Random thoughts

[backontrack]

That was what Mrs Trellis spotted with her new binoculars... she also noted that sparrows prefer breadcrumbs!

I thought they liked large nuts.

 

[ExRes]

I thought they liked large nuts.

Only if they are cockney sparrows

 

[DaleCooper]

I thought they liked large nuts.

The trouble with large nuts is you need a big tool as well.

 

[backontrack]

The trouble with large nuts is you need a big tool as well.

Yeah. It's easier to screw if you've got a big tool.

 

[najaB]

Yeah. It's easier to screw if you've got a big tool.

Though, if you try to force it into a orifice that's too small it can make a mess of things.

 

[backontrack]

Though, if you try to force it into a orifice that's too small it can make a mess of things.

Are you using a nail? If so, then sometimes it's best to resort to banging.

 

[DaleCooper]

Yeah. It's easier to screw if you've got a big tool.

Not entirely true, a small tool can get into places where a big one won't fit.

 

[deltic1989]

Gentlemen it's not about the size of the hammer, its about the nail you're throwing it at.

 

[DaleCooper]

Gentlemen it's not about the size of the hammer, its about the nail you're throwing it at.

I disagree, remember the engineer's maxim; "Don't force it, use a bigger hammer".

 

[Cowley]

I think it's not just about the size of the tool but also the power you use to drive it in.
All these things are important if you want it done properly.

 

[backontrack]

I think it's not just about the size of the tool but also the power you use to drive it in.
All these things are important if you want it done properly.

Yeah. All things considered I think I'm quite good at doing it.

 

[najaB]

Yeah. All things considered I think I'm quite good at doing it.

Yeah, but it's not really your opinion that matters.

 

[DaleCooper]

Yeah. All things considered I think I'm quite good at doing it.

It's all very well when you're practising on your own; it might not be so easy when there's someone else with you.

 

[Cowley]

And of course when you're banging it in it also depends on how hard the wood is.

 

[DaleCooper]

Does anyone still use a gazunda?

 

[Cowley]

Does anyone still use a gazunda

Sometimes if we're camping in and there's no private tree. I've always got the odd bucket in the van somewhere.

 

[DaleCooper]

Sometimes if we're camping in and there's no private tree. I've always got the odd bucket in the van somewhere.

I was thinking more of the proper china type kept under the bed for regular use.

 

[Cowley]

I was thinking more of the proper china type kept under the bed for regular use.

Mmm. I'd be worried about breaking a china one. I'll look into getting one though, I've got a space for one if I got rid of the snow chains that I've never used.

Have you got one then?

 

[DaleCooper]

Mmm. I'd be worried about breaking a china one. I'll look into getting one though, I've got a space for one if I got rid of the snow chains that I've never used.

There's not much use for snow chains in the bedroom unless you're into really extreme S&M. On the other hand it might prove difficult to find a chamber pot that fits the tyres on your van and even if you did I doubt it would improve traction.

Have you got one then?

No, I was just wondering; or was it my mind wandering? I am old enough to remember using one though.

 

[krus_aragon]

Does anyone still use a gazunda?

There were some proper china guzundas in a holiday (farm) house on Bardsey Island when I holidayed there three years ago. My brother made use of one, but I chose to amble to the outhouse in the dark instead.

 

[Cowley]

There were some proper china guzundas in a holiday (farm) house on Bardsey Island when I holidayed there three years ago. My brother made use of one, but I chose to amble to the outhouse in the dark instead.

That sounds very pleasant, I looked the island up last night. Beautiful.

 

[PeterY]

Thought for the day. Why do cyclists (me) measure our rides in miles, yet joggers use Km.:roll::roll:

 

[Cowley]

Thought for the day. Why do cyclists (me) measure our rides in miles, yet joggers use Km.:roll::roll:

Must be because you can go further on a bike.

 

[DaleCooper]

Must be because you can go further on a bike.

Only as far as the handlebars then you fall off.

 

[D365]

Does anyone ever wonder whether members who have contributed regularly to this forum in the past, but no longer choose to do so, have simply lost interest for an extended period of time, or if they have real life commitments that are getting in the way instead?

(This is not for discussing members who have been banned, mind)

 

[Cowley]

Does anyone ever wonder whether members who have contributed regularly to this forum in the past, but no longer choose to do so, have simply lost interest for an extended period of time, or if they have real life commitments that are getting in the way instead?

(This is not for discussing members who have been banned, mind)

Interesting thought. I suppose they could have moved over to other forums and got involved with discussions (arguments in some cases) on there.
I haven't been on here that long compared to many although I lurked around for quite a while before joining.

 

[MaxLikesTrains]

If you walked 500 miles and then 500 more where would you end up?

1000 miles away.

 

[Cowley]

1000 miles away.

Max wins the award for most random post of the day.

 

[DaleCooper]

That reminds me of a bit of useful advice:

Before criticising someone you should "walk a mile in their shoes".

If you do that you're a mile away from them and you have their shoes.

 

[Cowley]

That reminds me of a bit of useful advice:

Before criticising someone you should "walk a mile in their shoes".

If you do that you're a mile away from them and you have their shoes.

You really can't argue with that.
(Yes you can. No you can't)