Hot Potato - Heated Debate; Where's Caroline Aherne (aka Mrs Merton) When You Need Her ?
What do we think about the leaders debate due to air tonight ? I am so worried they are going to "safe" both the fun and the value out of it all. Please don't !
The viewing figures will tell us all we need to know. It's not all about how many people tune in though. Rather, it's all about how many people stay with the programme.
I predict the ´óÏó´«Ã½ show will win the most viewers overall, with Sky's Adam Boulton ranking up there with Dimbleby (David) as best hosts. Alistair Stewart is a strange choice for ITV, I think. As I said this morning, Sir Trevor McD must be spitting feathers.
I hope the leaders realise it's not what they say we'll be taking note of, but how they say it. Do they mean it ? Do they believe it ? Or are they simply saying it to get their hands on the keys to Number 10? Not that Number 10 has any keys, but that's another story.
Alright - 8.30pm ITV it is then.
See u there.
X.
Clp
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At 15th Apr 2010, MaddyMoon wrote:HA!
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At 15th Apr 2010, MaddyMoon wrote:Hello CLP and all bloggers.
I got No. 1 but now I can't think of anything to say as I'm listening to the news regarding ice cloud.
I'll just say adouble "ha" to politics, I,m fed up with them all but I suppose it is a difficult job.
MK
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At 15th Apr 2010, Simple with a dimple Sal wrote:Blimey Marjie, can see the speed at which you typed that to get in first. LOL!
MTF.xx
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At 15th Apr 2010, U11733486 wrote:Greetings Ter CLP & Every Individual Blogger Individually......
Bingo Star ere..... Feeling deceptive from the outside but VERY much bigger on the inside (noot that am being egotistical)...
CLP - A find they way the poliicians are being so nice suddenly after all the expenses corruption & the mess Blair/ Brown let our country get inter.... makes me wanter vomit!!!!!!!!!!
A wish the Liberal Dems would ge tin for a change.... but would they change things or just be the same az the rest!!!!!!!!
The one sad thing about the Lib Dems, they are the ones who 'ave done so much damage ter this country by distorting the electorate!!!!!!!
All the ex labour voters vote Lib & ex Tory voters vote Lib... thus this iz the reason a thinkl why Thatcher 'ad such a long run & now Labour!!!!!
There's never a strong swing ter the left or right!!!!!!!!
Either way... am ashamed for voting Labour eight years ago.... and 'ope anyone but them get in again!!!!!!
PS Caroline Aherene - Capricorn 100% TRUE!!!!!!!!!!!!
Ok onter serious stuff......... >>>>>
Someteems.... some.. teems a feel ANGER all!!!!!!! Yes ANGER!!!!!!
Know, sorry now, yer may ask the question "Bingo... WHY do yer feel anger??@?"
A will tell yer >>>>>>
MOTORWAYS!!!!!!! Yes motorways all.... yer may ask iz it the 'eavy traffic.... Nah... noot the 'eavy traffic... someteems a find this nice az it showsthere's alotta people who've managed ter pass their driving test.... congradulations a think!!!!! It's noot being cut up by NUTTERS.... az it makes me realise my driving iz far superior ter theirs.... Iz it traffic jams yer may ask!!!!! Nah again... this gives me the excuse ter contact the motorists radio friend Sally Boazy & communicate with a top celeb!!!!!!!
Iz it being stationary in a traffic jam... nah az this iz VERY useful for abitta extra overteem if yer truckin'.... and for making a cuppa tea & admiring the view!!!!!!
What makes me VERY ANGRY on motorways iz why iz it... when the country iz alledgedly short of money & our road tax & fuel prices keep going up.... do yer see aloada council NUTTERS planting trees & shrubs in a most 'frrrrrivolous' (soz Giles Brandeth moment there) manner up & down the DAMN IT embankment of the motorway!!!!!! Iz it ter 'elp save the world & make our enviromentation.... beautiful?????
A think the cars 'n trucks passing the DAMN IT shrubs 24/7 are pumping out far more Co2 than the shrubs will ever absorb!!!!!!!
