The Retirement Thread
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The peer pressure of "oh go on just have one and don't be so miserable" can be annoying at times can't it. Even when I was in my teens (a long time ago
) the day after was awful but being young and with my mates I didn't learn my lesson. I enjoy a couple of pints/bottles but I just make sure it is no later than 7pm as the appears to be the 'danger zone'.
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Lol!
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The angel of the Lord is additionally reminded that prior to shining his/her glory all around s/he must confirm that all shepherds are wearing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment to account for the harmful effects of UVA, UVB and the overwhelming effects of Glory.
Following last year’s well-publicised case, everyone is advised that EU legislation prohibits any comment with regard to the redness of any part of Mr R Reindeer. Further to this, exclusion of Mr R Reindeer from reindeer games will be considered discriminatory and disciplinary action will be taken against those found guilty of this offence.
While it is acknowledged that gift-bearing is commonly practised in various parts of the world, everyone is reminded that the bearing of gifts is subject to Hospitality Guidelines and all gifts must be registered. This applies regardless of the individual, even royal personages. It is particularly noted that direct gifts of currency or gold are specifically precluded under provisions of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act. Further, caution is advised regarding other common gifts, such as aromatic resins that may initiate allergic reactions.
Finally, in the recent case of the infant found tucked up in a manger without any crib for a bed, Social Services have been advised and will be arriving shortly.
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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN:
Please be advised that planning to dash through the snow in a one-horse open sleigh, going over the fields and laughing all the way are required to undergo a Risk Assessment addressing the safety of open sleighs. This assessment must also consider whether it is appropriate to use only one horse for such a venture, particularly where there are multiple passengers. Please note that permission must also be obtained in writing from landowners before their fields may be entered.
To avoid offending those not participating in celebrations, we request that laughter is moderate only and not loud enough to be considered a noise nuisance.
Benches, stools and orthopaedic chairs are now available for collection by any shepherds planning or required to watch their flocks at night.
While provision has also been made for remote monitoring of flocks by CCTV cameras from a centrally heated shepherd observation hut, all facility users are reminded that an emergency response plan must be submitted to account for known risks to the flocks.
The angel of the Lord is additionally reminded that prior to shining his/her glory all around s/he must confirm that all shepherds are wearing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment to account for the harmful effects of UVA, UVB and the overwhelming effects of Glory.
Following last year’s well-publicised case, everyone is advised that EU legislation prohibits any comment with regard to the redness of any part of Mr R Reindeer. Further to this, exclusion of Mr R Reindeer from reindeer games will be considered discriminatory and disciplinary action will be taken against those found guilty of this offence.
While it is acknowledged that gift-bearing is commonly practised in various parts of the world, everyone is reminded that the bearing of gifts is subject to Hospitality Guidelines and all gifts must be registered. This applies regardless of the individual, even royal personages. It is particularly noted that direct gifts of currency or gold are specifically precluded under provisions of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act. Further, caution is advised regarding other common gifts, such as aromatic resins that may initiate allergic reactions.
Finally, in the recent case of the infant found tucked up in a manger without any crib for a bed, Social Services have been advised and will be arriving shortly.
Compliance of these guidelines is advised in order for you to fully participate with the festive spirit.
Cheers
Admin Risk Management Team
oldwheels
Legendary Member
- Location
- Isle of Mull
On a wet and dreary day I was looking through old pictures and thought we should have change from glasses of beer.
This is one of our businesses and the
person seated on the right is The Gaffer aka my wife and on the other side our” Head Girl” who we took to the bigger trade fairs to give her a break from her ordinary duties and also to look after the stand while we were off doing business elsewhere.
Once a well spoken gent appeared and ask to get 10 hats made. He was a member of a shooting club and wanted Pheasant Plucker on them. Barbara was not fazed and replied “ Its a very small one and not worth automating so will need to be hand job.” She noticed he was getting a bit pink so thought gotcha and continued “ there will be a 50% surcharge plus carriage plus vat and a pro forma invoice. In fact if your cheque book is handy just write it out now and I”ll mark the order paid”. Joker never knew what hit him and he never cancelled the cheque.
