish you a nice eve
cheers witch
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: witch on June 01, 2015, 09:27:09 PM
Im really happy coz tomorrow we will get our new car and Im happy about a email from a close friend of mine we like to visit in the next October in Nottingham happy days count the days .....waiting.....bloody waiting but really worth it  ;)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: wychbury on June 01, 2015, 09:30:09 PM
I even get paid despite the fact that the UK gov doesn't know not would they approve.

I would be careful about broadcasting that too widely. It is very easy for someone to report cases of illegal working to the UK Border Authority. Whilst they might not follow it up, you probably don't want to risk it.
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Post by: Amandistan on June 02, 2015, 11:56:27 AM
True, thanks very much. I deleted it.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: witch on June 02, 2015, 10:12:37 PM
Our new car arrives today makes us really happy looks really great  :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: witch on June 02, 2015, 10:15:02 PM
Oh and Ive ordered some NMA clothes in the shop and got an email status shipped makes me happy aswell so today is a good day ;)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Sheena on June 04, 2015, 09:42:03 PM
Scoffing loads of pizza because I ran (and the run was bloody awful, which makes the pizza more satisfying, somehow)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: witch on June 04, 2015, 09:47:25 PM
Good luck with your meal
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Post by: Sheena on June 04, 2015, 09:50:29 PM
Good luck with your meal
Thanks witch.  I feel a bit sick now, but it's a good sort of sick ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Johnz on June 04, 2015, 10:22:05 PM
Stumbled upon this word today:

Destinesia

The act of getting somewhere but having forgotten why you wanted to get there.  :)

Seems strangely relevant to me right now.

Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Sheena on June 04, 2015, 10:23:46 PM
Stumbled upon this word today:

Destinesia

The act of getting somewhere but having forgotten why you wanted to get there.  :)

Seems strangely relevant to me right now.
Brilliant. 
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on June 05, 2015, 06:12:06 PM
Destinesia

I always knew there was a name for my condition !

Nice.
 ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Sheena on June 05, 2015, 10:54:28 PM
My big, yellow, smelly Labrador snoring gently beside me <3
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Rusco on June 06, 2015, 10:52:33 PM
Oh and Ive ordered some NMA clothes in the shop and got an email status shipped makes me happy aswell so today is a good day ;)

Aw, that's a feeling I really love. I still can remember ordering tickets for UK shows in 2013 and it was only two weeks until they arrived before the gigs.

I'd recall that being positivity if you think we have to fly for 3000 km's to their shows.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on June 07, 2015, 07:52:00 PM
Lovely day out today, popped over to Chester on the spur of the moment, gorgeous weather, ate some nice fish 'n' chips, a bit of a mooch around some lovely old buildings... and to cap it off, had a chat with a certain Mr Alleyne Johnson, busking in this fine old city yet again...

Yeah, that was a nice day.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: witch on June 07, 2015, 09:54:32 PM
That our daughter founds my money bag today
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on June 07, 2015, 11:01:39 PM
Lovely day out today, popped over to Chester on the spur of the moment, gorgeous weather, ate some nice fish 'n' chips, a bit of a mooch around some lovely old buildings... and to cap it off, had a chat with a certain Mr Alleyne Johnson, busking in this fine old city yet again...

Yeah, that was a nice day.

Chester sounds like a really nice place. Maybeez If me and Ange visit sometime M/R, you can be our tour guide  ;)
If Ed is busking at the same time, that would be the Icing on the cake. I have seen him busking before, but that was in 1989. He does make a very impressive sound.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on June 08, 2015, 03:44:28 PM
Having a good soap box rant moment in here . Tear for fears moment lol
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on June 08, 2015, 07:33:29 PM
Lovely day out today, popped over to Chester on the spur of the moment, gorgeous weather, ate some nice fish 'n' chips, a bit of a mooch around some lovely old buildings... and to cap it off, had a chat with a certain Mr Alleyne Johnson, busking in this fine old city yet again...

Yeah, that was a nice day.

Chester sounds like a really nice place. Maybeez If me and Ange visit sometime M/R, you can be our tour guide  ;)
If Ed is busking at the same time, that would be the Icing on the cake. I have seen him busking before, but that was in 1989. He does make a very impressive sound.

Anytime, old son.  Think York, but a lot more compact, plenty of Roman stuff and a lot cheaper.
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Post by: witch on June 09, 2015, 10:03:02 PM
The  post today Ive ordered today 2 new NMA shirts and 1 hoody from the NMA shop a big heartfull thxs a lot for the NMA shop you have done a great job for mee all fits fine :) :) :) :) Im wearing my new hoddy its great and awssome thxs too Joolz for her wonderfull artwork  ;) ;) ;) ;) ;)
cheers witch
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on June 12, 2015, 08:55:22 PM
Not posting the reply to a thread I've got in my head  ;D  ;D  ;D  ;D   

Frack me - I've learnt self-control  ;D  ;D  ;D  ;D   
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on June 12, 2015, 09:00:42 PM
Laura Branigan is proud of you, Anna... I do love this tune, a cheesy 80's fave...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p8-pP4VboBk

 ;)

Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on June 14, 2015, 02:20:06 PM
Before going on the forum today, I walked around "the Forum"

By-eck it was hot. !!
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on June 15, 2015, 05:56:05 PM
Laura Branigan is proud of you, Anna... I do love this tune, a cheesy 80's fave...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p8-pP4VboBk

 ;)

Think I better listen to this now  ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on June 15, 2015, 10:12:41 PM
Finding out that a couple of your Facebook pals are in favour of fox-hunting... hmmm, perhaps, in that same spirit,  I should mutilate your pets and rub their blood in the face of the nearest child?   ???

Or just delete your details with a hearty FOAD?

Either is fine with me, you utter arsewombles...

 :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on June 16, 2015, 06:08:44 PM
The word "arsewombles"

 ;D ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on June 16, 2015, 07:43:11 PM
It is an awesome word, isn't it?... can't remember whether I made it up or picked it up somewhere else...

See also 'tossmonkeys'.

 ;)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on June 18, 2015, 09:42:05 PM
A new Iron Maiden album out in September, 'The Book Of Souls' and its a 2-CD kind of thing!

 :D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Bunny on June 19, 2015, 02:46:49 AM
The fact everyone is in bed and I finished work two hours ago and still awake. The forum is mine mwahahhahaa  :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on June 19, 2015, 07:50:30 PM
It's Friday and I've finished work for the week. I've got a week off now and..... on Sunday I'll be at Gatwick to pick up Keto  ;D  ;D  ;D  ;D  ;D  ;D  ;D  ;D   ;D
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Post by: Master Ray on June 19, 2015, 08:35:50 PM
It's Friday and I've finished work for the week. I've got a week off now and..... on Sunday I'll be at Gatwick to pick up Keto  ;D  ;D  ;D  ;D  ;D  ;D  ;D  ;D   ;D

Yay, True Love!

:D
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Post by: Sheena on June 21, 2015, 10:01:00 PM
This...
http://foulomatic.hnldesign.nl
 ;D ;D ;D

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Post by: Sheena on June 25, 2015, 10:55:15 PM
This...
http://foulomatic.hnldesign.nl
 ;D ;D ;D
I know it's childish, but did no-one enjoy this?
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on June 26, 2015, 12:16:35 AM
I did - especially "Senile Bum Sock"

 ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Sheena on June 26, 2015, 07:14:22 AM
Cloudy cider last night.  Not so much this morning...
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: witch on June 26, 2015, 09:00:01 PM
Our new car a Peugeot RCZ makes us happy and a special NMA USB Stick .....
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on June 26, 2015, 09:10:37 PM
Nice car witch definitely one of the best looking cars around
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: witch on June 27, 2015, 08:19:32 PM
Thxs a lot Pol  :)
I wish you a very nice evening and a lovely Sunday  ;)
cheers witch
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Post by: Master Ray on June 30, 2015, 07:15:54 PM
Yay!  Ticket booked for The Sisters Of Mercy in Manchester! :D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on July 01, 2015, 02:01:25 PM
Managed to hook my dvd player to an old amp that drives my gale sub woofer Wow heavy bass sounds or what, the neighbours are gonna love me also have a sound bar hooked up to the telly Now to connect a couple of satellite speakers to the amp lol
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Post by: Pol on July 01, 2015, 08:53:21 PM
Watermelon e liquid
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Post by: Shush on July 01, 2015, 09:00:52 PM
The stone cold shower I just had. Felt great after today  ;)
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on July 02, 2015, 05:55:33 PM
Sweet Peas  :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on July 06, 2015, 04:23:32 PM
Edinburgh ticket purchased
Space Jam - E liquids
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Post by: Sheena on July 06, 2015, 06:18:58 PM
Beloved dog on the mend  :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on July 08, 2015, 08:53:13 AM
Me and Ange celebrate our 20th anniversary today  :)

20th apparently is the "China" anniversary. - so we plan to go for a Chinese tonight !!
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on July 08, 2015, 01:05:29 PM
Congratulations to you and your good lady shush fck 20 years she deserves a medal not a Chinese lol Enjoy your meal mate
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Post by: Sheena on July 08, 2015, 02:52:07 PM
Me and Ange celebrate our 20th anniversary today  :)

20th apparently is the "China" anniversary. - so we plan to go for a Chinese tonight !!

Mmmm... Chinese.  Happy anniversary!
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Post by: jc on July 08, 2015, 04:59:34 PM
Me and Ange celebrate our 20th anniversary today  :)

20th apparently is the "China" anniversary. - so we plan to go for a Chinese tonight !!

And a happy anniversary from me.

Cheers

jc
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on July 08, 2015, 05:38:34 PM
Me and Ange celebrate our 20th anniversary today  :)

20th apparently is the "China" anniversary. - so we plan to go for a Chinese tonight !!

Congratulations & love to ya' both

 :-*
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Post by: Amandistan on July 08, 2015, 05:58:44 PM
cider
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on July 08, 2015, 07:15:28 PM
Me and Ange celebrate our 20th anniversary today  :)

20th apparently is the "China" anniversary. - so we plan to go for a Chinese tonight !!

Don't think you mentioned that the other night!

Big bloody congrats to the pair of you.  You know me, I'm a cynical sod, but the pair of you are awesome together and both brilliant people.

 :D
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Post by: Shush on July 09, 2015, 02:12:13 PM

thanks for the well wishes guys  :)

Congratulations to you and your good lady shush fck 20 years she deserves a medal not a Chinese lol Enjoy your meal mate

I think you might be right Pol. When we charged our glasses and I said "here's to the next 20 years" , I am sure I saw a glint of despair in her eyes  ::)

The Chinese was very nice. The starter a first time for me - Prawns wrapped in well cooked crispy bacon -- Absolutely divine  :P 
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on July 09, 2015, 05:35:17 PM
I'm glad you and ang had a good night out and the prawns sound awesome
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Post by: Master Ray on July 09, 2015, 07:31:42 PM
Prawns wrapped in bacon?

I'll take your word for that one, sir... I think I'd need a big squirt of brown sauce on that one...

 ;)

Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on July 09, 2015, 07:42:39 PM
I think I'd need a big squirt of brown sauce on that one...

philistine  >:(
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on July 09, 2015, 08:48:13 PM
I think I'd need a big squirt of brown sauce on that one...

philistine  >:(

Oof !

We're not going here again are we? Don't you two remember where this ended up last time ?  :D

I'm still voting for HP Fruity  ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Sheena on July 10, 2015, 09:54:09 PM

I'm still voting for HP Fruity  ;D
Nope...Heinz BBQ every time, here ;)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on July 13, 2015, 07:48:31 PM
Bad news for some of you I shall be returning to Nottingham this year Hotel booked!
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on July 13, 2015, 07:56:55 PM
Bad news for some of you I shall be returning to Nottingham this year Hotel booked!

Oh, fuckin' hell... when was Manchester again?

 ;)

Will see you there, sir... finally have a proper sit-down, eh, before or after the gig?

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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on July 13, 2015, 08:01:35 PM
Bad news for some of you I shall be returning to Nottingham this year Hotel booked!

Oh, fuckin' hell... when was Manchester again?

 ;)

Will see you there, sir... finally have a proper sit-down, eh, before or after the gig?

You threatening the poor lad .........................  ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on July 13, 2015, 08:13:27 PM
Bad news for some of you I shall be returning to Nottingham this year Hotel booked!

Oh, fuckin' hell... when was Manchester again?

 ;)

Will see you there, sir... finally have a proper sit-down, eh, before or after the gig?

You threatening the poor lad .........................  ;D

Well, I'm sure you'll be there to smack me one if I do such a terrible thing!
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Post by: Pol on July 13, 2015, 08:41:50 PM
Yes Anna is my bodyguard lol Yes I shall be in the tap n tumbler before even if they don't have irn bru lol so be seeing you all there I shall practice that strange language you all speak before hand lol
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Post by: Master Ray on July 13, 2015, 09:18:09 PM
Perhaps NOT the TAT in December?  That's where it was so over-crowded and claustrophobic that I missed you guys last time?

Shush knows far better places.  As do I, after our meet last month.
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Post by: Shush on July 13, 2015, 09:33:29 PM
Yeah but the TAT is traditional. Easy to find and so close to Rock City.
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Post by: Pol on July 13, 2015, 09:37:18 PM
I shall leave the meeting place up to you two after all I'm only a visitor to the fair city lol
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Post by: Shush on July 13, 2015, 09:37:41 PM
Bad news for some of you I shall be returning to Nottingham this year Hotel booked!

Same one on Derby Road ?
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on July 13, 2015, 10:06:59 PM
Yes I'm staying at the strathdon I found it decent enough last year, clean and comfortable is all I need n the breakfast is good
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Amandistan on July 14, 2015, 10:15:38 PM
The fact that it was rainy, windy and foggy and I went for a walk in the hills and cliffs by the sea.  I saw plenty of wild rabbits and finally got cows to eat out of my hand. Usually grown cows don't do that and it took a lot of work but it's done.

Oh, and me looking forward to the festival in Devon this weekend that NMA are playing.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on July 14, 2015, 10:20:34 PM
Cows are normally placid animals, but be careful, they can stampede if they regard you as a threat to their calves...
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on July 14, 2015, 10:49:32 PM
Yes you need to be careful around cows I'm I sounding like a country bumpkin lol
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on July 14, 2015, 10:52:31 PM
Not if you're Ronald McDonald you don't  ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on July 16, 2015, 07:40:28 PM
Just 'won' signed wonderful way to go cd single on ebay - " get in"  lol
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Heno on July 17, 2015, 06:30:51 PM
a night at the computer with a few beers, an episode of true detective, nma forum, and a smoke or two

easily pleased they say
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on July 17, 2015, 06:46:28 PM
a night at the computer with a few beers, an episode of true detective, nma forum, and a smoke or two

easily pleased they say

You and me both, sir.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Heno on July 17, 2015, 07:08:46 PM
i know that ray. thats what makes this easy
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Post by: witch on July 17, 2015, 09:48:56 PM
Booked our NMA Tix Burg Herzberg  ;)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on July 25, 2015, 08:37:43 PM
Bit bored tonight, so had a big trawl through my NMA Forum PM's...

Damn, I have some good friends here.

 :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: ldopas on July 25, 2015, 09:15:30 PM
Don't be bored EVA (see the teen speak).....I'm drunk and maybe compos mentis for half an hour!  ;)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on July 25, 2015, 09:21:11 PM
Don't be bored EVA (see the teen speak).....I'm drunk and maybe compos mentis for half an hour!  ;)

Erm, say what now?
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: ldopas on July 25, 2015, 09:22:24 PM
Don't be bored EVA (see the teen speak).....I'm drunk and maybe compos mentis for half an hour!  ;)

Erm, say what now?

EVA = Ever, I know teen speak is alien, but haek!
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on July 25, 2015, 09:28:00 PM
Don't be bored EVA (see the teen speak).....I'm drunk and maybe compos mentis for half an hour!  ;)

Erm, say what now?

EVA = Ever, I know teen speak is alien, but haek!

Yu iz GR8888, WTF wrong wiv deez cnuts wot dunno get teen speek, dy iz MUPPTZ   dey is well old ha ha ha!!!! yolo

 ;)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on July 26, 2015, 08:09:00 PM
No brain tumour.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on July 26, 2015, 08:19:25 PM
No brain tumour.

 :D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Sheena on July 26, 2015, 11:08:07 PM
No brain tumour.
Great news and good to see you back, I've been wondering how you are x
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: witch on July 31, 2015, 09:36:54 PM
Only 1 night to see NMA live @ Burg Herzberg makes me so bloody happy to be honest cant wait  :) :) :) :) :) :) :)
@ all I wis a nice evening  a great Saturday ;)
cheers witch
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Post by: Sheena on August 02, 2015, 02:54:32 PM
Only 1 night to see NMA live @ Burg Herzberg makes me so bloody happy to be honest cant wait  :) :) :) :) :) :) :)
@ all I wis a nice evening  a great Saturday ;)
cheers witch
Hope you had a good one, Witch x
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Amandistan on August 07, 2015, 10:27:33 PM
The feeling I got from the english immersion program in Poland. It made me meet and get to know so many wonderful people. I learned just how great the Polish people really are. I heard many stories.

I am happy to say that every one of the polish speakers english have improved immensely. One woman only learned english a year ago and was in tears at the beginning of the program for being overwhelmed. She now can put together entire sentences. It's amazing.   I made some kind of impact. These people went from dodging coaxing words like "and", "or"  "But"  etc to speaking complete sentences.

I have also gotten over my shyness a lot. I also find out just how patient I can be. I have some wonderful new friends because of this. If anyone gets a chance to do one of these do it! 
I still can't pronounce polish words worth crap though.  :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on August 12, 2015, 01:36:14 PM
Now this might seem a bit crazy but I just bought 6 nma cassettes ( raw melody men x 2 plus the 4 emi lps) n I don't own a tape deck. Why - thought that they would make a excellent display item . Hey I'm happy who cares!
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on August 14, 2015, 10:21:18 PM
My financial situation is a bit better (not much, but enough) so bought tickets for NMA in Chester and Nottingham... still weighing up whether I can do Manchester...

:D

Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on August 15, 2015, 07:26:44 PM
Booking a hotel for Nottingham  :)

Shooting Fred The Zombie slap bang centre of the forehead  ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on August 15, 2015, 07:29:49 PM
Booking a hotel for Nottingham  :)

Shooting Fred The Zombie slap bang centre of the forehead  ;D

What kind of crazy-ass neighbourhood you living in????

 ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on August 15, 2015, 08:55:57 PM
Oh so we get to meet Anna again this year Looking forward to it
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on August 15, 2015, 09:03:26 PM
Yes, Pol, and this time it will me a proper meet, hopefully before the gig and not an after meet where we can manage a proper conversation and not like last time when it was me being introduced to you guys by Shush and I was so drunk that it was all I could do to stop my eyes drifting in different directions...  :D

Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on August 16, 2015, 12:39:02 AM
I won't be able to book the train till mid September, guessing it will be 2/3 pm before I get to Nottingham, remind me not to change at Warrington this time lol , so confirm my plans then
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on August 16, 2015, 02:17:15 PM
What kind of crazy-ass neighbourhood you living in????

Man, this place is the most dangerous place on earth ! Even angels fear to tread. Oof it's hell out there on the streets of Royal Tunbridge Wells  ;D  ;D  ;D  ;D

Hey Pol - not just me but Keto too  :-*
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Sheena on August 25, 2015, 08:30:15 PM
Oh I've missed this forum ;D. I'm glad to be back home and back online  :-*
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on August 25, 2015, 08:43:01 PM
Oh I've missed this forum ;D. I'm glad to be back home and back online  :-*

Welcome back!
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Amandistan on August 25, 2015, 09:34:03 PM
6 days of enjoyment all to myself with no jobs. For 6 months when traveling, I have been mostly working and had not time to really see sites. So it's 3 days in Krakow, Then it's  2 days in Lviv Ukraine. Then cheap as dirt night train. (4 euros for 13 hour sleeper to the Ukrainian/ Romanian border. Then it's walk 1.5 km across border and then another after crossing into EU side to Romania. I am actually excited about walking across a border. :D
Oh and using bla bla car and sleeping in stranger's homes most of the way.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Sheena on August 26, 2015, 08:52:52 AM

Welcome back!
Thank you!
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on August 28, 2015, 08:07:40 PM
Listening to music.

Had a bad attack of insomnia last night, thanks to certain personal problems, so gave up at about 2am, plugged my mp3 player into my ears, full blast, and lay there in the darkness listening to fine tunes until I drifted off, roundabout the time the morning sun was brightening my bedroom window...

No matter what happens to me, music always makes me feel better.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Rusco on August 28, 2015, 09:01:23 PM
I'm soon getting ready a work I've been doing for our sauna. I'm building wooden benches for it where you can sit. Well, my wife's a bit angry it took so long time to devise the system there but I don't want to create something that you would end up to build once again if it found not to be working later on. So, it has to be a good design that will last tens of years and if you'll sell the house some day the benches should look like something that would look convenient to others eyes too.

We had a big renovation in bathroom and sauna in June and July. So this is actually the last step with the renovation.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Coumarin on August 28, 2015, 09:06:15 PM
so, have you built a sauna from scratch? respect there....
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on August 28, 2015, 09:07:49 PM
Do you work in construction Rusco, or are you just good with your hands ?
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Post by: Coumarin on August 28, 2015, 09:10:19 PM
im guessing carpentry must be a skill to fit out a sauna?
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Post by: Rusco on August 28, 2015, 09:38:57 PM
No, I'm not working in construction but I've learned some things with carpentry as a self taught. Watching step-by-step videos, devising things and building them helps a lot and I've done it now for years.

Here's (http://www.warkop.fi/upload/Image/Saunat/kuusilaude1.jpg) a pic about a traditional way of building the benches in sauna in Finland. There's also a new, modern way of building them which has much more curved lines than the traditional way has but I'm just making plain, traditional benches.

Yeah Coumarin, there are some important things with carpentry in rooms that'll have a high rate of moisture,  like the way of using paraffin oil with the wood. If you cover the wood wholly with it it will rot. So, it has to be able to get dry also afterwards.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Rusco on August 28, 2015, 09:51:52 PM
Here (https://encrypted-tbn1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQRFT6CDTYIiSIICORgbHaTahAlzRdVj9FFEPvSJvycV0BuJD2_) is an example of a new way of building the benches.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Coumarin on August 29, 2015, 06:21:40 PM
thought so rusco. my dad was a chippie, so he passed a lot of his wood working skills my way. even though im not a carpenter I can still remember how to hang a door and how the hinges should be spaced to make them look correct even if they aren't!
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Amandistan on August 30, 2015, 09:22:32 PM
Lviv Ukraine
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Post by: Master Ray on September 06, 2015, 08:48:31 PM
Oh, after years of searching, an old fellow band member found the demos of our band from the mid 90's...  :D

Listening back, it actually sounds pretty good...

Oh, those days.

Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Rusco on September 12, 2015, 09:23:29 PM
thought so rusco. my dad was a chippie, so he passed a lot of his wood working skills my way. even though im not a carpenter I can still remember how to hang a door and how the hinges should be spaced to make them look correct even if they aren't!

That's good. I haven't had any skills to it earlier but the way of our living in a house in middle of forest gives more knowledge to things. Nobody else does the work than us (apart huge renovations) so there are technics that we should be familiar with.

What makes me happy is today we had a sauna again after many years since things are working there now.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Rusco on September 13, 2015, 01:43:45 PM
Another front board glued on.   :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on September 13, 2015, 08:40:02 PM
Got £85 out of my piggy bank to cash in tomorrow, gonna put the notes back in it and keep going
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on September 15, 2015, 04:44:40 PM
Cherry limeade e cig liquid available at a vaporized shop near you, other shops and flavours are available
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on September 16, 2015, 05:55:16 AM
Jolly Boy John
http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=Z65azLOPF_4

For Real. !!!
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on September 17, 2015, 08:31:42 PM
Getting a phone call last week from the hospital, seems my date with a certain Surgeon has been brought forward from february to November  :o
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on September 17, 2015, 08:42:38 PM
That a good or a bad thing?
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Post by: Sheena on September 17, 2015, 09:59:14 PM
My bed zzzzzzz
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on September 17, 2015, 11:11:46 PM
Getting a phone call last week from the hospital, seems my date with a certain Surgeon has been brought forward from february to November  :o

Best of luck with that. Know how important it is to you.  ;)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on September 18, 2015, 05:54:52 AM
All your friends are with you Anna
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: jc on September 18, 2015, 06:20:45 AM
Best of luck to you Anna.

Cheers

jc
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: BlackCountryMaggiD on September 18, 2015, 11:04:38 AM
Getting a phone call last week from the hospital, seems my date with a certain Surgeon has been brought forward from february to November  :o

Great news!
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on September 18, 2015, 08:09:33 PM
Spending much of the afternoon on the phone with my bank after numerous f-ups on their part regarding a re-financing of a loan I did a few months back... I really went for it and not only got my loan renegotiated on MY terms (for quite a bit less £££s per month), but got all costs refunded and £50 compensation thrown into the bargain!

 :D

The irony of it... I think that the original problem stems from something I did wrong...  ;D

Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: ldopas on September 19, 2015, 07:21:45 AM
Spending much of the afternoon on the phone with my bank after numerous f-ups on their part regarding a re-financing of a loan I did a few months back... I really went for it and not only got my loan renegotiated on MY terms (for quite a bit less £££s per month), but got all costs refunded and £50 compensation thrown into the bargain!

 :D

The irony of it... I think that the original problem stems from something I did wrong...  ;D

Excellent. And as I've said before, never be afraid of going for it MR! Now apply that everywhere and there will be no stopping you, and we should all be very afraid!   ;)

Just watched the Spongebob movie with my niece, absolute classic. I don't know what they were smoking when they wrote the script, but I WANT SOME!

This should give you a clue as to the tone of the film:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fGdy8z7dCe4
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on September 19, 2015, 08:05:13 PM
Idopas, if you are looking for kids films to watch with your neice, check out the SHAUN THE SHEEP movie.  Genuinely the funniest film I've seen all year, so clever and beautifully made.

Seeing my own little niece tomorrow, looking forward to it... funny how these loud annoying messy little things can creep under your skin, eh?   :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on September 20, 2015, 10:26:03 AM
Thanks y'all for your lovely words  :-*
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: ldopas on September 20, 2015, 11:41:34 AM
Idopas, if you are looking for kids films to watch with your neice, check out the SHAUN THE SHEEP movie.  Genuinely the funniest film I've seen all year, so clever and beautifully made.

Seeing my own little niece tomorrow, looking forward to it... funny how these loud annoying messy little things can creep under your skin, eh?   :)

Haha, shes a bit older than that now and is at school, but yeah I remember the noise and mess!  :)

I have indeed seen Shaun the Sheep, it is genius. Though my next foray is with friends to go see The Martian I like the concept and it looks good.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on September 20, 2015, 04:14:18 PM
I have interweb !

nearly a month without silly cat videos !

 :D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on September 21, 2015, 09:04:24 PM
Train tickets bought for Nottingham, £95 suppose it beats £132
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on September 21, 2015, 09:05:37 PM
Train tickets bought for Nottingham, £95 suppose it beats £132

Where you stayin', old son?
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on September 21, 2015, 10:19:22 PM
Same as last year, the strathdon , was good enough n the breakfast was tasty
Changing at Warrington on the way down again at least I have a good idea where to go this time, might book a taxi bank quay to central
3 trains home notts to manc then to Preston then to Glasgow
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on September 23, 2015, 05:11:54 PM
Raspberry lemonade e cig liquid, very nice up there with the cherry limeade
Oh I dare I mention a win for Scotland at the rugby
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: blossom on September 27, 2015, 06:31:24 PM
When you have a day when I for once don't have pain its a great and happy feeling so today is a really good day 😊
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on October 06, 2015, 04:24:54 PM
7 days and counting
Just noticed it will be exactly 4 years between gigs at the Edinburgh liquid rooms, wonder if they will play water lol I'm sure we will get wins and blood tracks. Ok no more liquid based puns
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: witch on October 06, 2015, 04:52:33 PM
Our bags are packed  and  happy to drive  to Mainz too see NMA live :)
cheers witch
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Post by: Shush on October 06, 2015, 04:57:58 PM
Hope you and everyone else going have a great night Witch.  ;)
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Post by: Pol on October 06, 2015, 05:31:56 PM
Predictive text lol
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Post by: Pol on October 07, 2015, 05:04:29 PM
New Sophie Lancaster wrist band came today, its my third one. Hence the profile change
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on October 07, 2015, 06:45:25 PM
New Sophie Lancaster wrist band came today, its my third one. Hence the profile change

Good man  :-*
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Post by: Master Ray on October 07, 2015, 08:13:43 PM
Gotta ask, whilst we're on the subject... remember 'Sophie's Law' or something like that, where violent crimes against goths / alternative folks would be classified as a hate crime? I think there was a thread about it?  Anyone know if there were any actual convictions brought about because of it?  Or was it just another attention-grabbing thing from the government that was allowed to face away?
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: witch on October 07, 2015, 08:24:48 PM
Good Evening Pol ,
thxs for your reply
Im sorry I was been a bit in a hurry yesterday forget to wrote this
Our bags are packed we a ready and happy to drove with our Peugeot RZC  bye the way was the 1 car ride to an NMA gig  ;)
I wish you a very nice evening
cheers witch
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Coumarin on October 07, 2015, 08:31:26 PM
The rusk hobbits donated some funds to some charities in 2008 and 2009. this was one of them. I believe "Tommys fund" was in there too. A charity espoused by him, after that I have no recollection
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: witch on October 07, 2015, 08:39:15 PM
Good evening Shush,
thxs for that we had a good night. :)
My husband stoods near the exit so I thought I liked to be more in the middle of the venue and I was there but the
only bad thing was so many people talked during the whole Nma gig  ...I told to them please can you stop talking ?Im here to listen to the music not for your chats ?But they dont  :o :o(  was  very much pissed of about this yesterday >:( >:( >:(ch
I wish you a nice eve
cheers witch
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on October 07, 2015, 08:46:26 PM
Remembering that I'm seeing NMA next week.

That's me being very careful with what threads I read, don't wanna read any spoilers about the set list!
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: witch on October 07, 2015, 09:00:23 PM
Today I went to my bank to order my GBP for our visit in the UK only 12 days to wait  ;)
Good night
Take care
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Post by: witch on October 12, 2015, 08:19:11 PM
Only 1 week to go till we will fly to the UK makes me really happy  :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on October 12, 2015, 09:38:07 PM
This is a week of NMA awesomeness on their home territory...  :D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on October 12, 2015, 10:47:43 PM
New Sophie Lancaster wrist band came today, its my third one. Hence the profile change

Pol, there was a documentary / drama about Sophie on Beeb 4 last night called, Black Roses. I would imagine it could be found on the I-player.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on October 12, 2015, 10:59:35 PM
Thanks for letting me know shush, I shall check it out asap . I'm currently proudly wearing my wrist band 24/7
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Post by: Rusco on October 13, 2015, 12:44:53 PM
Today I'll delve deep into new MD album, cook some nice seitan and spaghetti, order a new printer and then do some woodworks. All that within 6 hours...?  :( ;)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: witch on October 13, 2015, 09:43:18 PM
Im really getting a bit nervos and exiting ....
only 1 week until we will fly over to the UK for our autum holidays  count the days in german ( habe Reisefieber)
@ all I wish a very nice evening
cheers witch
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Post by: Pol on October 13, 2015, 11:08:39 PM
I watched black rose today before I left for Edinburgh. Very powerful stuff certainly brought a tear to my eye.
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on October 17, 2015, 03:22:05 PM
I'm going to Brizzol in a while to see a band called New Model Army (dunno if you've heard of them).

My first night out/gig since the brain tumour was removed and prolly the last gig before I start my cancer treatment.

 :)
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Post by: Rusco on October 17, 2015, 03:34:25 PM
I'm going to Brizzol in a while to see a band called New Model Army (dunno if you've heard of them).

My first night out/gig since the brain tumour was removed and prolly the last gig before I start my cancer treatment.

 :)

Congrats Wessy that everything went fine! During the summer when you wrote about things I was shocked about it. I didn't write actively here but read posts at times. You won it bravely!
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Post by: Pol on October 17, 2015, 04:09:38 PM
Just want to add Go out and really enjoy WW and have a great night
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Post by: Shush on October 17, 2015, 04:46:38 PM
Have a great night Wezzy (and everyone else going).

What you have been through lately, you deserve a good night back where you belong.  :)
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on October 17, 2015, 05:20:57 PM
I'm going to Brizzol in a while to see a band called New Model Army (dunno if you've heard of them).

My first night out/gig since the brain tumour was removed and prolly the last gig before I start my cancer treatment.

 :)

No idea who you are talking about but have a fantastic evening  :-*
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on October 17, 2015, 05:32:38 PM
Nicola Sturgeons pig headed dig at Cameron made me laugh lol
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Post by: witch on October 17, 2015, 08:42:08 PM
I'm going to Brizzol in a while to see a band called New Model Army (dunno if you've heard of them).

My first night out/gig since the brain tumour was removed and prolly the last gig before I start my cancer treatment.

 :)

Good evening Wessexy Witch ,
I wish you a great night out  :) ( and everyone else going aswell   ;)
cheers witch

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Post by: witch on October 17, 2015, 10:05:08 PM
Only 2 days left still we fly over  the UK for holidays makes me really happy
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Post by: Rusco on October 17, 2015, 10:33:41 PM
Only 2 days left still we fly over  the UK for holidays makes me really happy

Congrats. We'll have ONLY 7 weeks left. ;) ;)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Unruh on October 18, 2015, 02:41:01 PM
A week of paid sick leave when my sickness has vacated the premises. Just a long relaxing week of books, movies and music. And probably Guinness. I listen to New Model Army when I drink 100% of the time. And I'll earbash anyone who has foolishly wandered into my apartment with them as well.
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on October 18, 2015, 03:01:01 PM
I'm going to Brizzol in a while to see a band called New Model Army (dunno if you've heard of them).

My first night out/gig since the brain tumour was removed and prolly the last gig before I start my cancer treatment.

 :)


Great night last night.
It was the longest I had stood up and the latest I had been up for a very long time !
 ;D
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Post by: Sheena on October 18, 2015, 07:05:34 PM

Great night last night.
It was the longest I had stood up and the latest I had been up for a very long time !
 ;D
Happy days  :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: witch on October 18, 2015, 10:41:15 PM
On Monday we will fly to the UK cant wait makes me happy
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Post by: Unruh on October 19, 2015, 09:47:49 PM
A really good thermos.
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Post by: witch on October 19, 2015, 10:50:57 PM
Only 2 days left still we fly over  the UK for holidays makes me really happy

Congrats. We'll have ONLY 7 weeks left. ;) ;)
Good evening Rusco
Thxs for your reply
We had a good  flight to Bradford  at the moment Im sitting in the bar from the really great Victoria hotel staff here really friendly and drinking a fine english beer  ;) @ all I wish so I wish you good journey to
@ all I wish a good night
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: witch on October 19, 2015, 10:55:10 PM
Sorry for my double wish its not so easy typing this with a smart phone normally Im using my Notebook much easier ...
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Post by: Unruh on October 20, 2015, 03:55:03 AM
The Marx Brothers
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Post by: Rusco on October 20, 2015, 04:35:15 PM
I've recently been constructing a sauna bench that looks quite handy. I've used both wood and some little, white plastic parts within it. I think in general it's nice to mix wood with some other subject such as plexiglas or metal.
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on October 21, 2015, 06:17:19 PM
School holiday with no hospital appointments.

 :)
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on October 21, 2015, 07:02:10 PM
Keto arrives tomorrow night for 5 weeks  :-*

One more day at work this year  ;D
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Post by: Pol on October 21, 2015, 07:52:15 PM
Enjoy your time with keto and say hi from me kûss
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Post by: Master Ray on October 21, 2015, 08:05:52 PM
Glad to hear it, Anna, enjoy your time with your loved one...  ;)
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on October 21, 2015, 09:14:35 PM
Thanks - can't stop grinning  8)
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Post by: Master Ray on October 21, 2015, 09:28:56 PM
Thanks - can't stop grinning  8)

Well, stop it!  It's annoying us miserable buggers!

 ;)
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Post by: witch on October 21, 2015, 10:25:54 PM
I wish you a great  time  have fun all the best  :)
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Post by: witch on October 21, 2015, 10:33:23 PM
Personally makes  me happy Im having  a great time in the Uk right  now and Ive bought  today there  some really awesome lovely looking  new Doc  Martens  :)
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Post by: Shush on October 22, 2015, 04:53:51 PM
Keto arrives tomorrow night for 5 weeks  :-*

One more day at work this year  ;D

Bid her a hearty hello from me Anna  :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on October 23, 2015, 08:07:42 PM

Spending a chunk of the afternoon in a state of undress with a lovely young woman rubbing her hands all over me...

... long pause ...

... alright, I was having physio on my back... but at my age, you take what you can get, eh?   ::)

And the 'makes me happy' thing is that the problem that I was so worried about seems to be very minor and very fixable.  I did the stupid thing of getting on the internet and researching my symptoms... I was pretty much ready to see how much wheelchairs cost.  Looks like it'll all be fine.   :D

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Post by: Coumarin on October 23, 2015, 09:05:16 PM
my hydrogen generator gets a service next Friday....... yay

fill up your zeppelins!!!
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Post by: Sheena on October 23, 2015, 10:34:53 PM

 I did the stupid thing of getting on the internet and researching my symptoms...
You pillock!  Schoolboy error.  Glad it's good news though ;)
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Post by: Sheena on October 23, 2015, 10:35:49 PM
my hydrogen generator gets a service next Friday....... yay

fill up your zeppelins!!!
What?  I need more details...! :D
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Post by: Coumarin on October 24, 2015, 04:25:22 PM
Its the thing under the bench that looks like a mini tumble dryer, much safer than using cylinders

(http://i559.photobucket.com/albums/ss40/Coumarino/GC/IMG_6870.jpg)


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Post by: Sheena on October 24, 2015, 04:59:29 PM
Cylinders?
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Post by: Coumarin on October 24, 2015, 05:08:13 PM
hydrogen cylinders
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Post by: Sheena on October 24, 2015, 05:11:27 PM
hydrogen cylinders
Time to come clean. I haven't the foggiest what this is all about.  Is it a time machine?
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Post by: Coumarin on October 24, 2015, 05:22:21 PM
nope, just gas chromatography. boring I know....
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Post by: Sheena on October 25, 2015, 12:25:43 AM
nope, just gas chromatography. boring I know....
That's just as good, no? ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
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Post by: Coumarin on October 25, 2015, 11:44:01 AM
keith Richard on desert island discs. live now

http://www.bbc.co.uk/radio/player/bbc_radio_fourfm

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Post by: Coumarin on October 25, 2015, 01:32:01 PM
sheena

see that big copper pipe that comes through the ceiling? that's you that is, full of gas

Sorry, Rob Newman joke

No offence and family hug
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Post by: Sheena on October 25, 2015, 04:45:17 PM
Just realised that my predictive text changed good to God - I've edited it back to good.  Am I still full of gas? ;D
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on October 26, 2015, 02:10:10 PM
I've got a date to have my cancer removed.
24th nov is **** Off Cancer Day.

 :)
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Post by: jc on October 26, 2015, 07:57:47 PM
Wishing you all the best Michelle  for **** off cancer day x

Cheers

jc
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Post by: Master Ray on October 26, 2015, 08:26:23 PM
Roll on 24 Nov!  Best wishes to you, WW.  Big internet hug coming your way!
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Post by: Shush on October 26, 2015, 08:44:16 PM
I've got a date to have my cancer removed.
24th nov is **** Off Cancer Day.

 :)

Great news.  :) Hopefully thats plenty of time for you to recover and have a good Xmas after the tough year you have  had.   ;)
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Post by: Coumarin on October 26, 2015, 08:46:49 PM
Thoughts with you Michele.

Be safe please.

Martin.
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Post by: Pol on October 26, 2015, 08:47:29 PM
All the best from me WW
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Post by: witch on October 26, 2015, 09:44:47 PM
Good Evening Wessexy Witch ,
Take care be safe I wish you lots of luck all my best wishes and thoughts  :)
Recover soon
cheers witch
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Post by: Unruh on October 27, 2015, 06:30:28 AM
Those she desires seeing her as I do.
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on October 27, 2015, 01:19:14 PM
Thanks everyone.

 :-*
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Post by: Coumarin on October 27, 2015, 07:26:58 PM
Just realised that my predictive text changed good to God - I've edited it back to good.  Am I still full of gas? ;D


Not at all Sheena, it's a helium line, so you might sound a little "high pitched" ;)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on October 27, 2015, 08:09:31 PM

Becoming unemployed last week after my work contract ended rather sooner than I expected = bad.

Getting a decent sized and completely unexpected tax rebate through the post today = very, very good.

