Ken's Back And All Is Well
I asked Russell Brand on the telly on Friday if he had a guru. To which, he replied he did - in fact he had two. Both sincere and genuine. I'm with him here, I think having a guru is no bad thing, and furthermore I don't think any of us should be backwards at coming forwards when we need to ask someone who might know a bit more than we do for help.
For this I have Ken (ZenKen) Bruce, the Zenmeister of Radio Twosville to turn to. I have often bowed down to his commensurate wisdom when experiencing doubt, paranoia and insecurity - basically every day of my life. Rumour has it, his last fortnight's break was largely to recharge his batteries in preparation for my continuing needy education.
On Monday I visited the brilliant Motorcycle Museum (and Tea Rooms) in The New Forest. The place is a shrine to two wheeled power from the mid-19th century to the present day. But also antique radios feature there - that work. And whose voice was radiating warmth and ennui across the peaceful showrooms of glistening chrome and paintwork? The Zenmeister. I told him as much when I saw him first thing today.
"So, finally, it's official, I'm a museum piece eh ?" he remarked quick as a flash. Never Ken, never but a national treasure and a fine colleague - oh yes.
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At 26th Apr 2011, welsh bird billie wrote:Hello hey im first xxxx
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At 26th Apr 2011, cleverSupernanny wrote:110. At 15:30pm 26th Apr 2011, You wrote:
Hello all.
Bit chilly here today.
Glad you all had a lovely weekend.
I had a great weekend with all the family, long lunches and bbq's and lots of fun and laughter.
I now have an empty loft after clearing out all my daughters Michael Jackson's stuff this morning and taking it over to her house, found some Cabbage Patch dolls up there too.
AliB and Chrissie, I am looking forward to the Royal Wedding too, all the family are coming over for the day.
csn. xx
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At 26th Apr 2011, cleverSupernanny wrote:Chris, loved the show this morning.
I think it is good to take advice from people that might know more than we do about something.
csn. xx
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At 26th Apr 2011, Sezzagirl wrote:Oo Oo Oo
The Royal Choccie Biccie cake is on Blue Peter just now! Well at least a cake like it is! The Head Chef won't tell us the real recipe!
Looks yummy though!
I'm going to sit with my Mum and watch all the proceedings. The boys are ringing a quarter peal of church bells in celebration
Sezza xxxx
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At 26th Apr 2011, Sezzagirl wrote:ps Enjoyed watching the interview on Friday
Thought it was very thought-provoking!
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At 26th Apr 2011, captainstella wrote:I like to take advice from people
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At 26th Apr 2011, Chrissie-S wrote:Hi Chris,
It can be so helpful to turn to someone more experienced than ourselves, can't it? Very funny what you said about Ken needing a rest to help with your continued education! I don't think it goes quite that far, but I do get your drift! xx
Gail: I do hope the Edinburgh mini-meet will go ahead, even though as I explained privately, it's looking doubtful for me now. Being a tourist in Edinburgh is brilliant!
CSN: what a very busy day you have had! Bet you feel great getting the loft cleared out.
Billie: hiya!
Sezza: do you have champagne in the fridge too?!
Have a nice evening everyone.
C xx
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At 26th Apr 2011, Sezzagirl wrote:Chrissie, what a very good idea! I might take you up on that! ;-)
Well, I've done it! Just have to wait to see if I've got any!
Sezza xxx
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At 26th Apr 2011, rebecca wrote:Hallo and Good very pleasant evening,
What made my day today was when a very young boy gave me a pink emblazened daisy whilst I was talking to his mother. I have placed the stem in a drop of water so that it lasts. It was on par if not better than the pleasant suprise of hearing Dickie (sitting in for Chrissie (lol) play the guitar and sing a song for Zoe Ball!
xx
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At 26th Apr 2011, cathmel wrote:Hello bloggers!!
Ah the motorcycle museum - that takes me back to my childhood...........I lived about a mile away in New Milton and in fact about 5 houses from Sammy Miller who owns and runs the motorcycle museum.
Back to today..............I am feeling very excited Lauren (eldest daughter) has been in France with my Mum for a month and is coming home on Thursday. Maddie and i have made a welcome home banner for the airport a la gavin and stacy!!!
I hope you are all really well
x x x x
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At 26th Apr 2011, i_amrosieposie wrote:Evening CLP and welcome back to the airwaves! Hiya to everyone else too.
I do like Ken's show when I get to hear it, on my days off. It's good to have someone to turn to for advice, and I think it shows a good deal of maturity to admit when you need it!
