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It might be possible to just rent it verbally by the month, this would mean no fees to any other person, providing you did not move fences just made a gate that could be closed and you should still retain your own bounderies. The charge to rent this should be no more than renting an allotment, less than ?100 per ann. I once rented two acres for two pound a week, for my ducks, geese and goat but thats a few years ago.

When you have lived a long life and recorded some of it, shared it with others you have lived and others are aware you are there, when you no longer exist you were at least there. Everybody has highs and lows, but they do not share these only with those close. How many can you recall who were here but have gone? How many left an impression, or were never missed?

Any chance of taking a lap top to him he will be in contact wih you at all times, he could play the game of putting together Jig Saw Puzzles, I play about ten a day on http://www.jigzone.com/puzzles/daily-jigsaw As you say he likes DIY then this will keep him busy. He might even like to give me a challange.

If you are only going to use it as a garden it would not be worth while buying it but if you intend building on it look at their deeds.

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Put water in pot place on ring turn on electricity but dont watch it.

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My neighbour has a public tree growing in the pavement, she always sweeps the leaves from her frontage onto mine, not trying to collect them for disposal, she does the same with the snow. When a bus passes the leaves get spread again, and the snow that gets piled into the curb by her gets melted and spewed over my frontage. Nice lady has a face front and back.

Just a thought "How many of you use the same decorations each year?" I use the same with a few extra each year. Unfortuneatly not so high but they will be there.

Hal. Thank you once again for offering to help me out as much as I would like to be at the drinks I am curently not in London. I am posting a picture when we were at the Cenotaph with the first World War tank.

Another roport. 10th Royal Hussars. ( Prince of Wales Own )( Nicknamed the Shiners ) Southern Shiners mid-day meet at Headcorn Kent. Thursday 20th June 2002 Our yearly lunch at The Weald of Kent Golf Club, we are not members, George Walker arranged the venue as he used to live in the area in his childhood, and returns frequently to this most picturesque setting on the slopes of the hills leading up to Sutton Vallance. We have the use of the Lounge Bar, and tables in Restaurant are laid ready for our meal, we order what we wish, Duck was popular, but a glance outside at the usually well stocked lake of wild fowl, seemed unusually empty of any bird, I had Scampi, I now wonder if they were Home Grown? It is always such an enormous meal, that we wonder how they can provide it at the cost, George ordered wine from the local Vineyard. Early in the day Derek Ivings, drove from Hayes to Chelsea Hospital to collect ex SQMS. Tom Parnell, George Walker & Sylvia got there early from Bromley to ensure that all was ready, Norman Long & Rene came from Sheppey, Don Kane & Pat, from Lancing called to collect Bill Hazelgrove & Margaret from Brighton, Rene' Regendanz came up from Rye, he's had a new hip joint fitted, so that drive must have been painful, Eric Farris & Dorothy drove up from Biddenden, good to see Eric so mobile after his major surgery . Tom had plenty to find out from Rene' as they last met at the Amalgamation in 1969, Rene' had brought his Photo Album, he has a large collection of Iserlohn, I must see if I can borrow some of them for the Shiners Website. Don said his neighbour captured the Barracks in the war, there was a block opposite "A" Squadron that got destroyed and there were a lot of German casualties in it, somebody recalled the Smoker at Christmas 1950 when Tom concocted a Special Brew, got a Conjuror, and a live Female Dancer, strange that we were all in "A" squadron together. Irene Shorty's wife surprised Tom with an iced 84th Birthday Cake with a little Chelsea Pensioner on top, no candles, (it might have been a fire hazard) just " 62 years a Shiner " , Tom put it back in its box, and said I'm taking that back to show my mates at Chelsea, and my son who I'm going to stay with tomorrow in Whitchurch. We retired to the outside and spent an other hour or so, sitting in the glorious sun on the patio, it had been an other day to remember, it is a shame that our old mates Dougie Bowles, Eric ( Topper) Brown, Alan Boyce, Brian Glancy Hockley now moved to Cornwall, John Gateson, Don Flower, Roger Beech, John Carter could not get there, I do my utmost to persuade them to come, but the location is not suitable to every body, we have chosen a central point that is alright for most, I am thinking of buying a ex NAFFI Mobile Canteen and calling on each of them, and having a " stay at home lunch", perhaps I might be able to purchase a few of those famous NAFFI Rock Cakes, to go with the 1 jam & 1 cheese sandwiches, and mug of tea that I will offer them, it will be worth it just to hear if they still know those swearwords, I am told Troopers use. Reluctantly we have to leave, some of us have already booked our accommodation for Tidworth, the Association Weekend in August, most of us will go, if not see you at Stockport! "Smiler" aka " Computedshorty "