Well, someone up there likes me, eh?   :D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Coumarin on October 27, 2015, 08:15:55 PM
Ray, I was unemployed for 11 months whilst going through a breakdown. When you think things can only get worse. they do somehow get better. Believe me. Small miracles like that do happen in human nature, so don't give up and keep up the fight. that's an order.
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Post by: Coumarin on October 27, 2015, 08:19:18 PM
or bronski beat?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xuz94ZIPfJk

Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on October 27, 2015, 08:21:04 PM
Ray, I was unemployed for 11 months whilst going through a breakdown. When you think things can only get worse. they do somehow get better. Believe me. Small miracles like that do happen in human nature, so don't give up and keep up the fight. that's an order.

Cheers, Coumarin.  Been there before, got over it, will do so again.  A few irons in the fire and I got a few quid put by to tide me over.

Also helps to have damn good people on this Forum to offer some damn good words...   :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Coumarin on October 27, 2015, 08:26:25 PM
I certainly don't want to go through that again. I was a bit dodgy at times, Yes NMA friends helped. We never know who our friends are until we need them do we
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: claireinblack on October 27, 2015, 09:24:18 PM
I've got a date to have my cancer removed.
24th nov is **** Off Cancer Day.

 :)


Best of. Luck for that
Xx
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on October 27, 2015, 09:53:08 PM
Hope you find something soon M.R.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on October 28, 2015, 03:51:47 PM
So I've just slagged off two companies for there piss poor customer service.
Too make amends here is company that give me excellent customer service.

Step forward Vaporized
So on Monday I went into the Irvine shop to buy some liquids, which gave me 5 stamps on my loyalty card entitling me to a free bottle or £5 off a premium bottle.So I thought I would put the money towards a bottle of cosmic fog - cola gummy thinking it would taste like the sweets. When I got home and filled my tank with it, I could smell a strange marzipan almond smell n thought it would be ok when I vaped it , well it wasn't it was totally disgusting. So being extremely pissed off and disappointed I emailed vaporized telling them what I thought. Well today they got back offering a full refund or a exchange. So big thumbs to vaporized n thanks
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Amandistan on October 28, 2015, 06:26:42 PM
Tomorrow is Republic day here in Turkey. I am happy because it means music and food and everyone here is so happy to share their culture.
Total strangers bring you in their homes and feed you and give you tea.
I am happy to be in one of the friendliest countries in the world and it's my home for two months.

The hype of the American media is totally false. They give travel warnings and it's all a load of crap. It is safer than the US.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Coumarin on October 29, 2015, 09:10:38 PM
Was given two samples today with a massive refractive index and density difference. Didn't know there had been a formula change. My trusty GC's showed that DPG had been replaced with DPM, a different grade of vertenex was being used (the cis-trans isomer ratios had changed) and benzyl salicylate had been reduced from 8 t0 5%. When the technician looked at the formula she confirmed that it had been altered, and blindly confirmed my findings. YAY... who needs mass spectroscopy eh!
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on October 29, 2015, 09:25:14 PM
Was given two samples today with a massive refractive index and density difference. Didn't know there had been a formula change. My trusty GC's showed that DPG had been replaced with DPM, a different grade of vertenex was being used (the cis-trans isomer ratios had changed) and benzyl salicylate had been reduced from 8 t0 5%. When the technician looked at the formula she confirmed that it had been altered, and blindly confirmed my findings. YAY... who needs mass spectroscopy eh!

 :o

 ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Coumarin on October 29, 2015, 09:30:11 PM
thanks ray
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on October 30, 2015, 01:42:28 PM
Yeah ,just what I thought too.
mass spectroscopy is soo meh.


 ;)
 :D
 ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on October 30, 2015, 03:45:38 PM
Sigelei 150w tc & a smoke tfv4
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Bunny on October 30, 2015, 07:42:10 PM
The refuge the missus is in is looking after her brilliantly. And i got to see her and the littlun today whereas id normally wait til the end of my working week. Every cloud and all that  :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Coumarin on October 30, 2015, 07:52:35 PM
Yeah ,just what I thought too.
mass spectroscopy is soo meh.


 ;)
 :D
 ;D



For MS to be fitted to each instrument would be 3x20k, management said meh too!

Worth a try though...

Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Rusco on October 31, 2015, 10:06:33 PM
Today we watched the BWAB dvd live set from 2014 Dec. Enjoyed it so much. Feeling like we were at the gig.

Besides all the work while living in isolation at countryside you still can have enjoyable moments.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on November 01, 2015, 03:42:42 PM
Just been for my post op brain scan.
They didn't go "Holy shite, phone the Dr immediately !!!" so I think I'm ok.
Results in a week.

 :)

Had the result from my last kidney scan and the cancer hasn't grown or moved since the scan in April that found it.

Full steam ahead for 24th Nov, F**k Off Cancer Day.

 :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: witch on November 01, 2015, 09:33:58 PM
Good eve Wessexy Witch ,
great news wish you lots of luck take care all the best I keep my fingers cross for you  :)
I really hope you will get a good result  ;)
cheers witch
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on November 01, 2015, 09:49:35 PM
Big love to you, WW, hope it goes well...  ;)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on November 02, 2015, 05:22:50 AM
All the best from me  WW

That my coffee table resembles a Vape shop lol , with smoking all you got at the end was a bin full of butts and ash as well as you and your house smelling like a ashtray
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Rusco on November 02, 2015, 06:18:26 PM
All the best from us to you Wessexy Witch.
Wishing everything's turned well for you now.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Rusco on November 02, 2015, 06:40:10 PM
I'm happy about my new planer, a Festool HL 85 EB. It works like a dream and it's possible to use also as a thicknesser planer. It has a variety of blades like the rustic ones.

But there was a certain dropper yesterday when my (now ex-) grinder nearly burned while I was working with it. Now I can see more clearly the difference with cheap hobbyist tools and professionals.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: witch on November 02, 2015, 09:14:06 PM
All the best Wessexy Witch ,
wish you lots of big luck  ;)
cheers witch
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on November 03, 2015, 02:51:08 PM
Just ordered my first ever diy e liquid kit , that hopefully will be good, seen a few youtube videos and it looks easy enough suppose only time will tell. Did some research and went for a company with good reviews. Looking forward to trying some mixes out, gonna attempt 80% vg with 1.2 nicotine. Strawberries and cream, and vanilla custard are the two concentrates I went for, if it goes to plan I will bring some free samples to Nottingham
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on November 05, 2015, 07:12:40 PM
I've lost a stone since my operation without dieting or exercise.
In fact I'm less active and have been eating more cheese and chocolate then ever ! (they said to up my calcium to combat osteoporosis.)

Nice one !
 :)

Check up at hospital yesterday was all positive.

 :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Sheena on November 05, 2015, 07:25:57 PM
Great news x
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Coumarin on November 05, 2015, 07:40:19 PM
I've lost a stone since my operation without dieting or exercise.
In fact I'm less active and have been eating more cheese and chocolate then ever ! (they said to up my calcium to combat osteoporosis.)

Nice one !
 :)

Check up at hospital yesterday was all positive.

 :)




Good news witchy, we are behind you... one of those massive bars of galaxy (the ones you only get at Christmas time and easter) winging its way to you.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: witch on November 05, 2015, 10:02:50 PM
Great news  all the best for you take care get well soon  ;)
cheers witch
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on November 06, 2015, 12:02:23 AM
I've lost a stone since my operation without dieting or exercise.
In fact I'm less active and have been eating more cheese and chocolate then ever ! (they said to up my calcium to combat osteoporosis.)

Nice one !
 :)

Check up at hospital yesterday was all positive.

 :)

Every cloud,, silver lining Etc  ;)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on November 07, 2015, 03:57:28 PM
Thanks everyone.

All my clothes are starting to fit me again.

Got a Damned shirt on today that was straining at the seams last time I struggled into it. Plenty of room in it now.
Last weekend I had a Mission shirt on that I'd never worn before because I couldn't get into it.Mark thought it was new.

 :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Coumarin on November 07, 2015, 07:48:22 PM
Brace of pheasants hanging.....
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on November 08, 2015, 04:00:55 PM
Christmas cake in the oven.

 :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Amandistan on November 08, 2015, 04:17:18 PM
Turkish beaches during off season. All blue water and pebbles. I got a portion all to myself. No english and european tourist, just a few Turkish people.  Plus complete strangers give you tea and invite you in as usual it seems here.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on November 09, 2015, 07:22:22 PM
Smacking the central heating pump with a mallet and hey presto it's working !

 ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on November 10, 2015, 03:49:49 PM
Awesome clouds from my tfv4
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on November 13, 2015, 05:30:38 PM
Getting my head shaved at the Turkish barbers , especially the hot towels bit though when he burn the small hair off with the burning methylated spirits is a bit strange at first
Would definitely recommend it to all fellow baldies
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on November 13, 2015, 06:49:20 PM
Stuff that is beyond my ability to put into words.

I've never ever felt this happy.

Just wanted to share that  ;D  ;D  ;D  ;D

 :-*
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on November 13, 2015, 08:20:00 PM
Stuff that is beyond my ability to put into words.

I've never ever felt this happy.

Just wanted to share that  ;D  ;D  ;D  ;D

 :-*

:D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on November 14, 2015, 08:33:27 PM
Hard to be happy today, but I'm Nottingham ticket came this morning.
My diy home brew custard e liquid is tasting and vaping well
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on November 14, 2015, 08:48:50 PM
Absolutely love custard, but I never imagined one day I could inhale it  :o

That said, if you bring some to Notts, I'd love  to try it
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on November 14, 2015, 09:10:52 PM
Yes I will definitely bring some
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on November 15, 2015, 03:23:02 PM
Stuff that is beyond my ability to put into words.

I've never ever felt this happy.

Just wanted to share that  ;D  ;D  ;D  ;D

 :-*

Sounds amazing !
 All my love to you Anna.
 :-*
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: witch on November 15, 2015, 05:49:00 PM
Great news Anna Woman O Kent ,
thxs for sharing  ;)
take care
all the best witch ;)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on November 16, 2015, 02:13:35 PM
MR, Wessexy and Witch - thank you

 :-*
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: BlackCountryMaggiD on November 16, 2015, 03:20:00 PM
No english and european tourist,
Last time I looked English people were European!
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: witch on November 16, 2015, 08:25:14 PM
MR, Wessexy and Witch - thank you

 :-*


Cheers Anna Woman O Kent
thank you very much  :)

cheers witch
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Stephanie on November 20, 2015, 12:56:14 PM
It's Friday, a dear friend from Brussels is coming over for the weekend - that alone is always nice - but we will be going to see Black Star Riders tomorrow, with a couple more good friends - I am really looking forward to this. I don't go out as much as I used to...so that does make me happy right now. :)

Have a great weekend everyone, whatever you are up to.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Rusco on November 20, 2015, 01:07:57 PM
It's my wife's birthday tomorrow. I purchased a gift I think she will like a lot when she gets used to it. I'm gonna wake her up tomorrow with a nice breakfast and think we'll have some delicious Beaujolais Nouveau at evening too.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on November 20, 2015, 08:50:26 PM
Rusco ya big romantic lol enjoy your day
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on November 21, 2015, 12:41:25 AM
It's my wife's birthday tomorrow. I purchased a gift I think she will like a lot when she gets used to it. I'm gonna wake her up tomorrow with a nice breakfast and think we'll have some delicious Beaujolais Nouveau at evening too.

Have a good day Rusco. My wife's Birthday on Sunday, but I am unlikely to wake her up, she awakes with an amazing sense of time "body clock", I can sleep when I have finally get to sleep through anything.

Look forward to seeing you both, - only 2 weeks.  ;)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Coumarin on November 28, 2015, 10:09:29 AM
Both analytical GCs given a full bill of health by engineers.  needed new inlet liners and septa for all four columns, its like changing your pants.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on November 28, 2015, 07:58:45 PM
Both analytical GCs given a full bill of health by engineers.  needed new inlet liners and septa for all four columns, its like changing your pants.

Ha, I only needed inlet liners and septa for only THREE columns and my pants are all fine, so take THAT!

 ;D

 ???

Er... I have absolutely no idea about what my last post means.

 ;)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on November 29, 2015, 09:17:06 PM

Just realised that David Bowie, Skunk Anansie and Suede, three of my very favourite acts ever, all have new albums coming out in January...

 :D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: witch on November 29, 2015, 09:29:13 PM
Just ordered a New Model Army tix right now for our daughter she likes too see NMA at the X mas Gig in Cologne makes me really happy will be her 1 NMA gig ever  :) before that we saw the Tim Burton exhibition which was a great one after that we backed some X mas cokkies during that we was listening too NMA very much  ;D ;D ;D
So today was a good day  :) :) :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on November 29, 2015, 09:41:30 PM
Just ordered a New Model Army tix right now for our daughter she likes too see NMA at the X mas Gig in Cologne makes me really happy will be her 1 NMA gig ever  :) before that we saw the Tim Burton exhibition which was a great one after that we backed some X mas cokkies during that we was listening too NMA very much  ;D ;D ;D
So today was a good day  :) :) :)

Aw, wish your daughter well for her first NMA gig!  I remember mine,  the Impurity tour in 1990...  :D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Stephanie on November 30, 2015, 01:49:23 PM
Just ordered a New Model Army tix right now for our daughter she likes too see NMA at the X mas Gig in Cologne makes me really happy will be her 1 NMA gig ever  :) before that we saw the Tim Burton exhibition which was a great one after that we backed some X mas cokkies during that we was listening too NMA very much  ;D ;D ;D
So today was a good day  :) :) :)
:) Very cool!!! Christmas time wouldn't be the same without the annual NMA show in Colgone. I hope you daughter is going to love it.  :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Rusco on November 30, 2015, 09:27:10 PM
Upcoming trip to Manc makes me REALLY happy. My wife + couple of really nice friends with us; all being Army fans.

And at least, I finally get some long waited pause of my usual doings at home although I can enjoy them at times too. No woodworks this time, not messing with pumps and tools and felling these giant trees when alongside banging my head at a daytime job with nutty "friends".

It's gonna be my fourth time in UK and probably ninth NMA gig I'll see if I count also acoustic JS+DW shows.

I don't know why but there's something in that certain group of islands in the middle of Atlantic ocean that I love.

Cheers.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on November 30, 2015, 10:02:42 PM
Enjoy your trip to Manchester mate
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Rusco on December 02, 2015, 07:37:11 PM
Thanks Pol. Maybe some time we'll do Notts too but this fit better in our plans this time.

Actually I realised it's their tenth gig now I'll see.

I'm happy now that I did finish the emergency exit ladders. It's wood. Installed it outside of a window in second floor.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on December 03, 2015, 09:31:11 AM
Sitting here catching up with you lot.

 :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on December 03, 2015, 08:21:08 PM
Sitting here catching up with you lot.

 :)

Right back at you, friend.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: witch on December 03, 2015, 09:25:00 PM
Glad you are feeling better Wessexy Witch all the best for you  :)
cheers witch
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: witch on December 03, 2015, 09:31:03 PM
Personally our daughter got her 1 NMA  tix today and she really likes the artwork so she is really looking forward to her 1 NMA X mas gig in Cologne  :)
Im happy got my The Cure Tix today will see them in November next year  :) Aswell in Cologne   So thxs a lot for our postie :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Stephanie on December 04, 2015, 08:15:19 AM
Personally our daughter got her 1 NMA  tix today and she really likes the artwork so she is really looking forward to her 1 NMA X mas gig in Cologne  :)
Im happy got my The Cure Tix today will see them in November next year  :) Aswell in Cologne   So thxs a lot for our postie :)
Very cool on both counts!  :) Got my Cure tickets for Cologne last week, very excited about seeing them again.

Tonight my and my best friend are headed for Tilburg to see Black Star Riders again - I'm a bit tired at the moment but I know it will be fine tonight.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on December 04, 2015, 03:10:41 PM
Just got a large vintage anatomy chart , I think its very cool so that's all that matters, will look good in my collection of weird and wonderful
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Rusco on December 08, 2015, 08:15:19 PM
We arrived to home couple of hours ago. I've heated a fireplace, opened a server, boiling tank and water systems, and unpacked our bags just a little bit. Mainly watching all the new albums and cd's fascinatedly.

The 4 days trip in UK was so excellent and fun. Lots of good memories. Tomorrow I have a holiday yet. I'll think I have enough time to fix the balcony fence that should be ready on Friday.

Cheers, I hope all the best to you and wish a great gig at Notts.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on December 08, 2015, 08:28:11 PM
Same time next year Rusco ?
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on December 09, 2015, 09:47:12 AM
The kindness of my work colleagues in both the infant and junior schools.

One of my very close work mates came round after school yesterday to check up on me and brought 3 huge boxes of Christmas goodies that the staff had all chipped in.
Normal everyday things like pasta, tea and coffee,soup, beans. Christmas goodies, puds, mince pies, pantone peanuts, massive tin of quality street and gifts of candles, smelly gift boxes, books and a cd. Absolutely loads of things, more than I could afford to buy.

I burst into tears when the 1st box came in and was in a right state by the 3rd. Once Michaela (my friend) had gone I got all upset again looking at all the things and trying to imagine how much it all cost and the though and kindness that had gone into it. There was a big gammon joint in there that was way over my budget on it's own !  The boxes where all decorated too.

And I always thought most of the staff didn't like me because I'm not a Christian and am a bit outspoken on the subject.
Just goes to show doesn't it.
 :-[

Thank you baby Jesus and all your friends.
 :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on December 09, 2015, 08:14:14 PM
Aw, them 'people' things... they can be awful, we are all reminded of that on a daily basis, but they can be pretty damn awesome as well, can't they?

 :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Rusco on December 10, 2015, 08:05:52 AM
Same time next year Rusco ?

It would be a great idea. Time will tell... We probably go also to Rebellion fest at Blackpool on 2016 summer.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Rusco on December 12, 2015, 09:31:19 AM
We got ready all of the county's official things concerning our house and my working room. No need to call for additional time for constructing and getting things ready. Hooray.

That means we don't have to pay to county anymore. Now the buildings are "ready" officially. What's left to do is up to us, not the county.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Amandistan on December 12, 2015, 02:09:34 PM
Sunlight
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on December 14, 2015, 03:15:12 PM
I've been to the supermarket and driven the car.

Boring for most people I know !

 :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on December 17, 2015, 11:02:54 PM
Had a couple of drinks with me Dad tonight, just me and him... don't get me wrong, his wife is a truly lovely woman and the three of us have had many, many enjoyable evenings, it was just nice that whilst she was away visiting her sister I got the chance to have a bit of one-to-one time with the old man...  also, we got a chance to talk about health problems and for once they weren't his!   ;)

A really nice night.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: witch on December 18, 2015, 08:53:50 PM
Our Daughter today she had asked me this Mum can I wear your NMA Hoodie with the black Rose on the back for my first NMA gig tomorrow in Cologne ? :)She is getting exited the same with me cant wait roll on Saturday
@ all I wish a very nice eve and a good time in Cologne  ;)
cheers witch
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on December 18, 2015, 09:04:54 PM
Hope you and your daughter have a great NMA gig witch  ;)  Please tell us how it went when you get back.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on December 19, 2015, 11:05:08 PM
Tonight in our local, as usual on the old music box I searched for NMA expecting to get the same 7 songs I am please to usually find, tonight there was an option - GET FROM THE NET, I clicked it, how many options,,, 261 NMA  tracks available (included a lot of live ) well, where do you start ??? Only put on around 10 as this GET FROM THE NET option was two credits per song. I do remember I finished with One Of the Chosen, and Sky in Your Eyes. That alone well worth the trip out. Every one else there was happy for the bloke in the corner to sing along and gesticulate to music they had never heard before.

Then I finished with a couple of Smashing Pumkins tracks to wind down with.

Well, that all made me happy  :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on December 19, 2015, 11:13:57 PM
Sounds like a fine plce to drink, wish I had somewhere like that in these parts...   :-\
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on December 19, 2015, 11:20:34 PM
Tiz a fine old pub called, The Nelson and Railway. Other forum folk Texaspete, Barty and witch are familiar with it  ;)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: lupus225 on December 20, 2015, 06:43:38 AM
Last night's gig in Köln made me very happy :D
And there were quite a few other people around me.
The whole pit was grinning and smiling actually.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on December 23, 2015, 07:41:11 PM
Thought I had nothing to do on Christmas Eve tomorrow (one of my favourite social nights in years gone by) and then an old pal, who I haven't seen in two years, got in touch out of the blue and suggested Christmas drinks at our favourite pub...
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: witch on December 23, 2015, 09:05:05 PM
Hope you and your daughter have a great NMA gig witch  ;)  Please tell us how it went when you get back.
Good evening Shush
thxs I will reply to you tomorrow  :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Coumarin on December 23, 2015, 09:22:00 PM
My nephew's first ever gig was NMA Roadmender Nov 2007. His mum took him. in her comfy car....
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on December 23, 2015, 09:33:46 PM
Xmas cargo in - case of irn bru lol - seriously, planning a case of vimto for new year lol , hard core or what  !
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Coumarin on December 23, 2015, 09:36:16 PM
hes not Scottish
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on December 23, 2015, 10:26:29 PM
You enjoy your fizzy rust drink Pol.  :D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on December 23, 2015, 10:28:41 PM
Hope you and your daughter have a great NMA gig witch  ;)  Please tell us how it went when you get back.
Good evening Shush
thxs I will reply to you tomorrow  :)

OK witch, cheers  ;)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on December 24, 2015, 05:48:47 AM
Thanks shush I will , merry Xmas to you n Ang and the family
 

Hoots mon we're naw awe piss heids ye ken !

Have a good yin coumartin
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on December 24, 2015, 10:38:27 PM
Thought I had nothing to do on Christmas Eve tomorrow (one of my favourite social nights in years gone by) and then an old pal, who I haven't seen in two years, got in touch out of the blue and suggested Christmas drinks at our favourite pub...

My previous post... tonight got even better when another friend of ours showed up, totally out of the blue... we hadn't been together in over a decade.  Fun times ensued.

This is turning into a better Christmas than I thought it would be.

Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on December 25, 2015, 05:59:44 PM
Having a little dance  ;D

Not a massive triumph I grant you, but for me it's HUGE  :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on December 25, 2015, 08:02:47 PM
A email from a good friend
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Rusco on December 25, 2015, 10:20:32 PM
We've had a nice Christmas eve day before yesterday (it's on 24th in here) at my wife's parent's place. Everything went fine. Well my sis was at a cruiser at the sea, and I missed a bit my father and his wife as they're 600 kms away at northern savonia. But there's still some time left. Look, it's only Fri now and today was the second Christmas day, and tomorrow's "Tapaninpäivä" (uh, well how'd you folks call it?) Lol, whatever. The weekend is just starting.

Until this evening we returned back to our home and there's a dropper I know: it's a nearly traditional winter storm taking over right now! I already checked my saw is it ready in a case of emergency for tomorrow. The winds are blowing hell hard now and I don't dare to even open a computer. *hands crossed*

Nearly ready to welcome the winter coldness.  Wished it would come as it's always calming these autumn storms.

Take care, cheers.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Rusco on January 02, 2016, 07:45:10 AM
We're in Northern Savonia district now.

It's -17c° out now, but not snow nearly at all. The lake is going iced and makes huge noises. "BUMmmm!" It's like shooting with a cannon or something. You could hear that inside a house too. :) This is awesome.

We're going skiing to the Tahko fell today and see my aunt later on.
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Post by: Sheena on January 02, 2016, 11:17:32 PM
My hot water bottle.

Damnit!  Should this be in the getting old thread?
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Post by: Pol on January 03, 2016, 09:08:32 AM
Getting crimbo and new year out the way and getting back to a sense of normality
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on January 03, 2016, 01:28:49 PM
Getting crimbo and new year out the way and getting back to a sense of normality

Never heard of it !

 :D
 ;D
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on January 03, 2016, 06:54:51 PM
me neither...........

What is this "normality" that you talk of? Is it a rarely seen mammal exclusive to Scotland? Maybe like a Haggis  ;D ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: Shush on January 03, 2016, 08:34:49 PM
Getting crimbo and new year out the way and getting back to a sense of normality
Can agree with that Pol. I always look forward to crimbo, then always get fed up of sitting around stuffing my face. One of the best bits of crimbo is being relieved its all over. 
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Post by: Rusco on January 04, 2016, 03:40:14 PM
Goddamit Finns Junior Ice Hockey team will go tomorrow to final contest! They won Swedes today! Woo hoo!
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Post by: Rusco on January 06, 2016, 01:32:47 PM
Finland won gold! They beat Russia yesterday. Absolutely fantastic. Two of the most difficult participants to win at the end and we cleared our way through. 2,5 millions people watched it from TV.

Today there's been a huge party in Helsinki and you know what: it's an OPEN AIR concert and we have -20 Celsius out now!  ;D :D

Unbelievable, I'm laughing my arse off now! The dj's are wearing full winter clothes and people are dancing that they'd keep warm!
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on January 06, 2016, 02:06:37 PM
That there NMA Twitter thing - new theme replacing Monday night video with Tuesday "New to us Band" . First one was Against Me (Brilliant) but had a really good giggle at the description of "ballsy" music  ;)  ;D  ;D  ;D  ;D
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on January 06, 2016, 03:19:26 PM
I went back to college last night.

 :)
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Post by: Pol on January 06, 2016, 04:26:10 PM
I get why you laughed Anna , and really good to hear that your fit enough to return to college WW
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Post by: witch on January 06, 2016, 08:58:29 PM
Glad you did good luck  ;)
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Post by: Master Ray on January 06, 2016, 09:05:13 PM
I went back to college last night.

 :)

Good luck with college, WW!  I did the same, for a couple of weeks a year or two ago, and found myself amongst kids who were the same age as I was when I first went there... all I could think of was 'damn, they're all so THIN...'   ;)
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Post by: Pol on January 07, 2016, 06:02:13 PM
Without boring everyone a thing called the grandfather clause that's part of tpd and the UK have signed up to it. Basically it means we can vape for another 18 months approximately. I will post a link in e cig thread.
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Post by: Master Ray on January 11, 2016, 08:18:20 PM
Aw, heck, I was really bummed out about the death of Mr Bowie, truly having a low night... and then my bezzie mate of damn near 30 years saw that and subsequently sorted me out with tickets for a couple of forthcoming gigs that I wasn't sure I could afford to go to...  :)

People can often be complete a-holes sometimes, but they can also be pretty damn awesome as well, can't they?

 :D
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on January 12, 2016, 05:00:14 PM
People can often be complete a-holes sometimes, but they can also be pretty damn awesome as well, can't they?
 :D

Yes and more often than they/we are a-holes  :)
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on January 14, 2016, 07:01:23 PM
Started back at work on Tuesday.
Went to hospital today for the 6 week post op check up.
The Dr was pleased that I had recovered well and said the tumour defiantly was cancer and that it had fucked off.
He also showed me an internal email that said the brain scan I went in for at xmas looked good and that tumour had fucked off too.

 :)
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Post by: lotus on January 14, 2016, 07:06:33 PM
Perfect good news in these grey days :)
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Post by: MARKXE on January 14, 2016, 07:37:17 PM
The postman, having brought these today.

(http://i.imgur.com/jN6RwHNm.jpg)

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Post by: Shush on January 14, 2016, 10:46:47 PM
Well done Wezzy  :)
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Post by: jc on January 15, 2016, 10:29:07 AM
Well done Michelle, next milestone a gig maybe.

Cheers

jc
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Post by: Amandistan on January 15, 2016, 07:21:20 PM
Started back at work on Tuesday.
Went to hospital today for the 6 week post op check up.
The Dr was pleased that I had recovered well and said the tumour defiantly was cancer and that it had fucked off.
He also showed me an internal email that said the brain scan I went in for at xmas looked good and that tumour had fucked off too.

 :)

Great news!   
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Post by: witch on January 15, 2016, 08:48:34 PM
Great news all the best to  you
cheers witch  ;)
Good luck be safe
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on January 16, 2016, 02:54:12 PM
Started back at work on Tuesday.
Went to hospital today for the 6 week post op check up.
The Dr was pleased that I had recovered well and said the tumour defiantly was cancer and that it had fucked off.
He also showed me an internal email that said the brain scan I went in for at xmas looked good and that tumour had fucked off too.

 :)

Excellent  :)
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Post by: Pol on January 16, 2016, 03:58:08 PM
Good news witch
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Post by: Master Ray on January 16, 2016, 07:31:27 PM
Glad to hear it, Witch!  You're obviously made of strong stuff!
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Post by: Pol on January 18, 2016, 05:00:23 PM
Jammy toast flavour e liquid, yes its true n tastes like the real thing
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Post by: Shush on January 18, 2016, 05:07:10 PM
That sounds like one to try. Recently purchased a blueberry which I do not like at all. Also apricot/apple which is just OK. Still really into coffee cream flavour. 
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Post by: Rusco on January 19, 2016, 04:21:10 AM
Yesterday I "finally" got fever and told to mates at work I'm gonna stay home for few days. I'll go to doctor today and ask for labratory blood tests. Maybe this is a turn to get fit soon, I hope.

I admit I'm a work narcotic. I've been sick for 1,5 month and until now I'm gonna stay home. It's nothing to be proud of, I know.  ::)
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Post by: Shush on January 22, 2016, 08:32:19 PM
Happy Birthday Master Ray  :)
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Post by: Master Ray on January 22, 2016, 08:54:18 PM
Cheers, mate.  Another year closer to the grave, eh!   ;D
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Post by: witch on January 22, 2016, 08:58:34 PM
Happy bday Master Ray all the best have a good one  ;)take good care
cheers witch
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Post by: Shush on January 22, 2016, 09:03:23 PM
Cheers, mate.  Another year closer to the grave, eh!   ;D

I wonder what age is the recognized start of being "middle aged" these days  :-\
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Post by: Master Ray on January 22, 2016, 09:23:36 PM
Cheers, mate.  Another year closer to the grave, eh!   ;D

I wonder what age is the recognized start of being "middle aged" these days  :-\

I'm going with the vain hope that it is '50'...  :(
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Post by: Pol on January 23, 2016, 05:12:48 AM
Were a cheery lot lol
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on January 23, 2016, 09:04:24 AM
 ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D

(http://theartmad.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Happy-Birthday-Old-Man-23.jpg)
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on January 23, 2016, 06:46:48 PM
Cheers, mate.  Another year closer to the grave, eh!   ;D

I wonder what age is the recognized start of being "middle aged" these days  :-\

I'm going with the vain hope that it is '50'...  :(

Belated happy birthday my friend  :-*

Can we not talk about middle age please ...................  :D
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Post by: Master Ray on January 23, 2016, 08:00:19 PM
Cheers, you lovely lot.  Oh, fook it, plenty of life left in us yet...  ???

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Post by: Shush on January 23, 2016, 08:27:45 PM
 :-X :-X :-X
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Post by: Master Ray on January 23, 2016, 08:48:28 PM
:-X :-X :-X

Oy, Shush, let's have none of that, we're not at the point of becoming 'Last Of The Summer Wine (And Blood)'   ;)
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Post by: Rusco on January 23, 2016, 09:43:00 PM
No serious faces here, now everyone laughing!

TICKLE! TICKLE! :D ;D

-Brusco
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on January 26, 2016, 07:20:50 PM
Being official   :)

Got my new passport - first real one I've ever had  ;D

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Post by: Master Ray on January 26, 2016, 08:13:45 PM
Being official   :)

Got my new passport - first real one I've ever had  ;D

First 'real' one?  Do you know some dodgy forgers?
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Post by: witch on January 26, 2016, 09:00:11 PM
Congrats for this Anna Woman O cent  :)
I wish you a very nice eve
cheers witch
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Post by: witch on January 26, 2016, 09:04:52 PM
Im sorry about my typo Anna Woman O Kent ....was my mistake
Send you my apologies for this Im feeling really sorry  :-[ :-[
cheers witch
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Post by: jc on January 26, 2016, 09:12:21 PM
Good on you Anna.

Cheers

jc
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Post by: Pol on January 26, 2016, 11:20:12 PM
Well your one up on me Anna , I've never had one either, who needs it when you live in Ayrshire lol
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Post by: Amandistan on January 27, 2016, 01:23:41 AM
I got a job where I can work from my computer anywhere in the world! It's not to survive (well, maybe in parts of Asia and possibly Ukraine or Moldova). I will still need to do work with a host family to continue my lifestyle.  but it's a bit of extra money. Search engine evaluater.  I basically evaluate websites and based on these evaluations, it determines what website will appear first in search engines.  It involved studying a 160 page PDF manual and taking three exams.
I passed first shot.

So all the time I spend on the net finally can be of some use to me. I know websites, search engines and social networking sites very well and am now my own boss. This means I could work in my underwear or in a nice seaside cafe. This also means I can fund more charity type work.    ;D

I am quite proud of myself which is very rare for me.
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Post by: Shush on January 27, 2016, 09:03:05 AM
Anna you are now free to legally travel beyond the borders of Kent  :D
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Post by: Rusco on January 27, 2016, 11:50:53 AM
Anna, the world is waiting for you out there.  :)

Amandistan, congrats for the new job. So you'll be able to do it at Greece too?
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on January 27, 2016, 03:47:49 PM
Woooo,Anna !

Where first then ?

 :)
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Post by: BlackCountryMaggiD on January 27, 2016, 06:11:30 PM
Being official   :)

Got my new passport - first real one I've ever had  ;D

Let's see the picture then! ;-)
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Post by: Master Ray on January 27, 2016, 07:32:45 PM
Great news, Amandistan, hope it works out well for you!
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on January 28, 2016, 04:25:39 PM
Thanks y'all.

MR - nope, as far as I'm aware the dodgy folk I know don't do forgery  ::)

Wessexy - first visit will be Israel on honeymoon  :)

BMD - No you can't  :P

Tell ya what though, you can tell they check cos before the passport arrived I got a letter from the DVLA telling me to change my driving licence or else ................... Blimey, they make it as hard as possible to do things and then have a pop at you for not doing everything within 5 minutes  :o
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Post by: Master Ray on January 29, 2016, 08:59:50 PM
Feeling good tonight, seeing as I sort of renegotiated peace between a bunch of friends (actually, a band I used to be in) via The Dreaded Facebook and it looks like we're gonna be finally able to sit around a table in a pub for the first time in nearly a couple of decades... always been friends individually with these fellas but the four of us finally back together and hanging out? Unheard of...

Damn, I feel like Nixon in China right now...



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Post by: Shush on January 29, 2016, 09:02:12 PM
Who will be first to stand up and declare "were getting the band back together"  ::)
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Post by: Master Ray on January 29, 2016, 09:15:21 PM
Who will be first to stand up and declare "were getting the band back together"  ::)

Certainly not me.  I wasn't a very good singer back then and I'm not gonna try and drag my 40-something arse across a stage anytime soon.  The guitar player has a cracking good local band together, the drummer (who was awesome) has done a lot of session work since and makes a shitload of money teaching drumming and the bass player hasn't picked up his bass since about 2000...

Still... we had some ridiculously fun times....
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Post by: Shush on January 29, 2016, 09:17:34 PM
and the name of the band ??
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Post by: Master Ray on January 29, 2016, 09:26:47 PM
and the name of the band ??

Fugue.  There is a full concert available on Youtube (at the awesome Crewe Limelight venue) but only with the singer they sacked before they got me in... trust me, there is absolutely no trace of my time with the band anywhere on t'internet... I've really looked...

Sod it, here it is, I'll save you a bit of time....

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ndganaCsmM

 ;)

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Post by: Amandistan on January 30, 2016, 06:11:14 AM
Anna, the world is waiting for you out there.  :)

Amandistan, congrats for the new job. So you'll be able to do it at Greece too?
Yes, I will do it in Greece thanks to hight quality IP changers that I have installed on my phone and Macbook.
I actually started already.  There is no way I would cancel Greece.
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on January 30, 2016, 12:37:56 PM
Toblerone.

 :)
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Post by: Sheena on February 01, 2016, 10:56:24 PM
Toblerone.

 :)
Me too WW.  Me too  :)
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Post by: Pol on February 03, 2016, 09:06:00 AM
Ordered myself a birthday present from china (gearbest) n it came today, yeah its a bit early but I only ordered about 10 days ago.
Anyway its a tesla nano steampunk version in brass the pictures don't really do her justice , looks totally stunning, lets hope she performs as well.
https://www.elementvape.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/thumbnail/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/t/e/tesla_nano_100w_tc_kit_w_tornado_tank_steampunk_brass.jpg.

Ps its just the mod I got
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on February 03, 2016, 05:33:54 PM
Well you know you are not allowed to use it just yet don't ya Pol ? ;D
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Post by: Bunny on February 03, 2016, 05:44:40 PM
Well. I just got back from Bratislava. What a fantastic place. Beautiful old City on the Danube. Cheap, very cheerful and really nice people. Had a day trip to Vienna (one hour by train). Thats gonna keep me cheery for a while.
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Post by: Pol on February 03, 2016, 06:06:18 PM
I think Bratislava would always remind of hostel lol
Glad you had a good holiday
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Post by: Bunny on February 03, 2016, 07:46:51 PM
Ill have to rewatch it. Been ages. Someone mentioned it when I was there but buggered if I can remember it!
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Post by: Master Ray on February 03, 2016, 08:34:31 PM
Ill have to rewatch it. Been ages. Someone mentioned it when I was there but buggered if I can remember it!

says someone with something to hide...   :o
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Post by: Master Ray on February 03, 2016, 09:57:37 PM
Going to Manchester for a gig tomorrow, train prices are usually a bit stupid, but got that trip for £3 each way thanks to a bit of canny internet shopping...  :D
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on February 04, 2016, 03:58:11 PM
At fracking last !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!  ;D ;D ;D ;D

Had a day back in the real world again. Drove into town, bit of a wander around and tiny bit of shopping, then another drive to the pet store, a walk to the vets for Cromwell to get his jabs ((overdue and he's put on weight  :( ).

At last my body is able to cope without shouting at me and telling me to lay down on the sofa AGAIN  >:( Frack me but it's been a long 3 months  ;)
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Post by: Shush on February 04, 2016, 04:38:46 PM
Ill have to rewatch it. Been ages. Someone mentioned it when I was there but buggered if I can remember it!

In terms of gore-fest horror's, its brilliant  ;)
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Post by: Pol on February 04, 2016, 05:46:47 PM
Glad your feeling better Anna , its amazing what we take for granted, hope crommy behaved at the vets

Hostel 2 is better ( good ending) not seen the 3rd one
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on February 04, 2016, 06:50:55 PM
Well done Anna.
Really pleased for you.

 :-*
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Post by: Rusco on February 04, 2016, 08:27:44 PM
I've done some music lately. It even looks like this time I'll maybe get the song finished some day. (I've had a loss of interest to do my own stuff for last ten years.)

I've had some nice feelings nowadays when I'm sober and don't smoke. I've thought there are some things that are actually more important. So I somehow forgive myself and admit I really have more time to concentrate to them. Life is strange.
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Post by: Rusco on February 09, 2016, 08:02:44 PM
Keeping it up. The next thing I'll probably do this year is to take care of my fitness and start a firm of my own, lol.
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Post by: Pol on February 10, 2016, 09:30:33 PM
Getting a very special and exclusive wedding invite the other day. Very much looking forward to being in Onich nr Fort William in May. I'm honoured to be asked to attend by a very special couple who I'm sure have found eternal happiness and love.
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Post by: Pol on February 10, 2016, 09:35:40 PM
Seeing a couple of older ladies vaping on their e cigs the other and they both had decent kits , just thought nice and gone yersel as we say
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Post by: Pol on February 11, 2016, 04:14:41 PM
My nma themed e cig box mod , just got a red nma logo on my black box mod looks excellent , got it done at a local print shop the kind that does personalized mugs etc. Was a bit of brain wave on my part . Would post a pic but these things are a mystery to me
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Post by: Rusco on February 15, 2016, 09:32:59 PM
Last album I purchased was by the Coroner: "Punishment for Decadence". Classic technical thrash metal.

\m/  8)
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on February 16, 2016, 07:00:45 PM
School holiday!

 I haven't had a day off since I went back to work 5 weeks ago and that's my personal best.
 5 weeks without any appointments/scans/check ups/treatment.


 Time to try and do things I haven't managed to do for a year.
 Lot's of cleaning probably !

 Got loads of course books to read and plenty of essays and studies to write for my Counselling course.

 Should be busy !

Went to lunch with some of my friends today and had an ace laugh.
 :)
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on February 16, 2016, 07:15:59 PM
Awesome  ;)  :)
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Post by: witch on February 16, 2016, 09:15:11 PM
Enjoy your time  :)
All the best  :)
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Post by: Stephanie on February 17, 2016, 01:52:52 PM
Have a great time off!  :)

What made me happy just now...it's a bit silly but...I "adopted" 2 African penguins.  ::) You make a one-off payment and get to name your penguin(s), get a pic and a certificate of adoption. I named "mine" Tinkerbell and Ianto.

