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In thread: in aint narf ott mate

Bob Draper Den Birbeck • Today 06:17

What type of ship was it, I have looked up in the RN list of ships and I cannot find any with Arctic in the name. I am not disputing what you say, I...

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In thread: BOB'S DAILY DIARY IE THROUGH MATURIE YEARS

Robert Wells • 17 July 2019 19:15

Did a bit better Today but still have,nt managed to straighten Right Arm completely, but i,ll keep trying, another nice Day in Cleckie, at least...

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Den Birbeck • 17 July 2019 14:44

They had a few ships with the 1st part of name being Arctic . Then some thing else. Ours being Tern. There was another Arctic ship kicking about in...

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In thread: in aint narf ott mate

Bob Draper Den Birbeck • 17 July 2019 13:32

Syd's picture is the Snowden Smith, I cannot find a Royal navy ship with the name artic tern.

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Den Birbeck • 17 July 2019 12:47

The ship we were on was the Arctic Tern .tried enlarging your photo Syd but gets to blurry. To much of coinsidence to be same ship.cheers Geordie

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Vicky Codling Nee Bassett • 17 July 2019 07:32

Good morning everyone. Morning hugs for all. I will pass your love on to Margaret. We are meeting my brother and sister in law today for lunch t a...

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Syd Jones • 16 July 2019 17:33

Here's a photo of a tank landing ship, taken at Benghazi in '53 or '54 when (I believe) it was still the biggest boat that could get into the...

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Michael Fallon • 16 July 2019 17:23

Dont forget us

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Rosemary (Kim) Dimond • 16 July 2019 15:27

Hi Vicky, thanks for my hug again. Glad your van is all in order despite the bill !!! Good that you can now go ahead with your new specs!! What...

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Robert Wells • 16 July 2019 11:57

Ruddy Arm still playing up, tried exercising Yesterday but strength in Right Arm Weak, also lost a bit of Muscle in it , Wife stated ACCEPT THE FACT...

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Vicky Codling Nee Bassett • 16 July 2019 07:24

Good morning everyone. Morning hugs for all. Our van passed its MOT yesterday but needed a new exhaust so we had a bill of £335. Had some lovely...

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In thread: Cat Napping.

Rosemary (Kim) Dimond Pamela Forbes • 15 July 2019 17:25

I think we should adopt this little creature, Pamela, sounds like one of our own !!!

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Pamela Forbes • 15 July 2019 15:50

Seems a lot of fun!...….

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Rosemary (Kim) Dimond • 15 July 2019 15:21

Hi Vicky, thank you for my morning hug. I really don't know where those 60 years have gone - bit scary when you think about it !!!!

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Rosemary (Kim) Dimond Pamela Forbes • 15 July 2019 15:14

This is just lovely, Pamela, makes me want to cuddle him !!!

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Pamela Forbes • 15 July 2019 12:02

Real life Dumbo...…

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Vicky Codling Nee Bassett • 15 July 2019 06:23

Good morning everyone. Morning hugs for all. Pamela its nice to know that I am not alone in not liking Federer. I was willing Novak to win. What a...

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Rosemary (Kim) Dimond • 14 July 2019 22:50

You are more than welcome to join us in a large G&T Pamela, Cheers !! Hope you have a peaceful night.

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Pamela Forbes Vicky Codling Nee Bassett • 14 July 2019 22:20

I certainly enjoyed an afternoon of tennis and world cup cricket, Vicky. I watched the tennis on the TV while keeping an eye on the cricket on my...

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In thread: The MALAYAN EMERGENCY & BORNEO CONFRONTATION

Frank Trinick • 14 July 2019 22:16

I was in Malaya from 1956-1958 with the Loyal Regiment my name is Alan Trinick and I would like to contact any old comrades

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Rosemary (Kim) Dimond • 14 July 2019 21:04

Hi Vicky, hugs for you too - we seem to have joined up within just a few months of each other (Feb same year!) so a large celebratory drink is called...

