I slept from 9 until 1.
Then a combination of bright sunshine through a chink in the curtains and bulldog restlessness woke me up, forcing me to take the dogs into the garden.
I spoke to Heulwen and Derek , Wendy and Mr B all enjoying the sun in the Lane
I could tell Mr B was reading the words on my T shirt.
It was a Christmas gift from my nephew
Film director Paul Greengrass, Vanessa Redgrave and bloody Tony Blair amongst the recipients.
For those who scoured the list of awardees, you may of overlooked one name Tim Walkden Williams who as it turns out is my brother in law.
He is now an M.B.E !
How good is that ?
Back to bed xx
Wow you old name dropper you. I must say I am seriously impressed. Well done to Timothy and a Happy New Year to you John. x
ReplyDeleteWe are all very proud
DeleteCongratulations to your Brother in law-thought I recognised him-possibly on a previous photo of yours-that is a great t shirt from your Nephew-spot on-And you never guess what but a couple of years ago I called across a hillside to another dog walker that even though my lily was muzzled it was only to stop her eating poo-she walked up to me with her 2 and we chatted-After parting I searched my brain as I thought her familiar-I then was pleased to realise it was Vannesa Redgrave and she was Lovely x
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year old lad, must be nice to rub shoulders with t' rich n famous.
ReplyDeleteI hope he goes to the palace
DeleteWhen you read of someone being awarded an MBE for opening a clothes shop and organising a car rally it makes you realise just why so many people turn down the awards.
ReplyDeleteDo not assume anything. It is very sad that you cannot be happy for other people's success. Something wanting in you maybe!
DeleteTim organised a car show that brought thousands of people to a town centre that was failing. The car show grew each year, shutting down the roads and boosting every small buisbess in the town. He was also responsible for two of the most popular bespoke shops in town, for supporting every other buisness by being an active member of the buisness association for decades and for helping run the towns flower show which also transformed the morale and buisness successes of the town and which earned my sister a British Empire medal.
DeleteI hope this counters the snide comment which is aimed at me.
Anon
You are a sad excuse of a human being for being so cheaply snide, once again you show your true colors
I detest you
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ReplyDeleteWhat a nice tradition of recognizing people for accomplishments and contributions to their community. The classic car shows not only provide a community event, they are often a major charity fundraiser, making a difference for members of the community.
ReplyDeleteI like the New Years honours as the ordinary nominees are nominated by the community from which they live.
DeleteI guess there is always some nepotism between govt and some aware recipients
Love the T-shirt! How nice it is that people are getting awarded for actually achieving something, rather than knowing someone. Congratulations to BIL Timothy. Will you have to tug your forelock when you meet him? lol xx
ReplyDeleteI will pass on your congratulations x
DeleteWow. Congrats to your brother-in-law and to you for having such esteemed relations. Also, congrats on having a nephew who would buy you such a great T-shirt.
ReplyDeleteHe was tickled pink
DeleteThat sounds exciting! Congrats to him!
ReplyDeleteWell done to your brother in law John. Nice to hear of lovely things happening for ordinary people. Well deservedx
ReplyDeleteYes , some nice news
DeleteWell, how about that! Congratulations to your BIL and to you, by extension. :)
ReplyDeleteYour nephew did well in choosing such a splendid tee shirt.
You've inspired me by your comment of 'starting the year as you mean to go on.' For me, that will mean more sewing time and, sadly, no trips to London.
Hugs!
I cannot believe that that bloody BLAIR is to be knighted; maybe HM will take his head off with the sword!
ReplyDeleteSeveral people refuse their award for various reasons, believing that they don't justify such an award is one reason. For instance an actor who says they are just doing their job and that awards should go to those who actually did worthwhile things. Some have refused the British Empire award as "Empire" is an outdated term that smacks of slavery.
DeleteLiz, many people receive their awards for acts that they do not make public. Sometimes you don't see the bigger picture.
DeleteThe Empire is long gone, having abolished slavery along the way.
Now, now, Cro. Far be it from me to offer any view on British politics. Not least because I don't have one. However, you appear to be falling into the same trap with Blair as a lot of people did, and do, with Thatcher. Both had their merits - of that there is no doubt.
DeleteAs it happens, oh the coincidence, I watched "The Queen" (with Helen Mirren) only yesterday. It largely revolves around Philip's little cabbage (chou) and her Prime Minister at the time of the death of the People's Princess. No need to groan, Cro. I know your views on Diana. Remember, she was human too. Anyway, one thing the film reminded me of was how Blair so perfectly gauged the public mood; admittedly, ably assisted by Alastair Campbell - my god if ever you want a PR genius (arch manipulator) on your team do look no further. Essentially Blair helped the Queen out of a hole she hadn't dug herself just sat in.
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The awards are a recognition of a force for good.
DeleteRefusing one , with Grace , is up to the recipient
Receiving one in my view is a great honour for you are nominated by people in your own community
My late Father-in-Law received his gong for hard work, less than generous salary, and having to deal with the likes of Stalin. He was never responsible for the deaths of millions; as was Blair. It makes a mockery of it all.