What can I say? I love penguins...

http://www.sanccob.co.za/donate/adopt-a-penguin (http://www.sanccob.co.za/donate/adopt-a-penguin)
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Post by: Pol on February 17, 2016, 04:14:41 PM
Didn't even know you got African penguins, think I would have given them nma themed names. Nice one though  !
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Post by: Shush on February 18, 2016, 08:38:48 AM
I adopted a pack of chocolate penguins, but sadly, they are no longer with us
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Post by: Stephanie on February 18, 2016, 09:25:09 AM
Didn't even know you got African penguins, think I would have given them nma themed names. Nice one though  !
I was tempted to do that - but those guys look so tiny and funny and fluffy - somehow it would have felt weird.  ;)

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I adopted a pack of chocolate penguins, but sadly, they are no longer with us
Very tragic - for them, at least.  ::) R.I.P. chocolate penguins. Did you take the time to name them?

Modified to add that those penguins proper name is Humboldt Penguin...learned that today. 😉
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on February 18, 2016, 07:33:09 PM
I adopted a pack of chocolate penguins, but sadly, they are no longer with us

What the whole pack ? You greedy monkey  :-*
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on February 18, 2016, 07:34:34 PM
mmmmm, dipped in a cup of tea.
*slurp*
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Post by: Shush on February 18, 2016, 10:41:14 PM
)

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Very tragic - for them, at least.  ::) R.I.P. chocolate penguins. Did you take the time to name them?

No names, but a semi permanent memorial established on my waist line  >:(
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Post by: Stephanie on February 19, 2016, 09:16:50 AM
No names, but a semi permanent memorial established on my waist line  >:(

The revenge of the chocolate penguins.  ;D

I am not throwing stones, mind you...if it involves chocolate, I have no willpower whatsoever.  ::)
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Post by: Sheena on February 19, 2016, 01:34:32 PM
NMA gig announced today.  It's nearly in my back yard (http://www.sherv.net/cm/emo/funny/2/banana.gif) (http://www.sherv.net/)
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on February 19, 2016, 04:16:14 PM
Got a few odd jobs done today that I have been looking at for a long time and wishing they would disappear.
Now they have !

 :)
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Post by: Shush on February 20, 2016, 09:41:55 PM
The Jukebox in my local tonight -- 260 listings for NMA  :) People did look at me funny as I sang along to High !!
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on February 21, 2016, 03:32:47 PM
Just spotted  a job in a "school" for kids who don't go to mainstream school.

Applications had to be in by today so I've spent 5 hours filling in the application forms and emailed it quick sharp.

cross yer bits !

 :)
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Post by: Pol on February 21, 2016, 06:15:50 PM
I'm sure your singing is x factor standard shush lol

Best of luck with the job application ww sounds like a very rewarding position
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Post by: Master Ray on February 21, 2016, 06:52:29 PM
Just spotted  a job in a "school" for kids who don't go to mainstream school.

Applications had to be in by today so I've spent 5 hours filling in the application forms and emailed it quick sharp.

cross yer bits !

 :)

Good luck, WW, my bits are well and truly crossed.
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on February 21, 2016, 07:23:03 PM
Good luck Wessexy  :-* As for keeping bits crossed, I take it fingers will do ?  :D
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Post by: Shush on February 21, 2016, 08:19:07 PM
WW- Best of luck mi duck  ;)
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Post by: witch on February 21, 2016, 08:27:15 PM
Good luck
all the best  ;)
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Post by: Stephanie on February 22, 2016, 12:59:12 PM
Just spotted  a job in a "school" for kids who don't go to mainstream school.

Applications had to be in by today so I've spent 5 hours filling in the application forms and emailed it quick sharp.

cross yer bits !

 :)
Every crossable bit is crossed - good luck!
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on February 22, 2016, 06:47:09 PM
Thanks everyone.

 :)
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on March 01, 2016, 06:38:50 PM
It's my birthday today and this time last year I wasn't expected to be saying that.

 :)
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Post by: witch on March 01, 2016, 07:24:18 PM
Happy Birthday  Wessexy Witch
I wish you all the best
And I wish a very nice Birthday evening  :)
Im afraid cant send you a Birthday  cake as a pic Im too oldschool  for things like that to be honest  :(
Take good care
witch
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on March 01, 2016, 07:30:42 PM
Many happy returns n may Lang yer lum reek
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on March 03, 2016, 01:33:35 PM
Belated happy birthday Wessexy - trust there was cake  ;D 8) :-*

5 years 10 and a half months after first walking through the clinic door, had my final appointment with my Surgeon so as of Monday - fully discharged. Behold for I am cured  :D :D ;D ;D :) :)

oh and got made redundant yesterday  ;D  ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on March 03, 2016, 05:11:54 PM
From me also Michele, sorry I am late, but happy past birthday  :)

Well done Anna - no pain no gain. !!

Sorry to hear your other news.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on March 03, 2016, 05:18:26 PM
Sorry to hear about your job Anna hugs
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Coumarin on March 03, 2016, 06:45:40 PM
Happy 21st Michele.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Coumarin on March 03, 2016, 06:50:51 PM
Why were you made redundant Anna?
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on March 03, 2016, 07:26:37 PM
Shit, Anna, it's a kick in the teeth, isn't it?   :'(

Best of luck.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Rusco on March 03, 2016, 07:31:32 PM
What's happening? There are congrats and you're feeling sorry too?
I've had my head in brushes lately...
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on March 03, 2016, 07:35:42 PM
Hey peeps,

Company has gone into administration  - surprised it's taken so long in all honesty. Quite pleased about it really, I've been idling there for far too long. Whole load of circles been closing lately and this one needed too as well. Sure the financial reality will come crashing in soon enough but there's a big bright world out there.

So definately happy not sad  :)

Straight on for the days ahead  8)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: jc on March 04, 2016, 06:51:10 AM
Wishing you exciting opportunities Anna.

Cheers

jc
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on March 05, 2016, 11:33:57 AM
Thanks Jack - catch you on the road sometime soon  :-*
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Coumarin on March 05, 2016, 12:35:19 PM
I found a new component of Chamomile today. Just have to identify it with a spectra
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on March 05, 2016, 05:22:44 PM
Thanks everyone, yes there was cake involved.

Anna, you have a whole new life out there.
Go and flippin get it girl !


 :)

Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on March 06, 2016, 07:17:33 PM
@ Wessesy - I'm on it baby   ;)

First day shooting arrows since last October, took a couple of rounds to get back into the swing of it but I soon got trained killer status back again  ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Coumarin on March 08, 2016, 06:56:41 PM
Just spotted  a job in a "school" for kids who don't go to mainstream school.

Applications had to be in by today so I've spent 5 hours filling in the application forms and emailed it quick sharp.

cross yer bits !

 :)









Disliked school.... They made you drink frozen milk in the 70s!
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on March 09, 2016, 06:11:42 AM
Frozen milk count yourself lucky, nowt worse than warm milk that's been sitting in a classroom, put me right off the stuff for years, never thought I would say this but Maggie done the right thing lol
And no Scottish schools didn't have irn bru n whiskey lol
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on March 09, 2016, 06:16:15 AM
I used to enjoy my miniature bottle of milk while sat at "the milk table" in the 70's  :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on March 09, 2016, 11:10:06 AM
Yeah and if you were the "milk monitor" for the day you got to have any spare bottles  :) Mind you my memory says warm milk too.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on March 09, 2016, 08:07:55 PM
The only link I can find for the Milk Monitor thing from The Office is this one... not very good quality but still funny...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EqaFQh_P_H8
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Coumarin on March 09, 2016, 08:09:50 PM
That just curdled and was nasty...1970s schooling, getting you ready for the slush puppie and non dairy based macdonalds shakes!

1/3rd pint bottles if I remember???
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Coumarin on March 09, 2016, 08:13:16 PM
THATCHER, THATCHER. MILK SNATCHER!
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on March 09, 2016, 08:15:32 PM
Wonder if would still enjoy a slush puppy , macs milkshakes are awesome
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Coumarin on March 09, 2016, 08:17:28 PM
Prefer a milkshake these days
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Coumarin on March 09, 2016, 08:20:20 PM
The bright blue raspberry slush puppies looked particularly suspicious.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Coumarin on March 09, 2016, 08:22:44 PM
Would you drink milk that colour?
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Coumarin on March 12, 2016, 04:06:53 PM
Just booked two weeks in Japan. YAY!

 3 days in Tokyo, bullet train from Kyoto to Hiroshima. Level 5 on mount Fuji...so much else...Bring it on!

Loving life.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on March 12, 2016, 07:27:17 PM
Just booked two weeks in Japan. YAY!

 3 days in Tokyo, bullet train from Kyoto to Hiroshima. Level 5 on mount Fuji...so much else...Bring it on!

Loving life.

Japan is my dream holiday destination, always has been.  Wish I could afford it... maybe in a few years, eh?

Enjoy.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on March 12, 2016, 11:07:01 PM
Japan! nice one. Love going to different places but detest the travelling. That would be too far for me unless I stopped half way for a day or two. States is far enough for me. My eldest lad dreams of going to Japan. Make sure you let us know how it all goes  ;)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Coumarin on March 13, 2016, 10:41:00 AM
Yep. its about 11-14 hours depending

but at least its a night flight.

Crossing Russian airspace is more of a concern.... Putin seems to like downing commercial aircraft!!
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Amandistan on March 13, 2016, 08:46:16 PM
The likelihood is Putin will not down your airline as he is too busy contributing to genocide in Syria.
But of course this is "Not a UN site" whatever that means. Though some of the band's lyrics would say otherwise.

 
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on March 14, 2016, 12:02:58 AM
The likelihood is Putin will not down your airline as he is too busy contributing to genocide in Syria.
But of course this is "Not a UN site" whatever that means. Though some of the band's lyrics would say otherwise.

Did you not say on the other thread you wanted no more interaction with this person ? that might be the better option.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Amandistan on March 14, 2016, 08:51:02 AM
It may be but in reality I was quite upset and angry at the comment and his lack of compassion to an issue that is crucial. Not a UN forum but  this is the everything else forum and the band's lyrics discuss such issues.
I found his comment quite cruel and don't think it is worth wasting time of the moderators. Also the comment about "Is this the only place on the internet where anyone listens" was degrading. If i knew someone to be in vulnerable state I would not respond like that.   I don't think it breaks forum rules as it did not call be anything but Troll but made me feel like shit.   

I do not want to post on this forum if people act like this. I like the forum but this really gets to me at the moment.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Coumarin on March 14, 2016, 07:40:27 PM
Take a few days out from your busy agenda Amanda and review your life. You need it. Sometimes we have to do this, I can vouch for that. If you find that time. I can draw parallels:

I'm a St John first aider. Rule No 1. Your safety comes first.

I'm sure you have taken many first aid courses to be where you are today. It's just a friend reminding you of some basics.

Best of luck

Martin
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on March 15, 2016, 06:12:35 PM
Firstly I like to collect stuff I like. So today I bought a vintage red stop light / level crossing light. Its a old cast iron one probably 1950s ? , its been rewired to take a normal bayonet type bulb / 3 pin plug. Anyway I like it so who cares lol
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Rusco on March 17, 2016, 09:52:25 PM
Hello folks. Today I installed a new nest box into tree and removed an earlier broken box away. (There's been a woodpecker in our yard that smashed 2-3 nest boxes last autumn.) The birds are taking glances at the boxes already.

There's also a campaign in Finland to construct one million nest boxes in one year and register them. There are over 270 000 nest boxes now.  :)

Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on March 21, 2016, 09:40:13 PM
Cancer has fucked off.

 :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: witch on March 21, 2016, 10:14:08 PM
Congratulation Wessexy Witch  :) I wish you all the best take good care
cheers witch
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: claireinblack on March 21, 2016, 10:27:14 PM
Cancer has fucked off.

 :)

Brilliant news!

 :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Rusco on March 21, 2016, 10:57:46 PM
Great!! You beat it! Ha!
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on March 22, 2016, 12:07:08 AM
Yay!  Screw you cancer, you ain't all that tough, you bee-yatch...  :D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Stephanie on March 23, 2016, 03:19:36 PM
 :) :) :) :) It's so good to read all the good health news in this thread - I am so very happy for you all!  :-*

Here's to new opportunities and exciting travels.  :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Sheena on March 23, 2016, 09:00:24 PM
Fabulous news.  Today is a good day xxx
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on March 23, 2016, 09:29:13 PM
Is this the right thread , I'm happy about it now so why not
So the smoking ban is 10 years old in Scotland today, aye we had it first a bit like the poll tax lol. I think looking back that its been a really positive thing , remember just how stinking some pubs etc where, did anyone go into a bookies back in the day fck you couldn't see for smoke. On the news they said heart attacks and strokes were down 20% and dieses' from passive smoking over 80%. Sadly smoking is still the biggest cause of avoidable death but lets hope that will be allowed and encouraged to rejuice in the future
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Stephanie on March 24, 2016, 02:15:55 PM
I got a long weekend coming up, a dear friend is spending Easter at our place - can't wait.  :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Amandistan on March 27, 2016, 10:51:42 PM
I got back from a wonderful protest and the feeling of unity was wonderful. There was rain, a rare hail-storm, smoke and teargas but it was wonderful. I marched with Greek anarchists, people in the Greek Anti- Fascist movement and refugees. The fascist pricks were on other side of large police blockade.

 We started running at one point and then the hail came crashing down and rain and their was a smoke bomb somewhere. It looked like an image out of a film. The best moment was when someone spray-painted "NO BORDERS" on the side of a bus. It really touched me and everyone cheered. Nobody was hurt as the police in Thessaloniki are kinder than Athens.

Nothing on earth beats the feeling of solidarity. No drug, nothing. I met some new Greek friends and Afghani friends.  I keep falling deeper in love with people from Afghanistan each day. All i meet are wonderful and it is a shame that their country is not safe.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: eastmidswhizzkid on March 28, 2016, 12:24:02 AM
Cancer has fucked off.

 :)
thats amazing news! 8) you must be really relieved mate, i'm glad for you.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on March 29, 2016, 08:58:22 PM
Enjoy Bradford witch and I'm guessing a new tattoo  ?
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on March 29, 2016, 10:33:54 PM
Your always welcome witch, its always good to give yourself a nice birthday present and what could be better than a tattoo from joolz
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: witch on April 02, 2016, 10:05:05 PM
Ive booked The Great Victoria Hotel in Bradford today for my 16 hours day trip to Bradford in 24 days count the days  down  :) cant wait ...
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on April 04, 2016, 09:32:28 PM
Booked my train tickets for my trip to Fort William / Onich departing 12/5 return home 14/5 , very much looking forward to the wedding of the century and all the beautiful scenery
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: witch on April 04, 2016, 09:44:06 PM
The zip from my tiagd hoodie was broken I went to a seamstress she told me this hoodie is old worn out and not worth while to repair and it would cost some euros ....I told her I dont xxxx care ( hope  my text is alright in english and you will know what I mean ? so Im feeling really happy about my mend tiagd hoodie  :D :D :D
I really love the artwork ;) ;)
cheers witch
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: MARKXE on April 04, 2016, 09:56:33 PM
Came home today to find this large box delivered.

(http://i.imgur.com/qvUFLT9m.jpg)

Opened it to find a wrapped picture.

(http://i.imgur.com/9258yENm.jpg)

Which turned out to be.

(http://i.imgur.com/vhwJyCBm.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/MNjbw0Em.jpg)

It looks amazing (much better than my photos show) and was a totally unexpected gift.


Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on April 04, 2016, 10:51:49 PM
Blimey MARKXE !

not in the least bit jealous  ::)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on April 05, 2016, 10:13:54 AM
Who's that then ?

Looks like they should of opened a window to let all that smoke out !

 ;)
 :D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on April 05, 2016, 04:39:05 PM
Now you have given it a window scenario it feels like we are prying into someones house

prying through the smoke  ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Coumarin on April 05, 2016, 05:13:29 PM
Awesome
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on April 05, 2016, 06:52:11 PM
You've got to laugh at Davie Cameron , mired up to his neck in the pig shit of a tax avoidance scandal, makes you wonder if his dad hadn't made all that illegal money those enabling Dave to be sent to that posh school where would he be now. Imo he and Sam should be striped off all their assets and made to live on a really rough council estate. Tainted wealth  ?
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on April 05, 2016, 07:16:30 PM

This one, from todays Daily Mash, mad me laugh like a loon...

http://www.thedailymash.co.uk/politics/politics-headlines/hey-remember-that-pig-asks-cameron-20160405107777

 ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on April 11, 2016, 12:33:19 PM
Bruce Springsteen & Bryan Adams  :-*
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on April 11, 2016, 07:50:39 PM
Bruce Springsteen & Bryan Adams  :-*

Did they get married or something?

 :o
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on April 12, 2016, 09:42:50 AM
Bruce Springsteen & Bryan Adams  :-*

Oh yes.

 :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Bunny on April 12, 2016, 06:43:48 PM
A certain three year old who rejoices in the name Daniel James Justin. Love you little man.

And yeah. Unashamedly soppy  :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on April 12, 2016, 09:49:04 PM
Nothing wrong with soppy  ;)

Springtime in Kent
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Rusco on April 14, 2016, 07:58:35 PM
Whoa, 1 week holiday starting. Once more to skiing.  :)

In the south the winter's gone 3 weeks ago. Grass will grow soon. But on the east and north we still have a winter.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Coumarin on April 14, 2016, 08:48:16 PM
A week off.... The end of the month... to do nothing....

 It will be filled with walking and soaking up spring life. Listening, looking and smelling the new season.

FANTASTIC
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on April 15, 2016, 11:16:17 AM
A week off.... The end of the month... to do nothing....

 It will be filled with walking and soaking up spring life. Listening, looking and smelling the new season.

FANTASTIC

Sounds great.
Enjoy it.
 :)
Title: Darning
Post by: Coumarin on April 15, 2016, 07:48:12 PM
Well, I bought a new pair of socks. Wool and whatever... The walking season is imminent.

Last years eventually had a hole where the big too should be

So I attempted darning, basically knitting a new patch out of cotton and it made my toes ache and sting.

Is there a pattern for darning with a mushroom?

Yours

Sockless



Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on April 15, 2016, 09:08:25 PM
Good Lord, Coumarin, you're as drunk as I am...
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Coumarin on April 15, 2016, 09:17:22 PM
It was my sisters 33rd wedding anniversary.

And I swear I never took more than a schooner of sherry!
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Coumarin on April 15, 2016, 09:18:28 PM
hic
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on April 15, 2016, 09:33:45 PM
hic

 :D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Coumarin on April 15, 2016, 10:01:15 PM
I haven't touched a drop occifer.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: lotus on April 16, 2016, 04:49:03 PM
my new tv and the new switch - recording (and watching later)
to hdd and dvd is possible (not only to usb and all is gone with a new tv device and I can save it using another player or creating my own mix !!!)
and the seperate player/switch is working fine with R.E.M. dvd - The one I love :)

Not fine - never managed to see R.E.M. live  :(
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Coumarin on April 16, 2016, 08:11:14 PM
Me and me old mate Dave, well we went into a pub this morning (the sun was over the yardarm Admiral)

Well 11am!!!

Juke box was stacked with NMA!
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on April 16, 2016, 08:54:26 PM
A great jukebox is a rare thing to find nowadays.

Also... daytime drinking at the weekend?  A pleasant thing.  Daytime drinking during weekdays, when every other bugger is at work?  Priceless...   ;)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on April 17, 2016, 08:14:20 PM
Fannying about in the garden enjoying the sunshine with my 2 black cats today.

I was looking to see what was sprouting into life while they killed the flies and butterflies enjoying the blossoms.

(http://www.4smileys.com/smileys/animal-smileys/cat_smiley.gif)

Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Bunny on April 19, 2016, 12:50:35 PM
A fantastic weekend in Pwllheli topped off with a picture of the little un standing at the edge of the sea taking it all in. #wellmadeup or whatever they say on twitter.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on April 20, 2016, 08:50:41 AM
Bad drip - cereal trip - it fckin should at nearly £20 lol
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on April 20, 2016, 12:41:39 PM
I went to college last night without any back spasms spoiling it.

 :)

I think it's getting better.
Dr tonight for some answers and maybe Wayne Hussey in Brizzol if I'm feeling ok.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on April 22, 2016, 07:26:04 PM
3 weeks and counting till Onich
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on April 23, 2016, 01:03:38 PM
3 weeks and counting till Onich

 ;D  ;)

3 weeks doesn't seem very long ...........................................  :o
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Coumarin on April 23, 2016, 06:20:12 PM
T-Bone steak (from a real butcher)
Peppercorn sauce (not from a packet)
Genuine Zippo lighter consumables (flints, wick and non smelly petrol)
Uriah Heep CD (bought solely because July Morning is on there)
Bottled ink. Parker blue and blue-black (my own blend for my work pen)

A pint and some nosebag with me old mate in wspoons

Happy days "shopping"

sorry ladies I didn't buy any shoes!
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on April 24, 2016, 11:09:21 AM
T-Bone steak (from a real butcher)
Peppercorn sauce (not from a packet)
Genuine Zippo lighter consumables (flints, wick and non smelly petrol)
Uriah Heep CD (bought solely because July Morning is on there)
Bottled ink. Parker blue and blue-black (my own blend for my work pen)

A pint and some nosebag with me old mate in wspoons

Happy days "shopping"

sorry ladies I didn't buy any shoes!

I have !
(http://images.yuku.com/image/jpeg/6a3260324647b7ee79185f37026b17fa63f8d1a2.JPG)

 ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Coumarin on April 24, 2016, 11:48:53 AM
They're not shoes.

....They are slippers!

A sudden gust of wind and those "firesides" will be sucked up the chimney!
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on April 24, 2016, 12:30:48 PM
Noooo, there're proper shoes with a decent rubber sole.

I can't wait until I'm well enough to go back to school to show them off.
 :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Coumarin on April 25, 2016, 02:05:14 PM
I used to hate the first day back at school... But If I turned up with a new pair of rugby boots. That was another story! That's too long ago now.

Anyway, as a Northamptonian I reserve the right to say anything I please about boots and shoes!

Main thing is comfort.

Wear them with pride WW
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on April 25, 2016, 03:22:01 PM
Managed to partially lay a few ghosts from the past to rest on Saturday. Long story but met a ex friend who I hadn't spoken to for maybe 15 years, kinda ended up feeling sorry for him as he had fckd his life up n was still a piss n hash head. Felt good to say hey I don't drink or even smoke cigs anymore ( is that wrong). Anyway I'm happy who gives lol
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on April 25, 2016, 04:03:06 PM
is that wrong). Anyway I'm happy who gives lol

No and good  :-*
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on April 25, 2016, 06:08:00 PM
^^^^^yep, like wot she says^^^^^

be proud Pol

 :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on April 25, 2016, 07:39:52 PM
Good luck with that one, Pol, hope it goes well.

One thing that's great about The Dreaded Facebook is that I've connected with people who were close friends in the 90's (or even beyond) and had several really amazing nights out with them... people drift apart, no matter how good their friendship is and sometimes for the silliest of reasons.  And to reactivate that old friendship and laugh about the daft stuff that seems so irrelevant now... I love it.

Hmmm, didn't a bunch of fine gentlemen once write a song about that very same thing?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qQ3w4kMcG6k

 ;)

Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: witch on April 25, 2016, 10:29:35 PM
Im happy to be in Bradford at the moment and the weather is much better than in Germany   :)
 at all I wish a nice evening
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Stephanie on April 26, 2016, 12:12:33 PM
Felt good to say hey I don't drink or even smoke cigs anymore ( is that wrong). Anyway I'm happy who gives lol
I bet it did, I think that's really awesome and you have every right to feel good about that.

Wtch, have a great time in Bradford, the weather here is really quite horrible at the moment, I have heard even Alaska has better weather at the moment.  ;D

Had been feeling a bit under the weather for a while but it seems that is a thing of the past now - so that definitely makes me happy. I have the first of four 10k runs coming up on Saturday and was a bit worried I might not be able to make it. Looks like I'll still be able to take part and bring up the rear, as usual, with a cheerful wave and a big grin.  ;)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on April 26, 2016, 04:08:36 PM
Thanks for the family support. Enjoy Bradford witch , Steph have a good fun run . Ray the hatchet has only been picked up lol.

Todays happy - awesome wedding presents arrived in plenty of time, wish I got myself one now
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on April 27, 2016, 09:45:26 AM
Went to my first Physio session yesterday and it felt really great.
So screaming out in pain spasms at all yesterday.
Did all my stretches and exercises this morning and all seem well so far today.


My black cats rolling in the dust outside the back door.

 :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Stephanie on April 27, 2016, 09:57:01 AM
Went to my first Physio session yesterday and it felt really great.
So screaming out in pain spasms at all yesterday.
Did all my stretches and exercises this morning and all seem well so far today.


My black cats rolling in the dust outside the back door.

 :)
Fingers crossed it stays that well - and cats rolling in the dust must be a nice sight  :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Coumarin on April 27, 2016, 01:08:57 PM
Went to my first Physio session yesterday and it felt really great.
So screaming out in pain spasms at all yesterday.
Did all my stretches and exercises this morning and all seem well so far today.


My black cats rolling in the dust outside the back door.

 :)


Probably wanting to change their colour!
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on May 02, 2016, 09:00:33 PM
Leicester City - a massive congratulations on becoming premiership champions. Just to show that money doesn't always buy success and gives hope to fans of every smaller team. If Kilmarnock can stay up this season who knows what next season can bring  ( aye rite)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on May 02, 2016, 09:52:14 PM
Having a curry with my Dad on his birthday today and hearing how his recent health problems seem to be fading into insignificance...  :)

Mind you, the old bugger goes to the gym EVERY day!  Takes yoga, pilates and, get this, cycle-spinning classes!  He's nearly 70 and he's in better shape than I am!

 :-[
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on May 03, 2016, 01:38:50 AM
Leicester City - a massive congratulations on becoming premiership champions. Just to show that money doesn't always buy success and gives hope to fans of every smaller team. If Kilmarnock can stay up this season who knows what next season can bring  ( aye rite)

Pains me to say it, but have to agree. Very impressive the Leicester lads. Makes a change to have a different team at the top.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Coumarin on May 03, 2016, 07:20:02 PM
Here here.

I'm not a football fan. More Rugby... and respect my local teams (Tigers and Saints) Love Leicester as a City and to see all the celebrations. It looked like it was rammed! like Trafalgar Square on New Years Eve.

No chance of even getting close to the bar in "The Last Plantagenet" for a month I should imagine.

Well done.
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Post by: witch on May 10, 2016, 09:24:00 PM
I had a good day at work and  Im feeling very happy about the healing  of my last tattoo done by Joolz
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on May 11, 2016, 12:02:16 PM
 :)

Picture please !
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Post by: Pol on May 11, 2016, 02:41:28 PM
Getting my head shaved at the Turkish barber , eyebrows trimmed, excess nose and ear hairs removed
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Post by: Shush on May 11, 2016, 04:20:52 PM
Did they burn off the ear hair ?
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Post by: Pol on May 11, 2016, 05:35:30 PM
Yes they did, best bit is when they put a warm towel on your head, they also use a kinda blackcurrant smelling cream that nice, the stuff they use for aftershave stings quite a bit though, much prefer going there as to the normal barber
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Post by: witch on May 11, 2016, 08:40:35 PM
:)

Picture please !
Will send you a pic soon during the next weekend as a pm need some help from my brother in law coz Im a bit oldschool with such things  :-[Im sorrry about that  :-[cheers witch
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Post by: Pol on May 12, 2016, 08:56:23 PM
Today is a good day - excellent train journey Glasgow to Fort William, the scenery is totally awesome, was the the first time on a train where people where standing out there seats to get a view, lots of people taking videos and pictures. It's something I would advise everyone to do. Then best of all got to meet nma family, one of them for the first time, I better not leave out Cromwell the dog. Had a couple of beers and a bite to eat with them. Looking forward to tomorrow - the big day.
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Post by: witch on May 12, 2016, 09:01:44 PM
Glad Pol that you had a good day well done  ;)
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Post by: Master Ray on May 12, 2016, 09:19:21 PM
Today is a good day - excellent train journey Glasgow to Fort William, the scenery is totally awesome, was the the first time on a train where people where standing out there seats to get a view, lots of people taking videos and pictures. It's something I would advise everyone to do. Then best of all got to meet nma family, one of them for the first time, I better not leave out Cromwell the dog. Had a couple of beers and a bite to eat with them. Looking forward to tomorrow - the big day.

Wish a certain someone the very best from me.
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Post by: Pol on May 12, 2016, 09:36:08 PM
I will do MR , your name did come up in conversation in a good way.
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Post by: Pol on May 12, 2016, 09:38:45 PM
Thanks witch , next time your in the UK , get a train up the west highland line
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Post by: Master Ray on May 12, 2016, 09:49:39 PM
I will do MR , your name did come up in conversation in a good way.

After all my posts, it'd better bloody had been!

 ;D

 ;)
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Post by: Shush on May 12, 2016, 11:17:47 PM
Today is a good day - excellent train journey Glasgow to Fort William, the scenery is totally awesome, was the the first time on a train where people where standing out there seats to get a view, lots of people taking videos and pictures. It's something I would advise everyone to do. Then best of all got to meet nma family, one of them for the first time, I better not leave out Cromwell the dog. Had a couple of beers and a bite to eat with them. Looking forward to tomorrow - the big day.

Hope you all have a great day. Please pass on  best wishes from me and Ange  :)
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on May 13, 2016, 09:31:58 AM
I walked for about one and a half hours yesterday along the canal and river in Bradford on Avon.

Lovely.
Knackered after mind !
Bit stiff today.

 :)
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Post by: witch on May 13, 2016, 09:06:59 PM
Thxs a lot Pol for your kind travel advice looks pretty lovely  ;)
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Post by: Coumarin on May 14, 2016, 08:27:56 PM
Going for a dawn walk with my big sis tomorrow. Now that her heart condition has been diagnosed and treated (as best as possible) she has got the "walking bug"

We are both knocking on a bit. She doesn't like to do more than 4 miles. I have metalwork in my ankle now, so I can't do the 25-40 miles that seemed so easy in my early 20s

It will be a good chance to catch up.

An unhealthy breakfast after (well, we did burn the Calories)

Hoping for a clear morning to get some nice photos. If not then I couldn't care less. At least I will have seen it.
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Post by: Master Ray on May 14, 2016, 08:34:17 PM
Hope your sis gets better, mate.


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Post by: Pol on May 14, 2016, 08:43:46 PM
Just back home from Fort William then Onich , surely Onich is one of the most stunningly beautiful places I've ever been to ( google images) . The weather was fantastic, I felt so honoured to have spent the time with wonderful people
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Post by: spray on May 14, 2016, 08:49:37 PM
Just back home from Fort William then Onich , surely Onich is one of the most stunningly beautiful places I've ever been to ( google images) . The weather was fantastic, I felt so honoured to have spent the time with wonderful people
Stayed at the Bridge of Orchy on a motorcycle tour of Scotland some ten years ago. The station doubles up as a bunk house. West Coast has stunning views at every turn.
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Post by: Pol on May 14, 2016, 09:18:45 PM
Pasted through the bridge of Orchy station on my journey.  I definitely want to do it again soon
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on May 14, 2016, 09:50:25 PM
On January 6th last year I answered a post on this board from a total stranger called Keto. 8 weeks later after a flurry of PM's and emails she took a punt and flew over from Tel Aviv to meet and go to a gig - Reading, Sub 89 - 5 days later we were engaged and yesterday on the shore of Loch Levan in the Scottish Highlands we got married  :-*.  with a certain chap called Pol as witness. This board truly is a place of love  ;D
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Post by: Coumarin on May 14, 2016, 10:14:04 PM
Nothing more to be said than best wishes
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Post by: Master Ray on May 14, 2016, 10:17:06 PM
On January 6th last year I answered a post on this board from a total stranger called Keto. 8 weeks later after a flurry of PM's and emails she took a punt and flew over from Tel Aviv to meet and go to a gig - Reading, Sub 89 - 5 days later we were engaged and yesterday on the shore of Loch Levan in the Scottish Highlands we got married  :-*.  with a certain chap called Pol as witness. This board truly is a place of love  ;D

Aw, that's lovely... now someone pass me a bucket, I'm gonna throw up...

 ;D  ;D  ;D  ;D  ;)

You know I'm kidding, hun.  I don't know enough nice words to express how happy I am for you. I know you, like me, have been through some tough times.  And I cringe a bit at the expression 'happy ending' but if anyone deserves something like that, it's certainly you.  Glad your day was brilliant.  Big love and hugs for you both.

Some photo's, perhaps?  ???



   
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Post by: lotus on May 14, 2016, 10:23:20 PM
Congratualtions (Cliff Richard ...  ;))
Best wishes for the future :)
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Post by: Shush on May 14, 2016, 11:10:13 PM
If ever the powers that be assess the importance of this forum in the face of competition like faceboook or twitttwer, always remember, our good friends Anna and Keto met here.

And that well and truly deserves a "like"

Best wishes to you both for the future from me and Ange  ;) ;)
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Post by: Pol on May 14, 2016, 11:11:36 PM
Would like to add it was a fantastic unforgettable day , it was a true honour to be invited. Had a brilliant couple of days in the highlands. You both looked amazing and seeing you both together I know that you have found eternal love.
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Post by: jc on May 15, 2016, 08:38:13 AM
Congrats and wishing you two all the best for the future X


Cheers

jc
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on May 15, 2016, 01:34:22 PM
Holy shite Anna !!!!

Wow !  :o

I am sooooo please for you.

I wish you all the love and light in this world and beyond.

(http://www.4smileys.com/smileys/love-smileys/snuggle.gif)


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Post by: ldopas on May 15, 2016, 05:08:00 PM
Congratulations Anna! bloody heck you don't hang around!!!!!  :D

All the best for the future, and looks like it was a glorious day in the sun as well.
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Post by: Rusco on May 15, 2016, 08:08:11 PM
Congratulations, Anna & Keto. So glad to hear this kind of news.  :) :)
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Post by: witch on May 15, 2016, 08:20:37 PM
Congrats Anna Woman O Kent and Keto Love Peace and Happyness to you wish you both good luck for the future  :)
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on May 16, 2016, 08:03:14 PM
Thanks for all your kind words, we'll see ya' on the road somewhere  :-*
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Post by: Sheena on May 16, 2016, 09:45:04 PM
Many congratulations xxx
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Post by: Stephanie on May 17, 2016, 01:24:44 PM
Congratulations, Anna & Keto, and all the best for your future together. What a great, happy story  :) :) :)
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Post by: Sheena on May 21, 2016, 07:08:31 PM
Got the keys to my new house :-)
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Post by: jc on May 22, 2016, 01:00:16 AM
When's the house warming :)
Cheers

jc
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Post by: ldopas on May 22, 2016, 02:25:01 PM
Where is my piece of the wedding cake? Mind you I'm not allowed it at the mo!  ;)
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Post by: Rusco on May 22, 2016, 02:51:35 PM
Today is the day! I'm so excited!

It's the day of final contest in World Championships of ice hockey. Check out the power rankings:

http://www.iihfworlds2016.com/en/news/power-rankings-21-may/

:-)
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Post by: Pol on May 22, 2016, 03:58:02 PM
Kilmarnock 4 -0 Falkirk (agg 4-1) Scottish Premiership play off . Killie stay up and march on for another season - 24 years and counting. Hello Hello  !
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on May 22, 2016, 09:00:25 PM
Got the keys to my new house :-)

Nice one Sheena  :) And so did we  ;D

Topped off by just getting home and finding out my Redundancy money has finally been sorted and shortly will be received  8)

Hey Idopas - you'll just have to visualize the cake dude  :D
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Post by: Phill on May 25, 2016, 09:42:25 PM
Used some different petrol in me bike - feels smoother and going like shit off a shovel.
Had a good ride  :)  made me remember what biking is, don't use it much now a days can't get two kids on it.
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Post by: Pol on May 27, 2016, 11:08:19 PM
The new EE advert with cookie monster - fcking awesome
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Post by: Rusco on May 28, 2016, 04:24:29 PM
The new EE advert with cookie monster - fcking awesome

Cookie monster? Reminds me about death metal.  :o ;D
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Post by: Pol on May 28, 2016, 06:35:57 PM
There is the cookie monster advert

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=CCbWyYr82BM
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Post by: Sheena on May 30, 2016, 04:55:12 PM
When's the house warming :)
Cheers

jc
I'll let you know.  You're all invited :-)
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Post by: Sheena on May 30, 2016, 04:55:32 PM
Dancing barefoot in a field
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Post by: Master Ray on May 30, 2016, 07:32:50 PM
Dancing barefoot in a field

Hopefully not one that a herd of cows recently visited...
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Post by: Sheena on May 30, 2016, 09:52:34 PM
Dancing barefoot in a field

Hopefully not one that a herd of cows recently visited...
Couldn't tell you - too drunk to notice  ;D. But quite possibly, seeing that I can't get me feet clean  :o
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on June 04, 2016, 02:33:15 PM
I have mowed my grass for the first time since I got ill.

I bet I ache later though!

(http://www.4smileys.com/smileys/work-smileys/cut_the_grass_smiley1.gif)
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Post by: Sheena on June 05, 2016, 08:13:08 PM
Cider
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Post by: Master Ray on June 05, 2016, 09:26:44 PM
Cider

Three litres of Frosty Jacks?  On a park bench?  Whilst shouting at the ducks?

Well, that's my usual Sunday...
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Post by: Pol on June 05, 2016, 11:15:31 PM
3 litre's - lightweight lol
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on June 06, 2016, 06:55:38 PM
Litres ? Just how bleedin' european are you lot ?  ;D ;D ;) :-*
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Post by: MARKXE on June 06, 2016, 07:42:12 PM
A new family member hopefully  :)

(http://i.imgur.com/hCz38sIm.jpg)    (http://i.imgur.com/eBCPWyHm.jpg)

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Post by: Wessexy Witch on June 06, 2016, 08:06:14 PM
Awww, what flavour dog is that ?

 :)
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Post by: Master Ray on June 06, 2016, 08:26:50 PM
Knowing that I only have to wait until August 26th for the next chapter of the magnificent, ongoing NMA saga...

Order placed with a happy heart.   :D
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Post by: MARKXE on June 06, 2016, 08:33:16 PM
Awww, what flavour dog is that ?

 :)
German Shepherd with a hint of god knows what.  :)
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Post by: MARKXE on June 06, 2016, 08:35:10 PM
Knowing that I only have to wait until August 26th for the next chapter of the magnificent, ongoing NMA saga...

Order placed with a happy heart.   :D

Are you doing the 27th also.
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Post by: MARKXE on June 06, 2016, 08:56:21 PM
Wish you lots of good luck with your hopefully new family member  ;)

Thanks  :)

(http://i.imgur.com/vKCIw3am.jpg)
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Post by: Sheena on June 06, 2016, 09:12:11 PM
What a beautiful dog!  That last picture made me happy  :-*
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Post by: Pol on June 07, 2016, 08:12:21 AM
Sometimes the world works out the way you want it
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Post by: Shush on June 07, 2016, 03:24:26 PM
Litres ? Just how bleedin' european are you lot ?  ;D ;D ;) :-*

I am drinking in Litres this week . Litre glasses of beer in Krakow  ;)
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Post by: Master Ray on June 07, 2016, 07:19:50 PM
Knowing that I only have to wait until August 26th for the next chapter of the magnificent, ongoing NMA saga...

Order placed with a happy heart.   :D

Are you doing the 27th also.

Nah, sorry, I'm over here in the UK, foreign travel a bit out of my budget right now I'm afraid!  Should be doing Manchester and Nottingham, possibly Buckley.
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on June 08, 2016, 06:42:03 PM
I am drinking in Litres this week .

Me too, dunno if it's kosher or not but definately not European  :D
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Post by: Pol on June 08, 2016, 07:53:45 PM
Velocity dripper - fused alien coils - strawberry milkshake
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Post by: Shush on June 08, 2016, 07:54:59 PM
I am drinking in Litres this week .

Me too, dunno if it's kosher or not but definately not European  :D

I'm back in the UK now Anna so I will return to pinting - in time for the footy  :)
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on June 10, 2016, 05:56:22 PM
Having two parties today to celebrate the queens birthday.

Lots of pizza, cake, making flags and playing party games.