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In thread: Follow on song titles

Rosemary (Kim) Dimond • 14 July 2019 20:48

I'll (must) find you, you haunt my heart and I In each dream I seem to hear you sigh I miss you like the flowers would miss the morning dew The...

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Vicky Codling Nee Bassett • 14 July 2019 09:30

Good morning everyone. Morning hugs for all. Pamela are you ready for a day of sport? I shall be jumping around and trying to watch the cricket,...

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In thread: BOB'S DAILY DIARY IE THROUGH MATURIE YEARS

Robert Wells • 13 July 2019 20:31

Son and Youngest Grandson paid us a visit this Morning before heading off to Play Gymn, Wife had just called on to Garden Centre for some Plans ten...

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In thread: Is It Me. ??

Terry Carey • 13 July 2019 17:45

Kim - you are not alone! Look out for Easter eggs round about September!

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In thread: Boris Johnson promises to end 'unfair' prosecutions of Northern Ireland veterans

Terry Carey • 13 July 2019 17:42

About time someone sorted this out. Let's hope whoever is the next PM that the promise is kept by him.

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In thread: Follow on song titles

John Daly • 13 July 2019 16:47

.........without my su (ply I need you for my own, oh I can't break away I must............ ...

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Pamela Forbes • 13 July 2019 16:04

The fear in our eyes is a victimless crime, The impossible embraces the otherwise inviting them in time... I was fighting for a cause 'til I...

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In thread: Follow on song titles

John Daly • 13 July 2019 11:56

Hile be seeing u in hall the old familiar places that this 'art of mine embraces....... ...

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In thread: Cyber Family 200

Vicky Codling Nee Bassett • 13 July 2019 07:04

Good morning everyone. Morning hugs for all. Kim my eyes have settled down now. Once our van has been for its MOT on Monday I will make an...

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Rosemary (Kim) Dimond • 12 July 2019 21:48

Large G&Ts are now being poured for you Pamela and for anyone else who would care to join us. Cheers!!!!!

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Pamela Forbes • 12 July 2019 21:18

I enjoyed wearing some of my new clothes today and got quite a few compliments on how nice I looked. I am keeping up with my alcohol quota, Kim. I...

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Rosemary (Kim) Dimond • 12 July 2019 20:50

Hello Pamela - do hope you are keeping up with your alcohol quota - can't have you getting withdrawal symptoms (lol). Seriously, I do hope you are...

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Rosemary (Kim) Dimond • 12 July 2019 20:34

I do think the world has gone a bit tipsey-turvey !! Here we are in the middle of July and I have just seen some quite serious advertising on the...

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In thread: BOB'S DAILY DIARY IE THROUGH MATURIE YEARS

Robert Wells • 12 July 2019 19:46

Looking after 13yr old Grandson Today, been Poorly with Throat, nearly choked at School on Monday due to it hence a bit hesitant with eating at the...

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In thread: Boris Johnson promises to end 'unfair' prosecutions of Northern Ireland veterans

Forcesreunited Admin • 12 July 2019 12:25

Boris Johnson has promised to end the "unfair" prosecutions of Northern Ireland veterans if he becomes prime minister. The Tory leadership front...

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In thread: Cyber Family 200

Vicky Codling Nee Bassett • 11 July 2019 21:40

Yes Kim a very large G&T for me please.

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Robert Wells • 11 July 2019 19:38

I,d told Youngest Grandson on Saturday that it was a Teddy Bear Picnic at Library Today, hence Sarnies outside Weather Permitting plus Games, he...

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Rosemary (Kim) Dimond • 11 July 2019 18:34

Hello again Vicky - are you ready to join Pamela and myself for a very large G&T ??

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Pamela Forbes • 11 July 2019 18:05

It's been quite a good afternoon. My youngest son, Andrew, came to visit me so I had to bring him up to date on everything that had been happening....

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Pamela Forbes • 11 July 2019 17:37

Hi Kim, that's a big yes to the G & T. Cheers!!

