Messymascot's faith in humanity and ginger safe haven

[peteblue]

Whoever put the "n" and the "m" next to each other on the keyboard needs sacking. Isn't that right Nate.

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[peteblue]

Morning everyone,

Last day in Madeira today.

Had a fab time mostly visiting gardens and doing mountain levada walks.

Yesterday was Mrs Js birthday and when we got back to the hotel received an invite to go to the 11th floor terrace bar where they put on free canapes and a bottle of prosecco. Lovely and I didn't even tell them , must have just scanned the passport when we checked it. Perfect after a 5 hour hike.

Weather's been lovely, about 20 degrees and mostly sunny.

If you've been never been I really recommend Madeira and Funchal, great for a short break.

Full day today , sightseeing/ shopping in the old town, a tasting session at Blandys and a paella lunch in the sun before a late flight tonight.

Hope everyone is ok and have a lovely day.

Glad you enjoyed it Jazzy, but for such a small place there is that much to see you really need a couple of weeks tbh. Did to get to go on the wicker toboggan, that’s an experience depending on how crazy the control guy is……

 

[Armaghtoffee]

Took a walk today around my old university and stood for a while just taking it all in. It honestly is like a different life now to think of myself walking around there like cock of the walk over 20 years ago. Maybe I’m feeling a bit wistful after our sad loss of our friend but it was one of those stop you in your track moments.

 

[Gwladysover]

Good morning all on this misty day here in Hyvinkää. I hope all are well and had a good night 's sleep .It is hard when someone passes as it reminds you of your own mortality .we are here for a short time ,this is why I try to do something every day that makes my being here worthwhile . I have watched some just waiting for the day the grim reaper ,it will not be me !
Once again this thread is showing that we have a real connection ,which is lovely .
Have a great day all COYB

I don’t like sitting around either, I operate on the premise a moving target is harder to hit. lol
Little story regarding my Grandad, another who liked to remain active. He drove a delivery lorry for a local builders’ merchants and stayed on after reaching retirement age, his employer was happy for him to continue. Two heart attacks at 68 forced Grandad into retirement and he was not happy, the R word was banned in his hearing. His former mates and employers clubbed together and bought, what they considered to be the best present they could give and which, in fact, was the absolute worst …. a lovely comfy armchair which must have cost a pretty penny. The boss went round to Grandad to present him with the chair, Grandad was horrified with the implication that all he was good for was sitting in a chair and not one to mince his words told the boss exactly what he thought. My Nan and Mum (who was visiting at the time) were left cringing with embarrassment and the boss loaded the armchair back onto the van. It was never spoken of again, well at any rate not when Grandad could hear! Grandad lived to 89 and was still shinning up the walnut tree in his garden to cut branches well into his eighties.

 

[Ducans elbow]

The outpouring for Roydo on the Everton forum is really heartwarming, he has left a legacy for sure,
His sister has left a message also on the EF, I listened to Andy's podcast as well , it hits home home life is so precious
And this group of people come together is great to see,

Roydo you was one of the best mate

 

[summerisle]

Took a walk today around my old university and stood for a while just taking it all in. It honestly is like a different life now to think of myself walking around there like cock of the walk over 20 years ago. Maybe I’m feeling a bit wistful after our sad loss of our friend but it was one of those stop you in your track moments.

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My photogenic alma mater. lol

 

[Armaghtoffee]

My photogenic alma mater. lol

Looks like Minecraft.

 

[summerisle]

Looks like Minecraft.

Minecraft you say ?

 

[Terrarian]

Afternoon all, well my therapist has challenged me to get back in touch with my friends before next Thursday's appointment. Not going to lie I'm cringing at the thought

 

[jazzy]

….i’ve been, got my photo taken with the famous ugly Ronaldo statue at the airport on the way back. We both scored at Old Trafford although I accept he got a few more than me!!!

Thought of you yesterday amigo. We sat in the old town having a Mexican and bang opposite was the Madeira rum bar !

 

[jazzy]

Glad you enjoyed it Jazzy, but for such a small place there is that much to see you really need a couple of weeks tbh. Did to get to go on the wicker toboggan, that’s an experience depending on how crazy the control guy is……

Been there done it!

Think this is our 6th time in Madeira!

 

[jazzy]

Afternoon all, well my therapist has challenged me to get back in touch with my friends before next Thursday's appointment. Not going to lie I'm cringing at the thought

We are always here for you T.

I'd like to think that you regard us as friends

 

[Terrarian]

We are always here for you T.

I'd like to think that you regard us as friends

Absolutely Jazzy I do, you've all been a great help to me and very supportive. This more trying to get me to stop being reclusive, She also says I need to start visiting family more as well.

 

[Blue Piper]

Absolutely Jazzy I do, you've all been a great help to me and very supportive. This more trying to get me to stop being reclusive, She also says I need to start visiting family more as well.

Seeing friends I can get but visiting family....ugh.

 

[Eggs]

Thought of you yesterday amigo. We sat in the old town having a Mexican and bang opposite was the Madeira rum bar !

….i remember our daughter went with us and we stayed in the Riu. Daughter and i had a few late nights always finished off with Madeira wine, found it a bit like port.