The Retirement Thread

[BoldonLad]

I've got a TP Link router with monthly 30 quid data sim from Amazon, unlimited Internet access. So much simpler.

I did similar for our Motorhome, £18/month with "3" SIM Only. Last time I looked, ID Mobile were even cheaper. But, deals come and go.

 

[mistyoptic]

Yes, to my very limited knowledge the Algarve can be hit & miss at this time of year whereas the Canaries have a better chance.

Indeed. Over the years we’ve had both ends of the spectrum in the Algarve, from beach and bbq to full wet cloud misery. Short straw this year

 

[classic33]

When my family moved in and I moved into the flat I phoned Virgin (my current supplier) and told them I was leaving.
They.........
Put a separate box thingy in the flat
Gave me a bigger package (ooh erhh matron)
And reduced my cost by (i think) £20+.

Worth phoning that nice chap x 1000s of miles away in India/Pakistan.

How was the matron delivered?
Dumped on the doorstep, or thrown over the fence.

 

[mistyoptic]

or thrown over the fence.

You’d never have thrown Hattie Jaques over a fence, unless you’re really Geoff Capes?

 

[classic33]

You’d never have thrown Hattie Jaques over a fence, unless you’re really Geoff Capes?

There is that I suppose.
As for leaving her on the doorstep...

 

[Paulus]

Indeed. Over the years we’ve had both ends of the spectrum in the Algarve, from beach and bbq to full wet cloud misery. Short straw this year

Today in Gran Canaria

20⁰C, and a light breeze.
I'm off up to the rooftop terrace for cocktails shortly. 🍸

 

[Dave7]

Today in Gran Canaria
View attachment 798867

20⁰C, and a light breeze.
I'm off up to the rooftop terrace for cocktails shortly. 🍸

That does look nice

 

[classic33]

Today in Gran Canaria
View attachment 798867

20⁰C, and a light breeze.
I'm off up to the rooftop terrace for cocktails shortly. 🍸

That's suspiciously like the photo you posted earlier in the week.

You are actually there, not hiding in your house with the curtains drawn!

 

[gavroche]

This is a sad day today.
Our daughter's black cocker spaniel has gone over the rainbow bridge. He was only 7 years old and suffered from auto-immune decease. It was really sad to see how quickly he deteriorated with no hope of a cure. It was a hard decision for them to take but the poor thing was suffering too much. We will all miss him as he was a true character.
R.I.P Max. We ❤️ you.

 

[mistyoptic]

Today in Gran Canaria
View attachment 798867

20⁰C, and a light breeze.
I'm off up to the rooftop terrace for cocktails shortly. 🍸

Silves, Algarve, yesterday
https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2026-01-28/flooding-in-algarve-city/951573

 

[Drago]

Was going out tonight but got an unsettled tummy. I dont think the worshipful master would be impressed if I shat my pants in front of the provincial top brass.

 

[Paulus]

That's suspiciously like the photo you posted earlier in the week.

You are actually there, not hiding in your house with the curtains drawn!

Taken from the same spot by the beach..
Here is a different view.

 

[numbnuts]

Was going out tonight but got an unsettled tummy. I dont think the worshipful master would be impressed if I shat my pants in front of the provincial top brass.

It must be those mince pies, I told you to send them all to me

 

[Drago]

I got about 115 left.

 

[Dave7]

I got about 115 left.

Whats the shelf life of a mince pie ?