This is one of our businesses and the
person seated on the right is The Gaffer aka my wife and on the other side our” Head Girl” who we took to the bigger trade fairs to give her a break from her ordinary duties and also to look after the stand while we were off doing business elsewhere.
Once a well spoken gent appeared and ask to get 10 hats made. He was a member of a shooting club and wanted Pheasant Plucker on them. Barbara was not fazed and replied “ Its a very small one and not worth automating so will need to be hand job.” She noticed he was getting a bit pink so thought gotcha and continued “ there will be a 50% surcharge plus carriage plus vat and a pro forma invoice. In fact if your cheque book is handy just write it out now and I”ll mark the order paid”. Joker never knew what hit him and he never cancelled the cheque.
Juan Kog
permanently grumpy
Since l retired I’ve abandoned watches , I find a calendar precise enough.I don't have a problem with precise times, but, personally, I tend to "approximate".
Mrs @BoldonLad, and, at least one of her brothers, precise time fans. For example, when discussing how long it would take to (say) walk to a give place, not too far away, Mrs @BoldonLad, or her brother would quote (say) 28 minutes, whereas, I would just opt for half an hour.
If my previous experience of NHS appointment times to go by, I would be amazed if such a precise appointment time is adhered to, but, good luck
As to NHS appointments I‘m optimistic as this will be subject to covid social distance rules.
Juan Kog
permanently grumpy
Cauliflower cheese ”mmmm” nice , mixed with swede 😱Swede and cauliflower cheese.
That's a nice little set up Del-Boy but you better watch out for Inspector Slater.
classic33
Leg End Member
Where?
oldwheels
Legendary Member
- Location
- Isle of Mull
My Del Boy business was rather different. This one was the originator of hats with names and logos. At that time nobody else was doing this niche market and we captured all the business going. Since we specialised it was easy to beat any competition and I also had a good contact in the surplus yarn market to purchase raw material.
Not mixed!
It's flat!Watching the, Spurs game and having a beer on this miserable Sunday afternoon.
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12boy
Guru
- Location
- Casper WY USA
Those phone booths and the black London taxis and double decker buses are definitely things I associate with your green and verdant land. A high of -2.8 C, 30 mph winds and 40 mph gusts.....prolly won't go for a ride today. Looks nice outside, though. People round here have little library boxes on the street and next time I see one I'll take a pic. After I retired the second time from Social Security i worked 20 hours a week for a few years at the library as a shelver. My boss explained to me about all the different sub genres of bodice rippers, which this library had lots of. I thought the Amish vampire ones were an interesting addition to the Scottish, Nobleman, Cowboy, PG Christian, vampire, werewolf and magic ones to name a few.
My eldest son and I agreed yesterday to do as many pushups as we could every day. So I did that immediately after getting up, got off 50 although the last 10 were not proper form, and felt kinda like puking. If we do this for a month maybe I can get a little stronger.
It will be a long time, I bet, before Covid vaccines trickle down to my risk level. I'd be very interested n hearing about your experiences with them since you will probably get them long before I do.
Felicidades, Dave R y muchos mas.
Be safe and well....
My eldest son and I agreed yesterday to do as many pushups as we could every day. So I did that immediately after getting up, got off 50 although the last 10 were not proper form, and felt kinda like puking. If we do this for a month maybe I can get a little stronger.
It will be a long time, I bet, before Covid vaccines trickle down to my risk level. I'd be very interested n hearing about your experiences with them since you will probably get them long before I do.
Felicidades, Dave R y muchos mas.
Be safe and well....
12boy
Guru
- Location
- Casper WY USA
Oldwheels......good business venture and some good lookin women, too.
Mo1959
Legendary Member
- Location
- Perthshire,Scotland
Wonder if my dad ever had any of yours....he was rather fond of a tammy. He used to have a red one he wore for hill walking and a few people stopped him and asked him if he was Tom Weir. Looked a bit like him with the tammy on.