And ave yer ever visited yer local garden centre & seen the cost of one shhhhrub???? AYE????? A??????? A?@? Yer talkin' 15 quidda kidda just for a bargain basement bush & a ain't kidding!!!!!!
And on toppa that they wrap plastic protectors around the damn newly planted tress 'n shrubs ter stop wildlife eating them!!!!!!
If they didn't DAMN IT plant 'em they wouldn't need ter protect 'em!!!!!!!!
BUT.... the thing that really makes me ANGER double az bad..... double az bad..... the thing that makes me struggle ter keep me rig going in a straight line....... eight & a DAMN IT quarter miles further up the motorway............. their choppin' down the fully grown trees 'n shrubs & turning them inter small chippings via a wood chipper machine!!!!!!!!!!!!!@!@!@@!@!@!@!@!!!!!!!!!!!!@! NYAHHHHH!!!!! NNNYYYYAAAAA!!!!!@!!@!!@!@!@!!!!!!!
World's gone/ iz mad!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
A strugglin' ter breath.... am off for a strong lucozade & a lie down!!!!!!
Bye!
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At 15th Apr 2010, captainstella wrote:TV news said there will be about 30 millon watching tonight. We will see. I think it will be about what Chris and co. said this morning. It's sunny here today. How are you Bingo my friend.
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At 15th Apr 2010, PennyForem wrote:Morning Christoff, as I said earlier, you won't be seeing me there. They will all tell you what they want you to hear, and that's that!
Great show, as usual, this morning.
Have a nice day.
Pen xx
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At 15th Apr 2010, U11733486 wrote:PS CLP - Are you gonna be at ITV at 8.30.... migh top down ter say ello!!!!!!
PPS ALL - Am noot in Regent Street McD's terdee.... it's me dee off terdee!!!!!
Bye!
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At 15th Apr 2010, Simple with a dimple Sal wrote:Hey Bingo, we are all being premodded on the mayo blog, so now now, sorry know how you feel!
MTF.xx
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At 15th Apr 2010, PennyForem wrote:Hi Darce, from previous blog - thanks! Hope you're are well x
Pen xx
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At 15th Apr 2010, Simple with a dimple Sal wrote:Bingo, if its the same modders for both blogs, we may have to wait a while to see your post, as they are very busy over there.
MTF.xx
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At 15th Apr 2010, U11733486 wrote:Ello MTF - Why what ave yer all done ter The Mayo Man???????
Marjie K - Just seen the news & my goooodneeesss me this iz looooking abit serious!!!!!!!!!
The ice/ ash cloud from Iceland.... iz it 'cos mum's gone ter Iceland??????? LOL!!!!!!!!!
just typical az after years of rainy summers we're all aving lvoely weahter.... a BIG ash cloud arrives ter mess it up!!!!!!!!!
Must admit though.... BIG earthquake in China yesterdee, volvanic eruptions in Iceland... maybe the Mayons are correct about December 2012.... maybe that's why Mayo's blog iz under EXTRA surveilance!!!!!
Bye!
PS If 2012 iz the year.... remeber ter do everything yerv always wanted ter do between now & then & be nice ter yer fellow 'umans even if they are nasty ter you!!!!!!!!
Am off ter be nuclear bunker thatta built in me back garden in 2004.... gotta find me gas mask!!!!!!
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At 15th Apr 2010, Simple with a dimple Sal wrote:First one through Bingo.
I take it we'll not see you hugging a tree any time soon.LOL!
Actually I could do with one or more trees for my back garden, you have given me an idea!
MTF.xx
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At 15th Apr 2010, Jakeygirl wrote:Bingo, please don't be heading to London to the ITV studios, it's been filmed at Granada in Manchester!
JG x
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At 15th Apr 2010, Jakeygirl wrote:being, even...as it's live
JG x
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At 15th Apr 2010, Chrissie-S wrote:Hi Chris: nothing would entice me to watch the debate tonight. I couldn't watch it for a moment - the leaders of the main parties are so insincere, and I don't believe a single word that somes out of their mouths, unfortunately. I will vote though - the fight that was fought to get women the vote was just so horrendous that I would feel guilty if I didn't vote. But, tonight, I think the bathroom is going to get a jolly good clean!
