Silver Fox
Guru
One of my dad's favourite sayings is " You can't put an old head on young shoulders". I find myself saying that to my two lads, even though they're in their 20's. I've turned into my dad.
Wise sayings from your old Dad
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Nigeyy
Legendary Member
- Location
- Massachusetts, USA
Sad fact of life: you are doomed to repeat your parents' phrases to others, particularly people younger than yourself. When I was over visiting my sister, I found myself saying to one of her then teenage sons: "you don't know the day you were born....".
I'll get my hat, and make myself comfortable in my Shackleton's high chair (the original high seat chair, so easy to get in and out of. It's lovely).
I'll get my hat, and make myself comfortable in my Shackleton's high chair (the original high seat chair, so easy to get in and out of. It's lovely).
PaulSecteur
No longer a Specialized fanboy
- Location
- Walsall, West Mids.
"Paul, when doing a job like this always remember to measure twice and cut once.
Where did I put the tape measure?
Ah, bugger it. I'll bodge this to fit right later and guess this."
Classic Pops.
Where did I put the tape measure?
Ah, bugger it. I'll bodge this to fit right later and guess this."
Classic Pops.
KnackeredBike
I do my own stunts
"Don't cycle on busy roads."
"You must wear a helmet."
Of course as a teen I totally ignored any parental advice and still cycle wherever I want to without any helmet-induced fear.
"You must wear a helmet."
Of course as a teen I totally ignored any parental advice and still cycle wherever I want to without any helmet-induced fear.