I will be watching the wedding at home on Friday, then driving down to Dumfries as some friends (and former colleagues) are getting married that day too, I'm joining the reception in the evening, and looking forward to it very much!
Hope everyone has ahd a good day,
Rx
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At 26th Apr 2011, brightAnnie-G wrote:Evening each
I have a couple of people I look up to and take their advice but the wisest and most honest person I consulted was my brother. I miss his pithy comments.
It's nice to have Ken back.
Haven't caught up yet, I'm just home from doing a couple of hours work but I see Rosie above me. I'll be watching the wedding too. Did anyone read Victoria Cohen's article in the Observer about it? Made me laugh and I agree totally.
Back in a bit. xxxxx
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At 26th Apr 2011, Aliwesty wrote:Evening All,
Quite agree about someone older and wiser to talk things over with and seek advice - mine is the lovely Beryl, who I mentioned the other day, she is a wise old bird.
We can have a mass blog session whilst the wedding is on, I'm sure Chris won't mind. I was 13 when Charles and Di got married, so I am right excited about this one. I think it's important that the youngesters watch it, as William will be their King one day. My friend in the States is getting up early to watch it and we are going to FB chat whilst it's on. Only three more sleeps :)
Annie, Oz good to see you xx I don't always blog in the evening so miss some people.
AliB
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At 26th Apr 2011, brightAnnie-G wrote:Hallo Ali. What a good idea - a mass blog session - especially about The Dress!! I'm up for that. Don't have to look after teeny boys on Friday as their Mum has the holiday so I'll have the tv on as soon as I get up.
Having given it some thought, I think Victoria Cohen is actually Victoria Coren. A funny article anyway.
xxxxx
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At 26th Apr 2011, Simple with a dimple Sal wrote:Hi all.
Put me down for some mass blogging too.... IF I am off. Cant say, that the boss is that enthusiastic, despite all the bunting that is on show outside the lab!!!
I still look back and see those two little lads on that dreadful day in 1997. I lost my Mum that year, and at 35, felt like my world had ended.
I admire both of them and how they have coped.
MTF.xx
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At 26th Apr 2011, cleverSupernanny wrote:AliB and Annie, a mass blog session on Friday sounds a good idea, in between looking after the family members that are descending at my house at god knows what time in the morning, for the day.
csn. xx
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At 26th Apr 2011, Sezzagirl wrote:I'll have to blog in spirit I think unless i take the laptop to Mum's which sort of defeats the object of going!
I'm definately up for an extra-special FNWC - a touch of bubbly called for i think!
I'm just watching masterchef - not something i usually do - does it help when it takes longer to tell us what the dish is than it does for people to eat it!
MTF (((x)))
Sezza xxx
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At 26th Apr 2011, brightAnnie-G wrote:CSN/Sezza: Kirstie has just texted me to say she's coming over to spend the day watching the wedding. No doubt she'll be on here for FNWC and taking over my laptop.
Be afraid - she's a Scottish Nationalist!!!!
xxxxx
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At 26th Apr 2011, Simple with a dimple Sal wrote:Thanks Sezza I'm fine now. You learn to live with these things. Mr Mobs is now older than either of my parents reached and both of my kids are still in their teens!
I am very much looking forward to FNWC, it would be nice to see some more faces on here too.
I'll let the Mayo Bloggers know. United we stand.
MTF.xx
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At 26th Apr 2011, brightAnnie-G wrote:MTF, I was 19 when my dad died very suddenly in a road accident. I know how you feel. You never get over it but you learn to deal with it. xxxxxxx
Kirstie has just texted me yet again - saying Jacobite songs may be sung on Friday. Am beginning to regret what seemed like a good idea.
xxxx
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At 26th Apr 2011, Sezzagirl wrote:Annie, lol! I'll send you up some flags and a mug and ooo I got some earrings! I'll send you the spare pair - they're crowns! Should go down a treat!
MTF, Hugs are good any way!
CSN Sounds like it'll be fun at your house too!
Meant to say earlier Hello Billie! Saw you pop in first there!
Sezza xxx
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At 26th Apr 2011, GirltaristHan wrote:I completely missed the show today - I have the three days off between the bank holidays - I slept in until 10 lol nice lay in.
So what can I do for my birthday tomorrow that doesn't cost very much? I think a cup of hot choccy is about the most I can afford lol.
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At 26th Apr 2011, brightAnnie-G wrote:Sezza, I must have a look for those earrings - Kirstie would love them - NOT!!!
Friday promises to be an interesting day. xxxxxx
Am off with my Kindle and hot chocolate. Hairdresser tomorrow morning. Night all. xxxxx
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At 26th Apr 2011, Sezzagirl wrote:Hannah, put your hot choc in a flask, take a stroll to the prettiest place you know and sit in the sun and enjoy!
