sp1 Posted May 15, 2015 Share Posted May 15, 2015 Another vote for 'Lunester Asylum' - we are all 'Luneys'...... 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Jason T Posted May 15, 2015 RMweb Premium Share Posted May 15, 2015 Speak for yourself, I am an idiot Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allegheny1600 Posted May 15, 2015 Share Posted May 15, 2015 Now, how can we possibly comment on that, dear chap!?! If one were to tick "Agree", that wouldn't be very nice, would it!!! A fellow idiot! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mythocentric Posted May 15, 2015 Share Posted May 15, 2015 Yes Bill, I've been known to glow in the dark when I run out of light-bulbs!! I'd be moving away from Morecambe if there are fish walking down the Prom! Jeff Hi Jeff! OK! So I was teasing about the fish actually walking along the prom! It's more a sort of hop! Seriously though, it does make you think when you're fishing, get a pull on the rod tip and reel in, only to find that the bait is still intact but something has bitten the 6 ounce lead weight off! Have fun! Little Chef story... A good few years ago me and some of my mates were travelling back from a Pink Floyd gig in my old Tranny 'bus on the M6 when we spotted a Little Chef and everyone got the munchies. In we went only to find it deserted with the staff getting ready to close. They were however kind enough to offer us what was left, namely beans and chips. They duly appeared with our meals and we got stuck in. I should say at this point that when they said beans, they meant it! Lots and lots of them! Back in the van and a few miles later it's would be polite to say that the interior had developed something of an atmosphere and Bill was driving at speed with all the windows open, while the (equally guilty) ladies in the group insisted that I drove even faster! Our arrival in Blackburn was like a scene out of the Sweeney as the van screeched to a halt, doors being flung wide and bodies flying in all directions as we made a very rapid exit! Regards Bill 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeeleyBridge Posted May 15, 2015 Share Posted May 15, 2015 Not Little Chef related, but in 1975 we ventured over the pennines to the custom bike show at Belle Vue. Six teenage lads in an ancient kn@ckered Ford Thames van three piece suite sliding about in the back, the usual sort of thing. Great night was had by all, called in Stockport on the way back for beer, chips & curry, more beer got invited for a lock in and finally hit the road again about 1am. The snake pass was very interesting. It was almost as foggy outside the van as it was getting inside . The lights (2 candle power at least) were useless so we were down to walking pace. Having the windows open wasn't nearly enough ventilation, so some bright spark decided we could get more if we opened the back doors. We only had to stop twice to lift an armchair and it's sleeping 'passenger' back in twice. Ah, the joys of youth. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
emt_911 Posted May 15, 2015 Share Posted May 15, 2015 Yes Bill, I've been known to glow in the dark when I run out of light-bulbs!! I'd be moving away from Morecambe if there are fish walking down the Prom! Jeff A bit like this? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6dwes_3K9eY 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
aberdare Posted May 15, 2015 Share Posted May 15, 2015 Hello, I see it's all change round here since my last visit to the Lounge which looks as if it's going to turn into an Asylum oo er. Things have been pretty hard for us over the last few months and despite little or no time to myself I still manage to smile through life - most of the time. Today was MS cakebreak day to raise funds and awareness of the condition so we were persuaded by our good friend to hold an event in our Village Bowls Club and what a day it was, a great success in every way. For such a small Village - it only takes about a minute to drive through it - to raise over £350.00 is just incredible and Linda is absolutely delighted with the result as are we all, both myself and our friend are shattered though after the setting up, running and clearing up. We were both grateful for those who pitched in and helped to make our duties easier and it just goes to show the kindness of people, something I noticed that is lacking in places on this and other forums at times. Anyway a few pics of the day, I know you like them especially if they are cakes A few of the cakes ready for the visitors many of whom made them. A special prize cake made by our Daughter and won by our retired Vicar, someone was on her side weren't they? Some of the visitors, it was like this for just over 2 hours, well it was free cake and drinks in return for donations. Me and Linda enjoying a quiet moment together. So that's the sort of thing I do when not at home now and it takes a lot of time and energy. As for shed action and the layout the spiders are working faster than me as they remain undisturbed for days at time, oh well not to worry I'm sure there will will be more modelling action one day. As for all the action on here I would have nominated the 'Lunester Library' being as how it covers a wide range of subjects but somehow the Asylum seems to fit so that gets my vote too. A bit late I know but regarding VE day my Grandfather fought at in WW1 and survived - just. When