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25th August 2014, 11:04 PM
#11
Re: Lou
Well what can i say the weather was not the best but the warmth of Vernon,Irene ,Roger Pauline and Richard ,Margaret they are very lovely people .These people made me very welcomed and i would just like to say thank so much for making my visit most enjoyable.This would go down in my memories like my trip to Liverpool were i also met some really lovely people thats what this site is all about comradeship .
Vernon as the Merchant Navy in is blood he is very dedicated to this great site this may sound i am trying to be to (i cannot think of the word )to explain my feelings .
Now Vernon a cracker on the computer,also a very good cook but he cannot play crib thank you
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25th August 2014, 11:31 PM
#12
Re: Lou
Now Lou
You are lucky in gambling I know mate,but did you tell that you are a card shark. Lol
You also nearly had me bring hooked on those scratches,haha.
I actually got Ten Bucks. Again n one of the tickets,so its ff to the News Agent again,fr another two. Lol
Damn!!!!!!!
Lou my friend it was more than a pleasure to have you,and we honestly enjoyed your visit .
Who knows at some stage I may make a trip over there too????
And once again thank you too fr the gifts and your generous contributions when going out etc.
It was just such a pity that we never had better weather,but as you said we cannot control that.
You take care now,and be good I will sit and practice the Cribbage !!!!
Cheers
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26th August 2014, 01:24 AM
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Re: Lou
When i mention that my visit to Vernon and Co i said it would be one of my memories like Liverpool i should have my trip to Southampton and George and Colin is also one i liked .My ambitions is to meet as many people on this site as possible and if anyone ever comes to Dunedin they are most welcomed to my home . The board is very cheap ( bottle of Gin would do )joke
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26th August 2014, 06:00 AM
#14
Re: Lou
Lou you obviously had agrteat time even if you did not get to Kings Cross. good company, good beer and food what more could one ask for. It is good that those of the sea who have never met get a chance such as this, so sorry I missed you at Christmas.
Happy daze John in Oz.
Life is too short to blend in.
John Strange R737787
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26th August 2014, 08:40 AM
#15
Re: Lou
Just had a pm from Lou telling me how much he enjoyed his trip,I was joking with him before he went about having a few pints of John Smiths when he was there anyway he said at the BBQ Roger gave him a can of John Smiths which was most enjoyable.
Regards.
Jim.B.
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26th August 2014, 08:43 AM
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26th August 2014, 09:34 PM
#17
Re: Lou
Yes John i have bunks in the garage no charge
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27th August 2014, 12:08 AM
#18
Re: Lou
Irene and myself would like to again thank Lou for his nice Gifts ,they will be treasured!
You are a good sort Lou mate!
Cheers
DSCN0294.jpg So much meaning in these words Lou!
DSCN0296.jpg A lovely Pen and Pencil set will always think of you when using these!
DSCN0297.jpg Irene will wear this lovely bracelet with fond memories!
Thanks mate!
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27th August 2014, 05:37 AM
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Re: Lou
Originally Posted by
JOHN PRUDEN
lou can I bring the family there is only 40 of us?
jp
Including the Camels and Donkeys ?????
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