Night all - i'm off to polish me tiara
That's just reminded me of a certain bloggers wedding - Hi Baggypuss - that we all put our posh hats on for!
Maybe we could do that again for Friday?
Posh Hats, Fascinators or Tiaras - whatever takes your fancy
Sezza xxx
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At 26th Apr 2011, cleverSupernanny wrote:I lost my mum and dad in the same year, they died 13 weeks apart, my mum was only 49.
csn. xx
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At 26th Apr 2011, Simple with a dimple Sal wrote:Annie, lil sis was the same age. Very tough.xx
Have been thinking about thirsty Kirsty (bet she hasn't heard that one before!) hope she is ok. Send her my love.
Not too sure, as haven't been here that much but....
The word from Bingo is, that Marj is on the mend and able to sit in her chair in hospital.
I miss Marj and hope she gets to see some of these posts. Bingo has also been poorly, but is now back at work, but getting to see Marj at every opportunity.
MTF.xx
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At 26th Apr 2011, Sezzagirl wrote:Annie, ELH down here has a whole rack of very cheap tat, I mean, tasteful, charming souvenirs! 3 pairs of earrings for 2 squid!
A bargain, considering one pair are just like that engagement ring. That on it's worth a fortune and there are 2 earrings!
Ebay here i come!
Really going now!
Sezza xxx
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At 26th Apr 2011, brightAnnie-G wrote:Sezza, I'll be there tomorrow!!
Kirstie is ok, dealing with her health scare well.
CSN, my Dad was 49 too. Horrid, isn't it?
Saw Bingo's message on FB. Marj seems to be doing ok.
xxxxx
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At 26th Apr 2011, cleverSupernanny wrote:Night Annie and everyone.
Sleep well.
csn. xx
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At 26th Apr 2011, Obamarama wrote:Hi everyone. Chris - what a lovely blog about Ken. I think it speaks volumes about you. Years ago when you were all over the radio and the telly and (by your own account) struggling with a few demons, it still came through how you respected people who were more experienced than you in showbiz when you interviewed them. I guess it's the same whatever we do for a living - we look up to our peers and it's only their approval that we seek, to be honest.
On another topic, I'm very excited about the wedding. It's bunting and flags and snacks and bubbly all the way here. I've heard all the arguments against having the monarchy but I still wouldn't change it for the world. I just couldn't bear all of that history to come to a sudden stop.
Barmy. xx
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At 27th Apr 2011, Super Bagpuss wrote:morning ladies
I dont seem to be that excited about the wedding I'm afraid. I'm glad we have a day off and I'm happy that they are getting married and hope they will be happy, but with two weddings under my belt this year and one more to go I'm afraid I'm weddinged out. We will be watching it with family at a BBQ on Friday so hopefully will catch the feeling then :-)
Seza - thanks for the comment about my wedding, Chris' dedication came on the ipoddy on Mon when me and Mr bp where together and we just smiled - I'm so glad I married him.
Penultimate day of this job and then brand new spanking job on Tuesday :-)
baggy
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At 27th Apr 2011, GeeGee wrote:Baggy - I'm liking the sound of your "spanking job", I do hope you're going to dress accordingly for that!! LOL
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Gail.
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At 27th Apr 2011, GirltaristHan wrote:Sezza - Good idea :)
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At 27th Apr 2011, Sezzagirl wrote:Morning all
Honestly, sometimes it's good that I work on my own! Having a little chuckle at the thought of who might volunteer to accompany Joe Schmo for the night in a tent!
Don't forget the camping stove and a wooly hat - it'll be cold out there in the middle of the night!
Baggy, your wedding was fun!;-) Although, as Gail says, not as much fun as the spanking job!
Right, off to try and keep the smiley breakfast show feeling going all day!
Laters Lovelys
Sezza x x x
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At 27th Apr 2011, Aliwesty wrote:Morning All,
It's not too shabby in North Kent, although I have gone back to three layers as opposed to the one or two that I've been wearing recently.
xx Happy Birthday Hannah xx
Barmy, Quite agree with your last paragraph, there is so much history there. And good old Queenie is still going strong at 85!
I am going to be torn on Friday morning as to whether to watch the ´óÏó´«Ã½ or listen to Chris...eek...what to do? But I shall be up at the crack of sparrows soaking up the atmosphere, raising a glass at 11 and probably wiping away a tear (and I hardly ever cry!) Two more sleeps (can you tell I'm excited).
However, every now and again I spare a thought to Catherine and to how she must be feeling - poor love.