Now is the time that the Chelsea Pensioners become more in the eye of the public. Does the general public know what they are or what they do now? You will see them at the Cenotaph, and Marching down the stairs of the Royal Albert Hall. The scarlet Uniform is only worn on Parades whilst within the Hospital or outside the Hospital. Their normal dress is more informal Blue with cap inside the boundaries of the Hospital. I have over the years become familiar with many of the Pensioners, I have also through attending so many parades been offered to attend many more, so many that I cant go to them all. There are frequent invitations to take part in Parades with the Royal Family present, and be seated on a close table at the Luncheon. I had thought that as I was there, I would when I got home write a short report of the proceedings and send to those that could not be there I have done this and sent them to old comrades of my own Regiment, these seem to be well received, but now those men have nearly all passed to the Green fields so I do not do it now. These might be of interest to members. This is one of my reports; Chelsea Founders Day 7th June 2002 The only official Parade of the In-Pensioners of The Royal Hospital Chelsea, is to commemorate the founding of the Royal Hospital, by King Charles 11. This year the salute was taken by His Royal Highness Prince Michael. It had been raining , as we took our seats in the raised stands the seat had an inch of rainwater in the cupped seat, as it was fixed down the water had to be removed by hand, the rain stopped for the ceremony, the Trumpeters came out onto the balcony, six each side, one later collapsed and was taken away, the Band played the Pensioners came on Parade waiting for the Royal Party, unfortunately one of these also became unwell and was wheeled off in a wheelchair. Prince Michael arrived onto the Parade Ground, having called into the Infirmary to see the less able Pensioners, The Fanfare by the Trumpeters, and the inspection of the Pensioners formed up in four Companies in the Figure Court, pausing to speak to those sitting behind who were unable to stand for the Parade, I was particularly pleased that he spent some time talking to my Ex Regimental Quartermaster Sergeant Major, Tom Parnell, who we had come to see. I think that the most moving part of the Parade is the very slow March to the tune of "The Old Brigade" this brings a standing ovation from the assembly, it never ceases to bring a lump to my throat, it is now that an unusual salute is given by the left hand as they counter march past the saluting base, as they pass you can see the Golden band on the pocket flap of their scarlet coat denoting that this person holds a post of responsibility within the Hospital. Prince Michael, gave a well received speech, then unveiled the Statue of Charles the 11, that had been renovated and painted a brilliant gold, by the sculptor Andy Mitchell. Prince Michael left the Parade. The Pensioners were dismissed. Now the time to meet your pensioner, and of course all those you have got to know while attending other Parades, get your Packed Lunch , Hot Dog , or Hamburger, now the beer tent, find enough seats in one of the Marquee's and settle to catch up on all that has passed since you last met, the band plays all the favourite Military Music. My own observations are toward two men in Blazers who I must say were wearing the biggest display of Medals I have ever seen, on both sides, not just Medals but Badges of anything they had ever belonged to, some I suspect might bare a simulararity to the yearly clasp from Butlins from 1950 to 1972, I doubt that should they have been able to obtain a replica of Kenny Everett's four foot wide jacket there would have been room to put on the Golly Badge, these exhibitionists being only visitors did not , I am glad to say get any attention from the ex servicemen there, as they retreated to a empty table and remained alone, looking at a very very old Pensioner standing in the heavy rain, who it turned out had come from the infirmary wearing his pyjama trousers six inches short , in his scarlet coat and Blue Cap, he was waiting for his visitors (Who would never come) as he had probably outlived them, constantly smiled as he got soaked, he gave a glance in my direction the non seeing glance I had seen by my own brother with Dementia, this man is more important to me than a hundred exhibitionists! The man was taken into the Marquee by some of the ladies on an other table and made a welcome to him and posed with him for a photo, I think it made his day. The rain fell heavy keeping the visitors inside, now with a disco to replace the band, a visit to the Museum is a must, funny how many men bought the red apron with the Pensioners on it, I suspect they will be wearing it themselves, lots of good souvenirs, and books, and see a grand model of the Royal Hospital, when it was built in 1692. The Chapel is also an interesting building, and the Dining Hall, and the Pensioners rooms these are called Berths, and what is The Chelsea Chest ? This is their stomach best when filled! Reluctantly we had to leave, just then someone with a portable radio shouted " We have won " this was the Football Match against Argentina, perhaps I might be exaggerating when I say men jumped to their feet who had not stood for years and cheered, well it seemed to me anyway, what a high note to leave our friends, "See you next year" God Willing. I do hope our visit has given some pleasure to Our Old Comrades, I am looking forward to next year already. "Smiler" aka ?Computedshorty?

