10 guests at one reading the story! That is a record to date! But only one regular 'like' poster. Many thanks, Dannyboy.

Music easy to listen to
Great vocals
That must have been a great gig to attend

Thanks Tim and Martin

Just as an update to the Solstice posts.
I've now watched their Veruno concert right through

https://youtu.be/b6dRplzGuGM?si=bibPnv3aJ6pYVrrc

I have to say it is one of the most captivating and invigorating concerts I've seen.
It was mesmerising for me. So full of energy and enjoyment.

A bit of It's a Beautiful Day, Camel, Yes, The Flock, Renaissance, Curved Air and maybe The Zutons all mixed in.
Great soaring guitar work together with great violin and keyboards.

Amazing. I'd love to see them live.

Thanks again Tim @Moonglum 

I've just had a good listen to Solstice.
Like yourself, they are also new to me but it seems they've been around a while.
My initial thoughts were that I'm not sure but they are certainly growing on me.
Thanks for the recommendation.
Cheers
Martin

"Ah, Giles, Eli does present a rather compelling argument, doesn't she? I presume you're alluding to charming Harlyn Bay, sited amidst sand dunes, a veritable haven for swimming and sun worship, wouldn't you say?"

"Indeed, Jeremy. And Eli softly added that she trusts me implicitly. It's quite a testament to our friendship, don't you think?"

"Indubitably, my dear chap. Ah, those bikinis! The memory of my initial glimpse of Sylvie in her two-piece, or should I say four tiny pieces, is indelibly etched in my mind! We owe a great deal of gratitude to our dear Monique, don't we? I vividly recall her enlightening us about Louis Réard, a Frenchman who transitioned from mechanical engineering to the art of bikini design, earning him the moniker of the 'patriarch of the contemporary bikini'. In 1946, he introduced the world to the string bikini, a daring creation fashioned from just four triangles of fabric, held together by the slenderest of ties. His design was nothing short of revolutionary, being among the first to feature bottoms that daringly dipped below the navel. His creations, known for their minuscule size and dramatic impact, have earned the sobriquet 'bombshell'. Quite the sensation, wouldn't you agree?"

"'Bombshell' indeed, Jeremy! But I've said enough," Giles smiles. "The rest is between Eli and I!"

"But, of course, old chap."

Giles grinned broadly. "But to return to Eli's studio... at weekends, when neither of us is working, it becomes a haven of natural light. The expansive, north-facing windows, which stretch from floor to ceiling, flood the space with a warm, inviting glow. This illumination not only brightens the studio but also creates an atmosphere that is conducive to creativity."

"I see, Giles. In essence, Eli's studio is more than just a place to create art—it's a reflection of her artistic spirit, thoughtfully designed, with Susan's help, to inspire and facilitate her creativity."

"Indubitably, Jeremy! Time to imbibe the last drops and hail a taxi to 'Simpsons', my friend!"

"Yes, old chap, let's settle our tab with Maggie and depart. All this talk of lingerie, bikinis, and 'skinny-dipping', has given me quite the appetite! We mustn't keep the ladies waiting."

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thats food for thought thanks

motor is conected by two wires so easy to add resistors or diodes although can be tight for space

beware the Rokuhan chassis need some taming with a resistor
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Thanks i had heard that, is it possible to put a resistor in the DC wiring,
or will i have to fettle with the chasis?
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My condolences to your loss of your friend, I still miss my little cat Bubbles.
Chris H.

  I only realised today that if I turn my phone sideways, I get the full page with avatars, flags, who made the last post, etc. 

So sorry to hear your loss some people never realise that a pet  is just as important as anyone in the family but we treat all our pets AS one of the family we Have a cute 9 year old dog Mitzy and wevhave Guinea pigs that have just gone back out to their summer house after being indoors over the winter and we have now adopted our granddaughters 3 pet rats .
We have just lost or 19 year old cat Fergie who will be running around with all the other pets we've had ,We even had a Guninea pig called Herbie who lived for 14 years the Vet who checks our pets just couldnt believe that he was that old but the records of all his checkups proved it .
Regards
Bob

PARENTAL DISCRETION ADVISED

"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.