Another pointless thread

When I was given the information

1. I didn't have my hearing aids in
2. It was very early in the morning and I was still running on Newbiggin Time

Why don't hospitals have better car parking? How do they expect people to get there, or get home again?
It's the same story here. And they charge a fortune for parking too.

When my father-in-law was in Canterbury hospital just before he died they at least had the decency to give us a special pass so we could stay as long as we wanted without having to pay. It was automatically cancelled a day after he died, but meant we could be with him for his last few days without needing a mortgage to pay for parking.

I Hope Mrs HG is making progress and will soon be back on both feet. This is not the weather to be in a cast!

During the 16 months Raymond was ill, I also had parking problems during all his admissions . There just were not enough spaces [ SGH Clocktower building ] so I used to go out of visiting hours [ his unit was very helpful about that ] so I could park .

Fortunately we didn't have to pay for parking there otherwise I'd have been bankrupt going in up to 4 times a day at some stages

I've startd parking in town and going in on the bus (roughly every15mins). Much cheaper all round (even better if I park in a side street near a bus stop.


One of he joys of a bus pass. Did I say 'one of', come to think of it there aren't any others.

regards
Bernard.


E1.74 divide by 1.4 = £1.24 --- cheaper than ours

We can park within spiting distance of the bus stop so that's what we do when going to Newcastle, for a change we sometimes drive to Blyth and park, it's very near the bus station, and there is a choice of buses and most provide a free newspaper which is nice.

To get to my local hospital by bus I would need to leave home 90 minutes before I wanted to be at the hospital, and change buses three times.
It's a 15 minute drive away.
No free bus passes here either.

The hospital is due to move next year to a new building, which is even closer to us, but even harder to get to by bus. I just hope the plans allow for lots of parking.

I don't mind paying for parking as a visitor, but think like at Canterbury they have to have some system for people visiting seriously ill or dying loved ones.
When Grandson #1 was born and was rushed off to the Children's hospital they had paid parking, and lots of it. It cost €1 for 90 minutes or €5 for the whole day, which was doable. His parents could claim the parking fees back on their tax form too.

Never mind Gwyn, at leat with the Euro crashing everything is cheaper in Europe. Oh hang on, that only works if you get paid in Pounds!

I am an enthusiastic founder member of the P.P.G.S. (Plastic Plants Gardening Society). Does anyone else want to join?

Sounds good to me as it will fit in with my concrete and paving slab gardening.

No way Barrie - sorry - smell,colour,texture,attractive to insects and birds and a pleasure most of the year round - not for me my friend but don`t let me influence you in any way !

Tony

Too much like hard work. You have to buy them, take them out of the car, put them somewhere, wash them once a year. It's endless.

What about joining the Pentaxians Protecting Grey Squirrels society instead? I think Beginner is a member.

But think of all the extra time. No weeding, pruning, and there is always scented oils you can spray on. If you liked the smell of honeysuckle but the look geranium....no problem...Spray

And I bet you`ve got Glade plugs everywhere inside !!!! ( other brands are available )

As for the squirrels - I am the founder member of the Cyril the Wirral Squirrel society and Gwyn and TT are council members ( and honorary aunties )

Tony

Squirrel Casserole Fours

4 Squirrel; quartered
4 Ham slices; very thin
4 md Onions; thinly sliced
4 Carrots; thinly sliced
4 lg Potatoes; thinly sliced
4 sl Bacon
4 oz Apple cider
4 oz Applejack
4 tb Flour
Salt and pepper
Water

Rub the squirrels with salt and pepper. In the bottom of an earthenware casserole with a tight lid, arrange the slices of ham, then a layer of squirrel, then a layer of onion, a layer of carrot, and a layer of potato. Continue building up layers, seasoning each with salt and pepper until casserole is filled. Arrange slices of bacon across the top. Add the cider and applejack. Place the lid on the casserole and seal it with a paste made of flour and water. Place the casserole in a 250-degree oven for 3 hours.

I'm not sure how this is rated by Weight Watchers or Slimming World but it sounds delicious

Mmmmm ! Something smells nice Stan - what you cooking ??????

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Cyril