he returned home he presented my Grandmother with his pocket diary which he kept in his left breast pocket complete with bullet hole that stopped at the back cover, no wonder they were both avid churchgoers. My father was in North Africa in WW2 and was a sniper on a lot of patrols, despite having a lot of photographs of his time there he rarely spoke of it apart from the comaraderie he had with some of those photographed. Unlike my Grandparents he was not a believer after what he had seen. A bit of a long post from me but who knows when I'll be back but I will try and get to Goathland in July seeing as I have not been to a show since Hull. Enjoy the madness of the Asylum and happy modelling. Jim 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mythocentric Posted May 15, 2015 Share Posted May 15, 2015 (edited) Hello, I see it's all change round here since my last visit to the Lounge which looks as if it's going to turn into an Asylum oo er. Things have been pretty hard for us over the last few months and despite little or no time to myself I still manage to smile through life - most of the time. Today was MS cakebreak day to raise funds and awareness of the condition so we were persuaded by our good friend to hold an event in our Village Bowls Club and what a day it was, a great success in every way. For such a small Village - it only takes about a minute to drive through it - to raise over £350.00 is just incredible and Linda is absolutely delighted with the result as are we all, both myself and our friend are shattered though after the setting up, running and clearing up. We were both grateful for those who pitched in and helped to make our duties easier and it just goes to show the kindness of people, something I noticed that is lacking in places on this and other forums at times. Anyway a few pics of the day, I know you like them especially if they are cakes A few of the cakes ready for the visitors many of whom made them. cake break 008.JPG A special prize cake made by our Daughter and won by our retired Vicar, someone was on her side weren't they? cake break 009.JPG Some of the visitors, it was like this for just over 2 hours, well it was free cake and drinks in return for donations. cake break 006.JPG Me and Linda enjoying a quiet moment together. cake break 011.JPG So that's the sort of thing I do when not at home now and it takes a lot of time and energy. As for shed action and the layout the spiders are working faster than me as they remain undisturbed for days at time, oh well not to worry I'm sure there will will be more modelling action one day. As for all the action on here I would have nominated the 'Lunester Library' being as how it covers a wide range of subjects but somehow the Asylum seems to fit so that gets my vote too. A bit late I know but regarding VE day my Grandfather fought at in WW1 and survived - just. When he returned home he presented my Grandmother with his pocket diary which he kept in his left breast pocket complete with bullet hole that stopped at the back cover, no wonder they were both avid churchgoers. My father was in North Africa in WW2 and was a sniper on a lot of patrols, despite having a lot of photographs of his time there he rarely spoke of it apart from the comaraderie he had with some of those photographed. Unlike my Grandparents he was not a believer after what he had seen. A bit of a long post from me but who knows when I'll be back but I will try and get to Goathland in July seeing as I have not been to a show since Hull. Enjoy the madness of the Asylum and happy modelling. Jim Well done that man and all your colleagues! It's certainly true that there's far too little consideration in our world today, and to see people like yourself putting in the effort for the benefit of others, and with such success is a joy to behold! A round of applause and my hat is raised to you Sir! Regards to you and your wife, Bill Edited May 15, 2015 by Mythocentric Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
emt_911 Posted May 15, 2015 Share Posted May 15, 2015 Jim, great to see you back. Also a fantastic success with the cakebake. Bill, you've said everything that I wanted to. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Physicsman Posted May 15, 2015 Author RMweb Premium Share Posted May 15, 2015 Jim, it's great to hear from you! I was wondering how certain people were doing as I was mentally running through the list of potential Lunester voters. A few new threads on here and a few new faces. But insane - and enjoyable - as usual!! Very best wishes to you and Linda. You're always welcome, modelling or no! Jeff 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donington Road Posted May 15, 2015 Share Posted May 15, 2015 Speak for yourself, I am an idiot Now, how can we possibly comment on that, dear chap!?! If one were to tick "Agree", that wouldn't be very nice, would it!!! A fellow idiot! Takes one to recognise one My village elders keep calling me, they've lost theirs 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold ChrisN Posted May 15, 2015 RMweb Gold Share Posted May 15, 2015 Jim, What a lovely idea and I am glad that it raised so much from such a small group. The cake your daughter made is amazing. I know from some of the things I have been involved in just how much work there is beforehand and clearing up afterwards. Hope things get easier for you both, all the best. