edcayton

Hi everyone, just wanted to say that the funeral was a lovely service and I think we saw Dad off well. I've attached the order of service for those that might be interested, otherwise this will be the last post from his account. 

Live well and thanks for your companionship for our Dad, it was appreciated.

Ken & Sam

OOS Roger Cayton 'Ed'Singles.pdf

Hi Guys, firstly Sam and myself would like to say how touched we were to see how many people valued our Father's unique sense of humour. Thank you for the tributes.

Hi Guys,

I'm pretty sure my Dad (edcayton) spent a fair amount of time on this forum. It saddens us deeply to let you know that he died this morning. We don't know much at the minute other than that it was peaceful. We'll put up the details of any funeral arrangements at a later date.

Ken & Sam Cayton (His Sons)

When I was doing my own tax returns (UK), I was told all sorts about the HMRC. In fact they were incredibly helpful and made the job as easy as possible. Mind you, that was before Tax Credits came fully in to play. They have now closed the St Evenage office so I guess it's not as easy now.

Ed

Do you think that the different greens are any more different than the prototypes could have been if painted at different works in different years, or subject to some years in use?

Ed

Today we went to Stratford (Ontario) to see the swans paraded back down to the Avon river for the summer. Very crowded, and it looks like a long walk for such short legs.

They have the options of swimming or flying.

Ed

So you're connected then?

Both he and M-i-L died long before wifey became ex-wifey. I think S-i-L is still out to get me though.

Ed

Rod,

 

What advantages do Dinghams offer over Spratt & Winkle?

 

Rgds,

FWIW I think they look a lot better. Seriously thinking about trying them as I dabble in 0 Gauge, as I still can't cope with 3 links.

Ed

I was with my Sicilian FiL in a travel agent in Palermo, trying to get a ticket for a ferry. It was like a zoo. I asked him where the end of the queue was. "Only stupid people queue" was his reply. "You have to know somebody".

Ed

Here are my Spratt and Winkles at work:

 

Only on a model railway forum! 

Ed

LHD. On most small cars the driving position is better because of the relationship between the wheel arch and the pedals. Dash boards are often arranged for LHD, and if you must have a touch screen then most people are right handed and will find it easier to operate with their right hand.

#Ed

If I go to the theatre or a football match and it's carp, or I don't like the content then I have wasted my money and time. If I go to a model railway show I can leave the exhibits I don't like and still enjoy most of the show.

Ed

Morning all.

Anyone seen MickB lately? My son informs me that he posts some good stuff on Facebook.

Best wishes

Ed

Still chuckling at Vlad the Inhaler.

Ed

A pair of sunglasses to be worn on the way home after the test, makes the eyes a lot more comfortable!!!

I agree. It is probably going to be the sunniest day so far this year too. The High Road in Benfleet isn't exactly a tree lined boulevard either to provide shade.

Tony

and a hat with a peak.

Ed

Unfortunately I can't "do" Ally Pally any more for mobility reasons, so I'm not in a position to comment on this show specifically. A couple of points stand out:

The inclusion of several USA/European models. No complaints from me BUT the main sponsoring mag is BRITISH Railway Modelling and AFAIK Pempoul is the only such layout to grace its pages for years now, so perhaps not unreasonable for readers/subscribers to expect more UK outline?

To lose one layout (to not running) may be misfortune, to lose two looks like carelessness. This should not happen. I get cross when I hear people defending this by saying how much time and effort they put in. Up and down the country are hundreds of events run entirely by amateurs. My son runs a youth club. If there are no games for the kids then they go home disappointed. No excuses. And when I hear the "let's see you do better" defence I get angry. They shouldn't have to, they are not setting themselves up for public view.

I have been involved in exhibiting layouts and know how hard it can be, but please try harder.

Ed

Good morning all.

Does anyone have any experience of "Hive" or similar systems giving remote control of the domestic heating system please? I quite like the idea but it seems really expensive. 

Thanks in advance

Ed

Morning.  Disturbed night due to Mrs NHN having a killer cold.

 

Wet 'n' windy here, but 7 miles away, but 1500 feet higher.....bungalow crossing up the mountain railway, and our usual route to work!

 

 

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Clearly Spring has sprung on Fraggle Rock.

Ed

Morning all. Another day of sitting and waiting to be called. Boring.

 

I'm always surprised by people that can't swim. Growing up it was mandatory in schools to reach at least the Red Cross Survival level. A pass for that meant stripping off street clothes in a 12' deep diving pool, treading water for 10 mins, then retrieving your clothes from the bottom. (Swim suits worn of course)

 

I can sign Canadian passport applications made by people living in the U.K.

And what exactly did they do to those who did not reach that level?

Ed

Driving and diabetes. Agree with what has been said. As a rough guide I have been told that "4's the floor, 5 to drive" for Bm values. Mine rarely gets in to single figures. I'm always being told off by diabetes nurses and doctors because I don't test often enough. No-one has said that the strips are rationed, maybe that varies from one ccg to another.

Ed

Be nice if they paint FS and the deltic in Virgin livery so the trains all match.

Ed

"Please don't trespass". That'll work.

Ed

OT, but isn't the new series of Top Gear Dire?

Ed

I just couldn't get on with Vera. I am probably ageist and sexist, but I did not believe in BB's character as a senior detective.

Ed

Good morning all.

I have been asked to look after cats on several occasions over the years. They tend to take one look at me and bu99er off for the duration! They don't really need looking after as such.

Best wishes

Ed