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Rosemary (Kim) Dimond • 11 July 2019 16:39

Hi Pamela - you really are going to be a 'new you' - great stuff, especially your perky boobs !!! Time for a G&T I think ?? Hello Vicky, so glad...

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Vicky Codling Nee Bassett • 11 July 2019 14:44

Back from hospital, eyes a bit blurry for now but this should wear off in a bit. Only uncomfortable bit was the eye drops which really stung.Never...

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Pamela Forbes • 11 July 2019 13:43

My on-line order from J D Williams arrived this morning so I now have an assortment of clothes to wear including a pair of sandals (so I can ditch...

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Pamela Forbes • 11 July 2019 08:37

Good morning, Vicky and a morning hug to you as well. Good luck with your laser treatment. I hope all goes well and that it sorts out your eye...

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Vicky Codling Nee Bassett • 11 July 2019 07:43

Good morning everyone. Morning hugs for all. Just about to get up and get ready to go for my laser treatment. Hope it works and that I can get new...

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In thread: Cat Napping.

Pamela Forbes • 10 July 2019 23:40

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In thread: BOB'S DAILY DIARY IE THROUGH MATURIE YEARS

Robert Wells • 10 July 2019 19:55

Wifes been moaning for a while now on the large clumps of Ivy covering some parts of the Hawthorne Trees, keeps threatening to GET SOMEONE IN, so...

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In thread: Cyber Family 200

Pamela Forbes • 10 July 2019 17:48

Yes, Vicky, I'm very pleased with my new hairdo and feel much better for it. While I was at Diane's having my hair done she gave me the new...

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In thread: HMS Warspite/ HMS Anson

Mick Johnson • 10 July 2019 12:57

Sorry I meant to say my dad was Eric Johnson and he is the one by the left arm of the corporal, with the big grin on his face.

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In thread: Follow on song titles

Pamela Forbes John Daly • 10 July 2019 12:07

To know, know, know him Is to love, love, love him Just to see him smile Makes my life worthwhile The Teddy Bears

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In thread: 55 Air Despatch. Borneo/Penang/Butterworth

Catherine Turner • 10 July 2019 11:36

My ex husband served with the above 1965-1968. His name was Harry (Digger) Bath. My name is Catherine and I met Digger in 1966, we got married...

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In thread: cyprus g.s.medal

Major Bowen • 10 July 2019 10:55

Hi Dave, They were good old days,wern't they! Maj Bowen 'B'Sqn RHG

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In thread: Follow on song titles

John Daly • 10 July 2019 09:44

Day by day i'm falling ore in love with you and day by day I want you to know....... ...

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In thread: SCOUSE HUMOUR

John Daly • 10 July 2019 09:37

Where is it easy for you get sex for chips??.............. Las Vegas and Liverpool.

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In thread: HMS Warspite/ HMS Anson

Mick Johnson • 10 July 2019 07:48

This is a photo of my dad and his unit on board a ship not aware of anything else about it

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In thread: Follow on song titles

Rosemary (Kim) Dimond • 9 July 2019 23:18

Through) that rainy evening we strolled and talked and kissed It didn't matter we were wet, our love was total bliss Our love was born upon that...

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In thread: Cyber Family 200

Vicky Codling Nee Bassett • 9 July 2019 21:10

Glad to hear that you have got the essential supplies in Pamela and having your hair done will have done you good as well.

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Rosemary (Kim) Dimond • 9 July 2019 20:18

Hi Pamela. good to know you enjoyed yourself this afternoon, about time 'cos you deserve it. Glad you have your essential supplies gathered in,...

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In thread: BOB'S DAILY DIARY IE THROUGH MATURIE YEARS

Robert Wells • 9 July 2019 19:53

Normal routine this Morning, Weather a bit dismal but still had time for a Chat on going through Town, bit of Ironing to Finish then off to top of...

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In thread: old comrades 1961-1970

Peter (Tony) Parr • 9 July 2019 19:24

I am interested in contacting anyone who served with me especially A.C.C. and 4 Royal tank regiment soldiers. From 1964- 1970 I was known as Tony...

