Committee

 


The Trelawnyd Community Association Memorial Hall sub committee ( you try saying that after a large gin)  is an eclectic group of village folk, intent on keeping our hall open and functioning in this expensive , post covid, financially compromised world 

In addition to the 2 usual Caucasian retired men ( every committee has them and they no doubt bring with them vital experience and know how) we have 2 bright working mums, an lady entrepreneur with a Joan Rivers sense of humour. A gentle hearted farmer, the glamorous velvet voiced Linda and her flared pants , and me and Bunty supporting and being the village gay population. 

I know it sound like a film cast but it kinda works. The main group is an eclectic mix too, a cheerful Welsh    Mom, an ex police inspector with a shrewd eye, an all rounder book illustrator, I could go on.

Last night we sorted out another list of ideas to raise funds for the hall , old Men’s Yoga, a casino night, film nights, bingo, more table top sales, a fashion show, a bespoke choir concert, badminton, history lectures and a grand Christmas food festival !!! And a even a 🌈 pride night out next year ( Bunty asked me if I was out at work for that one) 

Today I’m getting ready for my few days in Venice starting tomorrow
I suspect the hat will be left at home 





 

100 comments:

  1. Traveller9:27 am

    Oh gawd! I am afraid it looks worse on. What about a nice stylish Panama?

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  2. Why 'old men's Tai Chi' .. is it only the boys that are interested? Or will there also be an 'old gals Tai Chi' at some future date? There are some great ideas there.

    You HAVE to take the hat to Venice, if only so that your friend can nonchalantly whip it off your head and throw it into the canal after a few too many G&Ts. To watch it float away would be wonderful. ;-)

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  3. It's not sooo bad. It might come in handy for dog walking, but would you want to meet your floppy haired jogger while wearing it?

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  4. Anonymous10:08 am

    I think your hat is kinda cute! Maybe take it with you and look for something a bit more stylish in Venice. Have yourself a wonderful few days off with your friend. Take lots of photos for us please. GG

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  5. Cute hat. Great for gardening and the village. Maybe not so much for Venice. I admire your involvement in the village. I was never good at committees. They require a type of patience I don’t think I possess.

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  6. Yellow Shoes10:17 am

    Came across a simple fundraiser at a fete recently. Bottle of whiskey placed on the ground at a fixed distance from a chalked line.
    Contestants had to throw a pound at it, the nearest pound won the whiskey.
    The game went on for about an hour with people having second goes.
    After the price of the whiskey was deducted they made about £30.
    I liked the ease of preparation.

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  7. I can picture the film! Who would play you? I like the hat. Don't be put off by the naysayers. It's small and squishy enough to stuff in your luggage. You'll be glad of it, if it's too hot. And if you really decide you don't like it when you're there, pass it on to someone who looks like they're going to melt! Enjoy Venice. xx

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  8. Wise move with the hat. Splurge on a Panama for the British abroad look rather than a bucket hat for the British lager lout look x

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  9. Anonymous11:14 am

    How about Ciaran Hinds’ hat in The Man in the Hat?
    Bonnie in Minneapolis

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  10. weaver11:26 am

    My favourite place! Lucky you. Have a (very expensive) coffee for me in Florians. Not long before La Fenice Opera House there burnt down my first husband and I saw The Shanghai Opera there - wonderful experience. The farmer and I went but it was not for him - the whole time we were there the duck-boards were out. So fingers crossed for good weather. Shall be thinking of you.

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    1. I will raise a glass in your honour pat

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  11. John, I love reading your descriptions of the "town folk" where you live! They seem like charming characters to me. I agree with Mitchell, committees can be challenging; I've been on them and found that I do not have the patience. Too many singular agendas, some formidable personalities, some bullies - the entire scope of archetypes show up at these things.

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  12. Hahahaha, your committee membership DOES sound like the cast of a quirky independent British film! Great analogy!

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    1. Perhaps I should make a film instead of writing the book

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  13. I rather like you in your new holiday hat John - If you see one there that takes your fancy - ka sera sera x👒

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  14. Yellow Shoes comment reminded me of - wrapped bottles on a table - several years ago it was £1 a try - so price increase - " Wine or Water "x🍷

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    1. I think I will still with the Pune coins thrown at the whiskey

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  15. Your village sounds like a great place to live. Have fun in Venice!

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  16. Anonymous11:55 am

    Please take the hat - sunburn isn't cute either, and you can always keep looking out for a better one while protecting your skin with this one!

    Ceci

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  17. The fashion show during Pride Week next year, will be famous, you can wear the hat.

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  18. There are some great fundraiser ideas. Yeah, ditch the hat. An American style baseball cap never goes wrong, even if the sun protection is minimal. Of course you could look at Lance Hattatt and his stylish hats.