Hi everyone else - hope all is well.
C xx
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At 15th Apr 2010, Dan the Man wrote:Beep beep beep beep
the following took place between 9:30 AM and 9:31 AM
Hells Bells: Good on ye boss, I think we managed it
Big Chief CLP: Thanks, wee girl, could'nt have done it without you. How's the president? Whats the latest with the White House?
Hells Bells: Will you please for the love of all that is Good and Holy?...... that was all yesterday... ginve me a break, move on . . .
Big Chief CLP: oh, oh right then . . .
Beep beep beep beep. . .
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At 15th Apr 2010, U11733486 wrote:Jakeygirl - So CLP iz coming ter Manchester.... just up the road from Liverpool.... even better!!!! :)
MTF - Don't talk ter me about 'ugging trees!!!!!! Anyway if a did 'andbrake me rig onter th e'ard shoulder & get outta me rig ter 'ug a motorway tree.... i'd be arreasted by the motorway ploice or the new gistapo 'ighway Officers!!!!!!!!!!!
PS ALL - FREAK OUT.... a wrote at the end of me first blog 'a can't breath!!!'
That waz before a 'ad 'eard terdee's news of this ash cloud... freak out maybe a physchic moment!!!!!!!!
Someteems a frighten meself all!!!!!!!
Bye!
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At 15th Apr 2010, U11733486 wrote:Dan The Man - You gotta crush on CLP's boss too??????
Don't blame yer, she's goot amazing eyes & charisma!!!!!!!!!!
PS ALL - May aswell make the most of the ash.... it's only the only teem we're ever gonna ave more important ashes than the Aussies!!!!!!!!
Bye!
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At 15th Apr 2010, B-sMum wrote:Making me angry now Bingo - I hate to see fully grown trees being chopped down and shredded - why do they do that?
Ditto Chrissie - another thing that makes me angry - folk who don't bother to vote.
LOL Dan
What's the hair like MTF? New pic on fb yet?
JG - if there are no planes flying - wonder if they will all pop on a train together to get to Manchester.
Beez xx
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At 15th Apr 2010, Simple with a dimple Sal wrote:Beez, I think you know that I am much happier behind a camera than in front of it!
Actually, I took a bit of bribery along with me and left my broomstick outside and seem to have got off lightly, except for my pocket!
MTF.xx
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At 15th Apr 2010, Jakeygirl wrote:Beez, I don't know about the rest of them but the Brown's were spotted near my house, so they're already here...
Well, when I say spotted, they are a little difficult to miss with police motorcade escorting them.
T'is weird without the planes, as we're quite close to the airport here, and no jet trails in the sky....
JG x
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At 15th Apr 2010, Simple with a dimple Sal wrote:Can you see the sky JG, the gloom seems to have settled here.
MTF.xx
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At 15th Apr 2010, Manchester Calling wrote:Afternoon folks,
Gorgeous day, blue blue sky and nice and sunny. ;-)
CLP, I dont profess to know much about politics, but i do wish it was all over, its getting so boring already.
All i can say , is that they all show great taste in which city to come to today ;-)) !!
MC xxx
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At 15th Apr 2010, Simple with a dimple Sal wrote:Blue sky MC, its really cold here today.
MTF.xx
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At 15th Apr 2010, Obamarama wrote:How I miss Mrs Merton. "So tell me Debbie McGee, what first attracted you to the millionaire Paul Daniels?"
I'll be out tonight but will record the debate. I agree with you though Chris, it's the sort of thing that you have to watch live. I bet they're all quaking in their highly polished shoes. Rather them than me. It's not so much answering the questions, they don't bother with that nonsense, it's the scrutiny of the body language, the amount of perspiration and so on. Just imagine - one of them unthinkingly mops his brow or has something up his nose and it loses him the whole election. Crikey.
Love to you all - hoping to make it on Saturday for a pint of scrumpy.
Barmy xx
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At 15th Apr 2010, Jakeygirl wrote:We've just had a jazz band pass by our office on foot... have no idea why... with a crowd of folk dancing along with it.