As Sezza said Laters Lovelys
AliB
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At 27th Apr 2011, MwK-Glasgow wrote:Morning All,
Chris I am loving your work - as always xx Great idea to have Joe report from Parliament Sq. Looking forward to starting the day off with you on Friday.
Ali - Easter Egg hunt was a huge success. I am now the best Auntie in the whole wide world haha - don't you just love kids?
Annie - no midnight feasts I'm afraid - the baby was asleep by 7.30 right through until 8.30am and the 6 year old from 8pm until 9.30am!
Maddy - pleased to hear you are doing okay and look forward to "seeing" you soon xx Take care xx
Sezza - Great idea - I'm going to keep the smiley breakfast show feeling going all day too!
Only two more sleeps and then I'm on holiday for 10 days - yippeee!
Have a good day folks!
Mary xx
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At 27th Apr 2011, MwK-Glasgow wrote:Sorry Chris how remiss of me not to comment on your blog to Ken. One of the many things I love about you is how you acknowledge and respect those who have more experience in your field. The great thing about a guru is that you learn something new from them every time you see or speak to them. I am sure Ken will be very humbled by your admiration.
Mary xx
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At 27th Apr 2011, Chrissie-S wrote:Hi everyone:
Busy day at the coalface here - this is the first chance I have had to pop in!
Cathmel: you will no doubt give your daughter the biggest hug ever tomorrow! Love the idea of the welcome home banner!
Annie: I did indeed read the Victoria Coren piece - some of it so funny, especially about Princess Anne wearing a skirt from 1973! And agreed with everything she said about Diana.
AliB: I like the idea of a Royal Wedding Blog Chat - but I will be at my sister's for the entire day. I may take a wee peek in for the FNWC!
Hannah: happy birthday! Hope you have a lovely day.
It's great to hear that Maddy is getting better. I have been thinking of her every day. xx
Mary: isn't it just wonderful to look forward to such a long break?! You deserve it, and I hope you enjoy every day. xx
Only an hour until lunchtime - it's such a lovely day, I will be going for a little walk!
C xx
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At 27th Apr 2011, Katy Mac wrote:Hello lovely neighbours - how goes in here this short week?.
There have been a few chuckles next door regarding Royal Wedding Invite names. Thought you may like to play along ...
Start off with Lady or Lord - then the first name of Grandparent - then double-barrelled surname which is the name of your first pet followed by the street you first lived in..
All thanks to 5live this morning.
Ay thank you
KatyMac
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At 27th Apr 2011, Super Bagpuss wrote:katy - thats great
I'm Lady Constance Minty-Ledwych
:-)
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At 27th Apr 2011, GeeGee wrote:I'm Lady Lucy Corrie-Magdalen
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At 27th Apr 2011, Katy Mac wrote:Oh dear.
Christophe
- I' m sure you didn't mean to say that Ken's voice "was radiating warmth and ennui across the peaceful showrooms of glistening chrome and paintwork.."
These foreign words can be damnably confusing.
:^)
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At 27th Apr 2011, Sezzagirl wrote:Lady Rosina Sam-Capel here!
Just to say i've been reviewing the pictures of the troops practicing for the big day and it's fair brought a lump to my throat!
We can't always say we're the best in the world at everything but nobody does this pagentry better than us!
Toodle Loo
Lady R!!
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At 27th Apr 2011, Aliwesty wrote:Lady Dorothy Buttons-Azalea at your service :)
Sezza, I love a bit of pomp and circumstance. I too was looking at that and other bits of news about Friday and it's making me even more excited. I had a look to see who was sitting where, although it doesn't actually name them it gives you an idea.
I'm a wee bit bored today, although I have been getting on with stuff. Is it 5 o'clock yet?
AliB
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At 27th Apr 2011, Aliwesty wrote:P.S. Meant to say, good news about Maddy Moon (thanks MTF) for the update xx
Also Mary, I am not sure how you can be the best Auntie in the whole wide world as I am....lol ;) xx
AliB
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At 27th Apr 2011, Simple with a dimple Sal wrote:Its good to hear Ali. I'll keep my eye out for Bingo and will update as and when.
I am a thoroughly modern Auntie, my nieces and nephews have always called me by my first name, there was no way was I ever going to be called Aunt Sallie!!
MTF.xx
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At 27th Apr 2011, Chrissie-S wrote:Katy: a very fun game!
Regards,
Lady Christina Sparky-Killearn!
xx
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At 27th Apr 2011, cathmel wrote:Hello bloggers!!!
