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General Discussion Area / Hopefully, now back to normality

« on: 06 May 2016, 23:53:19 »

Hi all,
Today, we hopefully called closure to our family problems, which started with the loss of my mum, then Christine's mum. I have to say, out of all the funerals I have been to, this topped the lot.
Our Crem, now does slide shows during the 'Reflection' period, and my daughter sorted all that. But it was great to have the music (Memory) played whilst the pics were shown.
Chris, unfortunately, but only to be expected, has taken this very very hard, losing her mum, hence having to cancel out meet, and she wants me to convey her deep heart felt thanks to all of you that she knows, and others who on the forum, have sent private messages, or cards, or otherwise, have sent their condolences.
I have cleared the flat, which is now a bare shell, and Chris can't go down there now. Call me a hard bastid, but I'm afraid, after losing my dad, aged 57, 35 years ago, has made me bitter and twisted, as far as religion is concerned. So these last four months have gone over my head, so to speak.
I did ask the funeral director today, if he did season tickets !!!!!!
Sorry to put up a morbid post, but it means closure to me. Life will now go on

107

General Discussion Area / I need answers..

« on: 04 May 2016, 15:02:53 »

After seeing an ad on the tele...I need a question answered. 
If Dettol and Harpic, etc, kill 99% of household germs, are they all killing the same 99%. If not, why don't they pool their resources and and kill the last 1%.
And whilst I am at it.....if you pull the wings off a fly, is it then a walk, and....
Why don't cat food manufacturers make bird or mouse flavoured food.

Just asking, like

108

General Discussion Area / cancelling a BT account

« on: 29 April 2016, 12:06:29 »

Just cancelled a BT account. Not too happy with the initial reception, seemed a bit hostile.
I said 'I would like to close a BT account'. The reply was ..'And why would you want to close an account ?' said in a hostile tone.
I said....'Because the account holder is dead!!!!!!'.
There was a moments silence....Then....'Oh (pause).....I am sorry to hear that'.

I do think that they should show a little more compassion, as the number I rang was the one advertised on their bereavement section.
Pillocks

109

General Car Chat / That's it for another year !

« on: 27 April 2016, 19:43:58 »

I can now finally unclench my buttocks for another year
Omega number three has passed its MOT with flying colours. So, in the last month that's all three through, and no advisories on any of them. Result !!!!!! Even had a non Omega owner trying to get me to part with the 2.5 Estate. No chance !!!!!!
And some of the reasons for that success, and indeed, my being able to keep the cars in top condition, is down to the odd jobs that have been done for me by forum members, or selling me spare parts at favourable prices. My thanks to you all.

Terbs...(Tony)

110

General Discussion Area / Pacemakers

« on: 18 April 2016, 22:14:16 »

A lot of you will have seen the posts regarding Wycombe and our situation.
However, you learn something everyday. We went into the Funeral directors, to book the funeral (which will be after the Wycombe meet, hence the cancelling) and were told mother in law would have to be buried !!!!!
'Why', we asked. 'Because she has a Pacemaker fitted'. 'What difference does that make', we asked. 'They blow up' was the answer !!!!!!!!!!
So, we have to get that removed first, as she wanted a cremation.
Looking on the brighter side, which you have to, when we got home, my son said, 'Can you imagine someone saying...where are your Nan's ashes scattered, to be answered with,  'Over most of Buckinghamshire, actually.'
Just struck us as funny

PS....Chris says a massive thank you for all your kind remarks, fellas. Its most appreciated, and she says sorry she can't face a meeting.

111

General Discussion Area / *Wycombe Meet cancelled*

« on: 18 April 2016, 16:07:08 »

Sorry to double post, as such. Details in meetings section. Trying to ensure no-one has a wasted journey

Tony and Chris

112

Meetings, gatherings, parties etc / *Wycombe meet cancelled*

« on: 18 April 2016, 16:05:27 »

 Unfortunately, due to the death of Christine's mother, I have to cancel the May Day meet this year. I hope you understand.
I hope those with reservations at the Premier Inn in Loudwater will be able to cancel without financial loss.
I will get a date for later in the year so we can hopefully have a meet.
I'll try to pm as many as possible who usually come to make sure there are no wasted journeys, if they don't acknowledge here.
Apologies....Tony and Chris

113

Omega General Help / Creaking....