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  19. Definitely the hat at home:)

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  20. Yorkshire Liz12:22 pm

    Posing in the hat looks a bit scary! Boris Johnson in disguise, perhaps? Have a magical time in Venice, with or without the hat!

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  21. Take the hat John, looks like very hot sunny weather for the next few days. You don’t want sunstroke! xx GG

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  22. Have a lovely time in Venice.

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  23. Mary D.12:45 pm

    I think that hat would be too warm. Maybe get something lighter,to let some air circulate! Hope you have a great time

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  24. Take the hat! You don't want sunstroke. X

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  25. Please wear some type of hat for protection - perhaps you'll find the perfect one (woven natural straw is always best and looks elegant for the city or country) - that Venetian sun can be dangerous reflecting off all that water! Even the gondoliers wear them.
    Have a fabulous visit - Venice is so amazing.
    Mary -

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  26. Hope your trip to Venice is fabulous and you find the perfect hat there! :)

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  27. Oh, John! There's nothing wrong with that hat except that in Venice it would scream "TOURIST" but everyone's going to know you're a tourist anyway.
    Bingo sounds like a good fundraiser. I mean, the Catholic church seems to have done quite well with it.

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  28. Barbara anne1:56 pm

    I vote for Tai Chi, for men and women, too, as it's more gentle that yoga.
    As for the hat, take it or leave it, but seems to me it packs flat, so why not take it?
    May there not be a fretful moment on your entire trip!

    Hugs!

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    1. I don’t know why I wrote tai chi cos the event is yoga for old men

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  29. The hat brings Inspector Gadget to mind. It made me laugh. There must be a better holiday hat. Your hardworking committee has a big job ahead and plans are important. Good work.

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    1. I’ve got a baseball hat that will suffice

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  30. Diane2:26 pm

    Definitely leave the hat find a more stylish style x

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  31. Anonymous2:34 pm

    I think the hat looks fabulous
    John x

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  34. Don't forget the sunscreen. 🧴
    Have a marvelous time in Venice!

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  35. take your hat. it will protect your head. Didn't think you took any notice of others ! Common sense.I have 2 of them that I sewed myself.

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  36. Anonymous3:16 pm

    Other, more elegant hats are available...Bel Ami

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  37. John! Take the hat, you can roll it up and tuck it in your suitcase, might come in handy. Safe travels.

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  38. You could buy a Venetian mask when you get there John and wear it whilst lounging on a gondola whilst winking suggestively at the gondolier x🎏🚣🎭

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  39. That sounds a really good committee!
    Take the hat!!..and buy one there that you consider suitable

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  40. Take the hat!!!!!!! A sunburned scalp will put a damper on the trip. You can chuck it if you find something better.

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  41. Agree with others, take the hat!!!

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  42. Very fetching you look deeply mysterious.

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    1. I’ve always wanted to look mysterious

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  43. You look like Inspector Clouseau in the photo- take the hat!

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  44. You're reminding me of the next door neighbour in the US sit com Home Improvement. All we ever saw of him was a hat and a forehead.

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  45. Anonymous8:39 pm

    you've deleted some of the comments (2 that I saw) that said the hat is horrible but haven't included those in the count

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  46. Take the hat, it looks sweet on you 😁
    Jo

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  47. Pin it up on one side or both with a pin or the front or back. Perhaps a small scarf under the pin or around the hat band or feather.

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  48. Buongiornio, signore!

    Please don't swim in the canals.

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  49. Anonymous12:30 am

    I like the hat. I have 1 like it. The downside is on a warm day, it is hot to wear, sweat soaks the hat and drips off the brim.

    Here in WV,USA we have cow patty bingo. always a big hit at county fairs. Big money maker.
    You devide a field into numbered 3 foot or 1 meter squares, sell squares for $5.00 or so.
    Then turn a old calm cow loose in field. Where ever she craps is the winning square. Runner up is a washout, no explanation nessary for that.

    Always a big hit, the spectaters go wild yelling encouragement to the cow from the sidelines. Split decisions are based on weight of product in squares.

    can be done on smaller scale with a chicken.

    ron

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  50. https://i.pinimg.com/originals/f2/2b/fe/f22bfe477b6024a4f26e9deb22e63f30.jpg

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  51. Looking for a cheap and really authentic restaurant in Venice? Try the 'Food and Art Café' in Giudecca. It comes recommended by Rick Stein.

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  52. I am not going to comment on the hat, I am on the fence, but hope you have an amazing trip and looking forward to photos.

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  53. I realize I'm weighing in late here, so it probably won't matter anyway, but I say take the hat! Why do people respond negatively to it? I think it's perfectly fine and as others have said, it will keep the sun off, which is the main thing.

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