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew P Posted May 15, 2015 Share Posted May 15, 2015 Jim, great story and wonderful to see your post. all the best to you and Linda. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Donw Posted May 15, 2015 RMweb Gold Share Posted May 15, 2015 Quite a few years ago I had a norton model 50 with a sidecar my mate John had a 650 BSA with a sidecar. We had gone for a week to Weymouth we got there with him having some trouble with the bike. it was not able to start for the journey home. On the friday night we walked into Weymouth to the local dance and had a good skinful. I had left the others to take some bird home. Got back to the Caravan to find the others were back but not John so despite having a lots of beer I got the bike out and drove back to the dance hall to find him totally wasted being guarded by a couple of WPCs they were pleased for me to take him back. The next day we had to leave so loaded all the stuff onto the two sidecars and rigged up a tow rope so my 350cc engine had to pull two bikes with sidcars plus six people and their luggage 100 miles back to Reading. On the wat back we stopped at a little Chef for lunch. We ordered and ate our meals but could find no sign of the waitress to settle up. None of the others wanted to know so we stood up remarked loudly if no one was going to take our money we would go. We were ignored so calmly walked out. Don 7 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold PeterBB Posted May 15, 2015 RMweb Gold Share Posted May 15, 2015 Quite a few years ago I had a norton model 50 with a sidecar my mate John had a 650 BSA with a sidecar. We had gone for a week to Weymouth we got there with him having some trouble with the bike. it was not able to start for the journey home. On the friday night we walked into Weymouth to the local dance and had a good skinful. I had left the others to take some bird home. Got back to the Caravan to find the others were back but not John so despite having a lots of beer I got the bike out and drove back to the dance hall to find him totally wasted being guarded by a couple of WPCs they were pleased for me to take him back. The next day we had to leave so loaded all the stuff onto the two sidecars and rigged up a tow rope so my 350cc engine had to pull two bikes with sidcars plus six people and their luggage 100 miles back to Reading. On the wat back we stopped at a little Chef for lunch. We ordered and ate our meals but could find no sign of the waitress to settle up. None of the others wanted to know so we stood up remarked loudly if no one was going to take our money we would go. We were ignored so calmly walked out. Don Don, Great story and from the history of your weekend the sight of you all must have scared them away so they decided to let you have your meal 'on the house'. The only recollection I specifically have of a little chef was the wait. We popped in for a quick meal and had to wait 45 minutes so never used them again. Cheers Peter 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Clive Mortimore Posted May 15, 2015 RMweb Premium Share Posted May 15, 2015 Nothing like a Little Chef breakfast en-route to an exhibition...pitty they have disappeared. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Physicsman Posted May 16, 2015 Author RMweb Premium Share Posted May 16, 2015 Very quiet on here. Must be Saturday! Or have you all gone out looking for a Little Chef? Jeff 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark axlecounter Posted May 16, 2015 Share Posted May 16, 2015 I'm here. !!!!! Mark Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Jason T Posted May 16, 2015 RMweb Premium Share Posted May 16, 2015 Giving the game away here..... ante-natal class all day 12 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold ChrisN Posted May 16, 2015 RMweb Gold Share Posted May 16, 2015 Giving the game away here..... ante-natal class all day Jason, Congratulations! All day? What on earth were they teaching you? No, on second thoughts, don't bother. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Physicsman Posted May 16, 2015 Author RMweb Premium Share Posted May 16, 2015 Giving the game away here..... ante-natal class all day About time you mentioned that! I don't know how you've kept so quiet over the last 6 weeks or so! Jeff Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew P Posted May 16, 2015 Share Posted May 16, 2015 Giving the game away here..... ante-natal class all day Now I can say it out loud, WOW, BU66ER ME mate, sleepless nights so plenty of modelling time at three in the morning whilst doing a bottle and nappies. Glad I inherited Dees 4, (Two sets of twins, 15 Months apart) when they were teenagers. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
emt_911 Posted May 16, 2015 Share Posted May 16, 2015 Congratulations Jason. I thought it had been a bit quiet lately 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark axlecounter Posted May 16, 2015 Share Posted May 16, 2015 Congratulations Jason all the best buddy Mark Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
robmcg Posted May 16, 2015 Share Posted May 16, 2015 Giving the game away here..... ante-natal class all day In Korea fathers get 1 year paid parental leave, now we know your agenda! Congratulations! 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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