 :)
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Post by: Pol on June 11, 2016, 04:19:42 PM
More or less confirmed my tattoo appointment, Friday 1st July 11.30 , looks like I'm getting two done at once. Need to go to Glasgow and pay the deposit. Getting part of hr gigers birth machine on my inner forearm and nna logo on my chest. Its not cheap but hey they last a life time.
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Post by: Pol on June 11, 2016, 04:22:21 PM
Link to giger tattoo

http://www.cultedge.com/wp-content/gallery/hr-giger/birth_machine_baby.jpg
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Post by: Shush on June 11, 2016, 05:49:47 PM
Well done Wales. Great match. Great win  :)
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Post by: Pol on June 11, 2016, 06:09:01 PM
Hopefully Wales can win their next one, ducks for cover
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Post by: Shush on June 11, 2016, 06:37:52 PM
Hopefully Wales can win their next one, ducks for cover
>:( >:( >:(

Are you in this video Pol ?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rLq340eDTCA
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Post by: Master Ray on June 11, 2016, 07:17:56 PM
Well done, Wales.  Did I ever post the Manic Street Preachers official Wales 2016 tune...?  Rather like it!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PmHnnkzgjCI
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Post by: Pol on June 11, 2016, 08:12:20 PM
That's me with jimmy krankie lol
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Post by: Shush on June 12, 2016, 06:23:08 PM
POLAND

Win their first ever game at the Euro tournament's

 ;)
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on June 12, 2016, 06:23:40 PM
I have dyed my hair.

No big deal for most people but for me it means I'm "Me" again after growing new hair since my brain tumour was removed.

 :)
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Post by: Shush on June 12, 2016, 06:25:51 PM
Nice one.

what colour have you gone for ?
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on June 12, 2016, 06:32:17 PM
It's a deep red. "Cherry Red" is the name on the box.

Looks good, even if I do say so meself.

 :)
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Post by: Master Ray on June 12, 2016, 07:34:02 PM
Glad for you and your new hair, WW.  Gotta say, that fiercely red hair colouring... always a good look in my book!
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Post by: Pol on June 14, 2016, 02:45:10 PM
Tattoo appointment fully booked and deposit paid.
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on June 14, 2016, 04:54:50 PM
New hair for Wessexy and new tattoo for Pol - marvelous  :)

Sunrise over the Dead Sea watching the Ravens gliding, peering into Syria, getting out of a very dodgy Arab village  :o and more swimming in the Med  8)
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Post by: Pol on June 14, 2016, 05:24:34 PM
Get Anna the world traveller, nice one babe you and Keren deserve it
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Post by: Rusco on June 14, 2016, 09:00:33 PM
20 minutes ago I met a Tawny Owl in real life for the first time. Whoa, I'm excited. It's quite big, something like 40 cms tall. There's been a pair of them nesting at the border of a forest in 50 meters distance of our house. I know they've offspring there too.

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tawny_owl
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Post by: Master Ray on June 14, 2016, 09:17:07 PM
20 minutes ago I met a Tawny Owl in real life for the first time. Whoa, I'm excited. It's quite big, something like 40 cms tall. There's been a pair of them nesting at the border of a forest in 50 meters distance of our house. I know they've offspring there too.

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tawny_owl

The Owls are not what they seem...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCf-oiIbVnw

 :o
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Post by: Shush on June 14, 2016, 10:09:36 PM
20 minutes ago I met a Tawny Owl

What was his name ?
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Post by: Sheena on June 14, 2016, 10:26:08 PM
A brief encounter  :)
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on June 15, 2016, 08:53:05 AM
Ooh ................  ;D
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Post by: Pol on June 15, 2016, 02:42:07 PM
Remember where I used to work in Glasgow they had a eagle owl to keep the seagulls away and it was fckin huge and scary.

My signed Pol Espargaro baseball cap arrived today. He is a motogp rider no.44 monster tech3 Yamaha in case anyone is wondering. He is currently his seasons leading independent rider. Us Pol's stick together lol
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Post by: Rusco on June 15, 2016, 04:28:03 PM
What was his name ?

I think she was Angie or Mathilda?   :)
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Post by: MARKXE on June 15, 2016, 04:40:26 PM
Typical birds names.

(http://i.imgur.com/62UJycV.gif)
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Post by: Master Ray on June 15, 2016, 07:35:34 PM
Yay, the NMA thread has been really lively over the last couple of days!
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Post by: Rusco on June 15, 2016, 09:30:23 PM
Remember where I used to work in Glasgow they had a eagle owl to keep the seagulls away and it was fckin huge and scary.


Eagle owl, wow. I've heard they've been transported to uncommon new territories for "jobs". It's not so wise to do but they'll certainly do a dirty job as they prey on things smaller than little dogs.

I've maybe shown this earlier but here's a video about an Eagle owl that posed for a camera at the top of a main post house in Helsinki:

http://yle.fi/aihe/artikkeli/2009/03/05/cityhuuhkaja-kohtasi-kameran#media=37839

Think that their size can be up to 80cms and age of 60 years...
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Post by: Pol on June 16, 2016, 06:06:37 PM
Congrats to Northern Ireland , shows what team work can do n yes they even have a Kilmarnock player
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on June 18, 2016, 05:42:20 PM
Iced Peach & Mango tea  :)
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on June 18, 2016, 05:54:38 PM
oooh,that sounds nice.

*slurp*
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Post by: Coumarin on June 19, 2016, 12:47:15 PM
We won £7 on the Irish lottery. OK it has to be split 6 ways around the lab. But at least its a win!

Small victories and all that...
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on June 23, 2016, 03:56:12 PM
The school was closed to children today because it's used as a polling station so after a quick "training session" we were free to do whatever jobs we needed to do in class.
I used my time to do some half hearted paper work and talk to my work partner Mrs Ferazz. Turns out that in her younger life she was a famous TV news anchor lady back in her home country of Brazil !!

 :)
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on June 24, 2016, 01:29:08 PM
That in 6 weeks time I won't be Anna Woman O Kent but Anna Frau von Rhineland-Pfalz  ;D
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Post by: Pol on June 24, 2016, 03:33:15 PM
Can we stick to just Anna please lol
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Post by: MARKXE on June 24, 2016, 03:56:19 PM
That in 6 weeks time I won't be Anna Woman O Kent but Anna Frau von Rhineland-Pfalz  ;D

A beautiful part of Germany, good luck.
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Post by: Rusco on June 24, 2016, 05:13:59 PM
It's a holy day. Yesterday and today. Midsummer festivities and everyone enjoys it so much. Heeps of food, unbelievable amounts of delicacies and booze. It's this time that the whole Finland is heavily drunk and feasts a pagan festival!
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on June 24, 2016, 07:21:29 PM
(https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/13524384_629395870556523_7699387219388436866_n.jpg?oh=ee0118db1497d560196faa367d0fc71c&oe=57FD26FE)

She get's my vote for Prime Minister.

 ;D
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Post by: Pol on June 24, 2016, 08:28:11 PM
Welcome to Ayrshire Donald lol
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on June 25, 2016, 01:49:13 PM
All hail the camera man !

(https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/944602_558519610855003_1418641117_n.jpg?oh=c5c9a70573173161e7b5149fdaf52f01&oe=57F94B01)

 ;D
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Post by: MARKXE on June 25, 2016, 07:53:31 PM
(http://i.imgur.com/T18UhQm.gif)
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on June 26, 2016, 01:00:47 PM
Went to a wedding do of one of the women from my college course last nice. It was really nice because her family members were coming up to us (the college group) and thanking us for changing Georgie's life by making her a more confident person with a goal in life. They were kissing the tutor and shaking her hand and thanking her for opening Georgie as a person.
Lovely.
Plus the wedding had a 50's vintage theme so everyone looked amazing.

 :)
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Post by: Sheena on June 28, 2016, 11:22:01 PM
A 3 hour nap in the middle of the day.  God I love being off work zzzzzzzz
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Post by: Master Ray on July 06, 2016, 10:26:36 PM
The Pixies are releasing a new album in September!
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Post by: Shush on July 07, 2016, 09:06:01 PM
Just ordered my Manchester 11/11 tickets  8)
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Post by: Stephanie on July 08, 2016, 07:52:26 AM
 :D Last day at work today, then off for 2 weeks  :D
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on July 10, 2016, 01:45:53 PM
My physio therapy is amazing.

I do Pilates for 10 mins every morning and every evening.

I haven't taken any antispasmodics for a week.

I have a little spikey rubber ball that I roll my feet over when I sit to read/watch telly.

feeling good !!

 :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on July 10, 2016, 07:33:15 PM
My physio therapy is amazing.

I do Pilates for 10 mins every morning and every evening.

I haven't taken any antispasmodics for a week.

I have a little spikey rubber ball that I roll my feet over when I sit to read/watch telly.

feeling good !!

 :)

Great, WW, hope it all works out well.

There really should be a band called 'The Antispasmodics'...  ;)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on July 14, 2016, 12:26:48 PM
Watching my eldest son graduate from Derby Uni today with a degree in computer game design.  :) :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on July 14, 2016, 01:29:53 PM
Nice one shush I'm sure you and Angie are very proud parents
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on July 14, 2016, 07:05:21 PM
Big Congrats to 'Shush - The Next Generation'!  :D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on July 15, 2016, 03:57:48 AM
Thanks chaps  :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on July 16, 2016, 01:05:40 PM
Belated congrats Shush - good on yer lad and you must both be very proud  :-*
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Post by: Shush on July 16, 2016, 10:15:46 PM
cheers mi' duck
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on July 17, 2016, 06:44:28 PM
nice one brainy shush baby !

 :D

What made me happy on Friday night, was the end of year teachers meal at a pub in the arse end of nowhere. No body gets pissed or says anything to upset anyone else, all very "school" even though we're out.Not that good I hear you say, but....The Wurzels were playing in a tent round the back and we got free entry ! Most of the teachers buggered off because "it wasn't their thing" leaving 3 of us to have the best teachers night out ever !!!!

 :D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on July 17, 2016, 07:16:43 PM
Much cider and combine harvesters I bet
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on July 17, 2016, 07:29:06 PM
and a hog roast !
 :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on July 27, 2016, 02:42:27 PM
Plums !
My little tree is bending over under the weight this year.

(http://images.yuku.com/image/jpeg/58e365a521e14ec67a2d7b4880963452e1aee7e5.JPG)

 :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Bunny on July 30, 2016, 07:56:13 PM
Brought my first car at the tender age of 46. Take that environment!!! :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on August 01, 2016, 10:31:03 AM
This news about cancers today.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-36925974

Helen (from the article) you are flippin amazing. I look to you as a goddess.

keep supporting the research everyone and we really will beat cancer.

 :-*

5 weeks until my next check up.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on August 01, 2016, 07:16:44 PM
Good luck, WW.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on August 01, 2016, 08:30:57 PM
Everything is crossed for you Michelle
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on August 03, 2016, 02:46:03 PM
Thanks chaps.

 :-*
 If Helen in the story can beat 5 types of cancer, that gives me inspiration to beat my 1, piece of pish eh ?

 :)

Getting into this jam making. Have made 7 jars of good stuff. The first batch was crap because I burnt it and it set to hard. You learn from you mistakes and watch the thermometer like a hawk so it doesn't happen again.

Picked another huge bowl full of plums  today. Still hundreds on there.
Freezed a big bag load.
Plum crumble for tea last night.
Gonna turn purple at this rate !

 :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on August 03, 2016, 07:29:50 PM
At this rate, you'll be like Violet Beauregarde and be taken down to The Juicing Room!   ;)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on August 04, 2016, 09:01:26 AM
Battler of cancer, flipper of pancakes, and now maker of plumb crumble !!

WW you are becoming a hero of mine  :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on August 05, 2016, 10:18:41 AM
Battler of cancer, flipper of pancakes, and now maker of plumb crumble !!

WW you are becoming a hero of mine  :)

Oh do stop it !
You make me blush !
 :-[
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on August 13, 2016, 05:09:12 PM
Kris Boyd scoring his 100th goal for Kilmarnock in a 2-1 in over Hamilton
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Heno on August 15, 2016, 09:38:35 PM
remembering my cryptic NMA forum password
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Coumarin on August 16, 2016, 10:04:34 AM
Suddenly realising I'm off on my hols again in just over two weeks. Yes......Bring it on.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on August 18, 2016, 08:01:52 PM
Kitchen is finished, oven and fridge freezer delivered today, just got the washing machine to plumb in- dark wood is exorcised from 1 room at least, blimey the Germans do love a bit of wood  :D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on August 18, 2016, 08:10:13 PM
Was gonna say something about wood but I won't . Glad your new home is coming together for you and Keren , oh and Cromwell of course
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on August 19, 2016, 08:07:52 PM
Was gonna say something about wood but I won't .

Ha! admirable restraint  :D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on August 24, 2016, 05:24:39 PM
Kitchen is finished, oven and fridge freezer delivered today, just got the washing machine to plumb in- dark wood is exorcised from 1 room at least, blimey the Germans do love a bit of wood  :D


Ooer Missus !!

 ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on August 24, 2016, 07:54:30 PM
yeah well been cutting that down to size  ;D ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Sheena on August 25, 2016, 06:09:09 PM
yeah well been cutting that down to size  ;D ;D

Me too  :D

My new squeeze is making me happy  :-*
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on August 25, 2016, 07:35:49 PM
My new squeeze is making me happy  :-*

Excellent news  :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on August 26, 2016, 05:22:13 PM
yeah well been cutting that down to size  ;D ;D

Me too  :D

My new squeeze is making me happy  :-*

oooer to you too !!
 ;)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on August 28, 2016, 06:54:01 PM
Booking the Strathdon again, Nowt left there on booking.com so had to use late-rooms . Quite a bit more expensive than before ie £90 this time. Could maybe have looked elsewhere but I'm comfortable with there ie getting from the train station n back n to the gig . Would advice anyone thinking of staying there to book just now. Remember its a book now and pay on the day deal, so even if your skint it makes sense
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on August 29, 2016, 07:56:23 PM
Free Chinese food yum
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on August 30, 2016, 05:32:40 PM
Oh maybe a follow on from yesterday. A woman handing me a leaflet for slimming classes lol , I just pointed at my stomach n said wot you trying to say n laughed
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on September 01, 2016, 07:52:15 PM
How friendly and helpful everyone here is - probably spoken to more people in 5 weeks than I did in 9 years in Kent
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on September 01, 2016, 11:03:57 PM
Glad your settling in Anna , good to have a more friendly relaxed style of life. Kinda thought it strange here at first when people would say hello that you didn't know but so realised that they were just being friendly.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on September 03, 2016, 02:54:30 PM
How friendly and helpful everyone here is - probably spoken to more people in 5 weeks than I did in 9 years in Kent

Lovely.

 :-*
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on September 07, 2016, 09:14:43 PM
Ticket bought for the wonderfulness that is a Nottingham NMA Christmas gig.  I guess I'll be meeting up with some great pals, eh?   :D



Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on September 07, 2016, 09:17:07 PM
Cheers Wessexy  :)

Started my language course today at night school, jeez I forgot what it was like to focus the brain and work it hard. It's really cool though, folk from Spain, Romania, Poland, Hungary, China, Mexico, Lithuania, Australia and of course me from England: gotta love this inter-connected world we live in  :) Sure made a nice change from all the DIY and decorating (but don't get me started on German bleedin' doors) which is all coming on a treat. Oh and read this and weep smoker people: 300g of cigarette tobacco, filter tubes all for 30 euros - thats about 500 fags  ;D ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on September 08, 2016, 09:48:19 PM
Cheers witch - only another 12 weeks to go for the first course  :o
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on September 09, 2016, 07:14:17 PM
Just a lovely day out where nothing spectacular happened but it was great all the same... I'm trying to spend more time with my Mum seeing as I'm at that age where many friends of a similar age to myself are losing their loved ones.  So it was just a sweet day in Hoylake and West Kirby with Mum, her husband (they've been going through some serious problems, but all was calm today) and my lovely little niece (plus said niece's Mum and Grandad)...

As I said, nothing truly amazing occurred... it was just a nice, nice day.  I wish I had more days like that.  It only takes the occasional one to make you look at this world in a better light.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on September 09, 2016, 09:52:03 PM
.. it was just a nice, nice day.

Ain't they just the best ones  :) :-*
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on September 10, 2016, 08:02:17 PM
Tax rebate!  Totally out of the blue!  Plenty of £££s! So I can deffo afford an NMA date or two!

To which I can only add...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eVM1nUmDHHc

 :D

Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on September 10, 2016, 08:08:58 PM
Tax rebate!  Totally out of the blue!  Plenty of £££s! So I can deffo afford an NMA date or two!

To which I can only add...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eVM1nUmDHHc

 :D

Nice.
 :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on September 13, 2016, 06:06:37 PM
Went to the SMASH AGM last night and met the new patron.....Eddie The Eagle Edwards !

Nice bloke and brilliant example of a person who pushed himself to change his life and believe in himself.

 :)
Bear Grylls never turned up to anything when he was  Patron.
 :(
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on September 13, 2016, 07:11:02 PM
Went to the SMASH AGM last night and met the new patron.....Eddie The Eagle Edwards !

Nice bloke and brilliant example of a person who pushed himself to change his life and believe in himself.

 :)
Bear Grylls never turned up to anything when he was  Patron.
 :(

People regard Mr Edwards as a somewhat comedic character, but c'mon, who here would have the balls to do one of those huge ski-jumps?  Doesn't matter if he didn't win a gold or anything, the thought alone of simply doing it makes me go all 'squeaky bum time'  :-[

A fine and admirable gentleman, IMO.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Simon73 on September 18, 2016, 08:18:23 PM
at the moment and since some time (unfortunately) only one thing: my daughter.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: lotus on September 19, 2016, 04:07:23 PM
The Crow (Joolz) - perhaps her new cd will be sold at the NMA tour venues
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on September 22, 2016, 06:28:43 PM
Confirmed my appointment for the next tattoo, wens 26th Oct at 10.15am . Still to find out the total cost and pay the deposit. Link below to what I'm getting, concentrating on the face.

http://www.mushroom-magazine.com/site/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/U_48_773247508563_HR_Giger_Li_II.jpg
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Sheena on September 23, 2016, 07:33:57 AM
Confirmed my appointment for the next tattoo, wens 26th Oct at 10.15am . Still to find out the total cost and pay the deposit. Link below to what I'm getting, concentrating on the face.

http://www.mushroom-magazine.com/site/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/U_48_773247508563_HR_Giger_Li_II.jpg
Awesome!  Love Giger's work
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on September 23, 2016, 04:23:18 PM
Just home from paying the deposit, hopefully gonna get a half sleeve of giger , want a future kill next lol
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on September 23, 2016, 08:02:25 PM
Meeting up with an old pal who I should see more often... and playing a round of golf whilst stoned.  Always a laugh.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on September 23, 2016, 09:58:46 PM
whilst stoned.

Outrageous - never touch the stuff myself  ::) :o ;) ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on September 23, 2016, 10:20:39 PM
whilst stoned.

Outrageous - never touch the stuff myself  ::) :o ;) ;D

Ha!  Actually, I very rarely indulge.  But when you're playing golf and you miss the ball on the tee for the fourth, fifth, sixth time and it just keeps getting funnier... priceless!   ;D

I don't think the people behind us were too impressed, though.   ;)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on September 24, 2016, 08:56:26 PM
whilst stoned.

Outrageous - never touch the stuff myself  ::) :o ;) ;D

Ha!  Actually, I very rarely indulge.  But when you're playing golf and you miss the ball on the tee for the fourth, fifth, sixth time and it just keeps getting funnier... priceless!   ;D

I don't think the people behind us were too impressed, though.   ;)

To which I can only add ...............

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qnoxKXkPqEE

 :D ;D ;) :-*
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: witch on October 01, 2016, 12:28:09 AM
We saw NMA  live in Maastrich so that makes us moore than  happy  :)
A big  heartfull thxs too NMA for such a great and powerfull energy  ;) and brillant and awesome  gig last night  :D
I wish you a the best for the rest of your tour  ;)Good luck  ;)Good journey  ;)All the best witch
Good night @ all
Bye
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on October 01, 2016, 05:06:34 PM
Started my 3rd year studying to be a counseller this week.

 :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on October 01, 2016, 07:11:21 PM
Good luck, WW!
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on October 02, 2016, 11:51:44 AM
Cheers mate.

 :-*
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: marius on October 02, 2016, 02:38:31 PM
taking my 13 year old daughter to her first NMA gig together with 2 daughters of 2 longterm NMA friends of mine last night in Alkmaar and seeing the 3 girls really having a great night. Driving back home after the gig and singing "Die trying" with the 3 of us. An unforgettable night.

"and they are growing up so fast, heaven knows, they are growing up so fast"
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on October 04, 2016, 03:14:47 PM
taking my 13 year old daughter to her first NMA gig together with 2 daughters of 2 longterm NMA friends of mine last night in Alkmaar and seeing the 3 girls really having a great night. Driving back home after the gig and singing "Die trying" with the 3 of us. An unforgettable night.

"and they are growing up so fast, heaven knows, they are growing up so fast"

Ace.
 :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Sheena on October 07, 2016, 07:33:10 PM
I've had a shite week, but I'm a bit pissed now.  Happy-ish  :D ;D :-*
(Sorry about any inappropriate posts I make tonight)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: skyman9 on October 07, 2016, 08:23:46 PM
moved to germany 14 years ago so getting back to uk and eating chips with curry sauce. sounds a bit like smalltown england lyric.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on October 07, 2016, 09:25:35 PM
You can't get the utter magnificence of chips and curry in Germany?

Well, that's another war just waiting to start, right there...

 ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Sheena on October 08, 2016, 10:51:46 AM
Well I had a lovely evening drinking at my mates house last night and talking utter shite on here.   ;)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on October 09, 2016, 07:26:39 PM
just read this in the comments bit on youtube from the Angry Planet video:

"that bit when the mushroom cloud appears...the lovelly bit of calm tranquill music that builds up before letting rip.if you listen carefully theres so much going on....pure ******* class"

 8)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on October 13, 2016, 09:17:24 PM
A meet with friends... it was supposed to be 'just hanging out with my mate at his house and watching a film or something'... turned out to be 4 and a half hours in the pub with another great mate, talking utter bollocks and laughing like loons... I really needed that after the last couple of days.  And why do afternoon drinks taste so much better than night-time drinks?  ;)

It was worth the 50 minute bus ride home with a bladder that was saying 'why didn't you take that last piss before you left the pub, knobhead?'   ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Sheena on October 15, 2016, 10:41:55 AM
Ahhh, afternoon drinking.  My favourite...
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: witch on October 16, 2016, 09:15:52 PM
Only two days to wait to see NMA live in Wiesbaden  :) :) :) :)
count the hours  ;)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on October 17, 2016, 06:31:30 PM
Only two days to wait to see NMA live in Wiesbaden  :) :) :) :)
count the hours  ;)

I make it 24  :D ;D 8)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on October 17, 2016, 07:33:45 PM
Photo of Splinter just made it to his new home  :)

Note to self - you have accumulated rather a lot of NMA/Joolz stuff over the years  ::)  ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on October 17, 2016, 08:41:20 PM
Lol I'm sure he is proud of his new German home
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on October 18, 2016, 06:25:54 PM
Photo of Splinter just made it to his new home  :)

Note to self - you have accumulated rather a lot of NMA/Joolz stuff over the years  ::)  ;D

really ?
what a suprise !

 :D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: witch on October 18, 2016, 10:54:35 PM
My husband and I saw NMA live today in Wiesbaden so that made us moore than happy a big heartfull thxs for the band it was a really awesome and brilliant gig as ever a really pleasure so thxs for this  ;)

wish the band and all are involved a good time at the rest for the tour  :)
and for the forum members I wish a very nice eve and a good night take care
all the best
witch
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Stephanie on October 20, 2016, 09:35:02 AM
My husband and I saw NMA live today in Wiesbaden so that made us moore than happy a big heartfull thxs for the band it was a really awesome and brilliant gig as ever a really pleasure so thxs for this  ;)

 :) :) :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: skyman9 on October 24, 2016, 08:33:45 PM
Driving yesterday with a 4 and an 11 year old in the back telling me to keep playing Echo November.  They were freaking out.  The brainwashing is finally working.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on October 26, 2016, 01:56:44 PM
I'm going to see a band called the New Model Army in concert down in Exeter later this year.

 :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on October 26, 2016, 02:10:31 PM
I've been for check ups for both my brain tumor and my kidney cancer.
There is no sign of any changes since my last scans so it looks very possitive on both counts.
No signs of anymore tumors growing in my brain, left over bit of kidney or anywhere else.
I still have liver damage but again,nothing has changed since last time.

 :)

Will be scaned every year from now on,not every six months so that will save on pertol and hotel bills.
 :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on October 26, 2016, 03:48:09 PM
Brilliant news. Well done Wezzy

 :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on October 26, 2016, 03:56:19 PM
Excellent news Wessexy .
Just back from another tattoo, looks fcking awesome, though I'm biased. Its right beside my last one, was really awkward to get done due to where it is. Will soon have my giger half sleeve, next appointment on wens 30th Nov , getting alien to cover up another tattoo. No pictures as its awkward as fck to take them
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on October 26, 2016, 07:03:48 PM
I've been for check ups for both my brain tumor and my kidney cancer.
There is no sign of any changes since my last scans so it looks very possitive on both counts.
No signs of anymore tumors growing in my brain, left over bit of kidney or anywhere else.
I still have liver damage but again,nothing has changed since last time.

 :)

Will be scaned every year from now on,not every six months so that will save on pertol and hotel bills.
 :)

Fantastic news, WW
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: jc on October 26, 2016, 09:34:53 PM
Great news Michelle x

Cheers

jc
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on October 27, 2016, 02:14:18 PM
thanks everyone

 :-*
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on October 27, 2016, 06:38:17 PM
The smell of christmas cake in the oven.
Saving the eggshells for the witches so they can use them to fly away on Monday.
My two black cats sat on the table watching my every move.


(http://www.4smileys.com/smileys/halloween-smileys/halloweensmiley_3.gif)

(http://www.4smileys.com/smileys/halloween-smileys/witch30.gif)

(http://www.4smileys.com/smileys/halloween-smileys/halloweensmiley_72.gif) (http://www.4smileys.com/smileys/halloween-smileys/halloweensmiley_72.gif)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on October 27, 2016, 06:58:14 PM
I've been for check ups for both my brain tumor and my kidney cancer.
There is no sign of any changes since my last scans so it looks very possitive on both counts.
No signs of anymore tumors growing in my brain, left over bit of kidney or anywhere else.
I still have liver damage but again,nothing has changed since last time.

 :)

Will be scaned every year from now on,not every six months so that will save on pertol and hotel bills.
 :)

Brilliant good news  ;D  :-*

Impressive planning with the christmas cake too ....... yum  :D

Excellent news Wessexy .
Just back from another tattoo, looks fcking awesome, though I'm biased. Its right beside my last one, was really awkward to get done due to where it is. Will soon have my giger half sleeve, next appointment on wens 30th Nov , getting alien to cover up another tattoo. No pictures as its awkward as fck to take them

Good stuff, bet it looks awesome - remember no scratching those scabs  :P
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on October 27, 2016, 07:09:43 PM
Will try and get someone to take a pic, personally I think it looks fcking awesome, only showed a couple of people n there reaction was wow fcking hell in a very positive way. Not started scabbin yet, will be another week or so before the itching starts. Arm still tender especially down the bone
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: witch on October 27, 2016, 09:11:25 PM
thanks everyone

 :-*
Good Evening Wessexy Witch ,
brillant news wish you lots of luck take care keep my fingers cross for you  ;)
All the best cheers witch  :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on October 30, 2016, 07:37:05 PM
Pumpkin carved.

(http://images.yuku.com/image/jpeg/bd9364872594444277d974928a6635110eac9096.JPG)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on October 30, 2016, 07:59:00 PM
Now thats what I call a Pumpkin - impressed  :o
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on October 31, 2016, 10:37:18 PM
Blimey Wezzy, you are a dab-hand with a sharp knife. Nice one  :D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: MARKXE on November 01, 2016, 07:02:01 AM
If Carlsberg did pumpkins.
Thats cool  (http://i.imgur.com/h2Yozdg.gif)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on November 01, 2016, 06:51:09 PM
If Carlsberg did pumpkins.
Thats cool  (http://i.imgur.com/h2Yozdg.gif)

 ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on November 01, 2016, 08:49:00 PM
Turning the tables a bit on members of the lds church by asking them difficult questions instead, was a bit surprised they found it hard to answer. Had to quote a few trusted nma lyrics at times. Think they were surprized I took 5 to speak to them
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on November 03, 2016, 08:16:55 PM
Think they were surprized I took 5 to speak to them

Possibly more surprised that you could counter propaganda . . . . .  ;)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on November 03, 2016, 11:45:30 PM
In this case my little knowledge was dangerous to to them, fck I even knew who joseph Smith was, though I said I was heading to costa whilst chucking a few heavy vape clouds lol
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on November 18, 2016, 04:08:41 PM
Just about to set off to Exeter.

see you there mother *uckers !

 ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on November 25, 2016, 03:53:54 PM
1 year post cancer and all is good.

 :)

I wonna thank you ugly lot for helping me through my awful year last year.

 :-*
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on November 25, 2016, 06:53:09 PM
1 year post cancer and all is good.

 :)

I wonna thank you ugly lot for helping me through my awful year last year.

 :-*

Oy!  Who you calling ugly?   ;)

One year free of that dreadful disease, here's to a great many more.
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on November 26, 2016, 05:56:12 PM
 fanks  mate.

 :-*
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on November 30, 2016, 07:23:05 PM
Big health check, bloods and all, I'm now down to four pills a day!  Things are looking up, health-wise!
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on December 01, 2016, 08:57:37 PM
Spent a chunk of the evening mostly stripped off with a slightly camp younger man digging his fingers all over me, rubbing, massaging, I can't deny it felt good at times...

...

Oh, what?  I saw an osteopath today and what made me happy was that he might have finally diagnosed what is up with my back problem I've been having for the last couple of years (dodgy parts of my spine, apparently, but very fixable).

What did you think I meant?  Oh, you lot and your dirty minds, I despair...

 ;)   ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Stephanie on December 16, 2016, 07:18:50 AM
What definitely contributes to my overall feeling of happiness is the fact that I am going to see a certain band in Cologne tomorrow - won't mention who, you probably haven't heard of them anyway... :D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on December 16, 2016, 07:27:29 PM
getting my interwap back after 10 days.
 >:(
Talktalk are a really crap service provider because i've had 2 new routers in the last year due to then being hacked.

Who provides you and what do you get for your cashola ?

I need to change.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on December 16, 2016, 08:03:16 PM
I'm with talk talk n always found them ok , had one or two minor issues along the way but they have always been resolved quickly. Yes they are a few quid cheaper than bt or sky ( my only other options in my area. Liked the fact they were happy enough to put the phone line in with no charge (bt wanted over £200) Have recently renewed with them.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on December 22, 2016, 01:52:54 PM
My NMA mugs arrived today. A ak-47 for me and a poison street for a friend. A massive thanks to Viv for all his help. Would like to wish everyone involved with nma a great holiday - the band, road crew, management, shop and of all the family.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on December 22, 2016, 02:22:35 PM
Prezzies wrapped and under the tree.
All shopping done.
Just a bit of study/homeowrk to do tomorrow.
Off to see the aminals at the wildlife park on Friday.
Gingerbread made.
Mince pies made.
Cake all finished.
happy days

(http://www.4smileys.com/smileys/christmas-smileys/smiley_boy_happy.gif)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Stephanie on December 23, 2016, 11:12:05 AM
Just bought (almost literally) tons of veggies so the bunnys and guinea pigs won't have reason to complain over the holidays - dog food is already in the house - so the most important things have been sorted out. One more hour at work left...

Happy Holidays everyone, I hope you'll all have a wonderful time.  :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on December 23, 2016, 07:32:11 PM
Aw, my last day at work before the Christmas break and someone I work with but I don't know particularly well on a personal level bought me a Christmas present for being so 'lovely' and so 'nice' when they were going through some personal difficulties...

Heck, I wasn't expecting that, I just thought I was doing anything that any halfway decent human being would do!  Lovely gesture, though.

BTW, it was alcohol.  Blimey, how did they know?   ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on December 23, 2016, 10:00:46 PM
Hopefully its a bottle of the good stuff, whatever that may be.
My h.r. Giger postcard / Xmas card made it to Germany. It least the postman / sorting office staff got to look at some excellent art for a change.

Oh got some tattoo flash art (the stuff you see on a tattooist wall) 11 A3 laminated sheets n have put it on my wall . Makes for some excellent alternative art work. Always good to have something different
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on December 26, 2016, 09:58:33 AM
Another Xmas Survived, always seems like so much fuss n effort to me but if that's your thing who is this introverted weirdo  (lol) to judge.
Had a really good time personally, hope all the family are thinking the same today.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Sheena on January 26, 2017, 09:18:09 PM
Pretty shoes.  Shallow, I know, but sometimes shallow is just what's needed 👠👠👠
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on January 28, 2017, 05:22:00 PM
If all it takes is some new shoes to make you happy,you blimmin enjoy them Sheena.

 :-*
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Rusco on January 30, 2017, 07:34:57 PM
Just purchased 2 tix for 22. March, Stockholm.  8)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on January 30, 2017, 09:11:32 PM
Getting rid of every social-media trace of someone who you used to think the world of, a 'true friend'  >:( yet you came to realise they were a total user who dropped you as soon as she found someone 'better'...

Blanked, blocked, no way of getting in touch with me now... feels so good to finally say **** off.   :D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on January 30, 2017, 09:28:10 PM
Richard Spencer getting just a small taste of what he is overdue. #vengeance
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=ql7BaOrTvYA
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on February 04, 2017, 09:02:52 PM
Found this pic of my arm lol, so why not
https://scontent.fman2-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/fr/cp0/e15/q65/13782054_1121852131186446_905637844781369544_n.jpg?oh=7609032988d84b0fa5a5abb2432267b1&oe=5948FF76
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Post by: Shush on February 04, 2017, 10:14:15 PM
Very nice. Top quality  :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on February 07, 2017, 07:25:51 PM
After an awful month or so, took Cromwell back to England for re-homing. Having steeled myself for leaving him in the caring hands of The Dogs Trust at the last minute family friends stepped in and have taken on the job of "foster-parents"giving much needed time to work out a way forward. Those who have dogs will I'm sure understand how much that means, those who don't will just think wtf ? Don't matter to me and Keren - Carol and Ron make us very fracking happy  :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on February 07, 2017, 08:38:30 PM
After an awful month or so, took Cromwell back to England for re-homing. Having steeled myself for leaving him in the caring hands of The Dogs Trust at the last minute family friends stepped in and have taken on the job of "foster-parents"giving much needed time to work out a way forward. Those who have dogs will I'm sure understand how much that means, those who don't will just think wtf ? Don't matter to me and Keren - Carol and Ron make us very fracking happy  :)

Aw, I know how much you love that dog.  Hope he's OK.  And, you know, you as well.   ;)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Stephanie on February 14, 2017, 11:35:37 AM
After an awful month or so, took Cromwell back to England for re-homing. Having steeled myself for leaving him in the caring hands of The Dogs Trust at the last minute family friends stepped in and have taken on the job of "foster-parents"giving much needed time to work out a way forward. Those who have dogs will I'm sure understand how much that means, those who don't will just think wtf ? Don't matter to me and Keren - Carol and Ron make us very fracking happy  :)
So very happy to read this :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on February 14, 2017, 02:43:15 PM
Excellent news , having met Cromwell I know he is a lovely dog and will make a great pet for his new owners. Good to know he is in safe hands and agreed that pets soon became part of the family and are nearly important as kids
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on February 14, 2017, 08:36:47 PM
Shaving my head - always good. Done it myself - normal clippers, small precision clippers n then electric razor. Enjoying my head tattoo as well - maybe I've been watching Vikings too much lol
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Bunny on February 16, 2017, 12:10:39 AM
When someone you've known since you were 16 is given weeks to live. Kinda brings everyday nonsense into context.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on February 16, 2017, 10:05:26 AM
Sorry to hear that drummy
Me - well another small addition to my sleeve. One war baby. The other two will follow. What next - a small face hugger , as it will fill an awkward space nicely with it long tail n spider like body . Pic of new tattoo will follow once Rory updates his instagram
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: ldopas on February 16, 2017, 02:31:56 PM
It's a year to the day I left hospital after I died on the 10 Jan 2016 last year. I'd say I'm pretty bloody happy about that. And I feel pretty good, lost weight, exercise more, eat better, drink less, work the same rate though but you cannot have everything. Hopefully a warning has been heeded!  :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on February 16, 2017, 06:49:00 PM
Cheers MR, Stephanie & Pol  :-*

Proper happy stuff that ldopas  :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on February 16, 2017, 08:10:12 PM
It's a year to the day I left hospital after I died on the 10 Jan 2016 last year. I'd say I'm pretty bloody happy about that. And I feel pretty good, lost weight, exercise more, eat better, drink less, work the same rate though but you cannot have everything. Hopefully a warning has been heeded!  :)

Glad to hear it, Idopas.  Funny you should post today, I was at the doctors this morning worried about certain heart-related symptoms (as you know, you can't be too careful if there's anything unusual going on chest-wise), turns out it's almost certain to be related to my recent change in meds although they're doing a 24-ECG monitor thing just to be sure.

You joining us for any of the forthcoming UK dates?
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on February 16, 2017, 11:41:13 PM
Glad to hear you are making a steady recovery ldopas  ;)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: witch on February 17, 2017, 09:09:41 PM
Only one month with my tattoo appoitmtent with Joolz getting really nervos I think
@ all I wish a very good night all the best take good care Im off here  ....Happy Weekend goodf night
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on February 17, 2017, 09:16:29 PM
You need to tell us, what your getting
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: witch on February 18, 2017, 11:19:06 PM
You need to tell us, what your getting
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: witch on February 18, 2017, 11:24:35 PM
Good Evening Pol ,
The tiagd moonflower on my right  leg .....
@ all I wish a very nice eve and a lovely sunday
Take good care
cheers witch  ;)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on February 19, 2017, 07:18:21 AM
Very nice indeed, maybe one day I shall invest in one of those once my right arm is finished
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on February 23, 2017, 03:55:40 PM
My first ever breakfast bridie from brownings bakers. Link to shameless promotion of our local world championship award winning bakery

https://www.browningsbakers.com/

Ps the bridie was fcking awesome, even if did give me heartburn afterwards
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on February 23, 2017, 07:10:35 PM
My first ever breakfast bridie from brownings bakers. Link to shameless promotion of our local world championship award winning bakery

https://www.browningsbakers.com/

Ps the bridie was fcking awesome, even if did give me heartburn afterwards

Just googled what a 'bridie' was, never having heard of them.  What's the difference between that and a 'breakfast bridie'?

If it's anything as good as a lorne sausage, I need another trip to Scotland. :D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on February 23, 2017, 08:45:51 PM
Oh right I guess you found out its basically a pastie . Your standard bridie has a mince ( generally beef) n normally onion filling. I actually went into the bakers for a steak bridie ( think steak pie with a different shape pastry) . The breakfast bridie has a steak n black pudding filling n is probably at least twice the size of your average pastie
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on February 23, 2017, 09:18:44 PM
Oh right I guess you found out its basically a pastie . Your standard bridie has a mince ( generally beef) n normally onion filling. I actually went into the bakers for a steak bridie ( think steak pie with a different shape pastry) . The breakfast bridie has a steak n black pudding filling n is probably at least twice the size of your average pastie

Throw a runny egg into that mix and I'll be hammering on your front door sometime in the next few days.   ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on February 24, 2017, 09:40:43 PM
Scotch pie. Used to eat those a lot. Thin pasty cup with a lid with a small hole and peppered meat inside. Never see them in the shops anymore.

Could really go for one right now !!!!!
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on February 25, 2017, 12:14:46 AM
What we would starve without pies lol. The Scottish must have one of the most unhealthy diets going where else would even think of deep frying a mars bar.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on February 25, 2017, 09:24:28 PM
Dare I mention sport. Very happy to see wins for Scotland in the rugby (sorry any welsh members but it been 10 years in the making) Also a vital win for Kilmarnock in the spl , the bottom half of the table is incredibly close with only a few points between 7th and 12th
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on February 27, 2017, 07:03:13 PM
Mainz, 21st June 2017  8)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Ron B on February 27, 2017, 09:16:27 PM


 Just got my confirmation for my Trip to Manila Philippines in May. Part business part vacation but my 1st time to a new place I have never been to but heard a lot of good stories about. I love to discover another land and another culture plus sample some exotic Filipino cuisine. 8)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on February 27, 2017, 10:15:12 PM
Started to get the roll man who delivers to the shop into nma . Gave him the d&w film to watch and   t&c so far and he has liked both. Spreading the gospel
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on February 28, 2017, 07:09:16 PM
It's good to spread the word!  On another Forum, I'm turning quite a few fans of, believe it or not, Marillion into devoted NMA fans!