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In thread: Cyber Family 200

Pamela Forbes • 9 July 2019 17:57

Well, I've had a really lovely afternoon. I had a hair appointment with my old friend, Diane, who has a salon in the village. We had a lovely catch...

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In thread: Cyber Family 200

Vicky Codling Nee Bassett • 9 July 2019 16:08

Pamela what a jobsworth. Hope you get to tell her where to go. Hope you are able to enjoy the tennis.

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In thread: Cyber Family 200

John Daly • 9 July 2019 10:50

Good Morning Pamela, Don't let any of these jumped up pen pushers throw their weight at you , Bullies in...

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Terry Carey • 8 July 2019 23:23

Sounds like another jobsworth Pamela. I think I'd say more than p*** off. Have a big hug from me and that goes for everyone on here.

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In thread: Cat Napping.

Pamela Forbes • 8 July 2019 23:03

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Rosemary (Kim) Dimond • 8 July 2019 22:16

Hi Pamela, I don't think I have ever heard of such a disgusting and upsetting piece of total ignorance and incompetence !!!! The manager of your...

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In thread: BOB'S DAILY DIARY IE THROUGH MATURIE YEARS

Robert Wells • 8 July 2019 19:30

Yes an enjoyable Day Kim, just wish they,d realise what T TOTLAR means though, kept on trying to ply me with drinks at the Pubs, i,m quite happy...

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Pamela Forbes • 8 July 2019 18:37

I have had a bit of a set to today with a social worker. She was only appointed to me when I was in hospital because of social services paying for my...

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In thread: Follow on song titles

John Daly • 8 July 2019 17:31

W (on't you come home Bill Bailey wont you come home she moans the whole day long, i'll do the cooking bailey i'll pay the rent. remember that...

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In thread: Cyber Family 200

Terry Carey • 8 July 2019 14:21

Great news Pamela - so glad you are settled in there and you'll be able to relax at last. Terry X

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Rosemary (Kim) Dimond Pamela Forbes • 7 July 2019 22:04

Hello Pamela, what a lovely lunch!! The best news is that you have now become a permanent resident of Ingersley Court, I am so pleased for you xx

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Vicky Codling Nee Bassett • 7 July 2019 21:56

I am glad that you are now settled Pamela. Yes the beeb did come in for a lot of criticism over the Dan Evans match. We had our youngest daughter and...

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In thread: FORMER NATIONAL SERVICE & MILITARY PERSONNEL NOW LIVING ABROAD - YOU MAY BE ENTILTED TO A UK PENSION!!!

Colin Rainsbury • 7 July 2019 21:34

Did You know that depending on how long you worked/served in the UK You may be entitled to a UK Pension For more information In Canada contact:...

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In thread: Cyber Family 200

Pamela Forbes • 7 July 2019 21:26

We had a nice lunch today ,roast beef and gravy with a roast potato, mashed potato, carrots, and brussel sprouts, followed by strawberry ice cream...

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In thread: Follow on song titles

Pamela Forbes John Daly • 7 July 2019 21:10

Through the night of doubt and sorrow Onward goes the pilgrim band Singing songs of expectation Hymn

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John Daly • 7 July 2019 20:38

regrets I've had a few, two few to mention, I did what I had to do and saw it through...... ...

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In thread: BOB'S DAILY DIARY IE THROUGH MATURIE YEARS

Rosemary (Kim) Dimond • 7 July 2019 20:18

Hi Bob, looks like a great day at the Folk Festival. Must have brought back some memories of your incident at the former bank !! Thanks for the...

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In thread: HMS Warspite/ HMS Anson

Mick Johnson • 7 July 2019 19:56

My name mick Johnson I believe my dad also served on the anson as a royal marine before the end of the war I have a couple of photos taken on board ...

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Robert Wells • 7 July 2019 16:16

Great Day at Folk Festival, Grandson luvved it, watched the Parade set off from Fire Station and followed it into Town, spent three hours watching...

