LaurieS Posted July 11, 2021 Share Posted July 11, 2021 (edited) 42 minutes ago, Vince1159 said: I don't see it like that if it wasn't for people like him the same as the Wright Brothers/Henry Ford or anyone else willing to take a risk we'd still be using ponies or horses to go shopping let alone going on holiday to another country...Don't forget about Isambard Kingdom Brunel if it hadn't been for him with Steam Ships Great Britain/Western and Eastern travelling by sea would be a lot different as well.... Agreed Vince but it was many moons ago that the human race pierced space, They did it for exploration. Now been to Mars. He has missed the boat or perhaps space ship. About 3 organisation are doing the Branson thing. But what for. They go up they come down. Another load of the Earth's resources wasted. Best with climate change to get our house in order. Also to look after the poor people in the world. How many projects in these poor egions could be realised with the money spent on theses frivolous go no where schemes. That would make me happy. Laurie a not convinced Vince. Edited July 11, 2021 by LaurieS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vince1159 Posted July 11, 2021 Share Posted July 11, 2021 1 hour ago, LaurieS said: He has missed the boat or perhaps space ship. Ok look how much diving has developed since WWII from people attached to airlines to Jacques Cousteau and then to finding the Titanic in 1985 and on with todays remote controlled robots basically it's due to the divers 70+ years ago risking their lives that technology has developed to the point it is now...Alright he has the money but it's the explorer attitude like Shackleton and countless others that drive them forward... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaurieS Posted July 11, 2021 Share Posted July 11, 2021 1 minute ago, Vince1159 said: Ok look how much diving has developed since WWII from people attached to airlines to Jacques Cousteau and then to finding the Titanic in 1985 and on with todays remote controlled robots basically it's due to the divers 70+ years ago risking their lives that technology has developed to the point it is now...Alright he has the money but it's the explorer attitude like Shackleton and countless others that drive them forward... Agree Vince all those things supplie us with important information about the Earth we live in. Information which has an impact. Branson thing what does that do. Make him more money. But give nothing in return other than fantasy flights given to millionaires for loads of dosh. Cannot think of any help Branson thing gives to humanity. I like to think if all the money spent on this project. All the money millionaires will spend flying to "near" outer space To be used for those those children with hair lips dirty water & such like. On education on health. All to those poor nations in Africa. To educate them & show them how to become self sufficient & run their countries. Look after themselves. That is what would make me happy Much better than a few rich indulging themselves to tell their friends where they had been for a joy ride into approx. space. Laurie That would make me happy. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vince1159 Posted July 11, 2021 Share Posted July 11, 2021 We both have different views Laurie so we'll leave it at that.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaurieS Posted July 11, 2021 Share Posted July 11, 2021 33 minutes ago, Vince1159 said: We both have different views Laurie so we'll leave it at that.... Yes you are right Vince & there is nothing wrong with that what so ever. People are reluctant to share their views & that is sad as it is most important to air what they thin. Otherwise resentment boils when they get soemething which is the opposite to that which they wished If views were not given then progress in matters comes to a standstill. I have no fear of saying what I think but I do not like the aggressiveness which is some times generated by some to persuade you to their way of thinking. Kind regards Laurie 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mick4350 Posted July 12, 2021 Share Posted July 12, 2021 Socks that stay up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaurieS Posted July 12, 2021 Share Posted July 12, 2021 3 hours ago, Mick4350 said: Socks that stay up. Sellotape perhaps 🥺🤣 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Des Posted July 12, 2021 Share Posted July 12, 2021 4 hours ago, Mick4350 said: Socks that stay up. Or for the diabetic lifestyle - socks that fall down - any hint of elastic marking my ankle and SWMBO bins them even if there aren't any holes in them yet !!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bentwaters81tfw Posted July 12, 2021 Share Posted July 12, 2021 There is a company called Gentle Grip. They don't fall down, and they don't cut in. Brilliant! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaurieS Posted July 12, 2021 Share Posted July 12, 2021 20 minutes ago, bentwaters81tfw said: There is a company called Gentle Grip. They don't fall down, and they don't cut in. Brilliant! Definitely solved that problem. Do not wear socks March to November. Then I wear bed socks & wellington boots November to March Laurie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bullbasket Posted July 12, 2021 Share Posted July 12, 2021 1 hour ago, LaurieS said: Then I wear bed socks & wellington boots November to March In Bed?? 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bentwaters81tfw Posted July 12, 2021 Share Posted July 12, 2021 Yes, he's been living on that island too long. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaurieS Posted July 12, 2021 Share Posted July 12, 2021 Actually I only wear the wellies on a Spring Tide. Pauline will not let me into bed with wellies on has to be slippers. 😊 Lauire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black Knight Posted July 13, 2021 Share Posted July 13, 2021 This sort of news story makes me happy https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-somerset-57808517 Beavers have a new kit 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bentwaters81tfw Posted July 13, 2021 Share Posted July 13, 2021 Can't beat a nice beaver 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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LaurieS Posted July 13, 2021 Share Posted July 13, 2021 This by Winston Spencer Churchill. Not just for Britain & the Islands & Commonwealth but for the whole world. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bertie McBoatface Posted July 24, 2021 Share Posted July 24, 2021 (edited) A notification is always nice. 🔔 Edited July 24, 2021 by Bertie Psmith typo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaurieS Posted July 24, 2021 Share Posted July 24, 2021 27 minutes ago, Bertie Psmith said: A notification is always nice. 🔔 What of Bertie----Marriage Laurie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bertie McBoatface Posted July 24, 2021 Share Posted July 24, 2021 15 minutes ago, LaurieS said: What of Bertie----Marriage Laurie Oh Laurie, that's a cruel and callous word if it involves the female of the species. However, the perfect marriage of two fuselage halves always makes me happy. It's a definite milestone in a build. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bertie McBoatface Posted July 24, 2021 Share Posted July 24, 2021 Hannants Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaurieS Posted July 24, 2021 Share Posted July 24, 2021 12 minutes ago, Bertie Psmith said: Hannants My Bank Manager has forbidden me to visits Hannants (ie Her in Doors. As you said Bertie it involves the female of the species) LAurie 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bertie McBoatface Posted July 24, 2021 Share Posted July 24, 2021 22 minutes ago, LaurieS said: My Bank Manager has forbidden me to visits Hannants (ie Her in Doors. As you said Bertie it involves the female of the species) LAurie However, the perfect marriage of two fuselage halves always makes me happy. It's a definite milestone in a build. As opposed to a millstone around one's sad and sorry male neck? (Disclaimer: I refer only to my dear ex-wife, this isn't a general misogynistic attack.) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Des Posted July 24, 2021 Share Posted July 24, 2021 Two of our teenage granddaughters are visiting for the weekend and were out up in the town with my wife earlier and brought me back a 100g bag of Clove Rock. Have not had any for years and this was the real thing and heavy on the cloves , right gum and inside of my cheek were quite numb afterwards , quite took me back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whofan Posted July 24, 2021 Share Posted July 24, 2021 A 17 - 22 scoreline. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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