Just goes to show that there are so many people out there who would love this band if the bloody music media gave them a bit of a shout-out!
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: witch on March 09, 2017, 08:57:29 PM
A few things at the moment we will see NMA live at the 18 th of march on the 20 of march I will fly over to Bradford visit my aunt there and will have a appoittment with Joolz and on the 30 of march NMA will play live on my bday in Rotterdam so looking really for these days ahead  ;)
 
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on March 09, 2017, 09:32:00 PM
Looking forward to my next appointment with Rory at Terry's Glasgow ( wens 15th march ) . Getting a face hugger to continue the giger theme on my sleeve n it fill a awkward space. Will pick up a ticket for the garage when I'm in Glasgow that day. Not long till the 4th April, really looking forward to it.
On other stuff the motogp season starts again on Sunday 26th march , awesome stuff, hopefully it will be as good as last year
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: witch on March 10, 2017, 10:37:03 PM
Looking forward to my next appointment with Rory at Terry's Glasgow ( wens 15th march ) . Getting a face hugger to continue the giger theme on my sleeve n it fill a awkward space. Will pick up a ticket for the garage when I'm in Glasgow that day. Not long till the 4th April, really looking forward to it.
On other stuff the motogp season starts again on Sunday 26th march , awesome stuff, hopefully it will be as good as last year

Sounds very good Pol wish you all the best
take good care  :)
Im feeling really happy the racetrack Nordschleife ( northloop ?`) Nürburgring hope my english sounds not too bad  :-\ will be open today cant wait
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on March 10, 2017, 11:18:01 PM
Thanks witch and all the best for your travels and ink work.
I take it the "north-loop" is only a part of the nurburgring , played the track on the play station a few times, and I know its open to the public
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Stephanie on March 13, 2017, 10:30:43 AM
A few things at the moment we will see NMA live at the 18 th of march on the 20 of march I will fly over to Bradford visit my aunt there and will have a appoittment with Joolz and on the 30 of march NMA will play live on my bday in Rotterdam so looking really for these days ahead  ;)
Woohoo, that sounds really cool, all of it!!!  :)

So...I got the Dortmund gig to look forward to as well...not much longer now!!!

And the week after, on March 26, we are picking up dog no. 3...an eleven-year old lady who has spent her entire life at a horrible shelter in Italy. She ahst several infections (ears, mouth) but makes a very friendly impression overall. She has already been saved from the shelter she was at and is now being treated - and we can't wait to pick her up. :)

I do hope the other two will like her - but we have never had big issues with them when it comes to other dogs. :)



Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on March 13, 2017, 03:40:26 PM
Good and bad points . Finally got the keys to my new flat. The bad having to move all my stuff n I have a lot plus I'm one floor up n the new flat is two up Got a few weeks tho to move n it's only next door.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: witch on March 13, 2017, 10:21:12 PM
A few things at the moment we will see NMA live at the 18 th of march on the 20 of march I will fly over to Bradford visit my aunt there and will have a appoittment with Joolz and on the 30 of march NMA will play live on my bday in Rotterdam so looking really for these days ahead  ;)
Woohoo, that sounds really cool, all of it!!!  :)

So...I got the Dortmund gig to look forward to as well...not much longer now!!!

And the week after, on March 26, we are picking up dog no. 3...an eleven-year old lady who has spent her entire life at a horrible shelter in Italy. She ahst several infections (ears, mouth) but makes a very friendly impression overall. She has already been saved from the shelter she was at and is now being treated - and we can't wait to pick her up. :)

I do hope the other two will like her - but we have never had big issues with them when it comes to other dogs. :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: witch on March 13, 2017, 10:22:39 PM
Thanks witch and all the best for your travels and ink work.
I take it the "north-loop" is only a part of the nurburgring , played the track on the play station a few times, and I know its open to the public

You a right Pol  :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Stephanie on March 14, 2017, 01:13:41 PM
Good and bad points . Finally got the keys to my new flat. The bad having to move all my stuff n I have a lot plus I'm one floor up n the new flat is two up Got a few weeks tho to move n it's only next door.
Oh the joys of moving... ;D I am really not good at throwing things away - but when I moved a couple of years ago - my did I throw stuff out!  :D I just didn't want to have to pack it all up, carry it and then unpack it all again. Didn't last, though.

Good luck wth the move and hope you'll be happy in your new home.  :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on March 15, 2017, 03:09:06 PM
Nma ticket for the garage, karma kickback - no tattoo till tomorrow ( don't ask)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on March 16, 2017, 11:09:49 PM
Made it through a tattoo session, the face hugger fits really well and looks good, bottom half of my sleeve all but done, also got another  'baby' done - still one more to go n some tie in work. Another 4 hours spent under the needle (22 so far on the giger stuff) . Pain wasn't too bad today maybe a 2/5 . Next session 19th April . Thanks again to Rory n everyone at terry's Glasgow
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Bunny on March 17, 2017, 07:57:14 PM
Made it through a tattoo session, the face hugger fits really well and looks good, bottom half of my sleeve all but done, also got another  'baby' done - still one more to go n some tie in work. Another 4 hours spent under the needle (22 so far on the giger stuff) . Pain wasn't too bad today maybe a 2/5 . Next session 19th April . Thanks again to Rory n everyone at terry's Glasgow
Am I missing something? Facehugger as in Aliens or something else?
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on March 17, 2017, 09:56:50 PM
Yes face hugger from alien, all my recent tattoos have been hr giger ones
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Bunny on March 17, 2017, 11:36:35 PM
Cool mate. Where have you had it and how is it posed? On a face or as if jumping? Intrigued. Its something I would never dream of having through my own taste but can appreciate it  :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on March 18, 2017, 12:47:45 PM
https://img.neoseeker.com/mgv/467547/547/30/facehugger_display.jpg
It's sitting belly up similar to the pic . I got it to fill a awkward gap , its on my forearm, its tail goes between two other tattoos n the body sits on my inner elbow.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Bunny on March 18, 2017, 06:40:48 PM
Nice one. Grey shaded? :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on March 18, 2017, 07:13:55 PM
Yes it matches my other tattoos
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Bunny on March 18, 2017, 07:48:06 PM
I love grey shaded tattoos. Gives it more dimension. Nice one mate.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on March 18, 2017, 09:51:17 PM
Definitely agree, most of giger's work was in black and grey. Black and grey work really well with todays modern equipment and inks . Mind you still plenty of people into traditional stuff. Definitely a lot more girls getting tattoos these days as well, everytime I've been in there has been as girls as guys in getting work done. The social boundaries have definitely been broken
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: skyman9 on March 20, 2017, 07:55:15 PM
Back in 88 during my first week at Poly I saw a guy in my class wearing an NMA t-shirt (logo).  It looked well worn. When i asked him about it he did not know anything about NMA, just liked the print. I thought weirdo alert. Anyway I soon changed that and we became mates. Since moving to Germany we dont get the chance to meet up so often. He is flying in from Belfast On Thursday and then we will make our way up to see NMA in Kiel on Sunday.  Cannot wait.  Nice little road trip.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: witch on March 20, 2017, 09:27:18 PM
Good evening @ all I had a good flight to Bradford  this evening now Im sitting in a really nice hotel  :) and count the hours for my appoitment with Joolz  :)
@ all I wish a very nice evening and a good start in a new week 
Cheers witch
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Stephanie on March 21, 2017, 01:26:45 PM
Good evening @ all I had a good flight to Bradford  this evening now Im sitting in a really nice hotel  :) and count the hours for my appoitment with Joolz  :)
@ all I wish a very nice evening and a good start in a new week 
Cheers witch
Ah, glad you made it safe and sound...have a great time!!!!  :)

Quote
Since moving to Germany we dont get the chance to meet up so often. He is flying in from Belfast On Thursday and then we will make our way up to see NMA in Kiel on Sunday.  Cannot wait.  Nice little road trip.
Hey, that's nice that you've kept in touch through the years, hope you'll both have a blast!  :)

Me, I am counting down the days until we get to pick up our new dog on Sunday. I am super impressed with the rescue organisation I have to say! They have just sent me the complete set of medical records for her - this will be very helpful once she is here. We already know that she is not 100% well and will require further treatment, she is 11, so not young anymore. But they have already started the treatment and will add all the info our vet will need. Very impressive! Is it Sunday yet??!!  :D


Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on March 21, 2017, 03:32:35 PM
Hope you had a great time in Bradford n Joolz didn't put you through too much pain, I'm sure she gave you a tattoo to be proud of .
Congrats on the new dog Stephanie
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on March 23, 2017, 01:47:51 PM
Thought I would share this video, most of us probably know this stuff already, but I thought it was really well done and I haven't had a vape related post in a while. If it can finally help someone totally quit the cigs then all the better.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=FRtTbeLqxqc
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on March 23, 2017, 10:14:08 PM
Going to Asda to pick up a few supplies, putting my stuff through the scanner... and realising that the bloke stood next to me was someone I used to knock about with in the 90's and haven't seen in the best part of 20 years!  It was great to catch up, top bloke.   :D

Although I wondered if he ever knew that I once had, ahem, 'a romantic encounter' with his sister...  :-\   ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on March 24, 2017, 06:19:17 AM
Ach he probably knew his sister was a slag (Deirdre by chance) lol, joking aside made my first ever 1 litre bottle of e liquid yesterday, you buy the litre bottle about 20% full of concentrate and add your own vg pg and Nic . Cost about £35 all in to make (3mg strength Nic) . It needs to 'steep' for at least a couple of weeks so will report back. Crazily this is most e liquid suppliers way around the tpd , your only allowed to sell nicotine containing liquids in 10ml bottles come May, so people have started selling its separate components n you mix it yourself. Anyone interested give me a shout now is the time to buy your nicotine as its still available in large bottles at 72mg (will be 18mg max n 10ml bottles only come 20/5/17 ) . Its so easy to do n plenty of videos available.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: witch on March 24, 2017, 07:00:10 PM
Good evening @ all I had a good flight to Bradford  this evening now Im sitting in a really nice hotel  :) and count the hours for my appoitment with Joolz  :)
@ all I wish a very nice evening and a good start in a new week 
Cheers witch
Ah, glad you made it safe and sound...have a great time!!!!  :)

Thxs Stephanie had a really great time there wish you a lovely eve take good care
cheers witch

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Since moving to Germany we dont get the chance to meet up so often. He is flying in from Belfast On Thursday and then we will make our way up to see NMA in Kiel on Sunday.  Cannot wait.  Nice little road trip. [/quo
Hey, that's nice that you've kept in touch through the years, hope you'll both have a blast!  :)

Me, I am counting down the days until we get to pick up our new dog on Sunday. I am super impressed with the rescue organisation I have to say! They have just sent me the complete set of medical records for her - this will be very helpful once she is here. We already know that she is not 100% well and will require further treatment, she is 11, so not young anymore. But they have already started the treatment and will add all the info our vet will need. Very impressive! Is it Sunday yet??!!  :D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: witch on March 24, 2017, 07:10:39 PM
Hope you had a great time in Bradford n Joolz didn't put you through too much pain, I'm sure she gave you a tattoo to be proud of .
Congrats on the new dog Stephanie

Good evening Pol ,
thxs a lot for your nice reply had a really great and awesome time in Bradford all people was so kind had a great appoittment with Joolz there was no pain  :)was feeling heartfully welcome and comfortable her artwork really great she is a big artist so I like to send Joolz a really big thank you for your work and moore really love my new ones
Thxs again
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Post by: witch on March 30, 2017, 08:31:57 AM
Good morning @ all all things are packed looking forward to see NMA live in Rotterdam on my 43 th bday best bday present ever  :)
@ all I wish a very nice day
cheers witch
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Post by: Pol on March 31, 2017, 04:35:43 PM
That vile nasty cow Katie Hopkins getting hit hard in the pocket. Maybe she will think before opening her cesspit mouth and rattling on her keyboard. Should have made it take the walk of shame game of thrones style, then strung the ***** up before making it a slave for life to a large family of refugees
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on March 31, 2017, 06:38:38 PM
Maybe she will think before opening her cesspit mouth and rattling on her keyboard

Implies it has a brain . . . . . .  ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on March 31, 2017, 07:24:33 PM
Trying to think of something funny to say about that vile woman...

....

....

... sorry, got nothing.   >:(
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Post by: Pol on April 03, 2017, 05:02:40 PM
Charity shops (again) . Recently I noticed that all my suits jackets had mysterious shrunk in the wardrobe (aye right) (I might need one some day) . So give them the local Chaz shop n got a really nice one in exchange  also got matching trousers n a pair of jeans whilst there . All three items £7
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on April 07, 2017, 06:49:57 PM
A couple of decent days getting the new flat  ready , washing delivered n plumbed in . Lots of interior decorating done, lots of giger pics and tribal stuff on the walls . Hi-fi up n working n a few other bits done.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on April 08, 2017, 11:30:21 AM
easter holiday

(http://www.4smileys.com/smileys/dance-smileys/dance-smiley05.gif)

18months cancer free - classed as "on the road to recovery"

(http://www.4smileys.com/smileys/dance-smileys/dance-smiley07.gif)

brain showing signs of recovery

(http://www.4smileys.com/smileys/dance-smileys/dancing-smiley03.gif)


sun is shining !

(http://www.4smileys.com/smileys/seasons-smileys/hot_sun.gif)
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Post by: ldopas on April 08, 2017, 02:41:17 PM
easter holiday

(http://www.4smileys.com/smileys/dance-smileys/dance-smiley05.gif)

18months cancer free - classed as "on the road to recovery"

Brilliant well done, keep on keeping on!  :)

One year and 4 months from my cardiac arrest, fitter, leaner, meaner!  8)

....and the sun makes it all the better don't it!

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Post by: Pol on April 08, 2017, 03:43:20 PM
Excellent news WW ,
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Post by: witch on April 08, 2017, 06:03:48 PM
Great news WW  :)
I wish you a very nice eve ;)
cheers
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Post by: jc on April 08, 2017, 07:32:57 PM
Nice one WW and here's to many more years.

Cheers

jc
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on April 08, 2017, 07:39:15 PM
THANK YOU, YOU LOVELY PEOPLE

 :-*
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Rusco on April 08, 2017, 09:21:09 PM
Today I was posting to this thread earlier but everything disappeared into the void of all ever lost posts. Or something like that.

Anyway, I'm happy on behalf of both of you Idopas and Wessy due to your excellent recovering. That's the best thing someone could expect to happen!

What makes me happy also is today I was doing metal and woodworks outside. I'm constructing new stairs for both of the buildings. It's stained wood that should last for long time.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Stephanie on April 11, 2017, 01:19:25 PM
That's great news, Wessexy Witch and Idopas, reading such happy posts makes me really happy, too!!!!  :) May many more years filled with such good news follow.

I am looking forward to the long Easter weekend - the weather forecast isn't too good - but who knows? Besides, any day off with the doggies is good.  :) The new dog, Azalea, is settling in nicely, such a sweet thing, amazing, considering the hell she has been through. She is much fitter than we thought and seems to be enjoying her new life with us. Just watching them all makes me super happy.  :D :D :D

Now if only I could get myself to go running more regularly - I got a 10k run on April 29th...and I am so not fit for that.  ::)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on April 11, 2017, 04:17:09 PM
Good to hear that Azalea is settling in nicely. So 10k is about 6+ miles fck I would be happy if I walked that far
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on April 11, 2017, 04:52:18 PM
Spotted on the local news (for local people) the other night..... I recognised that one of The Family* came up lucky in a real life treasure hunt in Cheltenham.

You lucky bugger !

Well done to you and your own family.

 :-*

* not for me to say who, they might be inundated with news teams and/or blummin scroungers !

 ;)
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Post by: King_D on April 12, 2017, 06:31:46 PM
Working in my garden, gardening cause summer is coming
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on April 13, 2017, 09:34:33 AM
(http://www.4smileys.com/smileys/work-smileys/cut_the_grass_smiley2.gif)
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Post by: Rusco on April 14, 2017, 10:13:42 AM
Wish you all a happy Easter.

In Finland we have Friday and Monday holy days. I just arrived yesterday to father-in-law's summer cottage a bit norther and it's a silent and peaceful lake here. There's still 50 centimetres thick ice on it and our only neighbours do some winter fishing. We have sauna here and there's also a pair swans at the lake.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on April 14, 2017, 11:06:12 AM
Summer cottage with 50cm of ice , think I would be staying in the sauna lol
Future kill poster came today, I've already framed it n put it up on the living room wall ,looks awesome if I do say so myself. Ordered a excellent door knocker , skulls with a Celtic circle design in the middle
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Post by: Master Ray on April 14, 2017, 08:01:08 PM
Bank holiday afternoon in the pub.  Now home with a curry bubbling on the stove.

Call me unsophisticated, but that'll do me.   ;)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: ruckedout on April 15, 2017, 08:07:29 PM
Reading 2000AD comics from my collection



Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: lotus on April 16, 2017, 02:08:23 PM
makes me happy or pisses me off - ebay.de
I`m not a registered user, but just lurking nma offers
Crazy - sometimes the shop offers a better price ...
some interestig posters - perhaps someone needs tis RSC one?
http://www.ebay.de/itm/RED-SKY-COVEN-1991-Tourplakat-Joolz-New-Model-Army-Tourposter-/222082978125?hash=item33b52d514d:g:Ku4AAOSwy5ZXC9tC
or this (Go Bang, my first NMA live gig) http://www.ebay.de/itm/Festival-von-1997-mit-DAVID-BOWIE-PRODIGY-NEW-MODEL-ARMY-/141887912928?hash=item21092dbbe0:g:mIEAAOSwqrtWp450
what a 2 cd is that? http://www.ebay.de/itm/New-Model-Army-CD-Album-We-Love-The-World-Secret-SECDP070-UK-2013-New-/381429457033?hash=item58cef7a089:g:~PIAAOSwKIpWE7V1
or you want a baby body? http://www.ebay.de/itm/New-Model-Army-BABY-BODY-BIBS-BODYSUIT-KURZARM-LANGARM-OHNE-ARM-VEST-/142249937904?var=&hash=item211ec1cbf0:m:myL7VThpBrD-DqDmz9Q-iGQ
 ;)


Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on May 05, 2017, 09:20:58 PM
ok im sadly materialistic , new phone samsumg j5( ebay used )  new microwave (free from mate)
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on May 07, 2017, 02:15:45 PM
Rescued a bag of bananas from the bin at school.

Banana and raisin flapjacks and banana and chocolate chip cake both doing thier thing in the oven and the kitchen smells delicious.

*slurp*
 :)
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Post by: Red on May 15, 2017, 09:51:10 AM
We got a new dog on Saturday :) :)

he's a Parson Jack Russell called Erik Winter ( Erik after the Viking from Lost Kingdom and Winter well he's white like snow and also after an album by a certain band)

He's 5 months old and Erik is completely deaf ( It can be a genetic issue with white animals)

He's settled in really well but my cat isn't too happy at the moment but sure everything will be fine.

The cat stands and hisses at him but as he can't hear she gets no reaction, we still talk to him as though he can hear but I suppose that's natural

It's going to be hard work training him without him hearing but I'm sure we'll cope :) :)



(http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm179/RACred/Erik%20Winter%201_zpsc0zlwvsn.jpg) (http://s296.photobucket.com/user/RACred/media/Erik%20Winter%201_zpsc0zlwvsn.jpg.html)

(http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm179/RACred/Erik%20Winter%202_zps5uqoq6pd.jpg) (http://s296.photobucket.com/user/RACred/media/Erik%20Winter%202_zps5uqoq6pd.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: MARKXE on May 15, 2017, 04:51:24 PM
Erik looks a nice dog, good luck with the training.
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Post by: Pol on May 15, 2017, 05:00:54 PM
Nice dog !
league safety for Kilmarnock, not even involved in the play off this season. Here's to a 25th straight season in the premiership
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Stephanie on May 16, 2017, 12:23:37 PM
Oh, Erik is such a cute dog - it's awesome you have taken in a deaf dog!!!

Don't worry, you'll soon get used to working with him - dog mind signs and body language more than words anyway - so it will be easy enough for him. I know people who have had deaf dogs and in the end you wouldn't have been able to tell...they never stopped talking to them - but that's fine!

Good luck and I hope the poor cat will get used to him soon  :)
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Post by: Rusco on May 16, 2017, 08:58:30 PM
Very nice dog, Red.  :) I wished we could have a dog also but we're so allergic.
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on May 17, 2017, 06:53:04 PM
Nice one Red - all the best to you and Erik  :-*

Just back from a week in Lisbon for our first anniversary and the housemartins have returned. The weather is beautiful and lost myself for a while watching them fly up and down the street. We have 2 nests under the eaves of our house. Sometimes the simplest pleasures are the best  8)
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Post by: Master Ray on May 17, 2017, 07:11:05 PM
Nice one Red - all the best to you and Erik  :-*

Just back from a week in Lisbon for our first anniversary and the housemartins have returned. The weather is beautiful and lost myself for a while watching them fly up and down the street. We have 2 nests under the eaves of our house. Sometimes the simplest pleasures are the best  8)

Aw, for a second there I thought you were talking about a gig from one of my favourite 80's bands...
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on May 19, 2017, 03:00:55 PM
Managed to build my ikea kitchen table and chairs with only a couple of minor fck ups along the way. Not where I would normally shop but happened to be in there n thought fck it.

Really want a ps 2014  light but there not exactly cheap. Google them they look awesome
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Post by: MARKXE on May 19, 2017, 05:24:57 PM
Pol UK Ikea has the price at 100 quid (http://i.imgur.com/Yqr3ijX.gif)
http://www.ikea.com/gb/en/products/lighting/ceiling-lights/ikea-ps-2014-pendant-lamp-white-silver-colour-art-20304901/

German Ikea is a lot less  ;)   59 quid at todays exchange rate.
http://www.ikea.com/de/de/catalog/products/10311488/?cid=88J8jCYfsxSQG1A2ZIlHnKEW9PV9L8

If you really want one I can pick one up and bring it over at Christmas and then post it to you gives you time to save up. Offers there  ;)
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on May 19, 2017, 06:27:04 PM
Nice one Red - all the best to you and Erik  :-*

Just back from a week in Lisbon for our first anniversary and the housemartins have returned. The weather is beautiful and lost myself for a while watching them fly up and down the street. We have 2 nests under the eaves of our house. Sometimes the simplest pleasures are the best  8)

Aw, for a second there I thought you were talking about a gig from one of my favourite 80's bands...

If only ....... read a quote from Norman Cook "only when The Smiths reform " - now there's a double bill  :)

Managed to build my ikea kitchen table and chairs with only a couple of minor fck ups along the way.

Blimey, you did well  :D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on May 19, 2017, 09:26:54 PM
Thanks for the offer Markxe,  Just gonna leave it for now .
There are two different sizes of the light,  I think the one that you have linked to maybe the one that's  £70 in the UK
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Post by: MARKXE on May 20, 2017, 12:27:22 AM
Yes well spotted I really do need to get some glasses.  :P
Reminds me of the Death Star that lamp.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on May 25, 2017, 05:31:09 PM
Just ordered a alien covenant cinema poster . Yes I've heard the film is very disappointing but the poster does look good , very much a hr giger compilation feel to it.
On the subject of giger, I got more work done on the tattoo yesterday. As always a massive thanks to Rory and everyone at Terrys Glasgow. Imo the latest piece looks fckin awesome, not seen another giger tattoo like it , even on google ,pinterest etc
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on May 25, 2017, 08:07:07 PM
Just ordered a alien covenant cinema poster . Yes I've heard the film is very disappointing but the poster does look good , very much a hr giger compilation feel to it.
On the subject of giger, I got more work done on the tattoo yesterday. As always a massive thanks to Rory and everyone at Terrys Glasgow. Imo the latest piece looks fckin awesome, not seen another giger tattoo like it , even on google ,pinterest etc

That black and white one with the aliens all over the crew?  Fantastic poster.  Wouldn't mind one of them myself.

The film, though...  :-\
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Post by: Pol on May 25, 2017, 08:22:13 PM
The posters are available on eBay,  and yes I think it the one you mean. I paid £10 Inc pnp the poster is approx 30" x 20" , it's the one for the Odeon/  Imax
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on May 29, 2017, 07:15:14 PM
Meeting up for a boozy pub afternoon with two of my very best mates from just over 30 years ago... thanks to various bullshit, we've not been in the same place for nearly a decade.  Good times.

Mind you, I've now got that thing where you've been drinking all afternoon and now I just want my bed, but if I go there I'll be awake at 3am... aw sod it, a couple more cans and possibly a dodgy kebab house cheeseburger... work at 9am tomorrow is a long way off, right?   ;)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on May 29, 2017, 07:30:34 PM
Enjoy your morning hangover
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on May 29, 2017, 08:50:11 PM
Nowadays, it's a morning and afternoon thing... sod it, WORTH it!
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on May 30, 2017, 12:36:06 PM
half term
no school work
no college work -( course finished,exams done,been interviewed for the next level0.
not doing much house work

have read a book (fiction,not text) and baked a Guiness cake allready.

 :)
happy daze
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Rusco on June 13, 2017, 09:12:23 PM
Not sure is it a correct topic but we've just had couple of very crazy days in politics. Very interesting things been happening.

Maybe you've heard something about a certain populist party called the True Finns that have been anti-EU, anti-immigration and all the crap you know. Well, last weekend they voted for a new chairman and this time they chose a really nasty guy with fanatical thoughts. Well the prime minister dissolved the parliament quickly (because of the ultra right values that the party had) that lead the True Finns to split into two groups (moderate and fanatics) and the other formed up a new group. But later on the prime minister actually backed up the decision when they realised there was enough people to assemble a parliament. But the main group of TF party is now dispersed.

At least I'm satisfied that their party lose touch of collaboration among the fanatical side.  8)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on June 13, 2017, 10:46:45 PM
Finally managed to save n purchase that ikea lignt I was after,  certainly was a right pain to fit the main flex due to the length of it,  had to trim it a few times,  then it was the simple case of fitting 50 fiddly plastic bits lol
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on June 16, 2017, 07:27:57 PM
Just booked tickets for Mainz and ordered a vest  :) :) :) :)
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Post by: Rusco on June 17, 2017, 09:21:10 AM
Just booked tickets for Mainz and ordered a vest  :) :) :) :)

How much it cost in UK pounds? Would like to do one of the gigs in Germany.
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Post by: lotus on June 17, 2017, 04:16:46 PM
Not knowing the price in pounds, only euro
eventim says 34.20 plus
link english page http://www.eventim.de/tickets.html?affiliate=EVE&erid=994765&kuid=456&doc=artistPages/tickets&action=tickets&fun=artist&language=en
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on June 17, 2017, 06:06:58 PM
Just booked tickets for Mainz and ordered a vest  :) :) :) :)

How much it cost in UK pounds? Would like to do one of the gigs in Germany.

Come to Mainz Dude  ;D

Well I paid in euros at 32.20 each for print at home tickets from :
http://www.ztix.de/cgi/nph-omniscgi.exe?OmnisServer=Omnis,6001&OmnisLibrary=Server&OmnisClass=orderProcess&action=infopage&evid=2884013&vvkid=&lang=en

It seems that is equivalent to £ 28.29.

Have to say that gigs here in Germany seem a bit pricey - not an NMA thing, but generally. Dunno why  ???
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on June 17, 2017, 10:06:15 PM
Good to see Billy Connolly getting a knighthood
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Post by: Rusco on June 18, 2017, 12:24:41 PM
Not sure can we afford to Mainz, but it could be fun for sure. (For some reason I've found myself more often in a situation that I nearly promise to do a gig or two - then realize I'm broke actually.)  ;D

Would be nice to see the Toy Dolls too...think they'll have a gig there too.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: MARKXE on June 18, 2017, 05:34:03 PM
Postman was here yesterday.
(http://i.imgur.com/CUlk4bNb.jpg)

Mainz tickets on the way as well  :D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on June 18, 2017, 06:25:19 PM
Not sure can we afford to Mainz, but it could be fun for sure. (For some reason I've found myself more often in a situation that I nearly promise to do a gig or two - then realize I'm broke actually.)  ;D

Would be nice to see the Toy Dolls too...think they'll have a gig there too.

I do that too  :D

Toy Dolls gig is the one the day after in Freiburg.

Postman was here yesterday.
(http://i.imgur.com/CUlk4bNb.jpg)

Mainz tickets on the way as well  :D

Maybe we'll meet this time  :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Bunny on June 21, 2017, 06:03:47 PM
Mainz is a lovely place. Had the pleasure of a weekend there a few years ago. I might see if I can do a gig abroad one day.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on June 21, 2017, 08:57:55 PM
"taxi day in troon.  The Glasgow taxi drivers take special needs kids. "doon the watter " for the day out.  Local business lays on all they need and decorate there windows etc with ballons n stuff.  Its a annual event thats been going for 50 plus years.  It even stayed dry for them
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Rusco on June 22, 2017, 10:02:34 AM
Mid-Summer festivities are starting soon. Here, the whole country goes always mad. Cities are empty because everyone drives to countryside to each' own summer cottage. We'll be closing today very soon, and I'll have 5 hours to drive to our usual place.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on June 23, 2017, 07:56:00 PM
Good on Troon  :)

Finland is quite a big country isn't it  :D

My new vest arrived today and is proudly being worn right now  8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on June 23, 2017, 08:30:52 PM
I would buy an NMA vest and proudly wear it, but I don't like my shoulders... odd, I know, but it goes to show that middle-aged men can also have 'body issues'...  :-[
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on June 23, 2017, 09:29:32 PM
Go " old skool " n cut the sleeves of a t shirt that way your shoulders aren't exposed as much . Been wearing a  few vests / sleeveless t shirts of late,  at least the heavily tattooed arm looks ok imo
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on June 24, 2017, 06:57:04 PM
but it goes to show that middle-aged men can also have 'body issues'...  :-[

You know what I say about body issues ? _FUCK EVERYONE ELSE  ;D :-* You wanna look like whatever you wanna look like then go ahead and do it  :)

Having said that ..... my son called vests on blokes "wifebeater shirts" and he might have an albeit confused point: personally I think they do look a bit dodgy and give a, shall we say non positive look  ???

I'd go with Pols suggestion with cap sleeve cut off T shirts, thats kinda sexy actually  :-[
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on June 24, 2017, 08:05:46 PM
Oh shit, I just realised how Anna must have laughed about my silly 'body issues' comment...   ;D  ;D  ;D  ;D  ;D
 

Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on June 25, 2017, 07:52:28 PM
Everyone has "issues"thoughts and feelings about themselves. It's what makes us humans.

 :)

ps I've just passed my Level 3 Counselling and have been given a place to study my Diploma,so if any of you are looking for someone to talk to, you know where to come !

 ;D
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Post by: Master Ray on June 25, 2017, 08:07:37 PM
Well done, WW!
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on June 25, 2017, 08:13:02 PM
Thanks Lover

 :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on June 25, 2017, 08:45:46 PM
Congrats wessexy,  I'm beyond counselling lol
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Stephanie on June 26, 2017, 11:59:58 AM

Have to say that gigs here in Germany seem a bit pricey - not an NMA thing, but generally. Dunno why  ???
They sure are - I try to go to gigs in the Netherlands or Belgium whenever possible - usually that's cheaper...and not much further to drive.

The reason for the high ticket prices is a special tax the Germans invented a couple of years ago  >:( - this tax has to be paid by all artists performing here in Germany. It's downright ridiculous - what we pay for the cheapest seats at a venue here may buy you the best seats at a venue in Belgium, for example.

https://files.skadden.com/sites%2Fdefault%2Ffiles%2Fpublications%2FPublications1048_0.pdf (https://files.skadden.com/sites%2Fdefault%2Ffiles%2Fpublications%2FPublications1048_0.pdf)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on June 26, 2017, 09:14:46 PM
Thanks for taking the time to explain that Stephanie - I appreciate it  :)
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on June 27, 2017, 07:15:33 PM
Mum and Dad coming for a visit next month  :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on June 27, 2017, 09:09:00 PM
Benji returns for another week,  hopefully keep one step ahead of him the Wee wideo lol
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on June 28, 2017, 07:05:50 PM
The bloke who's garden I am doing is such a lovely old boy - religious and quite evangelical with it but genuinely a beautiful gentle soul  :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on June 28, 2017, 10:15:22 PM
You should bury a pentagram or something similar in his garden lol
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Rusco on June 30, 2017, 12:41:36 PM
Pol, ah lol.  ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on July 01, 2017, 12:53:20 PM
You should bury a pentagram or something similar in his garden lol

yeah ,deffo !

 ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on July 01, 2017, 03:55:10 PM
got my secret spacebook profile up and running again ,crafty change of name and the wool is pulled over thier cyber eyes

hahahahaha

 ;)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: ldopas on July 01, 2017, 04:16:49 PM
Sorry to be so self centred. But 6-month hospital check up yesterday, Consultants words; blood pressure "perfect", cholesterol "of a twenty year old", heart "in very good shape". Always very very good to hear after the nightmare 2016.

Again apologies for it being all about me, but in doesn't half make you feel mentally better!

Anyway back to being an annoying political devils advocate.  ;) 
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on July 01, 2017, 04:24:45 PM
Sorry to be so self centred. But 6-month hospital check up yesterday, Consultants words; blood pressure "perfect", cholesterol "of a twenty year old", heart "in very good shape". Always very very good to hear after the nightmare 2016.

Again apologies for it being all about me, but in doesn't half make you feel mentally better!

Anyway back to being an annoying political devils advocate.  ;)

Be funking proud of yourself !
This is all about you !

I'm glad you are well and can leave the bad health way behind you. Onwards !!

 :-*
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: ldopas on July 01, 2017, 04:37:34 PM
Sorry to be so self centred. But 6-month hospital check up yesterday, Consultants words; blood pressure "perfect", cholesterol "of a twenty year old", heart "in very good shape". Always very very good to hear after the nightmare 2016.

Again apologies for it being all about me, but in doesn't half make you feel mentally better!

Anyway back to being an annoying political devils advocate.  ;)

Be funking proud of yourself !
This is all about you !

I'm glad you are well and can leave the bad health way behind you. Onwards !!

 :-*

You too. As you said....ONWARDS!  :)
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Post by: Master Ray on July 01, 2017, 07:05:55 PM
Sorry to be so self centred. But 6-month hospital check up yesterday, Consultants words; blood pressure "perfect", cholesterol "of a twenty year old", heart "in very good shape". Always very very good to hear after the nightmare 2016.

Again apologies for it being all about me, but in doesn't half make you feel mentally better!

Anyway back to being an annoying political devils advocate.  ;)

Awesome news, mate.
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Post by: Rusco on July 02, 2017, 07:03:32 PM
Great news from ldopas, indeed. We all are happy that both ldopas and Wessy are fit and feeling well nowadays.

I'm happy about the past weekend. We did a lot of things. Went to markets and bought six albums. I also sawed the boards for new terrace stairs that I've been designing (a bit too slowly). And now it also looks like that the delicious Jerusalem artichokes (Helianthus tuberosus) are growing. I planted 30 of them in June.
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on July 03, 2017, 07:01:07 PM
Well done Wessexy  ;)

Godd for you idopas - long may you stay strong & stable  :D
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Post by: Stephanie on July 05, 2017, 12:38:06 PM
It makes me happy to read the good health news on here  :) Keep it that way  ;)

Me, I'm just happy with my furry babies not all of which are in perfect good help but - hopefully - on the mend.  :)
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on July 06, 2017, 08:07:28 PM
And now it also looks like that the delicious Jerusalem artichokes (Helianthus tuberosus) are growing. I planted 30 of them in June.

How long is your growing season up there fella? When do you get the first frosts? I'd have guessed you would need a glasshouse to get stuff started/finished off?  :-*

p.s. as for Rabbits - kill 'em all  ;D
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Post by: Master Ray on July 06, 2017, 08:50:14 PM
And now it also looks like that the delicious Jerusalem artichokes (Helianthus tuberosus) are growing. I planted 30 of them in June.

How long is your growing season up there fella? When do you get the first frosts? I'd have guessed you would need a glasshouse to get stuff started/finished off?  :-*

p.s. as for Rabbits - kill 'em all  ;D

Damn right.  Otherwise, THIS might happen!  (clip from an actual 70's horror movie that I remember seeing on BBC2 as a kid)   ;D

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T_caJjIRC-Q
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Post by: Stephanie on July 10, 2017, 09:29:54 AM

Damn right.  Otherwise, THIS might happen!  (clip from an actual 70's horror movie that I remember seeing on BBC2 as a kid)   ;D

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T_caJjIRC-Q
;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D Seriously????? This is hilarious!

Ummm...problem is...I have 3 Flamish Giants at home...and a smaller bunny - I am a bit worried now.  :o
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Post by: Master Ray on July 10, 2017, 07:43:44 PM

Damn right.  Otherwise, THIS might happen!  (clip from an actual 70's horror movie that I remember seeing on BBC2 as a kid)   ;D

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T_caJjIRC-Q
;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D Seriously????? This is hilarious!

Ummm...problem is...I have 3 Flamish Giants at home...and a smaller bunny - I am a bit worried now.  :o

As long as they don't go back in time and eat some bad American actors, your bunnies are OK with me.
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Post by: Rusco on July 12, 2017, 07:13:23 PM
And now it also looks like that the delicious Jerusalem artichokes (Helianthus tuberosus) are growing. I planted 30 of them in June.

How long is your growing season up there fella? When do you get the first frosts? I'd have guessed you would need a glasshouse to get stuff started/finished off?  :-*

At earliest we  might get first frosts on October or sometimes even at September. Latter is very uncommon. Nowadays October it's more likely but after that it goes back to "warm" and moist. It's only until new year when it turns to winter seriously. (In eighties we got winter in October or November.)

What comes to artichokes, we've had them once earlier. I think it was November when I dug them up. It's also nice to keep them sometimes "over winter" beneath the ground. They're ready for pick up on March or when ever the soil isn't frozen anymore. :)
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Post by: Rusco on July 19, 2017, 02:32:21 AM
Meeting some good old friends at next weekend. There's also the Tall Ships Race fest in Turku we'll go on Sat. And also - my Summer holiday starting finally... Oh  gotta love it. Although we didn't make it to Mainz or other gigs in Germany this time. Wish you all a great weekend and sunny days out there.
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on July 20, 2017, 03:37:08 PM
2 years ago today I was having my brain tumour removed.
Things are going really well and I have lowered my medication by 1 dose with not too much trouble or consequence.

 :)

Today was also the last day for this years nursery kids,so we partied all day. Just tomorrow to get through doing all the cleaning and re-vamping for September.

Off for a slap up meal with Landells later in a lovely pub in view of Silbury Hill.

Today is a good day.

 :)

The fact that I've been wearing a posh designer dress (Dickens & Jones,darling) that cost £2 from the Sally Army shop and have been looking blummin "c.ock On" all day is an added bonus.

 :D
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Post by: Rusco on July 21, 2017, 10:12:46 AM
There's a funny tradition at our work to bring superb delicacies to workmates before starting a summer holiday. And we are making it a tuff "challenge" to others in a way: "who'll bring the biggest cake or pie this year?" It's even a bit expensive funny habit as sometimes one might spend 20-30 euros for this thing.

Well, this time I made twelve supersized hamburgers with self made tasty seitan steaks in hoi sin sauce, tahini and vegetables for our usual long coffee break. Ha! Everyone got so stuffed that they even moved their lunch time further that they could digest their own portions.  ;D
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Post by: lotus on July 21, 2017, 06:50:13 PM
We don`t have this funny tradition here in germany, only a minority doesn`t work (or  isn`t allowed to work) at the same time (teachers) or so called "Betriebsferien"
I have to work - others with own kids (their summer holiday started today) are off (and come first to be off,  a holiday with niece  or nephew  or kids of partners or friends sometimes don`t count) - no party at all for me  >:(
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on July 23, 2017, 01:15:10 PM
lemon curd filled donuts from Morrisons

*slurp*
 :)
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Post by: Pol on July 23, 2017, 05:47:34 PM
Might go to Morrison's tomorrow lol
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Post by: Rusco on July 24, 2017, 05:50:38 AM
Summer. And the first Monday in a long time to get up without a clock alarm. :)
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on July 24, 2017, 01:01:21 PM
Summer. And the first Monday in a long time to get up without a clock alarm. :)

Yes to that ^^^

 :)
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on July 24, 2017, 01:03:04 PM
1st day of the summer holidays

Me : Yay! Holidaze. Wooo Hoooo!
J* : Urgh. You got any plans?
Me : Yep,gonna sit on my arse for 6 weeks wearing only my pants, playing vidjo games, looking at porn and masterbating
J: Cool.I'd go with that.

 ;D

*= J is my 18 year old son.
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Post by: Stephanie on July 24, 2017, 01:58:11 PM
1st day of the summer holidays

Me : Yay! Holidaze. Wooo Hoooo!
J* : Urgh. You got any plans?
Me : Yep,gonna sit on my arse for 6 weeks wearing only my pants, playing vidjo games, looking at porn and masterbating
J: Cool.I'd go with that.

 ;D

*= J is my 18 year old son.


 ;D ;D ;D

Well, sounds like a plan - enjoy!  ;)
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on July 25, 2017, 02:43:17 PM
J has gone to Blackpool to watch the world matchplay darts with his "Squad". If he can get himself shown on telly holding up a rude banner I have wagered him £20. They have seats down the front so I'm expecting him to do me proud !
 :D
 So in his absence I have made 2 batches of plum jam with the plums from my little tree.
 :)
Yesterdays batch was your regular traditional plum jam but todays has a little hidden ingredient...a gurt big splosh of spiced rum. that should liven things up !
 ;)

I'll tell you what it's like when I taste test it when it's cooled.