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It is not generally known that the following Sunday after Armistice Day, Whitehall is closed and the Royal Tank Regiment Association hold their own Parade to the Cenotaph, this is granted by H.M Queen Elizabeth 11 the Commanding Colonel of the Royal Tank Regiments. Timing 1030 Parade forms up on Horseguards Parade 1040 Officer Commanding Parade inspects the Parade 1045 Those unable to march will be escorted to the Cenotaph 1050 Parade steps off to arrive at Cenotaph at 1053 1100 Short Service of Remembrance 1110 Parade marches to the RTR Memorial in Whitehall Place 1120 Parade Commander lays wreath at the RTR Memorial 1125 Parade is dismissed 1200 Service of Thanksgiving and Dedication at St Mary Aldermary Church RTRA members and their Branch Standards are encouraged to attend. After the Service a coach will return to the RTR Memorial and the Barley Mow Pub. Transport 2 Double Decker buses will transport persons to Church from junction Whitehall Place and Whitehall Court I have been on this Parade many times, and met other Tankies from all over the country this parade incorporates all the Cavalry Regiments that had Tanks during the war. One year there was on parade a first world War Tank brought up by a comrade of mine from the Tank Museum Bovington and the most up to date Challenger Tank from the 1st Royal Tank Regiment. On a wet Sunday it can be annoying to be standing under one of the trees that line Whitehall as you have to remain wet for the rest of the day. The Statue of the Comet Tank Crew in Whitehall Place had just 200 replica Memorial Snuff Box?s made, the Queen has Number 1, I have Number 151.

I doubt if I can get to any this year. Its very difficult holding the Standard and my Zimmer.

When a driver reaches 70 years of age a new application is sent to them 90 days before it is due. The application must be filled in by the proposer, a long list of eyesight questions that deal with all the different ailments these are answered on trust, unless a medical statement has been issued. There is the anoymous message that gets sent to the DVLA about suspect drivers, this does entail a full investigation of their files of the driver, and those of the informer. A Licence will if all is well grant a three year licence. BUT should your health decline you must inform them immmediatley. To see the application form go to DVLA Over 70 Drivers Application Form Eyesight, click fill on line you can read all the pages.

How do you get involved in any Parade or Wreath Laying on Sunday? Those who served in the second World War would now be aged over 83 years of age so not many now can make it to the Cenotaph.

PR. Most of what you say applies to me execpt the driving I do drive but my eyesight is perfect I still hold all groups Licence since 1950, I gave up the Heavy Goods licence when I got to seventy, had to drive yesterday as I went to my mates Funeral, zimmer is atill waiting for the mud to be washed off the feet from the Cemetery. I print a full list of the shopping that I might need and tick the box next to the item, I do several lists one each for Grocery/Provisions/Greengrocery/Chemist/ and one for paying any bills at the Post office, buy stamps/ post letters. Call at Doctors Surgery to leave Repete Prescription/ call back two days later to collect Prescription or if they dont have the items I get the Prescription and take it to a chemist/ and go back later for it. Your parents might like a list made for them, if I forget to write a thing down I get back with out it. There will be a time when a call at the garage for petrol must be done, I keep a full tank just in case. I am also independent and intend to remain so as long as I can.

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May I suggest that after filling in the application form for Dog Warden a short trial spell in the stocks should be given to acquaint them with the process, this could be offered to prospective Traffic Wardens if found to be over zealous, as a Claus would be incorporated in their contract of misconduct.

There is nothing feared more than humiliation by the public. To save the great expense that Wardens / Prosecutions would cause. Bring back the Stocks. This would give education to the young of our History. Show that the offence was being dealt with. Humiliation the Offender. Giving you the opportunity to show your feeling. A set of Stocks could be erected on Peckham Rye. With the addition of two Chamber pots to place the feet of the accused. One placed under the chin, these could be topped up with the contents of Pooper bags. Being pilloried, or put in the stocks, was a common punishment for civil crimes in the 15th-18th century. Criminals were set in a chair outdoors with their hands and/or feet, locked into holes in short span of wooden fence. The holes were placed in such a way as to be physically uncomfortable for the criminal. The stocks were placed in a public space so that the criminal would be subject to ridicule. This shaming was part of the punishment. Often townspeople would jeer at the offender, or even throw spoiled fruit at him.

I dont think many Wardens would try to check for a microchip on a Doberman dog in the company of am sgitated owner refusing to give his details. By the way this is three times a problem to me and my zimmer, as we have six feet. Since time began a dog defends its owner, soon we will all be defenceless as all the dogs will be gone so will the Dog Wardens, mind you they will be able to claim Redundency and a Pension if entitaled to one from Southwark Borough Council ( YOU ).

I have been wondering not owning a dog, how can a Warden identify the owner of a dog? A dog as far as I know shows no identification showing such as a car number plate. What power has a Warden to ask the owner to give their details as the owner? If he chooses not to answer or even acknowledge that the Warden is speaking to him and just walks on, what could the Warden do? Other than following him for the day until he goes home. Is a dog registered to the owner, who is therefore responcible for it? A dog that might appear to be with that person so charge him? You sometime see a man begging with a dog, do you think for one moment that it would be pratical to give that man a ticket if it was seen breaking the law? He can claim homeless of no fixed address so could never get a prosecution delivered to him. Have you ever heard of a ticket served to the driver of a horse drawn vehicle leaving dung in the road?