It's lovely and warm here MTF, once you're out of the cold wind. How did the haircut go?
JG x
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At 15th Apr 2010, B-sMum wrote:JG just watching the news - they are all up your way!! Blue sky too MC seen it - grey and dull here and flippin cold!
Beez xx
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At 15th Apr 2010, Simple with a dimple Sal wrote:Got off lightly with the haircut JG.
The sun has come out here now, but there is still a lingering gloom.
I thought it might be the volcano dust but it cant be if you have it clear up there.
MTF.xx
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At 15th Apr 2010, Manchester Calling wrote:MTF, sorry to hear the sun is not with you. May i be greedy and ask for it to remain here until 5.30pm, as I have a line of washing out today !
JG, sounds like there is a party going on at the Quays !
MC xx
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At 15th Apr 2010, B-sMum wrote:See you Saturday Barmy.
Beez xx
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At 15th Apr 2010, Andy Toverson wrote:Hello B's Hope you're not too busy, I've sent you a reply on t'other side.
MC - party on the quay's but not invited you, how rude! Better than 'a row going down near Slough' esp as politicians are in town.
A
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At 15th Apr 2010, Aliwesty wrote:Afternoon All,
The sun is shining in Kent - Hooray. I haven't stopped all morning and I've only been working in a church office, who'd have thought it would be so busy?!?
Chris, I shall be watching tonight, although I might struggle to not switch channels and watch Grey's Anatomy and the georgeous Patrick Dempsey; it depends how exciting the debate is!
I agree with Chrissie #15 I couldn't not vote. Although I am still not quite sure who to vote for but am carefully considering it and promise not to vote for the best looking one...LOL, which is what I told someone on the phone a few years back when they asked which party I would vote for.
Oh well time for a cuppa and to answer some emails.
AliB
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At 15th Apr 2010, NicRolastic wrote:Chris,
I think that millions will tune in tonight for the novelty, which will have worn off by Chapter 3, when the viewers will number less than SK's listeners...allegedly...
I have a wide selection of rotten fruit all ready to hurl at 2 of the candidates...
Nic
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At 15th Apr 2010, Jakeygirl wrote:Apparently Mr JG wants to watch it, have told him he's on his own...
I might start packing if I can do it without upsetting the dog too much.
JG x
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At 15th Apr 2010, AuntieSandy wrote:Whether we watch it or not this TV debate has certainly given us all something to talk about! Would like to watch it but not sure it will hold my interest long enough and fear I may get irate and angry at 3 grown men refusing to answer specific questions! I heard on the radio this morning that they have all been rehearsing for their debuts tonight - do they already know the questions that will be asked???!!
MTF - bet the hair cut looks lovely.
CSN - from prev blog, good to hear daughter and grandaughter both safely home.
Ali - Dr McDreamy, yummy!! He is gawjus!
Car back from repairers today - looks good! Shame I'm selling it on Saturday to get something more practical and economical for the move and commute!
ASx
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At 15th Apr 2010, CrimboDeevs wrote:Huzzah! Not only did I find Waitrose, they sell chilli cheese spread too - RESULT!!!!!!!!!!
So, to recap for tonight ...... I need to hide the 3 x remote controls, any pens on the coffee table and now the fruit bowl to avoid it getting hurled at the tellybox! Blimey.
Bingo - I'm pretty sure CLP will be watching The Debate from his beloved comfy sofa as opposed to in the audience in Madchester.
Deevs
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At 15th Apr 2010, Barney wrote:Chris
I really can't see the point of these debates.
It's not as if they will be asked any searching questions.
It seems that we are just copying the Americans. The difference is that unless you live in their constituency then you are not voting for Brown or Cameron and even if their parties win the election they are not guaranteed to be PM.
Let's get away from this personality based politics and concentrate on the issues at local, national and international level.
I totally agree that everyone should vote, over the years too many people have made huge sacrifices so that we can live in a democracy. Abstaining is not a protest, so if none of the candidates appeal to you then just spoil your ballot paper, at least it shows you care.