 :)
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Post by: MARKXE on July 25, 2017, 04:17:20 PM
J has gone to Blackpool to watch the world matchplay darts with his "Squad". If he can get himself shown on telly holding up a rude banner I have wagered him £20. They have seats down the front so I'm expecting him to do me proud !

Tell him not to be too rude with his banner as they normally throw you out if caught  ;)





 
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on July 25, 2017, 05:09:32 PM
J has gone to Blackpool to watch the world matchplay darts with his "Squad". If he can get himself shown on telly holding up a rude banner I have wagered him £20. They have seats down the front so I'm expecting him to do me proud !

Tell him not to be too rude with his banner as they normally throw you out if caught
  ;)

"The Squad" would prolly love that !
How low can you go...get chucked out of the darts !
 :D
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Post by: Pol on July 26, 2017, 08:23:41 PM
Ordered a game on eBay  ( silent hill homecoming ps3) and when it arrived today there was a second game included for free (another silent hill game)  just goes to show that there is still decent people out there.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Rusco on July 27, 2017, 07:58:56 AM
Yesterday we went to a Puntala Fest opening club in Turku. The main act was Masacre 68 from Mexico and they rocked very hard. :)
Tomorrow the festival starts at Lempäälä and it's always a total crackin' lovely set of brilliant hullaballoo! Here's a link you'd find out what bands are playing at the festival:
http://www.puntala-rock.net/puntala/puntala_bands.php
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Post by: Pol on July 30, 2017, 04:06:49 PM
Nectarine custard vape from coil vapes available in the UK at just add nic (diy kit )
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Post by: Stephanie on August 07, 2017, 02:21:53 PM
In November, for the first time in ages, I'll be going on a (short) roadtrip again. Got a chance to go on what will be a comparatively inexpensive trip to Cambridge and Portsmouth with my friend from Brussels to see Black Star Riders. This is going to be so much fun :)
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Post by: witch on August 24, 2017, 04:22:57 PM
Good Evening @ all my next tattoo  appoitment with Joolz 
This October  makes me happy all booked Hotel Fligjts .... :)
 :) :) :)@ all I wish a very nice evening Cheers
witch
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Post by: witch on August 24, 2017, 04:25:30 PM
My mistake sorry  ....Flights
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Post by: Pol on August 24, 2017, 06:39:46 PM
You must be building up a fair collection of ink there Inga , hope all goes to plan.  My next appointment with Rory is 1st Sept, just filling in the gap at my elbow,  giving him free reign to do what he wants-  he plans to extend my other tattoos
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Post by: Stephanie on August 25, 2017, 11:40:32 AM
Good Evening @ all my next tattoo  appoitment with Joolz 
This October  makes me happy a
Wow!!! I bet it does  :) Very happy for you.  :)
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Post by: witch on August 26, 2017, 07:25:08 PM
Good Evening @ all my next tattoo  appoitment with Joolz 
This October  makes me happy a
Wow!!! I bet it does  :) Very happy for you.  :)
Good eve Pol and Stephanie thxs a lot really looking forward to my appoittment with Joolz  :)
@Pol I wish you lots of luck for your new one  :)
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Post by: Pol on September 01, 2017, 01:07:26 PM
Survived another tattoo appointment-  sleeve full done - well I might get a bit of writing just above my inner wrist  (hr giger + dates) n definitely get my old tattoo re-coloured. 
Well I now have a pentagram on my elbow.  Looks really good imo get blends in with the rest .
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on September 01, 2017, 08:04:00 PM

Aw, a friend of mine, a lovely lady in her sixties, got married today to a really nice chap.  Yeah, weddings happen all the time but this lady went through some terrible abuse in the past (I mean, really horrific shit that I won't go into) but she's so happy now.

Yay, everyone loves a happy ending, right?   :D
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Post by: witch on September 01, 2017, 09:36:57 PM
Good Evening Pol ,Ive sent you a pm ....hope this worked .....wish you a very nice eve
cheers witch :)
@ all I wish a lovely weekend  ;)
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Post by: witch on September 01, 2017, 09:55:06 PM
Just booked for my husband and me  2  NMA tix for  X Mas Show Cologne Paladium  via Contour  :)   cant  wait..... :)
@ all I wish a very nice eve and a lovely weekend  take good care all the best cheers witch
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Post by: Rusco on September 07, 2017, 08:56:40 PM
The reverse osmosis water filter I told about in "what pisses you off" is working now again. I checked couple of vids about faq's concerning them and called the firm where we purchased it two years ago. It seems I had to repressurerize a bottle containing the water storage. Never done it earlier but finally managed well.  :)
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Post by: Stephanie on September 11, 2017, 12:53:04 PM

Yay, everyone loves a happy ending, right?   :D
For sure!!!!  :D It made me really happy to read about your friend's happy ending - wishing her all the best for her future - she sure deserves it.

The reverse osmosis water filter I told about in "what pisses you off" is working now again. I checked couple of vids about faq's concerning them and called the firm where we purchased it two years ago. It seems I had to repressurerize a bottle containing the water storage. Never done it earlier but finally managed well.  :)
Wow, I am suitably impressed! I am useless at this stuff but it's great that, these days, you can look up all sorts of information and actually put it to good use!!! 8)

Just booked for my husband and me  2  NMA tix for  X Mas Show Cologne Paladium  via Contour  :)   cant  wait..... :)
@ all I wish a very nice eve and a lovely weekend  take good care all the best cheers witch
YAY!!!! It wouldn't be Christmas for me without the annual show at Cologne!  ;) This is excellent news.

Had such a good weekend with a friend staying over then more friends joining us for a BBQ on Saturday - good conversations and lots of laughter - I am grateful for times and people like this.  :)
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Post by: witch on September 13, 2017, 06:13:44 PM
Good Evening Stephanie
thxs a lot you are so right  :)
Looking for the days ahead :)
cheers witch
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Post by: witch on September 13, 2017, 06:35:00 PM
Ups sorry Stephanie forgot ....Im getting old ....I think  :-[
glad you had a great time with your friend  :)
All the best cheers witch  :)
Good night @ all
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Post by: witch on September 20, 2017, 08:38:10 PM
The postie
got our2  Contour NMA Winter Gathering hard tix today for my husband and I  the artwork is brillant and so  great  :) :) :) :) :)

thxs so much looking for the day ahead cant wait  ;)
cheers witch
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Post by: Rusco on September 24, 2017, 07:23:02 PM
I've constructed new outside stairs for our house. I started the project in Spring and after all I've spent 500 euros for it. But today the project was ready with 8 sturdy legs, weatherproofed wood, 500 stainless screws and tarred surfaces on cut sides. And it looks nice!

Also, yesterday we heard a brown owl and also a northern eagle owl at evening. Woo-hoo!
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Post by: Pol on October 03, 2017, 12:15:08 PM
Winning the eBay auction for the signed Justin and  Joolz pen and ink canvas boards with the proceeds going to the Sophie Lancaster foundation .
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on October 03, 2017, 06:40:14 PM
Nicely done fella  :) :) :) :)
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Post by: Pol on October 03, 2017, 09:50:00 PM
Thanks Anna,  I will go on the laptop n post the link . Ps I owe you a long overdue email
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Post by: Rusco on October 12, 2017, 09:28:38 PM
Our very good friends, a couple, are coming to our place tomorrow. It's always so nice to spend time with them. It will be crazy I'm sure.  ::)
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Post by: Rusco on October 12, 2017, 09:37:21 PM
Also, I've done quite a lot of things recently. Crafting little doors to the balcony. The outside stairs are ready and looks good. And I also did a discharge well (how'd you call that in English?) for the drainage system that works maybe fine.
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Post by: Sheena on October 12, 2017, 09:57:29 PM
A slightly less bonkers day at work today... that's always good
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Post by: witch on October 16, 2017, 02:11:29 PM
Today I will fly to Bradford for my next tattoo with  Joolz Im really so nervös cant say@ all I wish a vewry nice eve t6aqke care cheers witdch

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Post by: witch on October 16, 2017, 02:17:11 PM
Typo sorry
take care  :)
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Post by: Pol on October 16, 2017, 06:36:32 PM
I'm jealous,  Best of luck with everything.  I don't have a tattoo appointment at the moment but will sort that asap .
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Post by: Stephanie on October 17, 2017, 08:39:49 AM
Today I will fly to Bradford for my next tattoo with  Joolz Im really so nervös cant say@ all I wish a vewry nice eve t6aqke care cheers witdch
Oh, very nice! Have a great time!!!!  :)
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Post by: witch on October 17, 2017, 09:48:12 PM
Thxs a lot Pol and Stephanie I'm really happy with my tiagf cheery blossom with spirals one my leg  :) I like to send Joolz a big thank  you for her artwork it's amazing  and great
Was feeling very welcome thxs a lot Joolz take good care all the best cheers witch
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on October 20, 2017, 11:54:51 AM
Half term,the best half term of all...time for pumpkins,foggy nights and mornings,falling leaves,beaufiful colours in nature and making christmas cakes.

I love autumn.

 :)
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Post by: Master Ray on October 20, 2017, 06:35:49 PM
Without a doubt, my favourite season too.   :)
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on October 20, 2017, 06:39:14 PM
I've just this minute put the fruit for my christmas cake in a quarter pint of spiced rum to soak overnight.

*slurp*
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Post by: Rusco on October 20, 2017, 06:56:10 PM
Just called an old friend I haven't seen in ages. Man, I think it's 14 years since I talked with him last time... They've got a kid, a house and all the stuff. Think I'll turn back later to them. So good memories.
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Post by: Rusco on November 15, 2017, 08:39:27 PM
Me and my wife will travel to Thailand soon. It's refreshing to see the sun there during a time of pitch black polar night in Finland.
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Post by: Stephanie on November 16, 2017, 11:40:13 AM
Looking forward to a weekend trip to see Black Star Riders in Cambridge and Portsmouth - it's been ages since my last roadtrip so I am a bit excited.  :D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on November 16, 2017, 06:54:53 PM
Winter is coming and the night king is about to make a appreance on my arm . Tattoo day on Sat n really looking forward to it
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Post by: Pol on November 19, 2017, 09:11:00 PM
Survived another tattoo session,  as always a massive thanks to Rory and everyone at Terrys.  If I can post a pic link I will. 
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Post by: Pol on November 20, 2017, 03:36:26 PM
https://www.instagram.com/p/BbtyWVjF5cj/?hl=en&taken-by=roryd1982

hope this link works
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Post by: MARKXE on November 20, 2017, 04:59:30 PM
Looks good.
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Post by: Master Ray on November 23, 2017, 08:41:40 PM
Aw, that moment when you come in from the usual work drudge, pick up your post... and your ticket for your forthcoming NMA Christmas gig (Nottingham, in my case) is amidst the usual crap...  :D

Truly can't wait, it's always a highlight of my year... having the ticket in your hand always makes it seem a bit more 'real'.

 :)
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on November 24, 2017, 04:24:00 PM
Been for my 6month brain MOT...pituitary gland showing signs of recovery again so i can drop another 5mg off my daily steroid dose.

As of today..2 years cancer (and kidney) free

off to see Black Balled in Worcester tomorrow night

 :)

yay me !
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Post by: Pol on November 24, 2017, 05:21:28 PM
Excellent news , enjoy your gig n rock out
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Post by: Master Ray on November 24, 2017, 07:18:28 PM
Glad to hear it, WW!   ;D
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Post by: Shush on November 24, 2017, 08:46:05 PM
1st class news. You have a great night tomorrow Wezzy mi' duck  :)
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on November 25, 2017, 09:47:19 AM
Churz fellas

 :-*

ps.. that tat looks brill Pol. looks like a slight change of direction for you,not so Giger...or is it ?  :)
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Post by: jc on November 25, 2017, 10:11:10 AM
Great news Michelle, enjoy BB tonight.

Cheers

jc
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Post by: Pol on November 25, 2017, 11:31:25 AM
Thanks Michelle glad you like it . It's the night king from game of thrones.  Wanted my other arm to be a bit different,  it's gonna be personal favourite things I'm into , already have a t&c and a Kilmarnock fc tattoo on that arm . Future plans include a rip skin jigsaw piece  (saw films) a punisher skull logo n a unmasked predator
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Post by: skyman9 on December 01, 2017, 07:17:01 PM
Evenin all. It´s been a while. Just wanted to say finding decent new music makes me happy. Not saying there isn´t lots out there, just guess i spend too much time in the comfort of old faves. Anyway for anyone interested there is a great 7" by Flatworms called Red Hot Sand/Petulance. Reminds me in places of Warsaw and for something a bit more folky,Michael Head and the red elastic bands - Picasso. He seems to have quite a large back catalogue. Hope you like.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1rYi9AbUiIc

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IbOP6K-VrUo
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Post by: Rusco on December 03, 2017, 05:16:10 PM
I booked a hotel from the city of Turku for next Fri. There's gonna be Raoul Bjorkenheim's Triad gig in the town... Ok, so first I booked another hotel but cancelled it soon afterwards because the price didn't include a breakfast although the price was quite high. We should had paid for 36 euros extra for it. Then the new hotel I booked is actually the same hotel I visited twenty years ago - and they actually have a very good morning breakfast. They even reside near to the gig place. Excellent.
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Post by: Rusco on December 03, 2017, 08:05:38 PM
Oh yea, and we had an excellent trip in Thailand. Just returned back last Thursday after spending 2 weeks there. My wife's parents live nowadays for half year there. Very curious and exotic, damn hot and sunny for most of the time.
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Post by: Bunny on December 05, 2017, 10:33:49 PM
Ive just discovered i can connect my mp3 to my 08 Corsa. Little things and all that
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Post by: Rusco on December 11, 2017, 08:39:45 PM
Well I always tend to think my further plans during this period of year. Soon the year is over and there's time to think things a little bit further for a while. If I don't count my usual do's and don'ts at our courtyard, it will take few months and we should paint my working room. First removing old paint. New paints will probably cost about 1000€... Ok, we should buy a warehouse to the "garden". Also, I'll need new winter tires to my car. And repair the cars. And.... wait a minute. It's "what makes you happy" thread ain't it? Ok, I'd be happy if it all will become true.  ;)
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Post by: Rusco on December 15, 2017, 08:20:43 PM
Well to be fair, I'm not sure anyone of you are interested in the logging stuff I keep complaining about? (Maybe Anna might know what I mean.) Ok, it was a pity that the snow storm damaged the forests here so hard. At least it's nothing that I'd cheer here. Nearly EVERY pine and birch' tops fell off. The road that leads here from a big highway is 2,5 km's distance and along that there is about 40 trees that fell down. Fortunately spruces maintained their position, but there are about 13 birches in our courtyard and five of them are cut from middle due to massive weight of snow we had on Tuesday and Wendsday...  :-\ 

If there's something that I'd cheer now here is we only have a little amount of birch here and we've saved them for future plans until logging them to firewood. Now I think there's a good time to do some of them. Birch has one of the best of heat of combustion.
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Post by: Rusco on December 18, 2017, 06:29:05 PM
I cooked quinoa steaks stuffed with seaweed, lupine, smoked pepper, crushed soya grain and heaps of garlic. Yummy.
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on December 20, 2017, 06:51:54 PM
Christmas holidays !

Yay !

2 lovely weeks off.
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Post by: Bunny on December 20, 2017, 09:19:43 PM
Christmas holidays !

Yay !

2 lovely weeks off.
Teachers....pfffft....

Happy Holidays WW
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Post by: Stephanie on December 22, 2017, 10:51:32 AM
We adopted yet another dog last Sunday...a 14-year-old Retriever mix from Italy, abandoned by her owners.

She has severe arthritis and is a bit incontinent - but she is such a sweet thing and we hope that, with the right medication, we can give her a couple of happy months with us. We got her through an awesome organisation we already adopted a dog from in March...and they are paying for her vet bills since they are happy she still found a home.

Her name is Angel, btw.  ;) Seems quite fitting.

Counting 5 dogs (one of them only temporary as his owner is in hospital), 4 rabbits and 7 guinea pigs. Crazy busy - but to see them all happy sure makes us happy, too.  :)
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on December 22, 2017, 11:58:31 AM
Cats Eyes - back in the Uk last night and by god have I missed Cats Eyes in the road  ;D ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Rusco on December 27, 2017, 06:29:21 PM
I will be booking tix for Rebellion fest 2018.   8)
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Post by: Bunny on December 27, 2017, 07:26:32 PM
Cats Eyes - back in the Uk last night and by god have I missed Cats Eyes in the road  ;D ;D ;D ;D
"Bloody good thing we're out of Europe. They wanted our cats eyes"- N.Farage.....possibly  :)
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Post by: Master Ray on December 27, 2017, 09:59:53 PM
Drinks with an old friend tonight, swapping old stories until we've been drinking so heavily that our words are slurring.

 :)
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on December 28, 2017, 01:15:47 PM
New pooter.
 :)
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on December 29, 2017, 06:23:12 PM
The "What Song Are You Listening To Right Now" thread - feeling in need of some new choons then dive in there and you'll always find somefink  ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on January 23, 2018, 07:19:06 PM
Afternoon drinks with me best pal in a couple of old Liverpool haunts.   :)
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Post by: Pol on February 03, 2018, 10:19:41 AM
A check from Scottish power apparently a refund for my old flat ( fck knows why I had a pre payment meter)  but gift horses etc . Not saying how much but enough for a cpl of hours in the tattoo chair or right night out , probably nearly enough to cover hotel and rail for a away day gig
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on June 30, 2018, 07:56:59 PM
I had my first client for counselling today.
I have a placement at an agency called Ipsum.

 :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on June 30, 2018, 08:22:25 PM

Hope that works out for you, WW.  Best wishes.

Right now... the NMA Forum seems to be a bit more lively than it has been in ages...
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: dilla on July 01, 2018, 07:26:46 AM
Going to a gig where I don't have to drive.I can feel rough in the morning and get chauffered home.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Stephanie on July 02, 2018, 12:54:04 PM
I had my first client for counselling today.
I have a placement at an agency called Ipsum.

 :)
:) Oh, very cool - all the best  :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Bunny on July 02, 2018, 08:31:01 PM
That they found the boys in Thailand. Fingers crossed they can get them all out safely.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Ghosttrain on July 03, 2018, 09:29:08 AM
Have just been reading on BBC online they may have to teach them how to dive, or wait until the water recedes which could take months.But at least they are still alive.
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Post by: Bunny on July 03, 2018, 10:12:13 AM
Absolutely. I read that too. I suspect theyll be in there for months being fed and watered. Then their is the rehabilitation after. But good news at least
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Post by: Stephanie on July 04, 2018, 01:46:35 PM
That they found the boys in Thailand. Fingers crossed they can get them all out safely.
Oh yes, that's happy news indeed - I can't even begin to imagine what it must have been like for them...and their families.  :o

I heard an interview with a German cave diver on the radio this morning (he had been to this specific cave a couple of years ago) and he said that it is going to be extremely difficult and very dangerous to try and get that group out of there by teaching them to dive - but it seems there aren't that many options. At least this will give them something to do - and maybe the fact that they can work on being part of their rescue mission, so to speak, will help boost their morale.

I really hope they can get oput of there soon.
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on July 04, 2018, 03:00:55 PM
I'm not one particularly known for praising tories  :o ;D but .......... Good on Penny Mordaunt: the first minister to ever address the house of commons using sign language. Good on her  :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on July 08, 2018, 11:42:02 PM

Aw, this lovely clip... Johnny Marr doing The Smiths classic 'Please Please Please Let Me Get What I Want...   :)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_JU3bogr4oc
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Stephanie on July 13, 2018, 08:30:10 AM
On the dreaded FB I am member of a group called #ichbinhier (translates to Iamhere). This group was inspired by a Swedish group of the same name. Their aim is to try and oppose hate speech on the internet (in this case FB) by commenting in a calm and factual manner. Someone will point out a post on FB that is likely to attract trolls and the members of the #ichbinhier group will start to comment, using the hashtag, supporting each other and anyone who tries to be reasonable.
It's an attempt to show that there are still sensible people out there and that we are not willing to leave the net to the haters. Don't know if I have explained that well enough - it IS a great group, members will also support each other when things get a bit too rough - which, sadly, is bound to happen.
Each night, one of the moderators will start a "campfire" where they'll post about the past day, post thoughts - and people can chime in with their own.

Last night, one of the moderators posted one and added a link to NMA's "Vagabonds" - and then quite a few people replied with links to other NMA songs or simply stating their love for the band.  :)

Shouldn't come as a surprise in a group like that, come to think of it - but I really love it and thought I'd share.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on July 19, 2018, 06:01:16 PM
my tattoo making the main facebook page at terrys

https://www.instagram.com/p/BlZBIwKH5LL/?hl=en&taken-by=terrystattoostudio

Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Bunny on July 19, 2018, 06:05:37 PM
my tattoo making the main facebook page at terrys

https://www.instagram.com/p/BlZBIwKH5LL/?hl=en&taken-by=terrystattoostudio
Thats some impressive artwork Pol! Very impressed. Dare I ask how much?
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on July 19, 2018, 06:34:28 PM
my tattoo making the main facebook page at terrys

https://www.instagram.com/p/BlZBIwKH5LL/?hl=en&taken-by=terrystattoostudio

Bloody hell, Sir, that's superb!
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on July 19, 2018, 07:28:22 PM
Glad you like it. 
It was £350 including a £10 tip and yes it was fckn sore especially as it's on my inner bicep . It took about 4 hrs 30mins .
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Stephanie on July 20, 2018, 11:21:36 AM
my tattoo making the main facebook page at terrys

https://www.instagram.com/p/BlZBIwKH5LL/?hl=en&taken-by=terrystattoostudio
Wow, this IS impressive!!!!!
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: cthulhu on July 20, 2018, 12:28:49 PM
Dr. Satan!!!
Well it reminds me of him, from the Devil's Rejects Movie.
Cool tattoo!
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on July 20, 2018, 01:39:21 PM
It's immortan joe from mad max fury road
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on July 23, 2018, 07:15:53 PM
Nice one Pol - dunno if we will recognize you now with all your new ink  ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on July 24, 2018, 04:03:13 PM
I'm sure you would lol
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on July 25, 2018, 04:29:03 PM
School Is Out !

Did my last day in Nursery today and next term I will be in Year 2.

Bring on the holidays !!!

 8)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on July 25, 2018, 08:01:56 PM

For me, today, finding out that a band that you've loved for a long time, seen live many times and genuinely thought had split up is, in fact, still together, there's a new tune on Youtube and they have a new album out in a few weeks!   :D

In this case, it's Alkaline Trio, new album out at the end of August and tour dates imminent.  Here's the new track if anyone's interested...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1yJzptD4oVA

 :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on July 31, 2018, 08:36:39 PM

Yay me!  Just landed a new job (that pays quite a bit more than i've been making over the last year or two)...  I can now start making plans for the rest of the year in terms of forthcoming gigs and fun stuff!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bzmYLwkyHLQ

 ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on July 31, 2018, 10:02:24 PM
Nice one mate , you deserve a change of luck 
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Post by: Master Ray on July 31, 2018, 10:30:42 PM
Nice one mate , you deserve a change of luck

Cheers, pal. 
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: jc on August 01, 2018, 08:03:25 AM
Congratulations MR, see you at a gig soon then.

Cheers

jc
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on August 01, 2018, 09:59:13 AM

Yay me!  Just landed a new job (that pays quite a bit more than i've been making over the last year or two)...  I can now start making plans for the rest of the year in terms of forthcoming gigs and fun stuff!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bzmYLwkyHLQ

 ;D

Yay ! Go You !
Enjoy your new job and the cashola that goes with it !
 :)
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Post by: Master Ray on August 01, 2018, 06:50:46 PM

Cheers guys.
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Post by: lotus on August 04, 2018, 04:12:41 PM
Perhaps only 4 weeks and then I have a fast internet connection :)
No longer sleepy 2 mb download (uploading something - forget it), 100 mb ....
Fast enough to watch (or download) the concert gigs the mediathek of german tv offers (arte, 3sat, wdr) - and there are a lot  - without using yt  ;D
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on August 06, 2018, 07:56:17 PM

Yay me!  Just landed a new job (that pays quite a bit more than i've been making over the last year or two)...  I can now start making plans for the rest of the year in terms of forthcoming gigs and fun stuff!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bzmYLwkyHLQ

 ;D

Das ist fantastisch  ;D :-*
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Post by: Master Ray on August 06, 2018, 08:27:42 PM

Yay me!  Just landed a new job (that pays quite a bit more than i've been making over the last year or two)...  I can now start making plans for the rest of the year in terms of forthcoming gigs and fun stuff!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bzmYLwkyHLQ

 ;D

Das ist fantastisch  ;D :-*

Thanks Anna, first day today and, damn, so much to learn!  It's all a bit technical and I was always a bit more of an English and History person at school rather than Science or Technology... but I think I landed the gig thanks to being a rather good bullshitter and I'm pretty sure I can bullshit my way through it!  Head = a bit battered tonight, a couple of large brandies and an early night will help... thanks for the goodwill message, me duck!
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Post by: Stephanie on August 07, 2018, 02:48:42 PM

Yay me!  Just landed a new job (that pays quite a bit more than i've been making over the last year or two)...  I can now start making plans for the rest of the year in terms of forthcoming gigs and fun stuff!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bzmYLwkyHLQ

 ;D

Das ist fantastisch  ;D :-*

Thanks Anna, first day today and, damn, so much to learn!  It's all a bit technical and I was always a bit more of an English and History person at school rather than Science or Technology... but I think I landed the gig thanks to being a rather good bullshitter and I'm pretty sure I can bullshit my way through it!  Head = a bit battered tonight, a couple of large brandies and an early night will help... thanks for the goodwill message, me duck!
First days are always tough! Belated congrats on the new job and I hope you'll enjoy it.  :)

More cash...more shows - maybe even roadtrips to Germany?  ;D
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Post by: Bunny on August 07, 2018, 09:59:34 PM

Yay me!  Just landed a new job (that pays quite a bit more than i've been making over the last year or two)...  I can now start making plans for the rest of the year in terms of forthcoming gigs and fun stuff!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bzmYLwkyHLQ

 ;D
A very belated well done mate. Been a bit busy and Im on holiday with the missus and the kids. I really love North Wales and Im very happy at the moment  :)
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Post by: Master Ray on August 07, 2018, 10:19:17 PM

Spent many happy holidays in North Wales, bloody love the place, where you at?
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Post by: Bunny on August 08, 2018, 05:57:25 AM
In Rhyl mate, although Prestatyn is just as close to where we stay. Theres loads for the kids and the littlun has decided he owns the beach now. Great place and we've had good weather for the last three years. All good  :)
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Post by: Stephanie on August 08, 2018, 08:02:49 AM
Enjoy your holiday!
I really, really love North Wales and have spent many a happy holiday there...feeling a bit "homesick" now.
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Post by: dilla on August 08, 2018, 11:27:52 AM

Spent many happy holidays in North Wales, bloody love the place, where you at?
Hi MR.Noticed Barmouth in your top 5 seaside resorts.I live there so next time you pop down pm me and we can go for a beer.
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Post by: Master Ray on August 08, 2018, 06:54:52 PM
In Rhyl mate, although Prestatyn is just as close to where we stay. Theres loads for the kids and the littlun has decided he owns the beach now. Great place and we've had good weather for the last three years. All good  :)

My Auntie used to own a caravan in a lovely park just outside of Abergele (she's dead now, which is inconvenient seeing as I'd love to go back...) spent many fun weekends there.  Lovely part of the country...
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Post by: Master Ray on August 08, 2018, 06:59:44 PM

Spent many happy holidays in North Wales, bloody love the place, where you at?
Hi MR.Noticed Barmouth in your top 5 seaside resorts.I live there so next time you pop down pm me and we can go for a beer.

Haven't been back in many years... I'd love to but if you're reliant on public transport it's a bit of a pain to get to!  I must make the effort one day, though, too many happy memories to mention...

Now this is funny... I'm Forum friends (on anther bands Forum) with a chap who owns a hotel in Barmouth, I'll dig out the name of the hotel, can't remember it right now.

And does Greg still have The Last Inn?   ;D

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Post by: Red on August 08, 2018, 07:22:55 PM
Red Sky Coven back together and I've got tickets for Bury

Nothing else to say :) :) :) :)
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Post by: dilla on August 08, 2018, 07:26:35 PM

Spent many happy holidays in North Wales, bloody love the place, where you at?
Hi MR.Noticed Barmouth in your top 5 seaside resorts.I live there so next time you pop down pm me and we can go for a beer.

Haven't been back in many years... I'd love to but if you're reliant on public transport it's a bit of a pain to get to!  I must make the effort one day, though, too many happy memories to mention...

Now this is funny... I'm Forum friends (on anther bands Forum) with a chap who owns a hotel in Barmouth, I'll dig out the name of the hotel, can't remember it right now.

And does Greg still have The Last Inn?   ;D
Greg indeed still has the Last Inn.Ended up there last night :D
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Post by: Bunny on August 10, 2018, 08:42:15 PM
One good turn deserves another.....the lady at the taxi rank in Prestatyn has given little man some sweets everytime we caught a taxi back to base. So we decided to get her some flowers as a thank you. I dont think Ive seen anyone  I dont know so pleased at a gift. Kinda made me very happy  :)
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Post by: Master Ray on August 10, 2018, 09:34:37 PM
One good turn deserves another.....the lady at the taxi rank in Prestatyn has given little man some sweets everytime we caught a taxi back to base. So we decided to get her some flowers as a thank you. I dont think Ive seen anyone  I dont know so pleased at a gift. Kinda made me very happy  :)

It's nice to make a little gesture that makes someone so happy, isn't it?  I wish it would catch on more in this somewhat depressing world...
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Post by: Stephanie on August 14, 2018, 09:54:43 AM
One good turn deserves another.....the lady at the taxi rank in Prestatyn has given little man some sweets everytime we caught a taxi back to base. So we decided to get her some flowers as a thank you. I dont think Ive seen anyone  I dont know so pleased at a gift. Kinda made me very happy  :)
:) :) :) What a sweet thing to do!
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Post by: Pol on August 16, 2018, 07:13:36 PM
My new impurity poster lol , couldn't resist
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Post by: Ghosttrain on August 30, 2018, 09:05:00 AM
Just read Long Strange Trip Documentary about Grateful Dead (prev.only avail.Amazon Prime ) is to be released on DVD ...............yahoo.. :)   8)  :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on September 08, 2018, 09:48:36 PM

Just got an unexpected tax rebate!  A few hundred quid!   :D
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Post by: Pol on September 11, 2018, 06:09:49 PM
Another tattoo day for me . Sadly never got it quite finished.
Fyi predator  calf on outer right calf . Im about 5 hours in n still have about a hour left . Next appointment 2 weeks today .
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Ghosttrain on September 11, 2018, 07:37:52 PM
Wow fate, i am going to watch Predator on TV tonight (yes another film i have never seen).........Hope it's as good as your tattoos............ 8)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on September 11, 2018, 08:48:57 PM
Wow fate, i am going to watch Predator on TV tonight (yes another film i have never seen).........Hope it's as good as your tattoos............ 8)

I prefer Predator 2...  ;)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on September 11, 2018, 08:55:35 PM
Predator is awesome  , one of the best ever imo
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Post by: Master Ray on September 11, 2018, 10:09:16 PM
New Predator movie out now, trailer here... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=50_Ala5BKBo

Aw, it might not look all that good from the trailer but it's written and directed by Shane Black (writer of Lethal Weapon 1 and 2, The Last Boy Scout, the Long Kiss Goodnight, and the somewhat forgotten The Monster Squad) and that same gentleman directed two other superb films, Kiss Kiss Bang Bang and The Nice Guys, so I'm hopeful... seeing it this weekend and me and my mate might sneak a couple of beers into the cinema with us!   ;)
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Post by: Bunny on September 13, 2018, 03:18:54 PM
Wow fate, i am going to watch Predator on TV tonight (yes another film i have never seen).........Hope it's as good as your tattoos............ 8)

I prefer Predator 2...  ;)
Both good movies. I also liked Predators and the AVP films
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on September 13, 2018, 06:23:23 PM
my tattoo so far , as always a massive thanks to rory n all the staff at terrys glasgow

https://www.instagram.com/p/BnozxOmnpqa/?hl=en&taken-by=roryd1982
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Post by: Master Ray on September 13, 2018, 07:17:29 PM
Excellent work, as ever, Pol!
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Post by: Bunny on September 15, 2018, 10:58:51 PM
In deepest Hampshire with two old friends. Chilllled out
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Post by: Ghosttrain on September 16, 2018, 08:45:15 AM
Probably does'nt sound like a big deal (it was massive to me),as i have posted elsewhere i am waiting for 2 new hip replacement operations.After visiting the Hospital last week that is not going to happen,my blood test results came back and there are problems i am going in for tests etc.Anyway back to my happy event,after being house bound for the best part of 4 months a couple of mates managed to get me out of my flat and into their car.We went for a drive by the coast then in to the country visited 5 Pubs,weather great,out for for 5 hours.As i said does'nt sound like much,but we had a great time,made me feel 100 times better......... :)  :)
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Post by: jc on September 16, 2018, 09:52:04 AM
Nice one Ghostie, that story makes me happy, all the best.

Cheers

jc
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Post by: Ghosttrain on September 16, 2018, 10:16:01 AM
Thank you very much jc............
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on September 16, 2018, 04:03:59 PM
17 jars of blackberry and apple jam for the price of 3 bags of sugar.

scrumptastic !

 :D
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Post by: Bunny on September 21, 2018, 11:08:16 AM
My NMA Marquee shirt arrived  8)
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Post by: Master Ray on September 21, 2018, 07:32:06 PM

Getting home to find, as expected, two new albums pushed through my letterbox, two albums from a couple of my favourite 90's bands, Therapy? and Suede.  Both released on the same day.  Truly, my cup runneth over...

Just in case you fancy a listen, here's 'Don't Be Afraid If Nobody Loves You' from the Suede one...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oi6DViA7Xuo

... and one from Therapy?, 'Callow', a bit more hard rocking.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JLFQZ9tfRI4&t=73s

Listen.  Or not.  Whatever's good with you.   ;)
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Post by: Pol on September 26, 2018, 09:52:18 AM
my finished predator tattoo . yet again thanks to rory n all the staff at terrys glasgow .

https://www.instagram.com/p/BoKHFw_DPDn/?hl=en&taken-by=roryd1982
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Post by: Master Ray on September 26, 2018, 06:25:39 PM
my finished predator tattoo . yet again thanks to rory n all the staff at terrys glasgow .

https://www.instagram.com/p/BoKHFw_DPDn/?hl=en&taken-by=roryd1982

Excellent!
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Post by: Shush on September 26, 2018, 09:53:41 PM
1st class work, great shading gives depth, faultless. Your skin is starting to become valuable Pol  ;)
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Post by: Rusco on September 27, 2018, 07:32:04 AM
Cool tat, Pol.

Also nice to find you guys n' gals here again.  :)

I've been trying to cope with my quite bad resources. Saving for eyeglasses. Yea, I need them nowadays as my seeing has gone worse. But it feels like there's gonna be hope in a future. I should do logging a hell lot at our yard, but also at my father's holiday place during new year celebrities. My right foot has some muscle tension/ problems but I go for a physiotherapist at times.

Hullo, love ya all there.
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Post by: Pol on September 27, 2018, 11:34:31 AM
Cheers guys
Get well soon rusco
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Post by: Master Ray on September 27, 2018, 06:38:19 PM

Hey rusco, nice to hear back from you.  All the best, mate.
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Post by: Rusco on October 11, 2018, 06:57:42 PM
Cheers. It feels like a warm, nostalgic home to visit here again. ;)

I just placed an order to the shop. The 3 singles album by Justin and a horse tee. Cool.
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Post by: Master Ray on October 21, 2018, 06:00:18 PM
Lovely weekend with me Dad (evil stepmother in tow, just kidding, love her to bits) in my favourite seaside town, Barmouth... as your loved ones age and get ever closer to the end, days like this become ever more important.  And this weekend was a cracker.

(sorry I missed meeting you there dilla, as I said in my PM, next time, eh?   ;) )
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Post by: Pol on October 21, 2018, 07:37:08 PM
Congratulations to Marc Marquez on his 5th MotoGp title . At the age of 25 it's his 5th title in his 6th season of racing that class , added to his 125 and moto2 titles he is surely on track to become 1 of the best ever. 
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on October 26, 2018, 09:43:59 AM
End of term  :)

Bring on the pumpkins !  :)

Time to make the crimbo cakes  :)

Time to go mega-ape-shite-crazy and pack in loads of college work while I can  :(
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Post by: Pol on October 26, 2018, 03:43:40 PM
so devils night is on the way . what better reason to get a tattoo .

https://www.instagram.com/p/BpYyMXdjk0t/?hl=en&taken-by=roryd1982
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Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on October 26, 2018, 06:45:07 PM
so devils night is on the way . what better reason to get a tattoo .

https://www.instagram.com/p/BpYyMXdjk0t/?hl=en&taken-by=roryd1982

he's a bit good that Rory  :)

you got any room left Pol  :-*  ;D
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Post by: Pol on October 26, 2018, 07:11:20 PM
If I win the lottery I'll get the rest of my body done lol
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on October 28, 2018, 02:21:57 PM
1st of many christmas cake mixtures soaking in spiced rum......
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Post by: witch on November 19, 2018, 06:35:48 PM
tix for  cologne and orrder for the night of 1000 voices :) :)
cheers witch
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Post by: Bunny on November 24, 2018, 09:05:13 PM
A trip to the North East and back to see my team lose 8-2 in the strangest game of footy Ive ever watched. Loved every minute!
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Post by: Pol on December 05, 2018, 09:10:03 PM
Killie go top of the league, probably the first time in my lifetime we have been top in December, ok we have played a extra game or two on some teams but who cares.  We head to parkhead (celtic) on Saturday. 
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Post by: Bunny on December 06, 2018, 08:30:57 AM
Two weeks til my journey upwards  8)
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Post by: Ghosttrain on December 06, 2018, 11:50:48 AM
Heady times indeed Pol.............
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Post by: Master Ray on December 06, 2018, 06:11:24 PM
Two weeks til my journey upwards  8)

I also cannot wait... deffo a highlight of this or any year...  :D
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Post by: Bunny on December 06, 2018, 07:31:25 PM
Two weeks til my journey upwards  8)

I also cannot wait... deffo a highlight of this or any year...  :D
It seems to take ages between. Then you get tickets and ita here and gone before you know it!
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on December 12, 2018, 04:44:25 PM
last performance of our class nativity today.

 :)
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Post by: Bunny on December 14, 2018, 12:55:44 AM
Works xmas do. I work with some really good people.
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Post by: Master Ray on December 14, 2018, 07:33:26 PM
Works xmas do. I work with some really good people.

I gave mine a miss.  A few good folks there but also some cu... mpletely unlikeable people.   ;)

I'm happy on my sofa with some brandy, trawling the internet and listening to music... and of course, communicating with people like yourself, far finer folks!   :)
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Post by: Stephanie on December 17, 2018, 09:57:50 AM
Works xmas do. I work with some really good people.

I gave mine a miss.  A few good folks there but also some cu... mpletely unlikeable people.   ;)

I'm happy on my sofa with some brandy, trawling the internet and listening to music... and of course, communicating with people like yourself, far finer folks!   :)
I hear you, Master Ray - I did attend ours; it was quite ok, actually, got to sit with some of the "good" people - but, as per usual, after a few drinks certain people, amongst them from the management, started their usual "banter", consisting mostly of more or less racial and sexist slurs. Pathetic.

BUT...I did get to drive (and take home) one of the company cars...the TESLA SUV. Now that was quite an experience... :D
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Post by: witch on December 19, 2018, 07:58:11 PM
Good Eve at all  my xsmas pressie - personal NMA-Zippo Chrome brushed. 
So really glad can't say...Hooray 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 

(http://i64.tinypic.com/33l032g.jpg)
(http://i68.tinypic.com/30sk1f8.jpg)
(http://i65.tinypic.com/2h5jwww.jpg)



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Post by: Pol on December 19, 2018, 09:21:45 PM
Well jealous, tho not been a smoker it wouldn't be much use
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Post by: Ghosttrain on December 20, 2018, 09:57:51 AM
That really is rather special......... 8)
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Post by: sparks68uk on December 21, 2018, 12:42:55 AM
Can someone tell me how to show a picture with my message ,had a few shandies ,but honestly don't think being sober would help.Not got a clue,tried everything????  I'm trying to copy a pic from off my laptop, tried the insert image button and then within the two [img] brackets pasting the pic, no dice??????
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Stephanie on December 21, 2018, 11:49:23 AM
Awesome present, Witch!  :)
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Post by: Master Ray on December 21, 2018, 07:56:35 PM
Can someone tell me how to show a picture with my message ,had a few shandies ,but honestly don't think being sober would help.Not got a clue,tried everything????  I'm trying to copy a pic from off my laptop, tried the insert image button and then within the two [img] brackets pasting the pic, no dice??????