Did you hear me making my debut on the Jeremey Vine show this afternoon? I was Catherine from Chesham............a person surpised to find myself a royalist and getting swept up in Royal Wedding fever!! I wont be listening again as it will be mucho embarrasing but I really hope I made some sense - I was soooooo nervous
Hope you are all enjoying some sunshine xxx
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At 27th Apr 2011, cathmel wrote:Ooo actually I should say Lady Elsie Japser-Derwent :-)))
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At 27th Apr 2011, Simple with a dimple Sal wrote:Well done Cathmel, how brave :)
Roughly what time, I will look for it on the i player thingy wotnont when I get home tonight.
MTF.xx
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At 27th Apr 2011, cleverSupernanny wrote:Hello all
Nice sunny afternoon here.
Mary, have a lovely holiday.
Cathmel, I was in the middle of cleaning the oven when you came on. You sounded great.
Hannah, Happy Birthday, have a lovely day.
Marjie, sending you lots of love. xx
csn. xx
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At 27th Apr 2011, cathmel wrote:Hey MTF, I only texted in with a pic of my bunting and they rang back and said would I like to chat to Jeremy.............I was on before I knew what was what!!! Just before ten to two (I think)
xxx
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At 27th Apr 2011, Simple with a dimple Sal wrote:Thanks Cath.
Gotta fly....
MTF.xx
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At 27th Apr 2011, Aliwesty wrote:Well done Cath, I'll have a listen back later :)
MTF #46 - That made me chuckle "A cup of tea and a slice of cake Aunt Sallie". My nephews, now that they are teenagers, tend to call me by my first name without the "Auntie" bit.
Lady Dorothy
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At 27th Apr 2011, Sezzagirl wrote:Oh Cath, I missed you!
Will have to listen later
Well done for going on
Lady R! x x x
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At 27th Apr 2011, brightAnnie-G wrote:Afternoon each from sunny (and warm!) Fife
Cathmel! Must have a listen-again for you.
Mary, have a lovely holiday.
xxxx
(Lady Margaret Spot-Kirkwood)
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At 27th Apr 2011, misstoedipper wrote:Hi all
Can I join in the name thing? Lady Kathleen Kacey-Northern here.
I hope everybody is well ((((())))))) for everybody who isn't or needs it.
Isn't it nice that it's the last day of the week again tomorrow? I could get used to these short weeks - OH we've got another one next week!!!
Laters
mtd ffb xxx
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At 27th Apr 2011, Sezzagirl wrote:Just finished making a Choccie Biccie Cake for our celebratory coffee morning tomorrow!
Mtd, I so could get used to this short week stuff!
I was thinking of you the other day. After the chinese grandprix because that was when the volcano went up last year and you were stuck on holiday!
Cath, I love a bit of bunting!
Sezza xxx
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At 27th Apr 2011, cleverSupernanny wrote:Hello.
I have cleaned the house from top to bottom today, ready for Friday and a family get together, food shop tomorrow.
I am so looking forward to the Royal Wedding, just hope the weather is good for the happy couple.
Champagne in the fridge to toast the happy couple.
csn. xx
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At 27th Apr 2011, Roo wrote:Hello all, hope everyone's well.
Had Radio 2 on in the car just now and on "Listen to the Band" some brass band group played 'Candyman'. I sat in the car with Jasper for ages, trying to work out why that tune sounded familiar and where I might have heard it before...! Durrr....!
Jasper got an 'all-clear' at the vets this evening, yayy!! Unfortunately, he spoiled his day by chasing a fat hedgehog a short while ago and tried to pick it up in his mouth... Sometimes, I worry about that boy.
Roo xxx
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At 27th Apr 2011, cleverSupernanny wrote:Roo,
Really pleased to hear that Jasper has got the all clear at the vets.
csn. xx
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At 27th Apr 2011, DayDreamingDaisy wrote:Evening all! A rare appearance from me but have been asked to pass on a big thank you to all for the love and best wishes from Maddy. She wishes she could be online and "chatting" with everyone. She is slowly improving and is now able to make short "visits" without oxygen and is managing to eat a little better. She has some help lined up when she comes home from hospital, although no time frame for that just yet.
Love Daisy x
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At 27th Apr 2011, Roo wrote:CSN - Thank you so much. That's very sweet of you. I must say, I am terribly relieved as well. I am a realist and I know that Jasper is getting on a bit (isn't that one of the cruellest tricks of nature? Making dogs' lives so short compared to our own...) but I could really do with his support at least until my insolvency order runs its course (due to finish next year; hurrah!).
