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    Large (dutch Barge?) On Broads

    in Broads Chat

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    2 hours ago, Bernard said:

    I met this on the Ant, had no trouble passing on one of the narrower sections, was lovely to see, seemed to be making good headway so the only people I can see it annoying are those that the speed limits don't seem to apply to.

    And the rag ‘n sticks that need more room anyway…….

    My Day

    in The Broadscot Lounge

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    6 minutes ago, addicted said:

     Thank you and I wish  the same for you. Glad to know you are perky enough to whizz around. When I had a hip replacement 3 years ago I just couldn't get the hang of crutches  and was glad to be on a stick after about 10 days.

     

    Carole

    I had both hips replaced 15 and 16 years ago and came out of hospital both times with sticks so I was somewhat surprised to have crutches this time around. (I see the physio again next week and will quiz him as to why the difference.) In fact, I’ll be honest now and say that I am using one crutch and one stick temporarily while my husband mends the second stick that I have managed to break! :facepalm:

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    My Day

    in The Broadscot Lounge

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    44 minutes ago, addicted said:

    I came home last night luckily  It's amazing how quickly they can get these things done these days. I'm so glad to be home. It was a very full on day with lots of drama although the 'op itself was fine once they decided that my b.p. was low enough to risk it!   

     

     

    Carole

    That was good. Recovery is much better at home the experts tell us. I had some BP issues too, too high to start with then a bit low the day after the op! Whizzing round on crutches now, I just wish my two little dogs wouldn’t try to ‘help’ me each time I move. I wish you a speedy full recovery.

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    My Day

    in The Broadscot Lounge

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    2 hours ago, addicted said:

    Well mine went ahead fortunately. and I'm fine this morning. not the best day I ever had  though full of drama sadly.

     

     

    Carole

    How long are you in hospital for Carole?

    Large (dutch Barge?) On Broads

    in Broads Chat

    Posted

    10 minutes ago, Vaughan said:

    Well spotted! I had a feeling he could get under the bridge!  She said on the video it was heading for Barton Broad.

    Those barges are actually very manoeuvrable, with the right kind of skipper.  Could be most interesting!

    Going to be very interesting up the Ant today then! I’m pretty sure he is a solo cruiser, never seen anybody else with him. I wonder if a ranger might politely ask him to about-turn. 

    Large (dutch Barge?) On Broads

    in Broads Chat

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    12 minutes ago, CambridgeCabby said:

    There’s also a stunning barge on the Broads atm called Hewland , looks like she’s displaying a visitors toll number 

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    We’ve seen Hewland many times this year, I think the owner must be a continuous cruiser. It’s a beautiful barge, just fits North Cove or Worlingham but not much room for anyone else! 

    So Near ... So Far

    in Holiday Tales & Blogs

    Posted

    19 hours ago, SwanR said:

    The other thing I forgot to write is that the helm seat is a little further forward than on some boats.

    Many years ago we hired Shining Light from HW, the helm on that is further forward and quite honestly it spoiled things for whoever was at the helm. It’s surely much better to be more underneath the sliding canopy so you can take advantage of the open air/sunshine? 
    I think it’s good to have these reviews and they must be a help to potential hirers. Funny old week weather wise wasn’t it, seemed all over the place. You certainly made the most of it anyway. 

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    My Day

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    1 hour ago, addicted said:

    Yesterday - not the best day I've had by a long chalk. Had to attend hospital for a  pre op' assessment. Well, I knew what I was there for which was just as well because nobody else seemed to be as well informed! On registering my dismay I was assurred that that the section of the hospital that will be dealing with my surgery is infinitely better  orgaanised than the general  building.  Oh I do hope so .  even worse,  no wine! not until next Tuesday! Now that's downright unfair.  That,  together with 6 weeks of wearing compression stockings  - not to be  remotely confused with suspenders and fishnets promises no fun on my horizon.  Having had a covid swab yesterday and  as a result having to isolate till my 'op on Monday I'll have to cancel all thoughts of going out to a disco tonight too.

     

    Carole

    Oh how I love (not) the compression stockings. I’ve had them on for the past three days as a very nice man gave me a new knee on Thursday. Luckily I don’t have to continue wearing them now I am home. (I have quite a collection of them already - white and an awful dark green colour!) Like you, I had a Covid swab and had to isolate after. Not very pleasant those swabs are they!!!

    Good luck for Monday Carole, concentrate on that glass (or two) of wine that will be waiting 🍷. 

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    For Hire From Brundall C 1990

    in Hire Boat Discussion

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    1 hour ago, DAVIDH said:

    Was there a deck plan? Would love to see how they cram the beds, cooker and portable toilet in.
     

     

     

    Portable toilet under one bunk, cooker (2 rings only probably) under the other bunk. Sink? Plastic bowl next to portable toilet under bunk. Remaining space under second bunk for cardboard box for clothes etc. It’s called compact living. :default_blink:

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