I also wouldn't mind an explanation as to how you can do that.   :o
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Post by: Master Ray on December 29, 2018, 10:33:14 PM

A chicken and mushroom biryani at my favourite local Indian restaurant with me Dad...
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Post by: Stephanie on January 02, 2019, 12:11:45 PM
Ok, I think I workedthe phot sharing thing out...what you need to do is, you need to upload the photo you want to share to a page like Flickr- this is what I am using as I still had that account.

Once it's there, click on the phot, use the arrow symbol, then tell it to generate the BBCode. Copy that code and simply paste it into the post (you don't have to use the image function the forum provides). Oh, and it will let you choose the size of the photo you share.

I know there is another way - but I can't remember how that worked.

So, as my test pic I'll add one of our current 3 dogs.

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7827/46570036261_2d9d1f3d29_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2dXeBiF)Kronos_walkies (https://flic.kr/p/2dXeBiF) by farsideofcrazy2 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/farsideofcrazy2/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on January 20, 2019, 08:50:54 PM

A week off work!  So seeing as it's my sodding Birthday on Tuesday (and, if I could afford it, I'd go to the other side of the world to avoid the damn thing!), I'm having a trip to that there London town, heading out tomorrow morning.  Really looking forward to it...   :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Ghosttrain on January 21, 2019, 07:11:51 AM
Happy Birthday for Tuesday................have a good one.. :)
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Post by: Pol on January 22, 2019, 08:43:11 PM
The big 50 Ray lol soz
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Post by: Master Ray on January 22, 2019, 11:20:05 PM
The big 50 Ray lol soz

The Big 49 actually, dude... I'm still young!   :-\
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Post by: Stephanie on January 23, 2019, 01:05:45 PM
The big 50 Ray lol soz

The Big 49 actually, dude... I'm still young!   :-\
Hey, I am hitting the big 50 next month...and I know I'm still young...so no worries.  ;) Plus, the alternative to getting a year older isn't all that desirable, right?  :)

Happy belated birthday, hope you had a great time in London and and even better year ahead of you!  :) :) :)
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Post by: Master Ray on January 23, 2019, 07:33:46 PM

Cheers, Steph... yup, had a cracking couple of days in old Londonium, always do...
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Post by: Ghosttrain on January 24, 2019, 09:03:29 AM
The big 50 a distant memory.......... ::)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on January 24, 2019, 07:02:01 PM
The big 50 a distant memory.......... ::)

It's all relative, isn't it?  I was talking with a work pal the other day who expressed some concern and anxiety about his age... the little bastard is 28.    ::)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Ghosttrain on January 24, 2019, 07:19:19 PM
Totally agree,......mind  8).......body :(...........as Levs say '' only one way of life and that's your own''.....
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Post by: lotus on January 25, 2019, 02:41:54 PM
The "big" 50 ?
There`s a german pop-song: Mit 66 Jahren, da fängt das Leben an  (Udo Jürgens) :D

Today I`m happy with my new cheap and not smart hd 24 " - tv (and pc monitor mode) - 3 tuners and dvd-player, too
(my christmas wish 2018 ..)

Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Stephanie on January 30, 2019, 09:44:19 AM
The "big" 50 ?
There`s a german pop-song: Mit 66 Jahren, da fängt das Leben an  (Udo Jürgens) :D

Good old Udo Jürgens...childhood memories.  ;D Yep, really not bothered by any of this.

Ghosttrain - it's cute, isn't it? All thos kids who are so worried about how old they are?!  8) I do, however, see their point: to get older and still be as cool as we are...are they going to ever achieve that?  ;D

So...I guess I am indeed happy that I'm feeling fine and am still able to do the fun stuff I like...happy and grateful.  :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Ghosttrain on January 30, 2019, 12:00:01 PM
Totally agree........... 8)
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Post by: witch on February 17, 2019, 12:19:43 AM
I'm in love with ChuckD :-*
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Post by: ChuckD on February 17, 2019, 12:22:19 AM
I‘m in love with witch too❤️❤️❤️ Luv U Babe ❤️❤️❤️
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: witch on March 13, 2019, 01:51:59 PM
Ive got my 1 piercing yesterday
at I wish a nice day
cheers witch
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on March 13, 2019, 09:09:11 PM
Do you mean 1st piercing Inga  ??
Got a tattoo consultation tomorrow for a colour realism portrait. 1st visit to this studio so see what happens.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on March 13, 2019, 09:27:45 PM
Do you mean 1st piercing Inga  ??
Got a tattoo consultation tomorrow for a colour realism portrait. 1st visit to this studio so see what happens.

Bloody hell, Pol, I've seen your tattoos, where the heck are you having THIS one?   ;)  ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on March 14, 2019, 09:47:21 AM
On my inner left calf next to the crow tattoo, this has a connection with the crow kinda lol .
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on March 14, 2019, 08:08:04 PM
On my inner left calf next to the crow tattoo, this has a connection with the crow kinda lol .

Good luck with that mate... any more tats and you'll somehow have to grow an extra leg or something!   ;)  ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: paule on March 14, 2019, 10:02:54 PM

Had my first tattoo on Tuesday at 52 years old.

Wanted T+C for best part of 30 years, now got it on right arm courtesy of Joolz.

One happy bunny! :) :)
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Post by: Pol on March 14, 2019, 10:51:25 PM
Is that the one on joolz's Instagram just now  ??
Made an appointment for the 29th of this month, happy with the price quoted , artist wants to build up a portfolio of colour realism portraits so he is discounting the price .
Link to his Instagram.

https://www.instagram.com/dominictattoos/
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: paule on March 15, 2019, 07:05:39 PM

Yes it is.
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Post by: Bunny on March 15, 2019, 07:55:57 PM
4 days ago my mom was rushed into hospital at 3am with bacterial meningitis. From being able to talk albeit in pain, an hour later, she was twitching and rambling before her body started to shut down.
Ive been to hospital everyday since. Today, she's awake and able to recognise me and hold very confused conversations as she comes out of sedation and four days sleep. She has a long way to go and we dont know any long term effects yet. But by god, the hospital have been fantastic. I think she was on the verge of death, now she's one the road to recovery. Absolutely amazing.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on March 15, 2019, 08:01:53 PM

Aw heck, mate, glad she's... well, if not out of the woods, then at least on the right path out of there.

God bless the NHS and all who sail in her.   :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on March 15, 2019, 08:22:01 PM
Hope you're mum is gonna be alright. My thoughts are with you both.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Ghosttrain on March 16, 2019, 08:43:03 AM
Hope all goes well for your Mum.......
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Post by: Ghosttrain on March 16, 2019, 08:50:51 PM
Finally managed to get out with the help of my mate,first time out of my Flat for 3 weeks after my second hip replacement operation.He took me shopping then went for a cup of tea at a beach side van............does'nt sound very exciting i'm sure....but for me a great day........... :)
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Post by: Ghosttrain on March 24, 2019, 07:26:19 PM
Spring is sprung (so i hope ) a couple of my mates came round to see me ,managed to get me up on the roof.Only the second time out after my second hip op........plenty of beers,plenty of sun and plenty music loads of NMA incl.one of my mates has become a huge fan after seeing them at A New Day Festival a couple of years back..............a great afternoon had by all  :)  :)  :)..........
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Post by: Pol on March 26, 2019, 09:41:34 PM
Tattoo on Friday, different artist this time , my first tattoo by him , a bit nervous about the result but his Instagram looks good .
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on March 30, 2019, 10:14:40 AM
https://www.instagram.com/polmuldoon/p/BvoO_S7AF_g/?utm_source=ig_share_sheet&igshid=sftdf2y82q5z

New tattoo.  I really like it, best 1 of far  ??
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on March 30, 2019, 08:17:19 PM
https://www.instagram.com/polmuldoon/p/BvoO_S7AF_g/?utm_source=ig_share_sheet&igshid=sftdf2y82q5z

New tattoo.  I really like it, best 1 of far  ??

As a fan of old Christopher Lee Dracula movies, rest assured, I am applauding.   :D
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Post by: witch on March 30, 2019, 10:32:48 PM
Today  is    my bday
Nice eve
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Post by: Master Ray on March 30, 2019, 11:30:43 PM
Today  is    my bday
Nice eve

Well, Happy Birthday to you, Witch!

Here's a creepy and, dare I say it, slightly 'witchy' version of the Birthday Song...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wKOvqounpR0

 ;)  x

Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Ghosttrain on March 31, 2019, 10:17:45 AM
Happy Birthday.......hope you had a great day... :)
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Post by: Master Ray on March 31, 2019, 06:56:22 PM

Spending Mothers Day with me dear old Mum.  Didn't do anything special.  But I have a few good friends who'd love to do the same but their Mums are, sadly, gone now.   :-\
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Stephanie on April 02, 2019, 11:49:10 AM
https://www.instagram.com/polmuldoon/p/BvoO_S7AF_g/?utm_source=ig_share_sheet&igshid=sftdf2y82q5z

New tattoo.  I really like it, best 1 of far  ??
Woah, impressive - I like it a lot!!!!

Witch, belated happy birthday to you, my dear, I hope you had a lovely day.  :)

Ghosttrain, I hope the hip is healing well - I am very happy to hear you have such awesome frends who help you to be out and about a bit.  :)
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Post by: Ghosttrain on April 02, 2019, 11:56:41 AM
Thank you.....it's at times like this you appreciate true friendship... :)
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Post by: Pol on April 02, 2019, 08:40:01 PM
Thanks
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Post by: Pol on April 05, 2019, 08:57:22 PM
New album in the "can" apparently.  ( official Facebook page)
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Post by: Pol on April 23, 2019, 08:13:59 PM
Apologies for posting this but it made laugh.
Bit of context.  Kilmarnock had 3 men sent off at the weekend the guy u hear shouting is gordan  sawyer local nutter .
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on April 27, 2019, 06:31:49 PM
Postcode Lottery !!!!

 :o :o :o

Kerrrrcccchiinnnggg !!!!
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Post by: Pol on May 11, 2019, 08:23:36 AM
Tattoo
https://www.instagram.com/p/BxSsooyDxO5/?utm_source=ig_share_sheet&igshid=17quyfzfjrzty
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Post by: Pol on May 11, 2019, 05:33:56 PM
More tattoo more
https://www.instagram.com/p/BxU4VQMj_-0/?utm_source=ig_share_sheet&igshid=11tqinu9cywpn
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on May 11, 2019, 11:00:13 PM

Damn, that's some fine work right there Sir!   :D
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Post by: Tony S on May 16, 2019, 03:45:40 PM
Just 3 months till we hear "From Here", and get to admire the amazing new artwork by Joolz :)
From the images that have been shared, I think it could be the most beautiful NMA album cover ever !
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Post by: Shush on May 16, 2019, 04:48:29 PM
Yes, it is quite eye catching. I imagine Brixton will be working on a new matching graphic for the forum soon.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on May 16, 2019, 06:50:50 PM
Just 3 months till we hear "From Here", and get to admire the amazing new artwork by Joolz :)
From the images that have been shared, I think it could be the most beautiful NMA album cover ever !

Amazing new artwork indeed, I'll be happy to have that one on a T-shirt!
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Post by: Pol on May 21, 2019, 10:56:24 AM
Jamie fkn Oliver's restaurant chain going bust, hope he ends up down n out . Sorry to the innocent who lost there jobs tho . Karma for fkn with our irn bru
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Post by: Stephanie on May 31, 2019, 12:32:22 PM
30 more minutes and I'll be off work for 2 weeks.  :D

Tons to do in the garden...that makes me feel a bit desperate - but it will be nice to be able to stay up late, sleep in - and enjoy time with the doggies...and the bunnies and guinea pigs as well.

We have had some losses in the pet section, which I mourn...but this always means there is room for another por soul in need of a home, so I try to look at it that way.

And seeing how happy the furry ones are makes me happy...so I guess it's all good.

Wishing all you lovely people a wonderful weekend.  :)
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Post by: Master Ray on June 04, 2019, 07:53:10 PM

OK, for all these folks who think that The Dreaded Facebook  is an evil somewhere between 'fascism' and 'people who ride their bikes at high speed on the pavement with scant regard for pedestrians' (both parties, I will add, have their own place in Hell)...

Got a friend request today... I never get friend requests, my FB circle of chums is very select!  And it was from an old friend from the 90's who I genuinely believed was dead.  We were very involved in the local band circuit back then and we always got along pretty well, even (briefly) dated for a bit.  And then she moved away.  And the next time I saw her was about five years later, ran into her in my town when she was visiting her parents and, damn, she looked awful.  Apparently she was battling eating disorders and drug abuse and, shit, she looked like she had one foot in the grave.  A gorgeous girl now looking like a skeleton, brown teeth, huge bags under her eyes, thick glasses because her eyesight was failing.   :'(

After that, nothing, none of our mutual friends heard anything from her and someone, one day, heard a rumour that she had died and I just took it as read. Bear in mind that is from days when social media wasn't so prevalent that you couldn't find anyone, anywhere...  :-\

So 'what made me happy' today was to get back in touch with her and hear that she's happy and healthy, she got over her problems and has a nice life nowadays.

See?  Social media has some upsides!   :D
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Post by: Ghosttrain on June 05, 2019, 08:27:03 AM
What a lovely story....... :)
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on June 07, 2019, 05:51:00 PM
 :)

I like that.
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Post by: witch on June 08, 2019, 10:21:16 AM
WGT Leipzig only  for NMA :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :)
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Post by: ldopas on June 09, 2019, 10:32:55 AM
30 more minutes and I'll be off work for 2 weeks.  :D

Tons to do in the garden...that makes me feel a bit desperate - but it will be nice to be able to stay up late, sleep in - and enjoy time with the doggies...and the bunnies and guinea pigs as well.

We have had some losses in the pet section, which I mourn...but this always means there is room for another por soul in need of a home, so I try to look at it that way.

And seeing how happy the furry ones are makes me happy...so I guess it's all good.

Wishing all you lovely people a wonderful weekend.  :)

That is good. You've just got to keep moving if bad things happen. Stay as and where you are and it never gets better. Keep on moving. Or as Churchill said:

"If you're going through hell, keep going."  :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Ghosttrain on June 14, 2019, 02:04:03 PM
Went out this morning on my own for the first time since my double hip replacement ops.Walked in to town to the Deli in the market,had a slice of their home made Pizza plus an ice cold bottle of lager............Heaven... 8)..mind you i am aching a bit now....
Title: Whatever makes you happy - today the lady from USA, who shared this...
Post by: 8 on June 24, 2019, 11:22:26 AM
Just came across  this (https://www.msn.com/en-ca/lifestyle/smart-living/im-an-american-who-moved-to-canada-—heres-why-ill-never-move-back/ar-AACLdOp?ocid=spartanntp)  very nice article, about someone who came up here with intentions to stay temporarily, but decided to root herself in The Great White North, for good.  As Canadians, we don't get to hear about stuff like this too often, so it's nice when we do.  Made me happy to learn that Canada is loved by (at least some of) our neighbours to the south.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Ghosttrain on June 24, 2019, 02:37:57 PM
Canada home to some of my all time music heroes...
Neil Young
Leonard Cohen
The Band
Le Vent Du Nord
Joni Mitchell
Gordon Lightfoot
 8)... 8)... 8)...
Title: Whatever makes you happy...
Post by: 8 on June 24, 2019, 10:08:35 PM
Canada home to some of my all time music heroes...
Neil Young
Leonard Cohen
The Band
Le Vent Du Nord
Joni Mitchell
Gordon Lightfoot
 8)... 8)... 8)...

Great list, Ghosttrain!  :D  Love everyone on it as also.  Am rather embarrassed to admit it, but that I've never heard of  Le Vent Du Nord.  Care to link me up with a song or two?  ???  Ghosttrain, you might also enjoy  Loreena (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ftWYMCylL3I) McKennitt, (https://www.youtube.com/user/quinlanroad/videos)  she's a bit different from everyone on your list, but still quite astonishing, brilliant - to say the least.   You might also enjoy another significant personal favourite Canadian folk artist of mine,  Bruce (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-w3VMcY0joo) Cockburn. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hfkNLVuP--k)   8)
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Post by: Ghosttrain on June 25, 2019, 08:21:56 AM
Hi 8,sorry can't post links complete Luddite with this computer stuff (i am known as the caveman to one of my friends)..but there is plenty of stuff on Youtube Music including a whole set from last years Shrewsbury Festival.. .I saw them when they played over here in Jersey many years ago,they are now popular on the Folk scene in U.K...Bruce Cockburn i know of,and enjoy some of his material,i shall check out the lady you mentioned..........always love discovering new (to me) music,thank you..........
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Post by: 8 on June 25, 2019, 08:39:05 AM
Hi 8,sorry can't post links complete Luddite with this computer stuff (i am known as the caveman to one of my friends)..but there is plenty of stuff on Youtube Music including a whole set from last years Shrewsbury Festival.. .I saw them when they played over here in Jersey many years ago,they are now popular on the Folk scene in U.K...Bruce Cockburn i know of,and enjoy some of his material,i shall check out the lady you mentioned..........always love discovering new (to me) music,thank you..........

No worries Ghosty, I'm a caveman myself, where modern technology is concerned.  8)  Been watching a few Le Vent Du Nord clips throughout the night, they're actually really good.  Still discovering much of their work, at the moment.  Big thanks for the heads-up on Le Vent Du Nord, Ghosttrain, I too love discovering artists/bands I've not heard of before.  Cheers!  :)
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Post by: Ghosttrain on June 25, 2019, 12:17:20 PM
Have just read Levellers free live stream of Glasto 94 set on Friday from 9.00 a.m.for one day only.......plus pre order 2 CD/1DVD of Glastonbury 94........ 8).....
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Post by: Ghosttrain on June 27, 2019, 12:56:38 PM
My new tattoo that i have just had done,nothing as grand as Pols............just a small Triskelion on my hand above my thumb and forefinger ..........i love it  :)....
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Post by: Pol on June 28, 2019, 12:36:54 PM
When you go for  a job interview with your nma shirt on lol . At least I made  a effort.  Interview went really I think, tho I was a sweat soaked wreck by the time I got there but us Scots are built for heat , anything over 20c n we melt
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on June 28, 2019, 07:16:46 PM
When you go for  a job interview with your nma shirt on lol . At least I made  a effort.  Interview went really I think, tho I was a sweat soaked wreck by the time I got there but us Scots are built for heat , anything over 20c n we melt

Hope the interview went well, mate.  More money = more NMA gigs, eh?   ;)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on June 28, 2019, 11:47:18 PM
Think it went well. Money not that great to begin with but it a trainee job to start of with, money will go up with experience. 
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Post by: witch on July 01, 2019, 07:24:18 PM
My 2 british short har cats
14 wee ks old
 :)
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Post by: Shush on July 03, 2019, 05:20:27 PM
Not sure why but a Supermarine Spitfire flew around my town about five times today. Sounded and looked wonderful.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on July 05, 2019, 03:35:56 PM
My 2 british short har cats
14 wee ks old
 :)


Photos please !

 :)
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on July 05, 2019, 03:39:09 PM
Four long years of study over.
Just the wait until 5th August for my final results...then I will be a qualified Psychotherapist.

hoorah ! Go Me !

 :)

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Post by: jc on July 05, 2019, 04:00:32 PM
Enjoy the summer Michelle  :)

Cheers

jc
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Post by: Shush on July 05, 2019, 08:31:24 PM
Four years of study over ! CSE maths was a struggle for me to  :D

But no, well done Wezzy. Must of been all the harder for you getting over your past health problems. 

Hope it leads you onto a rewarding job  ;)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on July 05, 2019, 09:03:04 PM
A certain someone getting found guilty. 
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on July 06, 2019, 02:16:19 PM
Enjoy the summer Michelle  :)

Cheers

jc

I will Jack, thank you.
 :-*
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on July 06, 2019, 02:18:48 PM
Four years of study over ! CSE maths was a struggle for me to  :D

But no, well done Wezzy. Must of been all the harder for you getting over your past health problems. 

Hope it leads you onto a rewarding job  ;)

It has been a long 4 years and yeah, it was hard work in all aspects. I'm soooo proud that I only missed 4 days at college in that whole time.

bring on the summer and the new horizons.

 :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Darkness on July 08, 2019, 04:31:13 PM
Hopefully buying my new house 😎
Offer put in, accepted. Now the people I'm buying from have to find a house and in a few weeks I will be moving to a new town.
5 years after moving out of my house I am on the verge of owning my own house again. Now I just need a financial settlement with my ex and the divorce can be finalised.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on July 16, 2019, 09:15:37 PM

I was very happy today to see that Alan Turing was chosen to be the face on the new £50 note.  A proper genius, a father of modern computer science whose work had a huge impact in ending World War 2 and was so badly mistreated afterwards due to his homosexuality, ending so sadly in his suicide at 41 years old.  The Queen might have pardoned him in 2013, but this is a proper justification for a truly brilliant man.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on August 06, 2019, 11:49:43 AM
Flippin over the moon and relieved.
 :)
Today I got my results to say that I am a fully qualified Psychotherapist.
It's been a very long (and eventfull) 4 years to get to this point.
Now to find a paid job to pay off the student loan.

 :)

Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Ghosttrain on August 06, 2019, 11:59:43 AM
Congratulations as the extremely hip Mr.Cliff Richards once said............ ;D.....no seriously well done, all that hard work has paid off,good luck for the future....
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on August 06, 2019, 12:09:49 PM
Congratulations as the extremely hip Mr.Cliff Richards once said............ ;D.....no seriously well done, all that hard work has paid off,good luck for the future....

Thanks mate.

I feel strangely light headed now I've passed !

Stress begone* ping !
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: cthulhu on August 06, 2019, 12:10:44 PM
Congratulations!
And hopefully you'll soon find a good job that will pay you appropriate for your qualification.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on August 06, 2019, 12:38:57 PM
Congratulations!
And hopefully you'll soon find a good job that will pay you appropriate for your qualification.

My thoughts exactly !
Thank you.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: jc on August 06, 2019, 06:07:03 PM
Congratulations Michelle.

Cheers

jc
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on August 06, 2019, 06:50:32 PM

The NMA Forum seems to be quite a lot livelier over the last couple of weeks than it has been in ages... so that earns a  :) from me!
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Bunny on August 06, 2019, 06:51:52 PM
Is their an album coming out?? ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on August 06, 2019, 06:54:19 PM
Is their an album coming out?? ;D

Not sure.  I don't think the band have mentioned anything.

Joking aside, it's not just about the new stuff coming out in a couple of weeks, it's a bunch of other stuff... just shows what a diverse and fine band of folks we are here!
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on August 06, 2019, 08:49:14 PM
Congratulations Michelle.

Cheers

jc

Thanks Jack.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Shush on August 06, 2019, 09:05:34 PM
Nice one Michelle. You deserve it.

Four year course,, I bet half of that was learning to to spell it as well as become one  :D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on August 07, 2019, 07:47:21 AM
Nice one Michelle. You deserve it.

Four year course,, I bet half of that was learning to to spell it as well as become one  :D

 ;D
 you got that right !
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Bunny on August 07, 2019, 09:18:54 PM
Ive visited a Neolithic Burial site today. Sun shining, Snowdonia staring down at us and absolute peace and quiet. Pretty much made my day.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on August 11, 2019, 08:48:10 PM

OK, I've made no secret of the fact that I think I live in a town full of dickheads.  Crewe, in South Cheshire, a grim place where everything seems to be closing down and the only thing that seems to be increasing in the number of homeless people.  Business is poor, the local government is pretty much bankrupt and it's a rare day when you don't see some example of physical or emotional violence committed on another human being because people are that drunk / angry / stupid etc...

But.  I don't suppose any of you have seen the UK news reports about the Beechmere fire?  Basically, a huge nursing home in Crewe caught fire, displacing a great many elderly folks, many of whom had Alzheimers or the like.  A clip beneath, you only need to watch a minute or two to get an idea about what I'm talking about...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hDCATTXb0bk

And what did 'my town full of dickheads' do..?  Responded massively and heroically.  There were rescue centres set up, asking for donations and, I swear, there were queues around the block, people giving anything they could spare or afford, vans unloading a big cargo of much-needed items, people donating money, you get the idea.

So, yeah, what 'made me happy' today?  Feeling a bit of pride for my hometown.  I can't remember the last time that happened.   :'(
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: ldopas on August 12, 2019, 05:39:57 AM

OK, I've made no secret of the fact that I think I live in a town full of dickheads.  Crewe, in South Cheshire, a grim place where everything seems to be closing down and the only thing that seems to be increasing in the number of homeless people.  Business is poor, the local government is pretty much bankrupt and it's a rare day when you don't see some example of physical or emotional violence committed on another human being because people are that drunk / angry / stupid etc...

But.  I don't suppose any of you have seen the UK news reports about the Beechmere fire?  Basically, a huge nursing home in Crewe caught fire, displacing a great many elderly folks, many of whom had Alzheimers or the like.  A clip beneath, you only need to watch a minute or two to get an idea about what I'm talking about...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hDCATTXb0bk

And what did 'my town full of dickheads' do..?  Responded massively and heroically.  There were rescue centres set up, asking for donations and, I swear, there were queues around the block, people giving anything they could spare or afford, vans unloading a big cargo of much-needed items, people donating money, you get the idea.

So, yeah, what 'made me happy' today?  Feeling a bit of pride for my hometown.  I can't remember the last time that happened.   :'(

A bit harsh there about Crewe MR. I do go there to the outskirts to get my car serviced every 25,000 miles. However I must admit to not going much further, as you have a crazy traffic system if memory serves me right. I've always thought the way into Crewe with the station and that tall depressing building behind it, which I think was British Rail gives it the welcome that you must feel entering Mordor!  ;)

But a couple of things to mention as I'm in a good mood today! You and I are lucky to live in Cheshire, one of the wealthiest counties in the UK. Whilst there are areas of deprivation like any county, we still live in a pretty decent county. As a person who was born and brought up in Sussex, lived in London for a decade for work and now works for myself from a Cheshire base...I like it!

As for people, I'm a glass half full person......well I try to be. The vast majority of people from whatever education, wealth bracket or "class" are decent I believe. I think any of us would step in, and it doesn't surprise me that people rally to the fire in Crewe. In the end we are all connected to the hopes and dreams of others which we can relate to easily.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on August 12, 2019, 07:25:59 PM

Good comment, mate.  And, yes, the traffic system in and around Crewe is just a nightmare... and probably always will be ;)

And you're right about Cheshire in general.  It's a decent place to live, you've got a couple of major cities very close by for the 'city life evenings out' and some lovely countryside not too far away.  I suppose I have a distorted view because I live right on the edge of one of the roughest parts of Crewe and I've seen some pretty nasty things, heck, I got the living crap kicked out of me a few years back in a random street attack...

But yeah, perhaps this incident should give me more faith in those 'people' things.  To quote the 1984 film Starman... 'Shall I tell you what I find beautiful about you? You are at your very best when things are worst...' 
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on August 14, 2019, 07:55:47 PM
Benji returns for a cpl of weeks ( he will piss  me off soon lol ) . Tattoo consultation booked for Friday.  Totally different artist whom I've followed on Instagram for a cpl of years .
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on August 25, 2019, 09:00:11 PM

Well, it's official... there is a 'Breaking Bad' movie coming out in October on Netflix...

https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2019/aug/25/netflix-announces-breaking-bad-film-starring-aaron-paul

And here's the teaser...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lZKqMVPlDg8

 :D

Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on August 29, 2019, 11:09:43 AM
https://www.officialcharts.com/chart-news/taylor-swift-s-lover-is-heading-straight-for-number-1-on-the-official-albums-chart__27135/

Skip past the Taylor Swift bit......


 :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: kabe on August 30, 2019, 11:36:26 AM
https://www.officialcharts.com/chart-news/taylor-swift-s-lover-is-heading-straight-for-number-1-on-the-official-albums-chart__27135/

Skip past the Taylor Swift bit......

 :)

you just made my day - thanks!
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on August 30, 2019, 11:59:04 AM
https://www.officialcharts.com/chart-news/taylor-swift-s-lover-is-heading-straight-for-number-1-on-the-official-albums-chart__27135/

Skip past the Taylor Swift bit......

 :)

you just made my day - thanks!


You're welcome.
 :-*
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: dilla on August 30, 2019, 05:21:52 PM
https://www.officialcharts.com/chart-news/taylor-swift-s-lover-is-heading-straight-for-number-1-on-the-official-albums-chart__27135/

Skip past the Taylor Swift bit......

 :)

you just made my day - thanks!*
Entered at No 13


You're welcome.
 :-*
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Bunny on September 04, 2019, 06:50:39 PM
Boris Johnson apparently saying to Corbyn "Call an Election, you big girl's blouse" made me chuckle.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Ghosttrain on September 05, 2019, 08:00:10 AM
He also called him A Chlorinated Chicken...... ;D.....
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Simon73 on September 11, 2019, 09:54:04 PM
My daughter Maya
she is always goodmood full of energy super clever and I love her
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Ghosttrain on October 04, 2019, 07:58:26 AM
I have just read on another site that i visit (not a member i just use it for info)...one of their members has just posted ''Going to see NMA in Southampton next week,have'nt seen them live since 1989''....i hope he enjoys it and posts comments..
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Ghosttrain on October 09, 2019, 08:37:29 AM
Well the guy who had'nt seen NMA since 1989 (see previous post),has posted a comment about the gig....said they were great,Justins voice still as good and powerful,did'nt know all of the songs,said they played a really rousing 51st.State.He is now going to catch up on the stuff he has missed.. 8)..
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: dilla on October 09, 2019, 02:10:49 PM
Could possibly be the guy I was chatting to in the smoking area.Forgot 51st state from setlist.oops. :D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Ghosttrain on October 09, 2019, 03:44:08 PM
Maybe ? all i know is his name is Adam and he is a Fairport Convention Fan...
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Rusco on October 25, 2019, 07:18:18 AM
I'm designing a pair of wooden stools including the vagabonds celtic logos engraved into them with a laser.
I'm constructing them at a college where I'm studying wood carpentry. The stools will be hexagonal and for own use.  :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Ghosttrain on November 08, 2019, 01:20:34 PM
Have just read The Mighty Levs have got a new studio album coming out in 2020.....four years in the making.let's hope it's good.. 8)..
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on November 08, 2019, 08:58:54 PM
Have just read The Mighty Levs have got a new studio album coming out in 2020.....four years in the making.let's hope it's good.. 8)..

Wow, just read that after posting a slightly disparaging post about The Levs on another thread... I was a fan right from when I saw them supporting NMA, I've bought all their albums since but been disappointed by the way they've sort of turned into their own tribute act, if you know what I mean, just trading on past glories...

Heck, I'd be delighted if they release another great album.  Let's not forget NMA have put out some of their very best stuff in their later years,,, maybe The Levs will follow in those footsteps and release their equivalent of BDAW, W or FH....  ???
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Ghosttrain on November 09, 2019, 08:06:32 AM
Lets hope so,a very good description of them becoming their own tribute band they have lived off Levelling The Land for far too long (imho)........we shall see.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on November 14, 2019, 03:33:51 PM
Last night in Bristol.
Brilliant set list.
Seeing Gazraf again.
Excellent night.

 :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on November 17, 2019, 10:37:44 AM
Loving this story.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/av/uk-northern-ireland-50434027/autumn-unveils-irish-forester-s-celtic-cross

 :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Ghosttrain on November 17, 2019, 12:01:36 PM
What an amazing idea,i wonder if it has been done elsewhere ?..
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on December 03, 2019, 07:34:02 PM

Getting drunk on a Tuesday afternoon with me best mate.   :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Bunny on December 06, 2019, 03:47:19 PM
A gorgeous little Chorgi called Max...my littlun's first dog.

Or Maximus, as Ive now christened him.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Red on December 07, 2019, 09:11:43 AM
Confirmation that the last 4 NMA gigs of 2019 have been confirmed :) :)

Hope to see some of ya in Brighton, Amsterdam, Koln or Nottingham :) :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: lotus on December 08, 2019, 08:19:27 PM
 :) :) :)
That means, Michael is fit enough and the critical problems are solved now

Confirmation that the last 4 NMA gigs of 2019 have been confirmed :) :)

Hope to see some of ya in Brighton, Amsterdam, Koln or Nottingham :) :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Bunny on January 06, 2020, 07:23:39 PM
Ive moved into my own rented flat. So peaceful its untrue. Im well relaxed and happy  :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on January 06, 2020, 07:30:42 PM

Ah, the joys of solitude.   ;)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on March 19, 2020, 12:16:16 AM

OK, now I'll say something that is completely self-centered and somewhat ignorant as to the disappointment of others, feel free to blast me for this one...   ::)

I'm skint at the moment and there were several gigs in the coming months that I'd resigned myself to not making it to.  Now, thanks to this Corona virus thing, they're all rescheduled to later in the year or next year (when, hopefully, my cash situation is better) so I might be able to make them after all...

Yes, I am a total a-hole for thinking this.   :-[   ;)


Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: fiddlesticks on March 19, 2020, 10:01:34 AM
Every cloud!

 :)

Someone bought us Ticketmaster vouchers for Christmas - they expire in December...

I wonder if I can buy more Ticketmaster vouchers with them...
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Stephanie on March 30, 2020, 11:46:09 AM

Yes, I am a total a-hole for thinking this.   :-[   ;)
Why would you even think you are? There really isn't anything wrong with looking for the best in what is otherwise a pretty bad situation - it is what everyone does....or should be doing.

I mean, knowing you - from what I can tell from your posts on here - you would never wish anyone harm. So it's totally fine to concentrate on what is good for you. Besides, the fact that you look at it this way won't make it any worse for anyone else.

It would be awesome if one of the positive outcome of this would be if some people got the chance to do things they wouldn't have been able to do otherwise  :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on April 03, 2020, 11:03:58 PM

Yes, I am a total a-hole for thinking this.   :-[   ;)
Why would you even think you are? There really isn't anything wrong with looking for the best in what is otherwise a pretty bad situation - it is what everyone does....or should be doing.

I mean, knowing you - from what I can tell from your posts on here - you would never wish anyone harm. So it's totally fine to concentrate on what is good for you. Besides, the fact that you look at it this way won't make it any worse for anyone else.

It would be awesome if one of the positive outcome of this would be if some people got the chance to do things they wouldn't have been able to do otherwise  :)

Thanks, Steph, to be fair this was posted before things got so serious!
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on April 16, 2020, 10:56:38 PM
Ok this should be in the what made u laugh thread.
  This might be a board first a reaction video. Fyi this is Chris from liverpool check and subscribe especially if you like heavy music. No spoilers just watch n enjoy
https://youtu.be/81MPiojKTac

Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on April 17, 2020, 08:33:27 AM
Being able to work/play/eat/rest in my garden everyday.

 :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on April 17, 2020, 09:41:43 AM
Enjoying walking about the local countryside,  plenty of quiet country roads to venture,  rocking my shorts , tattoos out ,headphones in, no given a fk
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on April 17, 2020, 04:15:10 PM
Enjoying walking about the local countryside,  plenty of quiet country roads to venture,  rocking my shorts , tattoos out ,headphones in, no given a fk

 8)

Sounds ace.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on April 17, 2020, 09:45:15 PM
Enjoying walking about the local countryside,  plenty of quiet country roads to venture,  rocking my shorts , tattoos out ,headphones in, no given a fk

Something quite similar for myself, where I'm living now is right on the edge of my town, I'm doing my best to keep with the self isolation thing but I can go for nice country walks and barely encounter other potentially infected folks.  And the weathers so lovely right now!   8)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on April 18, 2020, 03:36:25 PM
Yeah going walking is definitely good  , I'm more into the mental fitness side  , tho my calf muscles are getting there . I live in a valley so its mainly uphill on the way there even if I don't walk anywhere in particular , leave the phone at home,  I see more cyclists than cars .
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on April 27, 2020, 01:05:43 PM
Finised painting my kitchen at last !
It took me all week to do it, well to do the ceilings (twice), all the cutting in (twice) and emulsion the walls (twice and 3 times in places).

I changed from Tango Orange to a custardy yellow.

Next is to do the gloss work (haven't got any so will source that) then to put all the crap back that I cleared out into the front room. It looks like an episode of Hoarders in there !

Having the afternoon off now though.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Stephanie on May 12, 2020, 02:51:28 PM
Finised painting my kitchen at last !
It took me all week to do it, well to do the ceilings (twice), all the cutting in (twice) and emulsion the walls (twice and 3 times in places).

Wow, I'm impressed!!!There is so much stuff I should do in the house...and I never seem to get round to doing it, same as with most of the garden work. One day...one day...

But the reason I don't get round to doing it is also a reason for me to be happy - so I guess it's somehow alright?

As of February, the number of dogs in the house has risen to 5... :o No. 5 movd in as a foster dog, young guy with a really bad hip who needed a place to have and then recover from surgery. Well - he turned out to be such a charmer that we ended up adopting him...and it turned out that, while his hips ARE messed up, surgery wouldn't really be good at this point for a dog his size - and he is fine, it seems, doesn't need pain meds, we go for walks to build up muscles, he plays with the other dog his age and all that seems to be doing the trick. And he really is such a loveable clown...it makes me so happy just to have all of them around and to know they are, at least at this point in time, happy and healthy.

And then there's the 4 rabbits and 6 guinea pigs...ahem...also happy and healthy - full house, lots of work, lots of dirt, little money - but also lots of love.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on May 14, 2020, 12:21:14 AM
Walking and general fitness definitely getting better,  can put about 7 miles in most days now , lost some weight but its not easy,  bananas n slim fast gotta love them aye right
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: dilla on May 14, 2020, 10:34:11 AM
Can finally go fishing :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on May 14, 2020, 09:54:49 PM
Not normally a fan of this type of music but this made me laugh.
Alestrom  - fannybaws,  fannybaws is a popular Scottish insult fyi .
https://youtu.be/749wEN2cuFA
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: fiddlesticks on May 15, 2020, 10:29:10 AM
Heh.. I dusted off the old lump of steel resembling a mountain bike the other day and took it for a ride.

Best bit was when I was overtaken on an uphill stretch by an old man out jogging!
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on May 15, 2020, 09:57:44 PM
Seen a few "unfit" looking people out on there bikes lately,  I find it hard enough to walk up some of hills about here . Got a excellent walk in yesterday (for me anyway) didn't go too far today only done a hour .
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on June 28, 2020, 07:11:12 PM

True story... out for a walk today and, totally out of the blue, ran into an old friend who I haven't seen in about 25 years.  And, get this, he's been living about two minutes walk away from where I do.  Small world, innit?   :D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Ghosttrain on June 28, 2020, 09:00:16 PM
Strange is'nt it....i live on an Island 9 miles x 5 miles (45 sq.miles) and there are people i went to school with who i have never ever seen again in nearly 50 years....
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on June 30, 2020, 08:25:58 AM
I hit the 90 kilo mark ( just over 14 stone) . Was over 100k during lockdown ( about 16 stone) . The sacrifices haven't been as bad as expected,  enjoyed walking apart from the blisters but decent socks mainly sorted that. Seriously thinking about the gym when they reopen,  hoping nicola puts them before pubs . Posted a few walks from my tracker on my Facebook ( Pol Muldoon) if anyone interested. ( friends request accepted)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Ghosttrain on June 30, 2020, 09:12:16 AM
Have you tried those special walking socks ? they are like two socks in one the idea being one sock (the inner) rubs against the outer sock and not your foot.I got mine from Milletts or whatever they are called now this was pre Amazon days so i am sure they are probably more avail.these days.I found them very good,i used to do a lot of walking before i started falling to bits...two hip replacements and now surgery needed on my right knee.I even completed the annual round Island walk which is 48.1 miles over pretty challenging terrain cliff paths and the like.....keep up the good work.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on June 30, 2020, 07:49:38 PM
Yes I have some, would definitely recommend them,  there called 1000 mile socks . How long did it take to walk 48 miles , I know on half decent roads that's about 15/16 hours
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Ghosttrain on July 01, 2020, 09:55:53 AM
About 19 hours if i remember correctly,but as i said there are some pretty difficult cliff path parts very up and down and not smooth pretty stony/rocky at times............it was a challenge and all for charity so i'm glad i did it.A mate of mine up to a couple of years ago used to do it every year(he is a bit younger and obv.more fitter) once was enough for me thanks. :)......

p.s.yes they are the socks i was thinking of..
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on October 01, 2020, 07:59:31 PM

What makes me happy today... this old NMA forum seems to be a lot livelier than it's been in ages!   :D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Tarsier on October 02, 2020, 08:19:21 PM
MasterRay, that's true! I've been just visiting and reading this forum many years, until I finally decided to participate :) Makes me happy, to have a place like this where people seem to be friendly and respectful
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on October 03, 2020, 08:14:48 PM

Aw... I think I mentioned I was in a couple of local rock bands back in the 90's... met up with a couple of those guys for a bit of a blast through those old tunes in a rehearsal room in Stoke last night, just for shit and giggles... what a laugh, even though my ears are still ringing a bit today... and even though absolutely nobody in the world is asking for it, we might write a couple of new tunes just for the fook of it...  ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Silver Cloud on October 04, 2020, 10:13:31 PM
Driving with my Schwalbe (motorscooter made in the GDR) after 8 years of sleep in my garage — as time goes bye …
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on October 12, 2020, 07:45:34 AM
Driving with my Schwalbe (motorscooter made in the GDR) after 8 years of sleep in my garage — as time goes bye …
I thought the only made tyres
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: cthulhu on October 13, 2020, 06:28:43 AM
Last friday i've met my old band again after 18 years in the session-room and had a great session. We only improvise and record it. Our keyboard player is also doing the covers and when i looked for the recording in the dropbox, he surprised me with this :

(https://i.postimg.cc/MpbZzR6n/ZD-Mastercover-439.jpg)

I was very touched..(and you can see why i'm posting this here;-)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: jc on October 13, 2020, 07:52:24 AM
Looking good.