« on: 16 April 2016, 15:42:05 »

Hi all

My 2.6 2001 Elite Estate creaks like heck every time I go over speed humps, etc. I know the back shock absorbers are supposed to be self levelers, but they are non levelling on there. It creaks at the front too. Is it the shock absorbers or would it be the springs. There can't be a major problem as it passed the MOT with flying colours, and was doing it before.
IMO, it drives ok, using it regularly, its just over humps and bumps
Opinions appreciated

114

General Discussion Area / Money does strange things....

« on: 12 April 2016, 22:59:12 »

You may (or may not) remember me posting quite a while back, that swmbo's cousin died intestate, and swmbo stood to get quite a tidy sum from the estate.
If you remember, although there was no will, he did leave a 'Wish List'. However, as unsigned and undated, this was not a legal document.
Swmbo was named on the wish list, as were 5 other cousins/friends. Also four charities, including Cancer Research.
So....the inheritance is split between all cousins (10). Due to deaths, some of the cousins offspring will receive equal shares of what their dead parent would have received.
This next bit is the bit that gets right up my craw. The solicitor dealing with the case, sent a copy of the 'Wish List' and a letter asking if we would like to follow his wishes and donate some money back to his named charities.
I won't bore you with the legalities of how this is done to reclaim monies from HMRC paid as inheritance tax, But basically, we have received a document to sign, that shows all the beneficiaries, and what they have donated.
All those on the original wish list have all donated monies back, from between £1000 and £8000.
Those who will inherit by default, and did not even know of his existence, ie, children of deceased parents have donated........up to £100, some nothing at all.
Sorry to burden you with this, I need to get my feelings of anger off my chest, as we are talking large five figure sums being paid to each of these tight bastids !!!!!!!!
I am ashamed to be closely related to some (who are already rolling in it)

Rant over

115

General Discussion Area / Busy day planned !

« on: 29 March 2016, 10:27:12 »

Today is our 47th wedding anniversary. I have an exciting day planned. If it stays fine, we shall be on Weymouth beach playing sandcastles, then....the climax of the afternoon...we are going to Cineworld to see...Kung Fu Panda 3. ( We have our 6 yr old Grandaughter staying with us until Thursday )
I am welled up with excitement...not!!!
However, at 6pm we have friends coming to our caravan to babysit, whilst we go to the local pub, The Silent Woman, and have a couple of pints of Stowford Press, and a Fillet Steak. That I am looking forward to

116

General Car Chat / Nice 3.2 Estate Facebook

« on: 27 March 2016, 15:18:54 »

Nice 3.2 Irmscher Estate just flagged up on Vauxhall and Opel Omega appreciation Society on Facebook, seems £1600 will get her.
Does look and read as a really good car

117

Omega Gallery / Scrubbed up

« on: 23 March 2016, 16:30:58 »

Scrubbed up the old gal today. Thought it deserved it. After two weeks in Dorset, it will be back to square one
Looks nice now, though, to impress the locals when we get there.....

118

General Discussion Area / Timber question

« on: 16 March 2016, 14:54:45 »

If you buy treated timber, how far into the wood does the treatment penetrate.
I have bought Wickes 4x4 fence posts, gravel boards, arris rails and featheredge boards. They have to be cut down, so have exposed edges. Will the weather get in where timber has been cut. In the case of the posts, is it best to put cut end in the ground or the non cut end. Same with feather edge, cut end against the gravel board, or the other way up.
TIA 

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General Car Chat / Number two through !!

« on: 14 March 2016, 19:40:11 »

Happy days.....that's Omega number two through the MOT, no advisories.
One more to go but that is not until April.

Look after the car, and it will look after you

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Meetings, gatherings, parties etc / High Wycombe May Day 2016

« on: 09 March 2016, 16:02:56 »

Hi all

The High Wycombe May Day meet will take place on Monday May 2nd Bank Holiday.

The venue is as usual... Community Centre, Rose Avenue, Hazlemere, High Wycombe, Bucks, HP15 7UB

Usual format...there will be hot and cold rolls, salads rolls, etc. Tea and coffee, soft drinks, wine, beer lager etc.
chocolate, crisps, etc. Charges for food and tea and coffee, by donation. Bar prices for soft and alcoholic drinks.
Usual use of the lounge, etc.
Everybody welcome......even if you no longer have an Omega, but you will be screened off
Hopefully one or two Tech 2's will be available. Work can be carried out, but no oil spills, please. Probably be ramps, trolley jacks, axle stands sockets, spanners, etc, available as usual. And a wealth of knowledge !
Now pray for fine weather, although if it is wet, seating inside for chatting
Watch this space for any further updates.