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And from what I generally see, apart from the life saving and essential, they look far worse for it but at great cost.

Jonny - wristband blood pressure monitors have a bad reputation for accuracy. When you do use it make sure you are 'sitting comfortably and I'll begin' rings a bell. Have your arm resting 'easily' on a table and take many readings i.e. a minimum of three, to get some idea of what your BP actually is. Hope that helps.

The control for the 'points plus lit track indicator' did not work so eventually decided that it was a no no with mojo waning somewhat as other things took precedence. The mimic panel itself at that point also seemed to be a bit over the top without the lights and so was left. Fortunately, as seen later, I replenished my stock of momentary on switches. Eventually a long wide hole was made in the framework to take the switches with the idea of making a smaller board. Today the panel below was designed to fit the framework and the old one to be removed once the switches were unscrewed and fitted into the now new panel ... they proved impossible to remove so new switches were put into the new panel and desoldering and 'new' soldering took place and followed by a check to see that switching 'up' moved the point to the back and 'down' moved the points to the front of the layout. Great so now screwed into the framework, power applied, attached the Prodigy, put a loco on the track and YES, it all worked correctly. I took on Andy P's Cadley Hill as track on a narrow baseboard with nothing in mind for some time. Lockdown came and the idea that I had enough 'stuff' around to make it a layout without adding to the cost was born. The baseboard was widened to take scenery and then suddenly mojo returned and in a relatively short time became a working layout with a road bridge, tunnel off, coal merchant office added (Cadley Hill was a mined area) and small people cameos on the station. In running the bridge across made the points difficult to access so surface point motors were needed to replace 'fingers' and with only one Hornby one in stock, that of course did not fit PECO track, so 5 Gaugemaster were purchased that led to the above learning work 'projects'. Having spent some money a Langley group of climbers were also purchased and painted to add a cameo to the scratch made rock face. SWMBO says that she sees me happier building rather than running. It therefore needs a new home so that I can build the one that has been in my head for years.

Our main dealer has set up a marked waiting room with divisions Before Covid this was possible but not now - the risk is considered too great.

I can think of many things worse than 'having' to work through the myriads of the RMweb - you are in a position where no excuse is necessary to avoid the work request of SWMBO ... RMweb heaven!

O where is the groan button!

Anaglypta, often many layers, is, as you say, a real b***** to remove with some of the plaster on the walls (pre 1950) that appears to be held on by the paper.

Agree apart from those who are allergic to the constituents and there will be some.

Indeed they would fall about laughing at the very mention of that. Some of this allows a distinction between food sensitivity and allergy, the former generally do no harm while the latter has a wide spectrum. Many people have sensitivity to vindaloo but enjoy the initial eating experience and do not worry about the 'hastened effects' the day after. On a cruise I decided that I would eat everything placed in front of me ... bad decision and after the second day my table compatriots agreed that I should be 'picky'. At an annual meeting of a group that I had worked with the evening was going well until they served food. My instant reaction to the smell of it was to v**** so had to run outside and stay there until it was cleared away. Two problems arose from this a) I got very cold and b) missed the interaction that was needed. Steer clear of coffee shops etc. Lots of sensitivities and the odd allergy. The Thai restaurant episode was enjoyable? Yes, the rice was plain and I had enough to feel comfortable but the 'entertainment' given by the reactions of those who 'loved' spices, ate too much too quickly without thinking made it an enjoyable evening. I must admit that I had purchased a packet of biscuits just in case ... I have other food tales, including in Switzerland, but enough.

Really coming on now Ade - great.

Hence why for me going abroad is a nightmare eating-wise.

BP 115/60 seems a bit low but ID probably a better source of knowledge on this. Ramopril is the other with Amlodipine that are used to reduce BP, both have side-effects that gradually build up surreptitiously, yes, the former is a known 'anti-kidney' drug as also is ibrufen.

Andy you also need to watch your potassium intake if you have high BP. Take things easily is often the best way round. Tablets are around and Baz has encyclopaedic knowledge on these because of the, not inconsiderable, side effects. That being the case they can become necessary.

Agree but you will also know that eating outs a problem because most places 'mess about' with food by adding unnecessary, supposedly improving the content, items thus making it inedible. Rick, thoughts with you and with the current stet of the weather and early nights also have some of the frustrations knowing that you can do nothing about it. The other aspect is the thought that C%%%%s will add a great percentage to the Covid totals and make January a nightmare.

How on earth could the EU criticise the UK when ,until now, the European source for testing was the UK approval process. The US is presumably a 'trumped-up' charge.

No need - the reflections look good as river 'weeds' as they are already.

Finding the 'this is as far as you have read line' instigated by Andy York very helpful.

Glad to hear that Chris F's scan went well and hope the results will reflect that. tigerburnie and others with back issues hope the weather does not make things worse for you; Newbury - hope your brother comes through. BoD and Mrs - hope you are well on the way to recovery. No m88d888g for ages ... and just heard that Granddaughter's best friend's sister has tested positive ... that could open a can of worms. Normally have a tree and decorations up by now but think that as we will be on our own - first time - we will only have a small tree. Hope young Herbert secures a new post soon.

Empty walletting (Aka Jamie) seems to be an odd property of granddaughters, a power that seems to increase as they get older.

Hadn't realised that Andy was employing a team to do the scenery! Great support Barnaby.

Simon, sorry about that, retirement seems to be a moveable feast. SWMBO had to wait longer because of the changes but, as she says I have retired three times. The first from the NHS as a result of cuts, the second at 67 from teaching (they cut out the courses when external funding was removed) and finally as a staff member at 74 as the Red Cross needed to focus on refugees and supportive service although still a volunteer. Hope your track work 'repair' proves not too onerous.

Happy Birthday GDB ... a working visit to the 'shed' should soon stop you wanting to open presents and eating cake early. Od course you could always 'zoom in'. Cheers Andy B - do you need any work that they can do in repayment for the damage that they did not see had already happened?

Some yobos burnt down our village pavilion a few years ago - senseless stupidity.

Simon, enjoy reading about your walks and trust that they keep you free from Civid while giving you enjoyment. Hope your track laying modification goes well as warm water will normally sort out PVA very quickly. My main layout, Rothleigh, is about to be dismantled as space has made it impossible to complete. Appoklogies too for missing your 70th on the basis that you retired at 65. Cheers, Peter BB PS Interesting comment from Jamie re VC10s - few to Cnada and back in one - very pleasant flights.

One hell of a big hole but, apart from your own home, very little collateral damage ... a lucky escape for many others.