And may I just say that giving a recuperating Staffordshire Bull Terrier most of a garlic-butter chicken Kiev by way of a special treat is NOT a wise course of action? It is a very good job that I do not have ready access to a large cork and a small hammer this evening, otherwise the RSPCA might be in touch with me, wanting "a word"... ;-)
Daisy - having been out of the loop for a bit, I missed the fact that Maddy has not been well. I am very, very, sorry indeed to hear this and hope she will make a swift and full recovery. Please pass my (and Jasper's) love to her if you should happen to be in contact with her again. Thank you.
Roo xxx
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At 27th Apr 2011, cleverSupernanny wrote:Night everyone
Sleep well.
Roo, sending you and Jasper lots of love and big hugs. xx
Thank you Daisy, I have just had a lovely message from Marjie and she is slowly improving. xx
Lots of love to you all.
csn. xx
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At 27th Apr 2011, Simple with a dimple Sal wrote:Have just got home from a very fraught day.
Very pleased to have looked in here to see the nice post from DDD.
Thats very encouraging news, thank you.
MTF.xx
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At 27th Apr 2011, Simple with a dimple Sal wrote:Roo, great news from you too.
MTF.xx
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At 28th Apr 2011, DissingDave wrote:Good Morning all! So looking forward to the Royal Wedding, with a little luck the Gym & Pool will be empty ............. unless I get my invite in today's delivery, the damn thing seems to have got lost in the post and Mrs DD has so got the right dress to wear!
Lord Eric Tiger-Brook is apparently the name to look out for. However, I think that has too much similarity to Tiggy Legge-Bourke, perhaps I could get in under her invite!
I hope you all enjoy the wedding, and the day goes off as planned, I'm grateful for another day off, but otherwise I shall be trying to avoid it, me the old humbug!
MTF have you let that fly go? What did it do to you?
DD (the humbug) out
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At 28th Apr 2011, Super Bagpuss wrote:Morning ladies (and DD)
Glad to here Jasper and Maddy are doing fine, and Roo I would like to meet up again
Last day here at this office, not feeling that sad to be honest. I love the idea of the spanking job, but friad bean counting is never that exciting
baggy
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At 28th Apr 2011, DissingDave wrote:Morning Baggy,
You've deffo got the heels for a spanking job, Baggy, maintaining balance during the swishing stages maybe an issue but every job has it's challenges!
Just been catching up with last nights postings and I have to say Roo that you paint a marvellous picture with words of your Staffy / Kiev situation!
DD out
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At 28th Apr 2011, cleverSupernanny wrote:Morning all.
It's freezing here, heating back on.
Chris, great show.
csn. xx
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At 28th Apr 2011, Simple with a dimple Sal wrote:'Sits here scratching head!'
Scrolls back ..... tada!!
LOL DD :)
Hope your last day goes well Baggy.
MTF.xx
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At 28th Apr 2011, MwK-Glasgow wrote:Morning All,
Happy thirsty Thursday.
Chris loving your work - you are on fire!
Hi Daisy - thanks for the update on Maddy, really pleased to hear she is getting better.
Chrissie - forgot to say yesterday, pleased you liked my Easter bunny. Thanks for your holiday wishes.
Ali - lol re being best Auntie.
Cathmel - Can imagine how excited you are about your daughter coming home today. Well done for getting on Jeremy's show.
CSN, Annie thank you for the holiday wishes.
Saw lots of wedding bunting on the way to work this work - it's all getting very exciting. Champagne chilling and scrummy food purchased for the event.
Have a good day folks!
Mary xx
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At 28th Apr 2011, Jakeygirl wrote:Morning everyone
Apologies for the absence, I've been struggling to log in for some reason...anyhow, I'm finally here!
I'm looking forward to another long weekend, although I'm not sure I'll be watching the wedding. I might have a quick look, but won't be sitting down to watch it for the duration.
I can't possibly catch up, so hope that everyone is OK, and best wishes to Maddy for a speedy recovery.
I'll try to stay logged in now so I don't have any more issues.
JG x
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At 28th Apr 2011, i_amrosieposie wrote:Morning CLP and the rest, from a beautifully sunny Edinburgh!
Well my dress is ironed, wrap too, and I've practised walking in my new shoes to break them in a little so I think I'm all set for tomorrow....
.... I'm one of those who will be celebrating two weddings tomorrow, the Royal one in the morning, then it's off to Dumfries in the afternoon to go to a reception for friends who are also tying the knot.
Looking foward to tomorrow's show, I wonder where they will be broadcasting from?
