Mundane News

[PeteXXX]

I can only remember Jesus Boots, which were sandals. Beatle boots seem to be what we call Chelsea Boots.

And Brothel Creepers, but they were Teddy Boys footwear, weren't they? 🤔

 

[postman]

I can only remember Jesus Boots, which were sandals. Beatle boots seem to be what we call Chelsea Boots.

Jesus sandals were those open toed things,we had winkle pickers instead of Chelsea boots,they were more posh your best ones they had a squared off toe i think.

 

[rockyroller]

usual receptionist at the gym seems gone, as are the candles for sale. gee I wonder if she made them

 

[Reynard]

The Skud passed its MOT with two advisories - one on the mucky headlights (something's gotten inside them) and one on the exhaust. Not over bad for a 20 year old car.

While that was going on, I had a lovely walk with a friend and her dogs around the community orchard and nature reserve. We ate a good few Dr Harvey apples between us, and the doggos got the cores. I also found some more walnuts...

Just chilling now with a and a chocolate biskit, and then in an hour or so I have to take the parental for her covid booster. I'm going to see if I can blag one for myself too.

 

[Ming the Merciless]

It’s been a very mild October day

 

[Jameshow]

Right if i was in charge of decorating the church,i would sack myself.Got in at 10-30 and even though the second coat looks ok its a bit patchy but its not getting a third coat.So i black glossed the woodwork and moved in to the corridor,oh boy door frames about nine inches wide with wide decrative moulding skirting board with central heating piping attached plus cabling from phones internet,its been a bloody nightmare,so tomorrow i am stopping at a certain door and calling the otherside a different job for another time,its too big for one person.I have bitten off more than i can chew.It was suggested black gloss on to existing paint,i tried black over old white chipped paint NO CHANCE the bit i tried looked awful,so i went out and bought some dark grey undercoat and turps,when that runs out tomorrow thats how far undercoating will go.Next week i will start glossing.Then a rest.

Sounds like you need a working party? No one should have to do that on your own unless paid.

Could you find another church up the road to help you?

 

[postman]

Sounds like you need a working party? No one should have to do that on your own unless paid.

Could you find another church up the road to help you?

I am part of a team of volunteers,i am the oldest 72.So being retired i have said i will go in through the week days.We normally do a saturday every month,but its going to take forever that way.But with it being a church hall every thing is bigger,i even need steps to paint the top of the door frames,and i am six foot four.Plus its been neglected for years.Mrs P says have not listened properly its a refresh not a full on first class job, that will come later when funds from certain charities is forth coming.But me being me its got to be done right first time or its a waste of time.Anyway onward and upward and i will change my idea of finishing time scale.

 

[Ming the Merciless]

Having fish and chips and beer in about 30 mins 😋

 

[oldwheels]

And Brothel Creepers, but they were Teddy Boys footwear, weren't they? 🤔

They had thick crepe soles I seem to remember. Never had any myself as never seemed to get into any kind of current fashion unless the student uniform of blazer with breast pocket badge, tie and undergrad scarf. The colour to which these faded indicated the age and also which shop you had used. The cheaper shop ( Paisley’s I think) turned vaguely green but Forsyth which was more expensive developed an orange tint. I still have a blazer badge which still looks gold colour.

 

[postman]

Having fish and chips and beer in about 30 mins 😋

No the beer is supposed to be in the batter,mind you hang on i like your idea better.Why should the fish have all the fun,mind you dont drink like a fish.

 

[Reynard]

Time to feed the cats, then time to take the parental for a covid booster.

 

[Ming the Merciless]

No the beer is supposed to be in the batter,mind you hang on i like your idea better.Why should the fish have all the fun,mind you dont drink like a fish.

Beer poured, a German craft one

 

[postman]

Last night as i left Georges home,we noticed Police activity three doors up,i noticed the front door off its hinges the house in darkness.The Police car actually backed up on to the drive.Well George came round while i was playing at painting.The lady had died a few days before,her brother could not get a response via phone so called round last night.He called the police when he could not gain entry,sadly she was found dead.She lived alone for many years after her wonderdul husband died with cancer.She was a very very private person and kept herself to her self,sad really .I hope she did not suffer she was found on the floor.Reunited with her husband tonight.

 

[postman]

Beer poured, a German craft one

Dont stop at a crafty one have a couple.

 

[Hebe]

sounds awesome! share pics w/ us if you do?

although not actually vertical…

He makes good shoes also.

Fine boots, as well. Wore mine out by the later 80's, though.

I have black DM boots with red roses and red laces. The girl has green DMs.