Thornbury files

[Hayley_Trim]

Cheers Jim, I have also taped up holey gloves before, but as usual we were in such a rush to make the start that my trusty tape was only used on the bung holes. I didn't notice the lack of skin until we got off the water, which is the sign of a good sail me thinks.

[simon_jones]

I think Phil was refering to to layers of eggboxes stuck to the doors with epoxy resin to help with sound proofing.

[JimC]

Babies are fussy about decor, eh?

They must be Will, 'cos just about every set of about-to-be-new-parents seem to indulge in a massive redecorating exercise before the sprog arrives: the wisdom-of-crowds suggests they can't be wrong:-). Mind you it must only be first children that are fussy, because I've never observed it happening before subsequent arrivals for some reason.

Hayley - I was suggesting putting tape on the fingers under good gloves. Seemed to help me.

[Will_Lee]

Ah yes! I see it now - it IS only firstborns who are fussy about decor and kitchens etc...

How do they know?

[Hayley_Trim]

I'll give under-taping a go. Suppose I should have thought of that from my boxing days. Might wait till some skin has grown back first though
 
On another note, I have now eaten my cake. Well, my colleagues did. Within about 30 seconds of being informed of its existence.

[Tim Noyce]

I'll give under-taping a go.

Well, my colleagues did. Within about 30 seconds of being informed of its existence.

I always tape my fingers when I go climbing for this same reason. Smearing blood over the rockface isn't very hygienic or pleasant for other wall users! I use this tape which is kind of a cross between micropore tape and sticky bandage, not sure of its official name though!

Standard procedure with the cake. I have found that most people sense the presence of the cake before being told about it!

[phil_kirk]

Makes sense Jim,  I was a first born so haven't quite shaken the habit. The official term is nesting.
As you are probably aware when you start one decorating task the rest of the house looks shabby and expectations of the other half rise meaning that the task grows and grows.
have you ever noticed that all skirting boards and door frames in a house are connected.  So where do you stop painting?

[Stuberry]

Thanks for the baby/decoration update.....

Anyway, back to Thornbury. We're just starting to organise our racing for next year. Do we have a date for the Thornbury Regatta yet? Would be a crying shame to miss it.

[simon_jones]

We do indeed, Thornbury regatta  is the 9/10th of June.

[Stuberry]

Damn, we will be in Riva del Garda for that week so will miss our annual sail up the elevator. #disappointed

[simon_jones]

Riva-Thornbury that's a tough call, having done both I'd say Riva just pips it, now who's disappointed?

[Hayley_Trim]

Ah, but 8th June is R's birthday and we were thinking of suggesting a bit of a party on the Friday night at Thornbury.  Will provide much cake (running theme) and beer (of course). Can't promise cow-in-mud-and-tractor drama, but you never know...
Really sorry you'll miss it Stu. Tip the balance for anyone?

[phil_kirk]

Sounds brilliant!

and a 'having your cake and eat it' moment too!

[TSC]

Roland,

Went down to TSC last night for the AGM and noticed that Born Slippy had mounted the boat next to it (your brothers old cherub I believe). I dont think there is any damage to Slippy but there may be some shroud abrasions on the bottom of the other boat. I pulled Slippy back upright but it was a bit dark to really check it out properly.

Paul

[roland_trim]

Drat and thanks. Will try to pop down tomorrow...