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At 15th Apr 2010, debshasjoined wrote:arternoon all!
Right back darn brizzle and just to let mini meeters know that once again, I have gone beyond the call of duty and just "re-tested" the pub we are meeting in - to help GD get over the excitement of her first driving lesson with the GORGEOUS instructor - me thinking might need a few brush up lessons myself.....
Anyway - Barmy hope you can make it too -
best go - got an interview to do....
laters taters
debs
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At 15th Apr 2010, _Rusty_ wrote:It's ED....or 'Eruption Disruption' I tell you!
Very strange to be working here at head office by Heathrow and not see any planes flying at all. Glad I cycled today!
Jx
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At 15th Apr 2010, B-sMum wrote:Thanks Andy - have replied on t'other side. Food for thought indeed.
I agree AS and Barney - going to be stage managed and most of the nation will be snoozing in their chairs after the first half hour.
Just reminded me Deev - food - need to pop out. Somehow can't concentrate on work today - perhaps a bit of fresh volcanic air will do me good and I'll be back later with my work head on... or not :)
Beez xx
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At 15th Apr 2010, CrimboDeevs wrote:Barney
I don't think people "abstain" as a protest, it's just that the abstainers, in the main, CBA.
Sad but true.
When I moved in with Nic in February, one of my main priorities was making sure my name is on the electoral register.
Deevs
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At 15th Apr 2010, B-sMum wrote:Thought about you Rusty when I watched the lunch time news. All the airports they televised looked really weird with no folk around.
Beez xx
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At 15th Apr 2010, NicRolastic wrote:If I was PM I would ban all kinds of cheese spread, marmite and twiglets!
Nic
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At 15th Apr 2010, CrimboDeevs wrote:But Nic, you would then have such a grumpy auld First Lady on your arm!
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At 15th Apr 2010, goldiesmum1 wrote:afternoon all, what a peaceful day here with the flights cancelled (we live very near to the flight path for Southampton Airport!!) heard a good one earlier tho .... the game of Chinese Whispers seems to have gone t***s up as the request to Iceland was 'send CASH'!!!
Hope everyone is well, havent had chance to catch up on last few days.
Luv
GM xx
peess Nic you can't ban Marmite cos I love it!!
peepeesss Won't be watching debate tonight as really don't want to be bored to tears :)
xx
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At 15th Apr 2010, Jakeygirl wrote:Hi GM
I've heard it was caused by "(Insert rival footy team) dusting out their trophy cabinet" quite a few times...
Various teams mentioned locally, mainly Man City and Leeds...perhaps we should add Ar.....? Err, no, best not!
JG x
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At 15th Apr 2010, CrimboDeevs wrote:It's ok JG, I can take it ..... x
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At 15th Apr 2010, Sezzagirl wrote:'Lo everybody
Glad I'm not meant to be flying anywhere today, bit weird isn't? Must be very strange if you're near a airport
Not sure if I'm going to watch the debate tonight. have to say that elections usually pass me by but this year I am more inclined to be interested than before. Not sure why
Deevs, now you're a Master Chef, does that mean you put a smear of pureed something and a foam of something else that really doesn't seem to go with the first thing on every PLATE OF FOOD that you serve?
Debs, trial puds in the oven. Will let you know how they go!
Laters
Seza x x
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At 15th Apr 2010, AuntieSandy wrote:I agree with all - it should be compulsory to vote! The abstainers will be ok until whomever gets elected and does something they don't like or agree with and then they have audacity to moan about it!! Best get off soap box now me thinks!
Hope the pub testing met with approval Debs and go for the refresher lessons, lol!!
Airports must have a very spooky feel to them today - glad am not jetting off on my hols just yet!
AS x
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At 15th Apr 2010, AuntieSandy wrote:BTW - marmite and cheese, both yuck in my book! Although got to agree did like the curry twiglets - bring them back!
AS x
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At 15th Apr 2010, NicRolastic wrote:AS - I agree on the political comments and the marmite and cheese but curry twiglets - I would class those on a level with Class A drugs, were I PM!
Deevs - Please, no wasabi mash!