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In thread: in aint narf ott mate

Den Birbeck • 7 July 2019 14:26

The ship we were on in gulf was fleet auxiliary tank landing craft. Royal navy officers and Chinese crew .we being lowly troopers messed with the...

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Pamela Forbes Rosemary (Kim) Dimond • 7 July 2019 11:19

(You need) hands to hold someone you care for. You need hands to show that you're sincere. Max Bygraves

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In thread: Cyber Family 200

Pamela Forbes • 7 July 2019 11:09

Vicky, it was a shame that Dan Evans lost his match in the fifth set. It was a very close run thing. I watched the match but was annoyed that the...

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In thread: in aint narf ott mate

Peter Mills • 7 July 2019 10:23

sorry,forgot HMS REGIO too.

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Peter Mills • 7 July 2019 10:20

yes puttees I meant,and hats ridiculas were that hat in my photo,wide brim all around to protect neck,face,ect,our battalion also did beach landings...

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In thread: Follow on song titles

Rosemary (Kim) Dimond • 6 July 2019 22:07

Sand running through my hands And my hands running through your hair What dreams of love we share As we lay hand in hand (Jimmy Young ??)

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In thread: Another new scam.

Peter King • 6 July 2019 18:17

Dear Members Leicestershire Trading Standards is warning about firms overcharging for services which can be applied for directly. These firms...

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In thread: Cyber Family 200

Vicky Codling Nee Bassett • 6 July 2019 17:48

Pamela Dan Evans is playing well just now. Jo Konta won but Andy lost in mens doubles.

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Rosemary (Kim) Dimond • 6 July 2019 16:40

Good Afternoon Vicky - thank you for my hug and I am so pleased you have at last got your eye appointment in place, good luck. Hi Pamela - good to...

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Pamela Forbes • 6 July 2019 14:09

Hi everyone, Kim, the doctor was quite happy with my scan- all clear and no sign of clots. I am still somewhat breathless at the moment as it will...

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In thread: in aint narf ott mate

Den Birbeck • 6 July 2019 13:42

When we played our war games in rhe gulf in 65 was immposible to sleep in berths below deck due to unbearable heat. We used to put canvas stretchers...

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Vicky Codling Nee Bassett • 6 July 2019 13:12

Afternoon everyone. Hugs for all. Kim I have got my eye appointment for next Thursday. An afternoon of tennis for me today followed by cycling...

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Terry Carey • 5 July 2019 22:43

Evening all - hope all is well with everyone and hugs all round. I'm not a fan of tennis but one man I can watch is Roger Federer. He must be the...

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Terry Carey • 5 July 2019 22:39

Hi Millsy, I was in the Canal zone as were a few more of us on here in '49 to '51. i'm a bit puzzled with your mention of 'rediculas', What...

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Rosemary (Kim) Dimond • 5 July 2019 21:50

Hi Vicky, thank you for my morning hug and I join you in sending a special one to Pamela. By the way, have you yet had any news of an appointment...

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Vicky Codling Nee Bassett • 5 July 2019 21:04

I thought Coco was down and out in todays march but what a turn around Pamela, a future champion for sure.

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In thread: BOB'S DAILY DIARY IE THROUGH MATURIE YEARS

Robert Wells • 5 July 2019 20:00

Think i,ve finally caught up with Ironing and even managed to wash Car, normally after washing Car it ruddy Rains, but thankfully Today Sunshine...

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Pamela Forbes • 5 July 2019 12:21

I managed to watch a fair amount of Andy's match, Vicky, but I switched channels to check on something and then I couldn't get back on the red button...

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In thread: Aden

Derek Day • 5 July 2019 11:43

Derek Day At Khormaksar with 43 sqdn. from June '67 til shutdown. Awful posting!!

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Peter Mills • 5 July 2019 10:45

well,we are having a good bit of the ol current bun, sun, now, but it aint nothing to what us ol boys had out in north Africa in the late 50s/60,...

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