Cheers

jc
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Tarsier on October 25, 2020, 12:24:33 AM
TONIGHT made me happy, concert and all!!!  :)

& cthulhu, you're totally looking good  ;)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Ron B on November 07, 2020, 03:42:22 PM
 You would think with Covod still running rampant and me still wearing a PPE going on 8 months now as my job requires it. that I would be pissed . Well you get use to it figuring my health is most important at this age But what really makes me happy Today is that change IN CURRENT Leadership Has happened .

 Now Before we still get back to that famous Lyric in The Who Song Won't get fooled Again  Quote " Meet the New Boss same as the Old Boss . On this Occasion No boss could be worse then the recent and Now doposed wannabe Benito Mussolini we had as President and wanted to be like his main pal Vlad the Impaler Putin.

So Congrats & Good luck to the Next President of the United Staes Joe Biden good luck you will need it this Country is still deeply divided on Race & economic in equality & other major Issues but if you can at least tone down the BS and actually get some things done in your next 4 yrs then you will have earned your salary.


Bye Bye Donald YOUR Reality show has been Canceled. 8)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Johnz on November 07, 2020, 06:22:02 PM
Yes, thank fcuk for that!

As you say, the country is still deeply divided. Trump is gone but Trumpism will remain for a long time. It's not just an American problem either. But at least people can focus on solutions now. And right now it's important to just celebrate the good news.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Silver Cloud on November 07, 2020, 07:39:30 PM

Still golfing …
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Bunny on November 07, 2020, 07:41:40 PM
And nothing will change.....
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Johnz on November 07, 2020, 08:57:01 PM
And nothing will change.....

It depends on how you define nothing. If you are affected by racism, homophobia, sexism or any other form of bigotry and discrimination then this will be an important step away from the unashamed outpouring of hatred towards these groups (and many others) that has become a normal everyday occurrence in the States. If you think that the environment matters and that climate change is not a hoax then this election result will have a big impact, with the US rejoining the Paris agreement and Biden vowing to undo the deliberate deconstruction of decades of environmental protection in the States.

I agree that not much will change for the average American in terms of income or the stuff that they can buy in shops or where they can go on holiday. That is probably the reason why he got so many votes. Biden is far from ideal and many of the same old issues associated with US foreign policy will continue unchanged. But for a whole lot of people in the US and for the planet as a whole today's result is far from nothing.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Bunny on November 08, 2020, 08:28:34 AM
And nothing will change.....

It depends on how you define nothing. If you are affected by racism, homophobia, sexism or any other form of bigotry and discrimination then this will be an important step away from the unashamed outpouring of hatred towards these groups (and many others) that has become a normal everyday occurrence in the States. If you think that the environment matters and that climate change is not a hoax then this election result will have a big impact, with the US rejoining the Paris agreement and Biden vowing to undo the deliberate deconstruction of decades of environmental protection in the States.

I agree that not much will change for the average American in terms of income or the stuff that they can buy in shops or where they can go on holiday. That is probably the reason why he got so many votes. Biden is far from ideal and many of the same old issues associated with US foreign policy will continue unchanged. But for a whole lot of people in the US and for the planet as a whole today's result is far from nothing.
In part I agree. The freedom for racists to have the confidence to spout their bile will end and they'll all crawl back under the woodwork. But they'll still be there. While I dont doubt that the end to open hatred militias roaming the streets, is brilliant, the fact they were empowered to do so so easily, is worrying, and imho everything wrong with American democracy.

Will there be a black man killed by a Police officer, and subsequent riots? Quite probably.

Will the rest of the world feel any difference from Biden, other than what the news tells them? No, probably not.

A change in leader does not solve the societal imbalance in America, or in fact any country. Stunned that the country bought into Trump in the first place, given his character is there for all to see, unlike most politicians. Biden is a career politician, from the same cloth as Obama. American politicians that get to senior positions, all seem to be like medicine salesmen from the old west.
So it will be the same America. Just less hateful of itself....and dont take this as a crtique of everything American. Ive been twice and the ordinary American is decent and down to earth. But has so many extremities as a country.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Johnz on November 08, 2020, 11:29:30 AM

In part I agree. The freedom for racists to have the confidence to spout their bile will end and they'll all crawl back under the woodwork. But they'll still be there. While I dont doubt that the end to open hatred militias roaming the streets, is brilliant, the fact they were empowered to do so so easily, is worrying, and imho everything wrong with American democracy.

Will there be a black man killed by a Police officer, and subsequent riots? Quite probably.

Will the rest of the world feel any difference from Biden, other than what the news tells them? No, probably not.

A change in leader does not solve the societal imbalance in America, or in fact any country. Stunned that the country bought into Trump in the first place, given his character is there for all to see, unlike most politicians. Biden is a career politician, from the same cloth as Obama. American politicians that get to senior positions, all seem to be like medicine salesmen from the old west.
So it will be the same America. Just less hateful of itself....and dont take this as a crtique of everything American. Ive been twice and the ordinary American is decent and down to earth. But has so many extremities as a country.

I do believe that leadership matters which is why I am still baffled that so many people decided to vote for Trump for a second time. Under normal circumstances I agree with you that Biden is just more of the same ('old' America) who will not effect any meaningful changes. But Trump has moved the goal posts so far off the pitch that more of the same (in pre-Trump terms) suddenly looks like good news. That is the sad reality. But at least there is some potential for positive change now whereas before there was the increasing certainty of things getting progressively worse. These days that is good news.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: jc on November 12, 2020, 06:24:50 PM
It warms the cockles of my heart that there was a significant collection amongst the fans for the Band and crew as they were not able to earn during these strange times.

Cheers

jc
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Bunny on November 12, 2020, 06:25:55 PM
It warms the cockles of my heart that there was a significant collection amongst the fans for the Band and crew as they were not able to earn during these strange times.

Cheers

jc
Did I miss something JC???
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on November 12, 2020, 09:26:00 PM
Fckn hell Scotland you make it tough,  most nervous football game ever
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Bunny on November 12, 2020, 09:32:30 PM
Well done Scotland. About time...I think every football fan feels the same.



West Brom and England Fan....destined to be let down  ;D :'(
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: jc on November 12, 2020, 10:18:19 PM
It warms the cockles of my heart that there was a significant collection amongst the fans for the Band and crew as they were not able to earn during these strange times.

Cheers

jc
Did I miss something JC???

You did Bunny, on the Book of Faeces there was a whip round and a bring and buy sale and they raised nearly £20k! It was so good seeing everyone helping out and contribute what they could. It was a bit hush hush here because the Band and crew are known to listen in.

Cheers

jc
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Bunny on November 12, 2020, 10:32:58 PM
Big bullocks...on the farm. Id have chipped in as well...  if I was on the Book of Corporate Global Faces  :-[ :'(
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: lotus on November 13, 2020, 04:47:12 PM
I didn`t know that - but here it is for us not using twitter or so
https://www.newmodelarmy.org/news/1061-thank-you
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Tarsier on December 02, 2020, 03:33:37 PM
Some easing of covid measures... Tomorrow I can and I will:

1)go to bookstore, buy a pile of books
2)go to eat & grab a beer in my favourite pub
3)go drink beer to my favourite bar

Covid is far from over, I truly hope everybody will follow all rules & be careful... Anyway, lately I've started to feel buried alive at home, so I'll probably be the first person hanging on the doorhandle when the pub opens.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on December 02, 2020, 07:05:42 PM
Lucky u , all non essential shops closed here n not meant to travel out of east Ayrshire,  see my about to make what pisses u off rant
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Tarsier on December 02, 2020, 09:18:34 PM
Well... It's been tough lockdown as Czech Republic, despite doing fine during the first wave, was hit real bad with the second wave. Frankly I find it a bit odd, easing the measures now... Yea, numbers are slowly going down now but still... In a country of roughly ten million people, there have been over 500 thousand cases (most reported in September & October) and currently the number of known active cases is around 65 thousand. Last time when they opened pubs after first lockdown, my fave pub was packed and nobody seemed to give an eff about anything... Now pubs&restaurants are allowed to open from tomorrow - with half capacity & max four people per table, closing at ten. I hope people will respect the rules. I'll see tomorrow :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Ghosttrain on December 03, 2020, 08:19:15 AM
As of midnight tonight all Pubs,Clubs,Hotels and Gyms to close for up to a month here in Jersey after a massive rise in cases over the last week,even talk of using Nightingale Hospital.I am not at all surprised people have not taken it seriously enough (present company accepted)i hardly go out.Masks only made mandatory in last couple of days.............nobody seems to give a toss,think that will change now.....Bloody hope so. >:(...
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Bunny on December 03, 2020, 10:50:43 AM
Interesting reading posts from Guernsey and the Czech Republic, which seem to have made the same mistakes the UK did, and then followed pretty much the same pattern and attempts to control it.

But chins up. Theres light at the end of the tunnel, even if its still a long tunnel.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Ghosttrain on December 03, 2020, 11:22:48 AM
Hi Bunny,my post was from Jersey not Guernsey......they have handled the situation far better than our Clowns over here and as a result have only 4 cases at the moment,we have 331 a rise of 130 in a week ! !.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on December 03, 2020, 07:02:47 PM
Saw these today,  not a big fan of the band but they look cool.  Nma 1s ?

https://bawbags.com/products/cool-de-sacs-the-exploited-technical-boxer-shorts
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Bunny on December 03, 2020, 10:15:32 PM
Hi Bunny,my post was from Jersey not Guernsey......they have handled the situation far better than our Clowns over here and as a result have only 4 cases at the moment,we have 331 a rise of 130 in a week ! !.
My apologies....I misread/ interpreted it completely wrong!
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Anna Woman von NRW on December 13, 2020, 06:18:14 PM
Catching up on the posts here, been a while ..... ::)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Bunny on December 13, 2020, 09:32:38 PM
Im currently on the couch to 5k running plan, week 5. Went for a run in some local woods that Ive never been to before. Got absolutely plastered in mud but really enjoyed it. So happy I started it. I suspect I may have a new hobby starting.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: jc on December 14, 2020, 01:24:51 PM
Nice one Bunny, it is a good thing to take up, keep it up.

Cheers

jc
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on December 15, 2020, 12:22:08 AM
Nice one,  never thought about running as I know it's not for me , yeah stick with it,  adrenalin and endorphins is a good kick.  I struggle exercising outside when its wet n windy. My max cycle is about 15m / 25km,  walk about 10m / 16km  ?
Just focusing on ticking over till the spring tbh .
Ps watch those knees
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Ghosttrain on December 15, 2020, 08:45:13 AM
Oh yes watch those knees.........................(says a man who knows the painful truth)..
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Bunny on December 15, 2020, 06:48:05 PM
Thanks all. Yeah. I'm wearing a support on one knee but so far no adverse effects and if anything its making my aches and pains, less achey and painy.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Tarsier on December 20, 2020, 09:11:55 AM
Hahaha just watched Czech Republic to beat Sweden in ice hockey, 4-1 !!  :D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Bunny on December 22, 2020, 10:53:33 PM
Just read on the BBC that a lady is leaving coats on a bridge in Leeds for homeless people.....ok. Im a very old cynic and know from experience, that some homeless people are there from really bad life choices/drug misuse/crime. But not all. And ultimately if that gesture helps someone, then lots of little gestures make a big change.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Tarsier on December 25, 2020, 02:58:24 AM
Lady leaving coats... Reminded me, being an old cynic... few years back, I gave a "lost&found" -coat to some guy who really sounded like coughing his lungs out, sleeping in the street in front of my work place... The coat was really expensive and luxurious type, you know, all fluffy &feathery... the more it made me happy to give him this fancy coat! Same time, I was with crutches because of knee problems, people giving me the weird eye like I'm faking it to have a seat in public transport or something... :(
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Tarsier on January 27, 2021, 05:26:36 PM
Went to the supermarket today. Sixpack of beer was in discount for 75 CZK so I bought two. I like beer.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Ghosttrain on January 28, 2021, 09:50:40 AM
If my maths is correct......that works out at about £2.50 for six......bargain to say the least and in my experience you make bloody great beer....is it a Pilsner ?..and cheers,enjoy.. :)..
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Tarsier on January 28, 2021, 02:18:04 PM
Yep, it's bloody cheap... Actually, the beer in glass bottles would be even cheaper but I'm too lazy to take the bottles back to the shop so I buy cans instead as the recycle bin is next to my flat :) And great beers they do make in this country... Funnily enough, Pilsner Urquell is not one of my favourites and tends to be more expensive also. I like the basic muck - this time the bargain was Staropramen (which is OK basic beer, although as I used to live close to the brewery and got all those yummy fumes from there, I rather drink something else...) but sometimes they sell Kozel (which definitely one of my favourites) with this price :D Cheers! :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Bunny on January 31, 2021, 12:46:04 PM
I like the dark lagers from the Czech Republic and in neighbouring Slovakia  A fine drink!
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Digital Man on January 31, 2021, 02:13:59 PM
A few double IPAs and I'm a happy digital man
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Tarsier on January 31, 2021, 10:35:49 PM
A few double IPAs and I'm a happy digital man

A few whatever cheapest muck and I'm a happy analog woman :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Tarsier on February 08, 2021, 05:08:42 PM
About a week ago I did some shopping in NMA shop. Main reason was the Carnival redux as I finally had money to order it. But, somehow, magically, I happened to be very, very drunk when I opened the online shop... Afterward I found out that I had paid 95 pounds from my bank account and, trust me, I cannot remember half of the stuff I ordered! Instead of checking the e-mail for order details I decided to just wait for the package - I mean, how many times you have a chance to truly surprise yourself with an unexpected gift?  ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: cthulhu on February 09, 2021, 06:00:42 AM
About a week ago I did some shopping in NMA shop. Main reason was the Carnival redux as I finally had money to order it. But, somehow, magically, I happened to be very, very drunk when I opened the online shop... Afterward I found out that I had paid 95 pounds from my bank account and, trust me, I cannot remember half of the stuff I ordered! Instead of checking the e-mail for order details I decided to just wait for the package - I mean, how many times you have a chance to truly surprise yourself with an unexpected gift?  ;D
Sounds great! I hope you don't find out that you bought Carnival redux 10 times..;-)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Ghosttrain on February 09, 2021, 07:57:48 AM
Rule number one............NEVER go shopping on line after Beer/Wine o'clock........it can be very expensive and not always as planned as i have found out myself....... ::)......
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Digital Man on February 09, 2021, 07:05:34 PM
Rule number one............NEVER go shopping on line after Beer/Wine o'clock........it can be very expensive and not always as planned as i have found out myself....... ::)......

Yup, that' show I wound up with a Russian bride
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Tarsier on February 12, 2021, 10:37:00 PM
Rule number one............NEVER go shopping on line after Beer/Wine o'clock........it can be very expensive and not always as planned as i have found out myself....... ::)......

I do have some faith in my drunken-self though... And how you'd otherwise get some -totally necessary- stuff you never knew you needed? Like my friend who ordered stuff to her kitchen, including a platypus -shaped butter knife and a chopping board with a picture and text ''Chopin bored''  :(
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Tarsier on February 12, 2021, 10:39:49 PM
The thing that made me happy today... You cannot fake this laugh!  ;D
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pMA3x-bc8iM (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pMA3x-bc8iM)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Ghosttrain on February 13, 2021, 08:50:25 AM
Platypus shaped butter knife..........surely every good home has one ? ?...  ::).


Your last post made me think of one of my favourite cook books ''The Naked Barbecuer'' by Chris Peacock. ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Tarsier on March 06, 2021, 02:51:01 AM
Just noticed I might have been a tad over-represented in ''what pisses you off'' -topic so I'm back here :)

I've always been a devoted listener of original albums, but lately I've been listening to more live recordings than ever in my life...probably has something to do with the fact that it's not exactly possible to attend any live shows now... But anyway. I was happy to receive my parcel from NMA shop with ''**** Texas, Sing for Us'', ''Justin Sullivan & Friends Live'' and the ''Night of a Thousand Voices''  :) Especially Vagabonds in the Night of a Thousand Voices is priceless, everyone looks so happy! I shed a tear, in a good way, with a wide smile :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Pol on March 08, 2021, 09:07:51 PM
Managed my 1st 30km cycle,  who would have thought a fat fk like me ,who lived on takeaway n smoked for 30+ years could do that , ok I know its not far in the grand scheme but I used to be out of breath walking to the train station about 500 metres away. Anyway I'm proud of myself lol
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Ghosttrain on March 09, 2021, 07:47:13 AM
So you should be...........good for you.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Bunny on March 09, 2021, 05:56:25 PM
Pol well done mate. Bet you feel so much better in yourself. Bravo!!!
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Tarsier on March 10, 2021, 06:45:54 PM
Pol, I'm out of breath just reading that! I managed to quit smoking for now but moving my arse... Next step... Keep posting these, to keep the rest of us motivated!  :D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Master Ray on March 12, 2021, 10:24:30 PM

Well done, Pol!  I take it the next time I see you at an NMA gig, you'll be skinnier than a scarecrow made out of spaghetti and you'll have to announce yourself in those fine Scottish tones?   ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Ghosttrain on March 14, 2021, 10:34:17 AM
At this moment in time.......drinking strong dark coffee,eating freshly baked croissants from the French bakery with Miles Davis ''Kind Of Blue''playing in my kitchen.........a perfect Sunday morning..... 8)..
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Tarsier on March 16, 2021, 05:14:38 PM
Ah, the smell of coffee... You know, it's impossible just to open a new package of coffee without stopping to sniff it for, like, five minutes, while making some pleasure-sounds out loud...  ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Tarsier on March 25, 2021, 10:32:58 PM
Meshuggah's announcement: ''Things are happening. As some of you figured out we have entered #SweetspotStudios and have begun recording a new album. *Spoiler* There will be distortion and kicks.''  8) Can't wait...
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Tarsier on March 26, 2021, 02:22:08 PM
Today is a good day, mostly... I finally received the Carnival Redux that was missing from my last order. I received the ''Forest Galaxy'' A3 print from Joolz, with lovely small surprises included in the parcel... I picked up my order from the book store: two Murakami's books I still didn't have, three thrillers (by Jussi Adler-Olsen and Lars Kepler) and ''A Confederacy of Dunces'' that Ghosttrain recommended. And Ghosttrain received the wool socks I knit and was glad.

I think it's the first time after a long time I'm looking forward to going home... It'll be easy to self-isolate this weekend :)

I wish a great weekend to each and every one of you!  :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Wessexy Witch on April 08, 2021, 10:47:58 AM
School holiday !

 :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Tarsier on April 08, 2021, 10:52:10 PM
Visiting my friends, have to stay over thanks to curfew... But the dog, a big Belgian shepherd, is sleeping curled up to my feet  :)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Bunny on April 09, 2021, 11:14:32 AM
I won £90 in a raffle...I cant remember ever winning anything before!
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Tarsier on April 27, 2021, 02:06:37 AM
I can't remember seeing so many new posts in this forum after being away from the wicked world of the internet for a while... 8)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: cthulhu on April 29, 2021, 03:20:50 PM
Not sure if i should have opened another topic or posted this in the "tell us a joke thread" but this made me laugh and kind of happy...
i'm totally not into "the oscars", i don't think that it has any value for " and the oscar goes.." whatever.. 8)
but i stumbled upon this clip from this years oscar show and i was really surprised:

Mudvayne (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MLt6QyF2S68)

That was awesome!
I found the expression of most of the faces priceless and liked the raw energy they brought into there. Don't know, i think they haven't done any music since 11 years and i was suprised that they showed up again and that should mean that they will do some more music. love their stuff. here's a longer live video to that song, from their fantastic debut L.D. 50:

Mudvayne - Dig (LIVE Ozzfest 2001) (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ABN7NiWId8I)

Some more stuff:
Not Falling (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uhqRMzoyV4g)

Death Blooms (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9nVvojfQVBY)

World so Cold (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A0S9ck12Cd0)


Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: jc on April 29, 2021, 05:11:05 PM
The looks of bewilderment were quite amusing, thanks for sharing.

Cheers

jc
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Tarsier on April 30, 2021, 02:19:02 PM
I've been working all week, after a long, loooong time! Just painting walls white, but I love it. So I came quickly to wish a happy labour day to everybody!
As it is labour day's eve, it is my duty as a Finnish person to go somewhere outside and get plastered. (Remembered one of Homer Simpson's lines... Homer, watching the clock and screams, says ''I should've been drunk an hour ago!'')

Instead of watching the paint dry, we were watching stuff from youtube with my boss. This one was funny, check it if you miss the early days of the internet... a clip from Kevin Bridges, called ''if facebook was a pub''
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QhhtBk2T8KY (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QhhtBk2T8KY)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Tarsier on May 11, 2021, 03:38:17 PM
Well, well, well... Looks like it'll be possible to attend some events, earlier than I expected... If nothing changes, Agressive Music Fest will actually happen, on 28. and 29. of... THIS month!  :D It's a tiny festival but anyway (& it's their 10th anniversary and they're still misspelling 'aggressive' ;D). A negative antigen test is needed, which makes perfect sense. Can't wait to dig out my tent, go camping, listen to terrible music LIVE and have beers  8) I bet it will rain or something...  ;)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Tarsier on May 11, 2021, 05:36:15 PM
Ah, I almost forgot... I’ve been half a year without cigarettes :) I was somewhat skeptical that I could quit and get this far but hey, it’s a great feeling proving yourself wrong!
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Tarsier on May 14, 2021, 10:40:22 PM
Yes, I was tired...
(https://i.postimg.cc/Sxc4YpH4/clam-1-123-6090037caa750-700.jpg)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: jc on May 15, 2021, 09:59:52 AM
Ah, I almost forgot... I’ve been half a year without cigarettes :) I was somewhat skeptical that I could quit and get this far but hey, it’s a great feeling proving yourself wrong!

Well done Tarsier, keep it up.

Cheers

jc
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: jc on May 16, 2021, 09:05:54 PM
How Many Five Year Olds Can You Realistically Take In A Fight? (https://www.buzzfeed.com/daves4/how-many-five-year-olds-can-you-take-in-a-fight)

37 for me, how many can you do?

Cheers

jc
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: cthulhu on May 17, 2021, 05:22:18 AM
That's 49 for me! I did cheat a little though, don't really know if i would use my helicopter-technique on them..
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Phill on May 17, 2021, 11:11:03 AM
49 for me too
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Tarsier on May 18, 2021, 02:40:19 PM
Only 21, wth...  ;D

Thanks jc, this was hilarious  ;D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Tarsier on May 22, 2021, 05:15:46 AM
ICE HOCKEY WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP 2021 - games just started yesterday... Those magical couple of weeks of the year when I go nuts about sports are here :D GO FINLAND!!! GO CZECH REPUBLIC!!!  :D
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Bunny on May 26, 2021, 07:17:55 PM
Running across a South Wales beach, some hours prior to possibly breaking my finger.

It was like Chariots of Fire. But slower....much much slower.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Tarsier on August 08, 2021, 09:01:55 PM
My friend from Finland visited me and brought my old bass to me!!! They wanted to charge her for oversized luggage at the airport but she decided to go to ''stupid but innocent'' -mode and kept calmly repeating to them that ''No, it is a perfectly normal-sized bass guitar'' until they gave up and she paid 30 EUR instead of 75  ;D

I haven't played bass for... ten years or something? So, day one: How on Earth I've been able to play this thing? ;D I felt all my shriveled muscles in my left hand and destroyed my now baby-soft fingertips, felt the clumsiness of an absolute beginner, and had to admit that the nerve problem in my pinkie hasn't healed properly. Day two: unable to play, fingers destroyed  ;D

Yet again, mad respect to all musicians! ;)
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: jc on August 09, 2021, 09:55:57 PM
Keep up the bass T

Cheers

jc
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Ghosttrain on August 10, 2021, 09:28:18 AM
1)  Seconded.......keep up the bass..i admire anyone who can play an instrument.When i was young i tried to learn guitar several of my friends were/are good guitarists in local bands/solo etc.No matter how hard i tried it just would not click..........decided my brain was'nt wired that way ::)

2) Also the bats are back......for the last few years we have had two bats living in the eaves of an old warehouse next to our flats,loved going out at dusk and watching their amazing aerial acrobatics...but last year they were gone and i thought that was it,but no i was on the roof the other night and there were two bats........watched them for ages and every night since.. 8)....

Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Tarsier on August 17, 2021, 01:11:05 PM
jc & Ghosttrain, thanks, I'll do my best - fingers already not-so-badly-destroyed :)

And bats are awesome, I'm glad you have your neighbouring bats back 8)

I've also been happy to witness the return of a bird - I have no idea which bird it is but I call it "The Pizza Bird". I hadn't heard it for ages but now it's back! Also no idea how it looks like, I just hear it. Seems to enjoy sitting somewhere on the tree branches in front of my neighbouring Chinese restaurant and sing - always sounding the same, the same amount of syllables, sounding like it keeps saying "pizza-pizza-pizza-pizza!!!". Thus, The Pizza Bird.
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Winterwulf on August 17, 2021, 08:22:54 PM
I think your elusive Pizza Bird may be one of these: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Great_tit
Title: Re: Whatever makes you happy..
Post by: Tarsier on September 08, 2021, 09:05:35 PM
I think your elusive Pizza Bird may be one of these: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Great_tit
Hmm... I'm quite confident I'd recognize a great tit... Lol, I actually downloaded an app called BirdNet, which is like shazam but for birds  ;D (yes, I do have a smartphone..finally  ;D) waiting for an opportunity to record and identify my pizza bird!
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Post by: Tarsier on September 08, 2021, 09:27:38 PM
Talking about smartphones... for people like me who rather avoid basic social media giants and who love (mostly heavier) music and would like to stay up to date what their favourite artists are up to, here's a brilliant app called Bandbond - you simply choose which bands to follow and ta-da; all of their social media posts from twatter, facebook and instagram come to your feed without you needing to bother go &check everything! How handy! It's not perfect yet, lots of bands are not on their menu yet, but every week they have a "Wishlist Wednesday" when they announce new added bands and you can wish your favourites... Why I started writing this is because, every Wednesday I've commented "*cough* New Model Army"....week ago I wrote longer comment why they should ad NMA...aaaand today they did!!!  :D
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Post by: Ron B on November 01, 2021, 10:54:22 PM
I see that Steven Wilson is getting Porcupine Tree back together and have a new song out and are looking  to tour in 2022. Having seen their last show in NYC in 2010 an 11 year hiatus and Steven saying that PT was in the past and he was liking the freedom of having different  musicians play in his 6 solo albums it is great to see him get back together  with the other band mates minus the Bass player .Next to NMA this was one of my favorite  bands to see live. 8)
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Post by: Phill on November 03, 2021, 08:24:26 AM
Double win at the weekend for the Worcester Warriors, the men beating Sale Sharks and then Warrior Women victory over Saracens.
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Post by: Ghosttrain on November 03, 2021, 08:56:20 AM
Seeing somebody posting on Forum.........  :).... :)....
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Post by: Stephanie on November 03, 2021, 12:55:46 PM
Well...happy to be back.  ;)

Not that I used to post a lot, I have to admit this, but I used to come here daily and check out the posts...and then...dunno...

I really hope everyone is doing as well as can be expected - everything's fine in my neck of the woods which I am very grateful for.

Hope to be back more often now.

Take care.  :)
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Post by: Ghosttrain on November 03, 2021, 03:33:07 PM
Welcome back Stephanie.... :)... :)...
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Post by: Tarsier on November 13, 2021, 03:13:29 AM
Happy to be back in front of a computer at work with a little time to spare... I've missed the forum! How're you people doing? :) I'm enjoying a short period of time when things are pretty normal at work... let's hope it lasts  :(
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Post by: Ghosttrain on November 13, 2021, 11:57:33 AM
Good to hear from you again..... :)....
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Post by: Tarsier on November 14, 2021, 03:42:45 AM
Good to hear from you again..... :)....

Glad to crawl back from the non-existence, I'll try keep my head above the surface :) It's been rather quiet here I see? Happy that you've been active here though! All good? :)
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Post by: Wessexy Witch on November 21, 2021, 02:55:02 PM
Hellooooo !

 :)
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Post by: Stephanie on November 23, 2021, 11:33:47 AM
 :) Oooh...looks like more and more people are back!  :)

That sure makes me happy - and then...the time of year. Generally speaking as I am more of a winter person - and then this has got to be my favourite time of year for the evening walks with the dogs...breathing in the cold air and looking at the ever increasing number of lights in the windows and front gardens.

If you can make yourself forget about the harsh statistics and reality - which is much easier in the dark - it's all so lovely and cozy and peaceful. ❤️ I think it is ok to simply forget about what may really lie behind those windows and just enjoy the dreaming, the peace and the lovely lights
With our dog Gracie as your companion ( we have five dogs and, if I am on my own, which I do enjoy, I go for more than one walk so it doesn't end up being too chaotic  :P) you would be foolish to lose yourself in illuminated evening dreaming for too long - the awakening can be sudden and rude 😜 - but I still really love it.
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Post by: Tarsier on November 24, 2021, 05:13:29 AM
Stephanie, that sounds lovely! :) Also happy to see more people here :)

Let's enjoy the colder weather, darkness and candle light! Bring me the winter!
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Post by: jc on November 29, 2021, 01:49:52 PM
This made me smile:-

https://bl00dyr0se.wordpress.com/2021/11/29/new-model-army-40-year-and-a-bit-anniversary-weekender-nottingham-rock-city-26th-and-27th-november-2021-a-vaguely-lyrical-tribute/?fbclid=IwAR1w1aaSsnWoD6pRPgXVYPvQVxTXmBxTxrV_OKNWFxsh5Y1vK2L7yFjgD1Y

Roll on London.

Cheers

jc
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Post by: Stephanie on December 23, 2021, 09:13:37 AM
Very happy that today is my last day at work for 2021...which, obviously, sounds much more impressive than it actually is.  ;) No complaints, though, I am looking forward to a couple of hopefully peaceful days, lovely dogwalks and quality time spent with family and friends.
Hopefully, if nothing changes, we can continue our "tradition" where our friend from Belgium is coming over for a couple of days and to celebrate New Year. It didn't happen last year and with the situtation being what it is...let's say I'll believe it when she gets here. We have all been vaccinated 3 times, so all good in that respect.

The not so good thing will be helping a dear friend pack up her stuff in her old flat on Monday to be picked up by the movers on the 5th. She and her husband have split up after more than 30 years...and the situation is quite unpleasant so we don't quite know what to expect from him that day.  ???
I shall be prepared and refuse to put up with any sort of crap - but I'd prefer for things to remain civilised.

All of you: take good care, happy holidays for you and yours, I hope you can all have a lovely time - and fingers crossed for a healthy 2022 - with some gigs thrown in.  :-*
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Post by: Winterwulf on December 31, 2021, 09:27:43 PM
Seeing out 2021 with a decent whisky (Ardbeg An Oa) - here's hoping for 2022 to be better!
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Post by: Tarsier on January 01, 2022, 12:31:02 PM
Popped in to wish everyone a happy and better New Year!!!  :)

...and very late Merry Christmas!!

....pro tip: If your boss calls on the first of January, do not pick up.
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Post by: Digital Man on January 07, 2022, 11:36:44 PM
A belated happy new year as well.
Forum has gotten really quiet as of late, or am I dreaming that?
Everyone ok?
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Post by: Ghosttrain on January 08, 2022, 09:01:04 AM
It has been like that for a while..........all on Facebook now it would seem... :(....
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Post by: Tarsier on January 08, 2022, 06:34:40 PM
Digital Man & Ghosttrain, yes, it's been dead quiet here... I'm also guilty, blaming my highly unorganized inner life lately...  :(
New Year's resolution? Let's get back in here!!  :)
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Post by: Digital Man on January 08, 2022, 08:56:19 PM
Never was a fan of facebook.
New Year's Resolution: Listen to more New Model Army!!
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Post by: lotus on January 10, 2022, 01:24:45 PM
I don`t use FB ...
Last night I watched WDR Rockpalast - From Here 40 years of NMA  -and parts of the concerts following`til 06.00 tthis morning,
today I continue with Rockplast Philipshalle 1990 - hee, how much power they and  the tribe had those days! Fine against this Corona-blues I feel every day ...
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Post by: Stephanie on January 12, 2022, 09:45:33 AM
I don`t use FB ...
Last night I watched WDR Rockpalast - From Here 40 years of NMA  -and parts of the concerts following`til 06.00 tthis morning,
today I continue with Rockplast Philipshalle 1990 - hee, how much power they and  the tribe had those days! Fine against this Corona-blues I feel every day ...
Good choices!  ;) Ah, I was at that show in 1990...good times.

Happy New Year, everyone, hope yours was off to a good start - now let's hope 2022 will see concerts and other fun things back!  :)
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Post by: Stephanie on April 13, 2022, 07:25:08 AM
I have to say that the additional German dates are making me quite happy  :D

Just bought 2 tickets for Düsseldorf - glad I won't have to wait until December after all. ;-)
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Post by: Tarsier on June 21, 2022, 11:34:53 PM
Things that made me happy lately?
- Even though I got rather unfairly fired, that meant they had to pay me half a year of wages to get rid of me
- The b.. person who got me fired, got fired
- Because of the great severance pay, I was able to chill quite a few months
- I got the first job I applied to, thanks to my experience and knowledge the previous company was happy to pay to get rid of because of that back-stabbing.. person
- In my new job I have sooo many less responsibilities for the same money, I'm amazed, I feel like on a holiday at work
- I had money to buy the five-string bass guitar I've wanted for ages, she's beautiful!
- I was able to sort out my work days to go to a festival, and to my surprise having two days off after the festival, well needed!!!

Wishing happy Summer Solstice to everyone!!!  :)
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Post by: Ghosttrain on June 22, 2022, 11:39:26 AM
Hi Tarsier good to read things are on the up for you  :)..
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Post by: jc on June 28, 2022, 11:17:40 AM
My Son got a first for his degree today, proud parent  :)

Cheers

jc
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Post by: Tarsier on June 29, 2022, 01:02:45 PM
Jc, congratulations to your son and to the proud parent!! :)
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Post by: Ghosttrain on July 01, 2022, 10:29:03 AM
Waiting in line at the till of supermarket this morning when a voice from across another aisle said ''Nice T shirt '' (i was wearing classic NMA Logo shirt).I said thanks,when i got outside of the shop he was waiting and we had a good long chat about the band(i did'nt know the guy)...there are a few fans of the band here on ''The Rock'' that i know of.....he made me laugh when i said i had't seen them for about five years...........he has'nt seen them for thirty..  :o.... :)....
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Post by: Stephanie on July 04, 2022, 02:59:26 PM
Things that made me happy lately?
Woohoo...Karma doing her best work - as it should be, that's awesome!  :)

JC, congratulations to your son, very well done.  :)

And how cool is it to unexpectedly meet someone who shares your taste in music...love it when that happens.

Me, I am only medium happy today - first day back at work after 2 weeks off.  ;) It isn't too bad, though.

Also very happy that my dad made it through a very severy heart surgery...totally unexpected as well. At almost 78 he has always been fit as the proverbial fiddle and it was onyl by accident that it turned out he could literally have dropped dead any second!  :o Needless to say I am super happy and grateful it was discovered in time and he has made it through the whole procedure without major setbacks. It was tough, he is not one to complain so when he does...it means something. Worst thing is that he has not been able to sleep much for almost 2 weeks now.
He's starting his rehab on Thursday, hopefully they will be able to help him with that!
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Post by: Tarsier on July 05, 2022, 04:12:55 AM
@Ghosttrain, now THAT'S an awesome way to meet someone!! I love those moments when a band t-shirt unites people 8) Sounds like he was a nice dude, hope you'll bump into him again in the future  :)

@Stephanie, so glad to hear your father's doing fine! Send the very best wishes to him :) And thanks, perhaps I've managed to collect some good karma -points :) I have an annoying tendency to get suspicious when things are rolling too smooth, like, where's the catch? Sure there must be something nasty waiting around the corner..? ;D Anyhow, trying to enjoy while it lasts. Hopefully you got a chance to recharge properly on your two weeks off... at least enough to keep you medium happy at work for a while :)
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Post by: Johnz on July 07, 2022, 09:46:35 PM
Finally seeing the back of Boris Johnson. Good riddance! Plenty more idiots where he came from, sadly.

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Post by: Tarsier on November 13, 2022, 02:05:56 PM
Books, music, everything tastes so good of late... I've decided not to succumb into pessimism, just waiting when crap hits the fan, but to enjoy while it lasts ;D It's been incredible, and once more I want to thank you jc: was awesome meeting you in Prague, and thanks for introducing me to a bunch of new people, you made the weekend in my hometown memorable!! :)

The awesomeness continues... I'm about to head to Futurum club, going to see Decapitated first time in a club gig! I'm a huge fan, seen them quite a few times but always at festivals. What a killer live band... 8) Three times, I actually had a ticket to see them in a club, three times events took an unfortunate turn and those were cancelled. Today is the day!!! Lineup also includes Distant and Despised Icon, looking forward for those too, plus two bands I'm not familiar with but ready to be positively surprised  8)

On tuesday morning, train to Vienna, ready for some more NMA and hopefully meeting more amazing people 8)
Wednesday, back to Prague, heading directly to my colleague's farewell party.. Thursday, 12 hour nightshift... On Friday, grindcore madness in Rock Café in form of Gutalax, Benighted, Spasm and Guineapig... I told my colleague that if I'm alive & well when arriving to nighshift on Saturday, I'll be amazed. Sometimes, I start feeling old ;D

I hope all of you are doing well! Promising to return back here soon... :)
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Post by: jc on November 14, 2022, 06:06:21 PM
Thanks to T for showing me around Prague it was so nice meeting you and your friends, it was fun looking around the abandoned house.

Hope Decapitated were on form and wishing you a great time in Vienna. it makes me happy that we can meet new friends and have adventures.

Cheers

jc

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Post by: Tarsier on December 16, 2022, 09:55:21 AM
Last night I learned about Germany's issues with trains in a hard way... Cannot even start describing the mess! Also the flight from Prague was delayed. But during all those twists and turns I met many people who were equally lost so didn't need to endure it alone, it warms you from inside when you're freezing stiff in company ;D Made me very happy to finally arrive to Cologne after two at night and crawl to my warm hostel bed. Now well rested, ready for the gigs... Hoping to see some familiar faces and meet new people! :)
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Post by: Stephanie on February 09, 2023, 10:01:48 AM
Oh yeah...public transport in Germany - they will have to improve that A LOT before I'll even begin to consider using it.  :D

Glad you still made it, though - sadly, due to illness, me and my friend missed the 2 gigs after so many years of waiting. We did enjoy the live stream, though.

A thing that makes me happy...after our almost 17-year old dog passed away last year we had decided that the 4 dogs that remained were plenty (we do habe a few guinea pigs and rabbits as well  8) )

What can I say...working for a rescue organisation is great...and dangerous.

in March, another new dog is moving in, I know we are mad and all...but it does make us happy - just hope it'll go fairly smoothly.  ;D
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Post by: Tarsier on November 02, 2023, 09:03:15 PM
Thing that makes me happy right now and in future... I just learned about NMA's new album and the tour - the tour!! I will be able to join two gigs, in Vienna and Berlin. But those are not the only gigs in March for me! I don't know how many times in a lifetime it can happen, when you have two all-time-favourite bands ever, that you'll be able to see both of your favourite bands, both twice, within two weeks!!!! That's too much of the good thing!! :D
It'll be NMA in Vienna on 6th of March, returning to Prague the next day where Meshuggah will return after ~six years on 8th... And as I already had the ticket to Meshuggah in Berlin on 16th of March, guess how happy I was to learn that by adding two nights to my stay there, I'll be able to catch NMA on 13th!! There's no happy crying smiley on the menu here, so I just need to announce that that was what I did when I heard the news - I laughed and cried at the same time. I'm in love with the universe again. :)