Nic
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At 15th Apr 2010, Sezzagirl wrote:Just checked my mini-puds!
They're huge!
Seza xx
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At 15th Apr 2010, B-sMum wrote:Thats nice for you Seza !
Beez xx
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At 15th Apr 2010, Tiggs xx wrote:what sort of puds Seza? And Debs, so nice of you to make that sacrifice for us mini-meeters!
ttfn
Tiggs xxx
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At 15th Apr 2010, Sezzagirl wrote:Yorkshire puds!
Want to make lickle ones for starters at the weekend
I'll bung a pic on FB sometime!
Seza xx
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At 15th Apr 2010, Tiggs xx wrote:oic, hope you're successful!
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At 15th Apr 2010, AuntieSandy wrote:Nic - can't comment on Class A drugs h onest but curry twiglets tasted ok to me!
Seza - stop bragging about the size of your puddings!!
Tiggs, carry on knitting!
AS x
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At 15th Apr 2010, Tiggs xx wrote:AS, am still knitting, honest! May take it with me to Brizzle on Saturday so the girlies can model it for me!
Tiggs xxx
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At 15th Apr 2010, AuntieSandy wrote:Tiggs, lol :) great idea - pics please!
AS x
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At 15th Apr 2010, Tiggs xx wrote:No probs AS, MTF with her new barnet too!
Tiggs xxx
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At 15th Apr 2010, AuntieSandy wrote:Defo Tiggs we need to see that too
AS x
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At 15th Apr 2010, AuntieSandy wrote:Am all packed up and ready to go home and there is still 10 mins to go! How bad is that??!!
AS x
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At 15th Apr 2010, Tiggs xx wrote:oh dear AS but at least it's only a few mins now!
Tiggs xxx
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At 15th Apr 2010, brightAnnie-G wrote:Afternoon each
Don't think I can bear to watch the Debate tonight - I'll read about it tomorrow morning. Watching politicians squirm and mouth platitudes makes me uncomfortable to say the least.
xxxx
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At 15th Apr 2010, pip7890 wrote:Evening all
I'll be watching it tonight, although I suspect I won't be watching future ones as rehearsed answers to preset questions by three fellas wearing more make-up in one evening than I wear in a year is not my bag!
That said, irrespective of your own personal political position - you're all talking a lot of sense in the comments you've made above. I agree, too many sacrifices made to NOT vote but, for me personally, no one party currently stands out as the one I want to give my vote to. It shouldn't be about looks, personality, or anything else. It should be about who can best do the job. I worry that with all the newspaper sensationalism the parties lose sight of this. I don't care what they're wearing, where they shop, or anything else. They're nothing special - they all p in the pot like the rest of us.
It should be about KISS and not the baby type. They need to Keep It Short and Simple. What can they do for us, what can they do for the country and most importantly how are they going to do it. I could be a size zero, I could be a millionaire but I couldn't tell you how I could achieve either because it's all talk on my part.
It's about time they showed us, the public, some respect, started listening to us and put our needs first and got on with it. Isn't that what Public Service is all about?
PiPx
PS Must put my soapbox away!
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At 15th Apr 2010, brightAnnie-G wrote:Well said Pip. One of the clues in The Scotsman crossword today was Referendum. The answer was Plebiiscite, which reminded me that we are all Plebs in their eyes.
I will vote, because I should, but I honestly feel that politicians toe the Party line far too much and don't listen to the people who vote them in.
xxxx
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At 15th Apr 2010, brightAnnie-G wrote:Bums. There's one too many 'i's' in Plebiscite. xx
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At 15th Apr 2010, Susan_upon_Tyne-but on the move wrote:Nice one Pip and totally agree.
On a much more important note are you still thinking of organising a Leeds meet?
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At 15th Apr 2010, brightAnnie-G wrote:Right, washed the waterproof jacket and the Per Una fleece ready to be packed on Sunday. You lot have been absolutely no help whatsoever on the 'capsule wardrobe' so I'm packing sweaters, summer tops, jeans, walking boots, socks etc.... all in one wee case. None of you are getting pressies from Lewis, Harris and Barra, ok?
