The Retirement Thread

[Deleted member 1258]

I was out for a bimble this morning, the first one for three weeks, an interesting and enjoyable morning out on my bike, my Brinklow loop with a minor diversion, 24 miles ridden, I got to Lythalls lane on the way out and they were just closing it but I got through, on the way back I followed the diversion through the back streets of Holbrooks, little roads that I rarely ride or drive. Out on the fixed this morning, the first time since the end of march, took me about ten mile to get used to it again, I've been on gears all summer, it also showed up my current lack of fitness, it'll take me a few rides to get used to twiddling the pedals and spinning it up on descents, the bike is on a 42 x 17, 65 inch gear, 20mph is about a 100 rpm. it turned out a lovely morning, windy and warm but dry, I enjoyed that but need to get a few more in.

 

[ebikeerwidnes]

Just been out to the chippy to get SWMBO's dinner

Lots of people out dressed up as witches, etc etc

happy memories of the last 3 years before I retired when I worked in a Primary school
There was always a 'non uniform day' where the kids could dress up for Halloween

Including the staff

The younger Teaching assistants (i.e. under about 40) would often dress up as witches

I was informed that some of them were rather distracting in terms of hemlines and - errr - other parts of the costume

Naturally I didn;t notice I was told that was the case by someone else

- but as the IT Technician I always seemed to get a lot of IT problems in that part of the school that day

(I could have mentioned it to the Head - but she was as bad as the TAs!!!!)

 

[pawl]

I was out for a bimble this morning, the first one for three weeks, an interesting and enjoyable morning out on my bike, my Brinklow loop with a minor diversion, 24 miles ridden, I got to Lythalls lane on the way out and they were just closing it but I got through, on the way back I followed the diversion through the back streets of Holbrooks, little roads that I rarely ride or drive. Out on the fixed this morning, the first time since the end of march, took me about ten mile to get used to it again, I've been on gears all summer, it also showed up my current lack of fitness, it'll take me a few rides to get used to twiddling the pedals and spinning it up on descents, the bike is on a 42 x 17, 65 inch gear, 20mph is about a 100 rpm. it turned out a lovely morning, windy and warm but dry, I enjoyed that but need to get a few more in.

20MPH that’s warp speed for me.

 

[classic33]

20MPH that’s warp speed for me.

Something to aim for, even if it is downhill.

 

[Dirk]

Got my car insurance renewal from Hastings @ 40 quid increase ......no reason, no explanation.
I just phoned them to say I could get it at the old price elsewhere.
5 minutes later they agreed to match what I told them.

Bloody chancers! Hate them.

 

[Paulus]

Good evening/morning all.
Just got home from the gig in Cambridge. A great time was had. The band was excellent.
Time for a cup of tea before retiring for the night.

 

[Tenkaykev]

Good morning people,
The wind is rattling the cover of the chimney pot and also overwhelming the back draught shutter on the bathroom ventilator. A wet morning but Mrs TKK is leading this mornings walk so it’s waterproofs on and brave the elements.

 

[welsh dragon]

Coooeee. I've been awake for hours. Lots of rain here, but I have coffee so yay

Stay safe peeps

 

[Dave7]

Bloody chancers! Hate them.

I had MrsD saying "just pay it, its only one pound per week more".
They rely on people to do just that.

 

[Mo1959]

Morning. Didn’t bother getting up as I could hear the rain. It’s eased now for a walk soon. Everything is getting muddy and puddly though. We are paying for our dry summer now!

And another month begins. This year has flown in so quickly.

 

[Dave7]

Good evening/morning all.
Just got home from the gig in Cambridge. A great time was had. The band was excellent.
Time for a cup of tea before retiring for the night.

We went to see a Floyd tribute band in New Brighton. Amazing. Close your eyes and it was Floyd.

 

[Tenkaykev]

Morning. Didn’t bother getting up as I could hear the rain. It’s eased now for a walk soon. Everything is getting muddy and puddly though. We are paying for our dry summer now!

And another month begins. This year has flown in so quickly.

Premium Bond day tomorrow Mo. I’m torn between staying in and waiting for the lady from Ernie to turn up on my doorstep, or head out for a walk in the rain…

 

[Dirk]

Morning all

Off out and up the M5 in an hour or so, to see our mates near Cheddar.
Weather's not looking too good, so it'll be a steady ride up - cruise control set at 60.

 

[Dave7]

Morning all. Like Welshie I am sat with a coffee.
Blimey, the rain hammered down in the early hours.
Daughter is calling today.
Not sure if I said but our (excellent) cleaner went and got herself pregnant. Daughter is self employed so we agreed for her to take over......she does a good job and we would rather pay her than a stranger.

 

[Mo1959]

Premium Bond day tomorrow Mo. I’m torn between staying in and waiting for the lady from Ernie to turn up on my doorstep, or head out for a walk in the rain…

I’d probably drop dead with shock and not be able to spend it!