Gaz117

In that case I'd like a brand new 57footer that will never ever breakdown-

Damn- I can't think of anything I need- only a couple of bungee toggles

Tj- you mentioned changing the stove- Have you got an idea of the fitting costs- it may be more than the fire cost- especially if you have a double flue fitted or if the current fittings wont fit the new stove. I remember someone recently struggling to find somone to fit one around Shardlow. It might be worth checking it out- so at least you're aware. You mentioned Morso- good choice, but there are other makes. Villagers seem quite popular

I noticed this week at Stretton (T&M) someone had dumped a battery in the ditch by the towpath- there isn't any road access- it has to be a boater- Shame on them

It does indeed...........

Can I have a 50p bet that I've sussed which boat you're looking at -so many clues-don't worry I wont tell

Where are you having it surveyed- TJ-can it be done at the same time / place- it'll save one set of dry dock / lifting out fees

Stir fry- quick easy healthy and as flavoursome as you make it

Just reminded me of a Christmas memory- My dad always had a drop of whiskey in his last cup of tea at Christmas time- I also remember a tot of rum or brandy in coffee, but can't remember if that was at Christmas as well- Gosh that was a few years ago. He also used to buy a pack of cigars at Christmas and would dip the mouth end in a brandy before lighting (don't try dipping the other end). As an adult- we shared this experience over a few Christmasses- before I gave up smoking

Mention Trading Standards- Loudly in store. I have given up ringing 3- I always end up stressed, angry, headache and no better off than before the call. On one call, to discuss options after my iphone 4s contract ended- I was so annoyed with the bloke- who wouldnt discuss options beyond the iphone 5 and when he kept repeating "I know this is the best option for you"- well........ -It wasn't!! On a really positive note, I dared to venture in the store in Burton and the young guy was so helpful- and reccomended a full sim only monthly contract - all you can eat data and using my own iphone 4s, which I had just completed the contract on- that was £13 a month cheaper and not one person on the phone mentioned it