Right I'm off to enjoy the sunshine,
Rx
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At 28th Apr 2011, rebecca wrote:Good Very Sunny Morning All,
I've been daydreaming, imagining the excitement. I think if I were Kate and Wills I would see if I could hook up and go for a run together. Then have a big sweaty kiss and a cuddle in the shade at the end of it. To stay grounded and keep the fires (of love) burning. Imagination runs wild with romance! I better keep a hold of mine and cherish it forever. Bex
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At 28th Apr 2011, boleyngirl wrote:Just popping by to say hello.
Hello.
Lady Arabella Socrates-Hutton X
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At 28th Apr 2011, Super Bagpuss wrote:Morning all, nice to see some faces return, and great to see everyone else too :-)
thanks MTF, I'm having a ok last day, just bought them sweeties and I'm really just counting down the hours .................
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At 28th Apr 2011, Super Bagpuss wrote:I say morningk, its the afternoon, one day I'll get that right
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At 28th Apr 2011, Super Bagpuss wrote:three for three?
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At 28th Apr 2011, Super Bagpuss wrote:Serious now - its hubbies birthday next Thurs and I want to make it special for him, I've boought a couple of smaller gifts as he doesn't know what he wants, and a m**npig card, any other ideas? We will probably be going to dinner on the night but so far he has suggested Milliways, which probably isnt acheiveable!
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At 28th Apr 2011, Sezzagirl wrote:Afternoon all
Just let a flat so ahppy me and happy new resident for the weekend! And it's a man as requested by the ladies who are in the majority here!
Baggy, The restaurant at the end of the universe not achievable? Really!
JG, Good to see you. Have missed you being around
You too BG, hope things are going ok for you
Rosie, I want to know where they are broadcasting from too, it sounds like it is going to be somewhere good!
And hello to everyone else!
Our Royal Wedding Coffee Morning went well and we all have our Royal Wedding names as well. My favourite was Lady Geutrude Spot-Wellmeadow!
Laters
Sezza xxx
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At 28th Apr 2011, Aliwesty wrote:Afternoon Each,
At job number two now. I made some old ladies happy this morning at our Tea and Chat at church by printing off copies of the Order of Service for tomorrow. I can just see them now singing along :) Who am I kidding I'll be singing along too....LOL.
Sezza, Glad your coffee morning went well and that you've let a flat too - well done you.
A special hello to BG and JG xx
Thanks for the update on Maddie I am glad that she is improving. If anyone texts or speaks to her, please send her my love.
I am so excited that I might burst!
AliB
xx
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At 28th Apr 2011, PennyForem wrote:Hello!
What, no new blog?!
So looking forward to tomorrow. I know it's not everyone's cup of tea, but it most certainly is mine!
Thinking of you Maddie, get well soon xx
Lady Nellie Sandy-Bramswell :-))
x
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At 28th Apr 2011, GeeGee wrote:Hi everyone,
Another beautiful sunny day here in Ayrshire.
Just wanted to wish everyone who is off, a good day off tomorrow, I am working but I will check things out on the internet periodically.
X
Gail.
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At 28th Apr 2011, cleverSupernanny wrote:Afternoon all.
Just got back from a very packed supermarket, while I was in there I got a message from Marjie, she is missing us all and is hoping to watch the Royal Wedding tomorrow.
AliB, will send her your love. I am getting very excited about the Wedding too.
Rosie, have a wonderful day tomorrow.
JG, lovely to see you.
Sezza, glad your Coffee morning went well.
Baggy, glad your last day is going ok.
Hi, Pen, BG and Gail.
Lady Emily Suzie-Eastcote.
csn. xx
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At 28th Apr 2011, Aliwesty wrote:Dozy, Sorry you've got to work tomorrow, hopefully you'll be able to have a peek x
csn, Thanks for passing on my love to Maddie x
Penny, I agree I know it's not everyone's cup of tea, I see that a not so regular blogger on FB is moaning about it. But I shall be soaking it all up. On the way to work this morning, I walked past a number of houses with flags up, a little boy on his way to school with a flag, and then two really sweet little girls dressed as princesses - it all made me smile and that's what tomorrow is all about, making people smile. Although sometimes I am so nervous for Kate, bless her.
I'm wondering whether to do my food shopping tonight, thought I'd share that with you all!
AliB
x
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At 28th Apr 2011, PennyForem wrote:AliB, I wonder if the moaners are also moaning about getting a day off work!!
Hi csn.
Pen xx
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At 28th Apr 2011, MwK-Glasgow wrote:Afternoon all,
What a glorious sunny day - I hope the sun continues to shine on the Royal couple tomorrow.
Just a quickie to wish everyone a good weekend.
Ali like you I saw lots of bunting, flags and little girls in their pretty dresses and tiaras which made me smile too.