Kirstie is staying over tomorrow night as we're going to some folk thingy in Dunkeld, so she may be on here giving you grief late tomorrow night. I'll be sober as I'm the driver. Be afraid.
xxxxx
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At 15th Apr 2010, pip7890 wrote:I've posted something on the CLP bloggers page about the Leeds meet Susan. I think it will be 26 June as the majority seem to favour this.
I'm also happy to organise a York meet (I'm on the other side of the A1 to York about 25 mins away) but it would have to be late October as I have my final exam that month. Again, if anyone is interested let me know on the other side.
PiPx
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At 15th Apr 2010, Tiggs xx wrote:would love to join the Leeds meet but 26th June is my baby sis's 40th and I've bought us tix to go see Les Mis in Londinium! Need to get to York sometime though, it's where Mr Tiggs was born and I've never been there so that may be an idea
Tiggs xxx
back to the scarf.....
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At 15th Apr 2010, Thunderclap wrote:Well said Pip
Keep safe all.
Thunder
P.S. Havent heard a "Quack" for ages. Where's Dook?
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At 15th Apr 2010, B-sMum wrote:That's my Pip - well said girl!! You keep stood standing on your soapbox chuck.
Annie - was going to comment about the capsule but waiting for weather forecast. Think you may have it right with the summer top for Saturday but it's going to be freezing with possibility of snow on Sunday.
Sus - hopefully you wont be poorly and make the Leeds meet. I'm quite looking forward to going round the one way system a few times again!!!
Long time since I went to a show Tiggs - must remedy that soon!! Will the scarf wrap round us all on Saturday?
Hi Thunder - long time no blog!
Beez xx
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At 15th Apr 2010, brightAnnie-G wrote:Beez - SNOW!!!!! Bu**er.
xxxx
Evening Thunder
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At 15th Apr 2010, Aliwesty wrote:Go Pip - You've got my vote. Very well said and 100% true. Let's see what tonights debate throws up - lies and more lies???
Had a bit of a trauma on the way home a little old lady fell down right in front of me, tripped on the pavement, it was very nasty. Didn't know what to do first! Blood was pouring from her nose, I helped her up, grappled in my handbag for some tissues held them on her nose, called an ambulance, thank goodness some other people stopped to help. Thank God for the Ambulance service xx saw her safely off to hospital, but I keep wondering if she is OK. She was talking throughout the whole ordeal, but she lost a lot of blood. Her names Joan and the ironic thing was she fell just outside a hospital(not an A&E one) as she was going to visit a friend in there. Bless her.
Hope I didn't put anyone off their tea ;)
AliB
xx
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At 15th Apr 2010, Tiggs xx wrote:Beez
Couple more feet and it may well go round all of us!
Tiggs xxx
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At 15th Apr 2010, brightAnnie-G wrote:Ali, how awful for you, but well done on helping her.
Beez, just had a look at the forecast for Stornoway and it's light rain on Monday - no mention of snow thank goodness. I will, of course, keep you updated while I'm away.
xxxx
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At 15th Apr 2010, pip7890 wrote:Oh dear Ali. Are you okay? Being part of something like that can be very upsetting after the event. (((Ali)))
Right folks - I am organising two blog meets:
Leeds - Saturday 26 June 2010
York - Saturday 30 October 2010 (I should have my exam result by then and if it's a 'Man from Del Monte (other brands available) he says Yes!' then there could well be a round on me!!!)
I have asked for expressions of interest on the CLP Bloggers page on FB. If you're not a FB user (and definitely don't want to be) but would like to come along to the meet then shout up and I'll make sure I put details on here when they're known.
PiPx
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At 15th Apr 2010, brightAnnie-G wrote:Left you a message Pip.
xxxxx
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At 15th Apr 2010, pip7890 wrote:Annie - noted, thanks.
Right I'm off now. DS made a baked strawberry cheesecake yesterday and it's been 'setting' in the fridge ever since. Off to help decorate and then demolish it. I know, I lost 3lb last week and at this rate I'll be lucky to keep it off!
Until later....!!
