Barn favourites
There’s just one more of Polly’s photos from the Barn rehearsals that gave you ‘Island Jam 2007′ after this one, so it seems like a good time to ask which picture you liked best. (Obviously next time would be an even better time to ask, but I’ve got some news to go with the final shot, and I’m sure that you’ll all have an opinion, so now will just have to do.)
You can see the full set, starting with David on drums, from 25 September. Just follow that link, then click your way through the entries by using the arrows at the top of each post.
Remember, you can click on any image for a better look.
Do let me know if you have a particular favourite – and don’t forget the captions.
Everything released globally, including barnyard flatulence, is bound to have some problems…
RE: Graham Knight
OFF TOPIC comment at October 30, 2007 09:43 AM on GHS Strings Blog
The same thing happened to me in Spring this year. It wasnt aggresive like your experience as he had a woman and 2 children in the car behind me in the lay-by. This guy preyed on my charity.
A similar story to yours, he said he was from Greece and needed money to pay for petrol to continue his journey. He took a large (yellow coloured) ring from his finger and gave it to me while on his knees crying beside the car. Being the big softy I am, it cost me £40 to be on my way again. This guy deserved an oscar as he nearly had me in tears. (Wish I’d taken his watch as well now.)
If he’d tried it on like your conman did I’d now be £40 better off and this guy would be real easy to spot as he wouldnt have any teeth left.
Anyhoo, the moral of my story is;
If you ever see me driving an ice cream van, (which is highly unlikely) you’re very welcome to flag me down, otherwise stay the hell off the road or I’ll run you over.
‘What a sad state’ you quoted, I agree Graham.
PS. Still have that ring in the glovebox.
So when’s this new news coming out? I thought it was supposed to come out yesterday.
[No, today. - Features Editor]
Alex, did you contact the police? They were very interested in what i had to tell them.
i feel better for not being alone now, at least i did not part with any money unlike you. What a skinflint i am!!
[Wish I'd taken his watch as well now.]
why not go the whole hog & take his car too? i would help you. oooh er, im sinking to a new low.
Bavaria. Fed, I didn’t know you could ski. You’ll be in the right place and time for that.
To Graham regarding Dick Turpin:
At least he wore a mask.
I was well warned when I was a kid “Don’t speak to strangers”. I got my fingers burned, didnt I. With hindsight I would have probably given him the money for nothing as he was that good an actor that he left skidmarks all over my heart.
I still feel bad for taking the ring, as I do take pity on those less fortunate than me. I haven’t had the ring valued, but its stamped 18ct, and I know its probably a fake.
As for telling the police, I was probably too embarassed, but we’re all friends here aren’t we?
Life’s too short to dwell on things like this, fair play to the guy for his truly wonderful begging skills in swindling me, but then again….
I’d love that guy to try the same road again, as it’s on my journey to work. To see the expression on his face when I sell him a yellow coloured ring for £80, used, with only 2 careful owners whether he likes it or not. That would be priceless.
Gets you thinking doesn’t it?
Alex and Graham,
I’m sorry that your kindness was betrayed; it’s a shameful thing.
With so many dishonest and uncaring people in the world, it’s difficult to make a decision to help someone or not. Graham’s frightening ordeal is a prime example of why so many are reluctant to risk to helping someone. Apathy is the predominating attitude these days and it’s very sad for the good hearted people who wish to lend a hand to those in need.
I’m thankful that no one was hurt in either situation, and I am proud of you both for trying to help your fellow man .You were trying to do a good deed and I think that is a beautiful thing.
Melissa(*_*)
[And Alex, if today's planned news story ever materialises, I hope you'll see the funny side of the slightly unimaginative, but definitely unambiguous, heading. It's completely coincidental. The blog will be back soon. In the meantime, please see the homepage for any updates. - Features Editor]