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"And afterwards, Giles?" Jeremy winks again.

"Flushed with satisfaction after completing a particularly intense painting session, Eli steps out of her smock, stained with the vibrant hues of her artistic endeavours, her body glistening with a sheen of sweat from the frenzied session of painting. The deep red silk and lace lingerie clings to her every curve, the delicate fabric a delightful contrast against her freckled skin. With a tantalising sway of her hips, she unclasps the bra and lets it fall to the ground, revealing her ample bosom, then, reaching down she slips off her silk and lace panties, the delicate fabric a whisper in her hand as she drops them, with the bra, into the wicker laundry basket in the corner. Next, she takes off her paint-dotted flat loafers. The black stockings follow into the waiting basket, the gentle caress of silk against her skin a sensual delight. With fluid grace and a sense of serene anticipation, she steps into the shower, a minimalist haven of white tiles gleaming in the soft studio light.

"Her bright blue cornflower eyes close in pleasure as the water cascades from the showerhead, washing away the remnants of paint and sweat, cleansing her body, and rejuvenating her spirit. The cool water flows over her, a sensual caress that makes her shiver with delight. Then, after adjusting the water temperature, she begins to lather herself with soap, the suds slide over her body lingering on her magnificent chest and slender waist. Next, she shampoos her short red hair, the foam running down her back, leaving a trail of glistening moisture in its wake before mingling with the water as it flows down the drain.

"Having concluded her ablutions, Eli emerges from the shower, back in everyday reality, the cool air producing a smattering of goosebumps upon her charmingly freckled skin as she reaches for the voluminous white towel suspended from the nearby stainless-steel rail. With gentle motions, she pats herself dry, the fluffy fabric absorbing the droplets, leaving her skin aglow with warmth and a tingling sensation.

"Eli grins as she admires her audacious new bob in the mirror above the basin, the daring style a striking juxtaposition to her freckled, youthful visage. Once dry, she applies a touch of 'Soir de Paris' by Bourjois to her wrists, behind the ears, the base of her throat, and inner elbows, then swathes herself in a cosy woollen dressing gown, the soft material wrapping her in a cocoon of comfort and warmth before she joins me on the time-worn leather sofa. Thus, Eli emerges from her shower not just physically refreshed but also mentally prepared for her next artistic endeavour. It's a ritual as integral to her creative process as the act of painting itself."

"A most enticing picture you render, old chap! And she does not mind you watching this process of... transformation?"

"Jeremy, old sport, Eli has shared with me her perspective. She pointed out that, given that I've seen her in her rather revealing French Louis Réard bikini and even, as our American friends would say, 'skinny dipping' in the secluded, sheltered Cornish cove we often visit with Sylvie and you, what is there left that I haven't already seen?" he laughs happily.

That's interesting. It's a Golf R. Obviously I got the renewal, scoffed at it, went online and everything was even more expensive than my renewal. I did call them, I can't honestly remember if they brought it down, but it was still vastly more than the previous year.

Quote from: njee20 on Yesterday at 06:22:26 PMMine near doubled last year (not an EV, but a desirable 'hot hatch' if you listen to the motoring press), rather hoping it goes back the other way again this year...

Hi

Out of interest which one?

According to the motoring press I also drive a hot hatch (Hyundai i30n). My insurance has only gone up £13 from last year after I rang them.

Cheers

Paul

Thanks Martin @port perran and Chris @crewearpley40 . Yes, she is rather good.

This band popped up and I had never heard of them until now. I can't remember the last time I sat for an hour and a half solid watching such an amazing live performance, full of energy and fun.

So here for a taster, is Solstice playing "Wongle No9" live from Grand Chapel Studios...

https://youtu.be/SIpuWa1TYi8?feature=shared

I think I will have to go and see them live ASAP.

Cheers,

Tim

That is funny and terrifying in equal measure!

Quote from: njee20 on Yesterday at 06:22:26 PMThat's because you let children drive and the driving 'test' takes place in a car park 

16 to drive, but 21 to drink.

They've got their priorities wrong 

In Colorado you are let loose on the streets as part of your driving test.
But as the test person said to me "You made a couple of mistakes, but it's good enough for Colorado, you've passed"

John P

Fantastic sound
Great voice
Super choice Tim

Quote from: jpendle on Yesterday at 05:13:30 PMIf it's any consolation here is the US it costs us £1765 p.a. to insure a 9 year old Audi Q5 diesel and a small, 20 year old pick up truck, that we hardly ever use.

Regards,

John P

That's because you let children drive and the driving 'test' takes place in a car park 

The insurance industry in the UK (dunno about abroad, I work in the industry here) has, by and large, made an underwriting loss from personal motor in recent years.  That's why premiums have gone up. You're not being shafted or ripped off or anything of that ilk, as much as it's good to point the finger at someone. Indeed lots of large players (RSA/MoreThan quite recently) have stopped writing motor insurance altogether. That means fewer competitors, which really will drive up premiums. Obviously there's more nuance to it than that, but that's the crux of it.

Mine near doubled last year (not an EV, but a desirable 'hot hatch' if you listen to the motoring press), rather hoping it goes back the other way again this year...

Quote from: Moonglum on Yesterday at 02:54:41 PMVery good Mick @Newportnobby - RT is in a class of own. I was going to post Chantel McGregor's version of "Daydream" but decided this was better. Here she is live at the Stables, Milton Keynes with "Inconsolable"...

https://youtu.be/UVTleEnOsuM?feature=shared

Cheers,

Tim

PS she swops the acoustic for an electric guitar after the keyboard solo.

Thanks for that Tim @Moonglum .
I've never come across Chantel McGregor before. I rather like the video that you have shared but less taken by some of her other work which I've just listened to.
Certainly a very able guitarist.
Cheers and tganks for sharing.
Martin