[Romantic Old Bird]

Morning all!

Talking of ScotlanD, this is where my sister has lived for the last 23 years.......
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THE WEATHER CAN BE PRETTY MISERABLE ON OCCASION, BUT MOSTLY IT'S BEAUTIFUL, WHITE BEACHES WARMED BY THE GULF STREAM. LAST TIME I WENT MY NEICES WERE BATHING IN THE SEA AT THIS TIME OF YEAR, THE SUN WAS WARM, AND WE HAD THE WHOLE BEACH TO OURSELVES................

[Kaz]

Your sister's a very lucky lady, ROB.

OH and I have spent many a happy holiday HERE - a very small island 15 miles south of Mull.

On one such holiday in May, when the temperature hit 25 degrees most of the time, I came back to work with the most fantastic tan that everyone thought I'd been abroad!

This is my most favourite beach - Kiloran Bay. Stunning.



I'd love to be there
Beside the sea so clear
But my mission for Boris
Means I have to be HERE!

[kaphc]

That looks like a really lovely place Kaz!

What a stunning photo.

[splodge0]

First posthumous posting from Admiral Splodge

First off the startline on the Round Britain Challenge.

[Boris]

d love to be there
Beside the sea so clear
But my mission for Boris
Means I have to be HERE!

(We could always do a runner Kaz, like Sticks suggested...and put everyone out of their misery AND have a good hol to boot !)
Attennnnnnnnnnntion

[Kaz]

Hi Boris.

That sounds like a very tempting idea . . . . .

. . . . . but I can't desert my faithful troops now, I'm afraid. Especially Sergeant Splodge who, as we speak, is trudging his weary way back from Scotland.

Despite rumours of his demise, I can confirm that he is alive and well (if a little frostbitten!!) and hopefully will be back to join us very soon. I'm sure a few shots of whisky will warm him up.

[Boris]

I'm sure a few shots of whisky will warm him up.

Think he had a few of those last night....but don't tell him I told you , he might be cross


By the look of the posts he is 'all at sea' now so he won't kow what we are up to !

Attennnnnntion

[Boris]

First off the startline on the Round Britain Challenge.

Which one is you on that gallant vessel , Admiral Splodge ?......

And just when did you change service and get promotion ? I don't remeber seeing it on any of the orders that came through.

I certainly haven't sanctioned it


Walking the plank sounds like a suitable punishment....what do you say Captain Kaz ???


Attennnnnnnnnnnnion

[Kaz]

Posted by Boris
Think he had a few of those last night....but don't tell him I told you , he might be cross

OK, Boris - my lips are sealed!

I think poor Splodge has suffered enough for one week, don't you? I'll leave the 'walking the plank' punishment in reserve just now, if that's all right with you.

He seems to be suffering from hallucinations just now, caused by the cold up in Scotland, and imagining that he's on board the Victory. Similar to the ones Sticks has been having where he thinks he's Tom Cruise. Plenty of rest and a stiff drink or two and he'll soon be back to normal . . . . won't you Splodge?

[James]

My grandmother came from a village called Achiltibuie in Wester Ross. I haven't been there for a while but there are some white sandy beaches like this one at Achnahaird:



more beaches

Also there is a group of islands called the Summer Isles, named because of the hot summer weather that Kaz and ROB mentioned. Only one of the islands is inhabited.



Beautiful place.

[splodge0]

Originally posted by splodge0
First posthumous posting from Admiral Splodge

A voice wafts from the clouds............. "He meant no harm............. wooooooooooo!!!!"

[Sticks]

If we are into islands, then I would like to mention that this one



Is quite good. Lundy Island sits at the border of the Bristol Channel and the Atlantic Ocean, 11 miles off of the North Devon coast. It was declared Britain's first Marine Nature reserve in 1986. It is owned by the National Trust and run by the Landmark Trust. Lundy is 3 miles long by half a mile wide.

When I used to stay there, I stayed at Old Light Cottage.



Situated in the compund of the Old Light.



Situated on the top of the Highest Hill.

This meant the light was virtually useless, as it was mostly shrouded in fog and clouds. The locals warned that this would happen, but were ignored.

[Boris]

The locals warned that this would happen, but were ignored.

REALLY !!!!


BTW , if we are all talking about islands, I always wanted to visit the one where 'The Famous Five' had adventures.

Any one know where to find it ????


And WHO is on the 'night shift' ?

Attennnnnnnnnnnnnnnnntion ...stand at EASE !

[rachb]

don't know where that island is Boris but I'm on the night shift

[Boris]

Well DOne rachb !

( and well spotted for seeing LEE on TV...shows just how alert you are)


..Stand Easy now !

[rachb]

Originally posted by Boris
Well DOne rachb !

( and well spotted for seeing LEE on TV...shows just how alert you are)


..Stand Easy now !

I've spent most of the time looking for Lee instead of watching the singers Boris

[sweetlittlesara]

BTW , if we are all talking about islands, I always wanted to visit the one where 'The Famous Five' had adventures

Ooooh i would love to find that island. Those adventures were just amazing, I used to really like George and HATED Anne (I hope Im remembering them right). Ooo and Timmy the dog! I think i read almost all of them, i got obsessed and wouldnt stop reading. I went onto the secret seven but i never liked them as much... ahhh memories ...

[splodge0]

......... even though just but a spectre now, the lonely Admiral has not forgotten the quest that shall ensure that Boris shall not be the last to post.

The recruiting goes on.................






























Known to his fellow angels as Rupert.......

[peachy]

Oh dear Splodge, that last picture of you as the angel Rupert, on patrol did make me laugh. This thread is totally mad, but I love it.

[Sticks]

Originally posted by Sticks
Ginger bought it a couple of days ago, we suspect mechanical failure. He ejected, but so far he is still MIA.

I regret to announce that the body of Flight Officer Ginger was recovered by airforce guys this afternoon. Details are being witheld until his family have been informed.

Flight Officer Ginger was a first class pilot and officer. He was always going above and beyond the call of duty. He will leave a large hole in our unit. The guys are holding a memorial tonight.

I have not asked them about airforce cover tonight, and have granted them one nights compassionate leave.

I have arranged through naval contacts cover from our colleages in the Navy.

If required they are equipped with Tommer hawk cruise missiles




Goodluck with the continuing mission and in the words of the late Sergeant Esterhouse

Lets Be Careful out There

[Kaz]

Many thanks for holding the fort tonight, Lance Corporal Rachb - promotion could well be on the horizon for you.

Sticks - I think you've finally lost the plot, old chum!

Splodge, oh Splodge - where have you gone
You've vanished from sight, but the thread goes on
Does anyone know a reincarnation spell
To bring him back . . . . then all will be well.

[rachb]

Its been an honour keeping an eye on things for you Captain Kaz

[Boris]

Known to his fellow angels as Rupert.......

I wonderedn what you looked like Sergeant Splodge....and now I know ....


Hhhmmmmmmmmmmm!

Attention -

Guard duty almost over

[Boris]

Our Splodge has run away,
He's AWOL,did you know?
He walked away and left us,
Wherever did he go?
He says he's with the angels,
We know that he is NOT,
We rather think,
That where he is,
Is somewhere VERy hot !!


Come Back all is forgiven !

[Kaz]

Standing to attention, Boris!

It's amazing how people never look the way you imagine them to, isn't it?

Don't you fret
I'm here, you see
The last one to post
Not you . . . but ME!