See you all in a week or so at the weekend I'm off on a mini road trip up the west coast of Scotland for a few days.
Take care
Lady Mary Queenie-Sycamore
xx
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At 28th Apr 2011, Aliwesty wrote:Lady Mary, Have a wonder week off, safe travel xxx
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At 28th Apr 2011, Aliwesty wrote:Or even wonderful!!!
AliB
xx
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At 28th Apr 2011, Chrissie-S wrote:Hi everyone:
What a day - very busy, but have managed to catch up with the blog, in five minute intervals!
First of all: Maddy, we are all thinking of you, take care, and hope to see you here soon. xx
Roo: lovely to hear that Jasper has the all-clear, bless his wee cotton socks.
Daisy: lovely to see you here, and thank you for the update with Maddy.
CSN: hope you have a lovely day tomorrow with your family, and thank you, too, for letting us know about Maddy.
Mary: hope you really enjoy your day tomorrow, you are all organised for it!
JG: just lovely to see you.
Rosie: Hope the wedding reception you are attending tomorrow is lovely.
Gail: sorry you have to work tomorrow, I will think of you, I promise!
Now, this has taken me all day - as I say, in five minute intervals - and I hope I have this right, and have not missed anyone. If I have, or I have mis-spelled, I really do apologise!
To all the Royal Wedding invite names, (and bloggers without Royal Wedding invite names) I wish you a happy day tomorrow, and cheers to us all!
Lady Helena Gigi-Farady
Lady Constance Minty-Ledwych
Lady Lucy Corrie-Magdalen
Lady Rosina Sam-Capel
Lady Dorothy Buttons-Azalea
Lady Elsie Jasper-Derwent
Lady Margaret Spot-Kirkwood
Lady Kathleen Kacey-Northern
Lord Eric Tiger-Brook
Lady Arabella Socrates-Hutton
Lady Nellie Sandy-Bramswell
Lady Emily Suzie-Eastcote
Lady Mary Queenie-Sycamore
with love and best wishes from Lady Christina Sparky-Killearn!
xx
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At 28th Apr 2011, Jakeygirl wrote:Thanks for all the mentions, I'll try to stick around.
Oh, and I forgot my wedding invite name...
Lady Nancy Shadow-Marcourt
Nice!!
JG x
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At 28th Apr 2011, Super Bagpuss wrote:Chrissie thanks for the invite
Ali - I hope I havent put a dampner on it (thinking of your post no 86), I'm getting more in the mood now I'm unempolyed (until Tues)
Happy wedding day all
:-)
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At 28th Apr 2011, gingembre- wrote:Hello all, hope you're well?
Just popping by to say hi and wish you all a great 4 day weekend, lovin' these 3 day weeks.
Eldest daughter's 14th birthday today, we're all caked out.
Entered the ballot for the London Marathon next year, fingers crossed. Also the Olympics. Exciting year ahead.
bonnet de douche
KWx
aka - Lord Arthur Pollyanna-Ranworth
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At 28th Apr 2011, Sezzagirl wrote:Hiya
When I sit and watch all the people setting up camp in the Mall, I am so tempted to head for the station and join them!
It's only the fact i'll see so much more on TV that stops me
It looks thoroughly joyful though and seeing the pictures of Kate arriving at the hotel, she looks so happy and so relaxed!
Baggy, enjoy your weekend of unemployment!
Sezza xxx
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At 28th Apr 2011, Sezzagirl wrote:Is there anybody here or have you all gone to set up camp outside The Abbey?
Sezza xxx x x x x
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At 28th Apr 2011, girlracer53 wrote:My Lords, Ladies and Gentlemen, Hellooooooooooooo!
Loving the guest list names, tried it on my hubby and he came up as Lord John Frisky-Litchfield!.......oooer missus!
Mine is Lady Olive Pippin-Bridge, much more sedate.
We are having a small street party tomorrow, just 11 houses in our Close and nearly all attending with a few invited guests. I'm really looking forward to it despite the threat of rain. Wellie boots and brollies on standby.
Right, there's a trifle waiting to be made, so I'd better get a move on!
See you later,
Lady Olive Pippin-Bridge xx
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At 28th Apr 2011, Super Bagpuss wrote:Me and Lord Maurice Mr Twinkle-Primrose (or mr bp) are here, just chilling
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At 28th Apr 2011, Jakeygirl wrote:I'm here too :)
I'm so sorry for the absence, I wasn't in a good place...
But, I've picked myself up, got a new job, and all is looking lovely!!
JG x
PS Thanks for all the lovely messages!!
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At 28th Apr 2011, Super Bagpuss wrote:HI JG **hugs**
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