To steal a quote from Monty Python's Holy Grail movie, "He's already got one, you see?" 

Thanks, David. Please do point out any mistakes. I'm very rushed these days.

Yes, very pleasant and well almost hypnotic music. Good find Martin @port perran . In your extensive listening did you spot this one, featuring a guest appearance by drummer Clive Bunker (ex Jethro Tull)...

https://youtu.be/gtJgJ1nlmBo?feature=shared

Cheers,

Tim

Quote from: stevewalker on Yesterday at 05:34:03 PMthey've agreed to cancel the refund, credit the account with the cost of the extra days and refund the total amount.

Sounds a rather convoluted way of doing things! 

Knowing how accurate you like to be Chris, I just thought I would point this out -

Quote from: Chris in Prague on Yesterday at 06:04:34 PMThe partnerships with local restaurants and bars sound are a great strategy to reach more customers.

(Hope you do not mind - and do not worry, I will not tell anybody else.  ).

Your way with words and story telling is something I look forward to.   

I've been listening a lot to Solstice over the last week and I remain highly impressed.
This has led me to delve a little further.
You may recognise Peter Hemsley, the drummer from Solstice, in the attached video.
Here he is with Nicole Collarbone with Beauty of Time which, to me, is a lovely piece of music :
https://youtu.be/u9AozEyY8dk?si=U19Iz1OL3S2DOiyl
If you get a chance, listen to the whole album.

After listening to Giles' story, a smile slowly spread across Eli's face. Her blue eyes sparkled with her appreciation for his accomplishments and pride in her agency's work. She nodded in approval, her posture relaxed yet confident, delighted with the boost she and Sylvie had given to her friend's business.

"Giles", she began, her voice filled with warmth, "it's wonderful to hear that our advertising agency has been able to contribute to the image and awareness of your business. It's great to know that the print advertising and tasting events have been successful. The partnerships with local restaurants and bars are a great strategy to reach more customers. Sylvie and I are delighted to be part of your business' progress towards stability and growth." She grinned. "Let's continue our successful collaboration!"

Giles, on the other hand, exuded a sense of relief and satisfaction. His shoulders, which had been tense at the start of the conversation, seemed to relax. His clear blue eyes met Eli's with a look of gratitude, and he gave a small, appreciative nod. The corners of his mouth turned upwards into a subtle contented smile.

"Giles, as I listened to you, I saw something in you that I didn't see before. Your strength is not about being bossy or controlling. It's about being tough, determined, and brave to face problems directly. The vulnerabilities you showed me don't mean you are weak. In fact, they show your strength."

"I am further impressed by how you listen and use advice from Sylvie, me, and our young female friends. You didn't just listen to Sylvie but also to Angela. And making Amanda the office manager? That was a great move. It shows you respect their skills and are open to new ideas, no matter who they come from. Giles, this shows you are a real leader. Your actions tell a lot about your character and the values in your business."

Upon hearing Eli's observation, Giles was visibly moved. His pale blue eyes widened slightly in surprise, then softened as he absorbed her words. A moment of silence passed as he let the compliment sink in. Then, he smiled a genuine, warm smile that reached his eyes. He nodded in appreciation, acknowledging the truth in her words. His response was humble and sincere, "Eli, your words mean a lot to me. I've always believed in the strength of resilience, determination, and facing challenges head-on. And yes, Sylvie, Angela, and Amanda have been very important in my success. I'm glad I could see Angela and Amanda's potential and involve them in my business. Thank you." His gratitude was evident in his voice, and his appreciation for Eli deepened. It was a significant moment in their relationship.

Following my previous post about leaving Virgin Media - they messed it up again. Instead of paying me the stated refund, they billed me right up to when they disconnected my broadband, instead of when they should have done and sent me a bill showing a partial refund. Another call today and they've agreed to cancel the refund, credit the account with the cost of the extra days and refund the total amount. We'll see what happens next!

Surely Grockles are fair game! and its good for the local exchequer. Or does the money never see the light of day...

Quote from: Trainfish on April 18, 2024, 12:11:13 AMSpeeding tickets. Ok so I hold my hands up and admit I was doing 36 in a 30 on a road which could easily be mistaken for a 50 limit but I'm not bitter, of course not. What I am unhappy about though is the underhanded way our company's fleet management firm went about things. On a Monday morning they send me an email saying they need to check my licence and need a check code which only I can supply. I send them that thinking that they haven't asked for this for 2.5 years when they should request it once a year so fair enough. Then Tuesday afternoon my company contacts me to say the fleet management company have sent them a copy of a speeding ticket and charged them £15 for the privilege of doing the admin and I have to pay the £15! So it seems I'll be fined by Devon & Cornwall police and also fined by the fleet management company 

The Kingsteignton bypass is a 40 and it should be a 60, it's painful to drive on. The average speed cameras are gainfully employed nabbing the Grockles every summer.