PiPx
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At 15th Apr 2010, Aliwesty wrote:Thanks Pip and Annie, I'm fine but it is times like this you wish you didn't live on your own, I could do with a real hug as well as a virtual one.
Right quick shower and then ITV1.
AliB
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At 15th Apr 2010, brightAnnie-G wrote:Ali, know exactly what you mean. Big hugs. xxxxxx
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At 15th Apr 2010, B-sMum wrote:Big hug Ali. Mr B did the same not long ago and was so upset with poor old lady forgot the door was open on the car. Saw her fall as he was getting in. Dog a good samaritan too - shot out of the car and went straight to the poor lady and gave her a lick! ((()))
Beez xx
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At 15th Apr 2010, B-sMum wrote:OMG - I have already yelled at the TV twice and groaned at the "set" ness about it. C'mon ´óÏó´«Ã½ - sure you can do better - let them have a go at each other!!!!
Beez xx
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At 15th Apr 2010, Manchester Calling wrote:Ali , sending you a big hug, glad there are people like you out there who will help people in need. Give yourself a pat on the back and a hug from me.
MC xx
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At 15th Apr 2010, brightAnnie-G wrote:Beez, can't bear it - switching over to Have I got news for you. xxx
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At 15th Apr 2010, Sezzagirl wrote:Ali, wish i was there to give you a hug. hope you have a bit left over from Monday to use tonight. x x
Seza x x
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At 15th Apr 2010, Simple with a dimple Sal wrote:Howdy doody!
I am here to join in any conversation that doesnt include the volcano cloud OR the other "stuff".
Any ideas??
MTF.xx
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At 15th Apr 2010, Simple with a dimple Sal wrote:Ali, that poor lady. What a blessing that she had you passing by.
MTF.xx
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At 15th Apr 2010, Susan_upon_Tyne-but on the move wrote:Blog meet in October MTF as we would love to see you up here abouts x
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At 15th Apr 2010, Manchester Calling wrote:Seza, your large little cakes sound good ;-)
MTF , shall we talk about tomorrow , its only a day away ?
MC xx
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At 15th Apr 2010, brightAnnie-G wrote:Howdedoody MTF. Garden is looking good, although no birdies inhabiting my bird box yet.
xxxx
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At 15th Apr 2010, Sezzagirl wrote:MC Would put pics of the "little" yorkies on FB but they are an idea for my come dine with me at the weekend and I don't want Mr Seza to see them!
Do you think we're taking this a bit too seriously?
x x
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At 15th Apr 2010, Simple with a dimple Sal wrote:Yes Susan deffo, on the York meet. Cant make the Leeds one as it is the day I go on hollibobs!
Annie my little bird house has sat empty since bumble bees took it over a couple of years ago.
MC, tomorrow??
Ah yes, its the day after today!
MTF.xx
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At 15th Apr 2010, B-sMum wrote:If this doesn't turn you off politics!!! Last thing they do is serve the public!! Losing the will here! Feel like gb could do with a good slap!
Recording HIGNFY Annie and really miffed I may be missing Outnumbered in a mo.
Seza - how did the big uns turn out? Was it Crumpy's recipe? Must try it. In fact message me on fb and I'll give it a go!
Beez xx
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At 15th Apr 2010, Manchester Calling wrote:MTF, you know what i am talking about ! ;-)))
Sezza, oooh Yorkies, i thought you meant cake cakes . Yes in answer to your question.
Hi Annie, hope you are ok.
MCxx
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At 15th Apr 2010, Simple with a dimple Sal wrote:Hi Seza, looking forward to showing off in your new scarf on saturday.
MTF.xx
Ps Tiggs needs some mustard coloured wool...
Anyone?
I will look tomorrow Tiggs, what ply?
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At 15th Apr 2010, brightAnnie-G wrote:Am in the middle of washing loads of socks and knickers for packing on Sunday. And watching HIGNFY.
xxxxx
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At 15th Apr 2010, Sezzagirl wrote:I shall look forward to seeing my scarf!
Annia, How many pairs are you going to wear?
x x
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At 15th Apr 2010, Sezzagirl wrote:100!
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