DeleteI just hope he gets his hair cut for the ceremony.
ReplyDeleteWho? John's brother in law? I think his hair looks nice and suits him very well.
DeleteI agree with you, Linda; the freshly baked MBE's hair is most stylish! A very attractive man with a wonderful smile. Must be someone who enjoys life.
DeleteU
He does, he’s always been a bit of mick jagger character even well into his 70 s
DeleteHe’s worked incredibly hard for his community too and done it selflessly
I wish I had hair like that.
DeleteI like a man with dreadlocks x
DeleteI wish I had more hair
DeleteI wear clip on John-I do recommend it-it's quite lovely x
Deleteflis: I’ve thought of that myself, but one needs something to clip it on to. Maybe velcro?
DeleteCongratulations to your BIL. Well done and well deserved. Great T-shirt, your nephew chooses well.
ReplyDeleteHe was tickled pink by buying his first “ gay” t shirt
DeleteThat is wonderful news about your b-in-law, I enjoyed reading what you wrote about him also. How exciting. A very deserving person.
ReplyDeleteIt's lovely when a friend or relative is rewarded in this way. My next-door neighbour of 20 or so years ago was given an MBE for her considerable, and very individual efforts, in her scientific specialism. She was dead chuffed!
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year John and thanks for sharing the news about your BIL's MBE. I always appreciate hearing something positive. Arilx
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to your brother in law a well deserved
ReplyDeleterecognition for making a difference in peoples lives and community well done !!!
I understand that you also have letters after your name... You are both an R.O.T. and an F.U.M.F. The first one means Resident Of Trelawnyd but I am not explaining the second one.
ReplyDeleteI do indeed have letters after my name
DeleteRMN
RGN
How marvellous that your BIL has been remembered for his contributions to community. I bet he's dead chuffed! It's nice when ordinary people are remembered for actually doing something worthwhile. Congrats to him. And I must say Congrats to your nephew... that T shirt is brilliant.
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Wow! That's amazing! To say you even KNOW an MBE, much less are related to one, is pretty remarkable.
ReplyDeleteI was happy about Joanna Lumley and Vanessa Redgrave. Tony Blair, not so much, although I do believe George W. Bush and Dick Cheney are largely to blame for arm-twisting him into the Iraq war.
That T-shirt is super! Clever nephew! And your BIL's MBE is a perfect example of why Honours should not be abolished. What a huge contributor to his community he's made - helping keep a village vibrant is an amazing achievement. "anon" clearly needs to get some therapy - and in the meantime keep their vitriol to themselves.
ReplyDeleteThere’s been too much criticism here. At the moment , not so much with me ( that’s par for the course) but for each others’ comments. That upsetting and sad
DeleteCongratulations to your brother in law, it's good to see an award going to someone who truly deserves it.
DeleteRegarding the criticism for others' comments it's very noticeable there is one named commenter who leaves several comments on every post and who is quick to criticise others. Perhaps there would be less unwanted comments if they weren't goaded by the prolific commenter.
I saw that someone admiring your BIL's hair was criticised by that prolific commenter which of course prompted a critical reply. (comments now deleted)
Reading the comments on a blog is enjoyable until you get someone spoiling it for everybody. Hats off to you for writing a blog and coping with the comments!
Happy New Year, we'll all hope for a better year.
I too like his hair(sexy beast)-but maybe some ladies prefer a man with short back and sides-I like an affro such as Madonna's new beau myself x
DeleteJean's comment referred to you flis - you are the prolific commenter who is a nuisance on this lovely blog. Take the hint and limit yourself to one comment per post and without criticising others.
DeleteOnly one?-whenever John chooses he can physically remove me if I am a nuisance or goading people-also I don't know how to remove myself when I appear to have annoyed anyone Thelma x
Delete“ thelma”
DeleteI shall decide who comments here no one else
From now on there will be no PERSONAL attacks allowed from one blogger to another.
They will be simply deleted
If you disagree with someone, please challenge them politely
If you still don’t agree with them , then DONT READ THEIR COMMENT
This is MY play pen
No one else’s
If I don’t agree with something someone says I am big enough and ugly enough to cope with it .
Sill anonymous comments , I never read Anyhow
I hope that this makes things clear
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DeleteUnderstood x
DeleteSusan I have just said people need to be polite
DeleteThat includes u
Congratulations to your brother in law! A wonderful acknowledgement of his hard work helping his local community.
ReplyDeleteWell done to your brother in law. I think that awards should be going to people like him that do good in the communities, rather than sports stars and actors. Your whole family must be proud.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to Timothy. It is people like him who should be getting awards, not the ones who get them for acting and charity work ( well maybe charity work is a good thing, but acting is just another job!). His hair is beautiful!
ReplyDeleteDidn't one of your sisters receive an MBE? Is this her husband or the other sister's husband? Pretty soon the whole family will have awards!
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