Moderators Zico Posted March 18, 2020 Moderators Share Posted March 18, 2020 (edited) 23 minutes ago, Smiley said: Thing is, everyone is seeing this at a different speed. I’m desperately trying to save my business by implementing as many cost saving solutions as I can - with the overall goal to protect my domestic financial situation. My business partner sends me a WhatsApp saying he’s signing up to his local golf club cos they have a special offer on! You couldn’t make it up. I’ve a daughter beside herself because her A-levels have been cancelled. And another daughter upset cos her Sam Fender gig has been cancelled. Aye Im becoming more relaxed by the day as decisions are taken out of my hands Two weeks ago i was carry on with everything as normal Then i was worried about my folks and what to do and not do The meeting in London got canned in the end, PT sessions at the gym are cancelled, haven will let us reschedule this weekend, tesco still has beer, my folks will stay at home, only one client has asked me to pause, and i work from home anyway Nursery shutting will be a pain in the arse but I'll have to work in the evenings or something Im yet to hear about upcoming gigs but i presume they're off too Edited March 18, 2020 by ZicoKelly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Site Supporter Tonge moor green jacket Posted March 18, 2020 Site Supporter Share Posted March 18, 2020 1 hour ago, Ani said: Because the impact of this is growing exponentially every day. As I say last week I was firmly in the ‘go out’ group, latest results with over 100 dead means I now think the risk is higher than the reward. Yes. Went out last Friday, around 200 people present I reckon. Wouldn't go now. For me, when you listen to the medical fella (Vallance?) explain about trying to keep the serious admissions below the threshold for ventilators etc then it seems simple- don't go out. If my mum was to catch it and she was one of two needing the last ventilator at the hospital, and I'd been out in a restaurant with a good number of patrons in previously, then I'd certainly begin to wonder. It's not going to be for ever, and at the end we can have all the street parties, piss ups and family gatherings we want. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
e2e4 Posted March 18, 2020 Share Posted March 18, 2020 keeping people 6 feet away is a good 9 feet less than i normally like. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mickbrown Posted March 18, 2020 Share Posted March 18, 2020 Supposed to be away this weekend for a mate’s birthday. Because of this bollox had to cancel it. Airbnb dead good, gave a full refund. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Site Supporter RONNIE PHILLIPS Posted March 18, 2020 Site Supporter Share Posted March 18, 2020 8 hours ago, Burndens Bogs said: So a pub goer in the next few weeks - Uberselfish stupid cunt? Or acceptable behaviour? Depends whether he fetches me a carry out or not.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L/H White Posted March 18, 2020 Share Posted March 18, 2020 1 hour ago, Smiley said: Thing is, everyone is seeing this at a different speed. I’m desperately trying to save my business by implementing as many cost saving solutions as I can - with the overall goal to protect my domestic financial situation. My business partner sends me a WhatsApp saying he’s signing up to his local golf club cos they have a special offer on! You couldn’t make it up. I’ve a daughter beside herself because her A-levels have been cancelled. And another daughter upset cos her Sam Fender gig has been cancelled. What golf club pal? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Site Supporter Spider Posted March 18, 2020 Site Supporter Share Posted March 18, 2020 I know it won’t happen like this, but can you imagine the reaction when Boris waffles out and says “that’s it folks, we’re clear, go out, get shedded” Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Escobarp Posted March 18, 2020 Share Posted March 18, 2020 (edited) 1 minute ago, Spider said: I know it won’t happen like this, but can you imagine the reaction when Boris waffles out and says “that’s it folks, we’re clear, go out, get shedded” I’ve just ordered some “supplies” in. I’m planning on there being a shortage when this is over. The challenge will be no firing in when I’m at home for the next god knows how long 👀 Edited March 18, 2020 by Escobarp Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Zico Posted March 18, 2020 Moderators Share Posted March 18, 2020 24 minutes ago, Escobarp said: I’ve just ordered some “supplies” in. I’m planning on there being a shortage when this is over. The challenge will be no firing in when I’m at home for the next god knows how long 👀 I put the feelers out earlier and got two positive responses So I'll take both of them up on it I'm now going to have to stockpile on crisps Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Escobarp Posted March 18, 2020 Share Posted March 18, 2020 2 minutes ago, ZicoKelly said: I put the feelers out earlier and got two positive responses So I'll take both of them up on it I'm now going to have to stockpile on crisps 😂😂😂😂😂 don’t forget the munchies pal Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Traf Posted March 18, 2020 Share Posted March 18, 2020 (edited) It is down to personal choice and circumstance. I'm self employed and have 2 sources of income. One died 2 weeks ago, the other died yesterday. The wife is self-employed and her income source was turned off yesterday too. My eldest is 30, she only has 1 kidney due to cancer as a child and is therefore in the vulnerable category and she's due to emigrate to Australia in May, which now looks unlikely, so that will all need re-arranging etc. Edited January 24, 2021 by Traf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
radcliffe white Posted March 18, 2020 Share Posted March 18, 2020 3 minutes ago, Traf said: It is down to personal choice and circumstance. I'm self employed and have 2 sources of income. One died 2 weeks ago, the other died yesterday. The wife is self-employed and her income source was turned off yesterday too. I've got a 14 yr autistic daughter who going crazy thinking we're all going to die and won't currently be reasoned with. My eldest is 30, she only has 1 kidney due to cancer as a child and is therefore in the vulnerable category and she's due to emigrate to Australia in May, which now looks unlikely, so that will all need re-arranging etc. So yes, I'm going to the fucking pub. Shit rough times hopefully you will bounce back I’d be getting shit faced Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 18, 2020 Share Posted March 18, 2020 1 hour ago, Spider said: I know it won’t happen like this, but can you imagine the reaction when Boris waffles out and says “that’s it folks, we’re clear, go out, get shedded” VD Day Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Traf Posted March 18, 2020 Share Posted March 18, 2020 23 minutes ago, radcliffewhite1 said: Shit rough times hopefully you will bounce back I’d be getting shit faced I'm built for bouncing, I'll be fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Site Supporter Spider Posted March 18, 2020 Site Supporter Share Posted March 18, 2020 3 minutes ago, Traf said: I'm built for bouncing, I'll be fine. I’ve got that info now. Will message it all over tomorrow. chin up mate, you’re not alone and one way or another We’ll all be here in a few months hating each other’s opinions but loving each other’s company, just like we do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Escobarp Posted March 18, 2020 Share Posted March 18, 2020 6 minutes ago, Traf said: I'm built for bouncing, I'll be fine. Anything I can do to help pal or you need a moan you’ve got my number 👍🏼 and tell Junior to stay off Twitter!! Easier said than done but that won’t be helping her that’s for sure Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Site Supporter Tonge moor green jacket Posted March 18, 2020 Site Supporter Share Posted March 18, 2020 49 minutes ago, ZicoKelly said: I put the feelers out earlier and got two positive responses So I'll take both of them up on it I'm now going to have to stockpile on crisps Once we're locked down, you'll have plenty of time for gardening, so could grow your own 'salad crops'. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 18, 2020 Share Posted March 18, 2020 2 hours ago, Tonge moor green jacket said: Yes. Went out last Friday, around 200 people present I reckon. Still got plenty of (ace) cake!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Site Supporter Tonge moor green jacket Posted March 18, 2020 Site Supporter Share Posted March 18, 2020 Just now, boltondiver said: Still got plenty of (ace) cake!! It was good then! He's still sucking on lollies- favours Kojak. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lt. Aldo Raine Posted March 18, 2020 Share Posted March 18, 2020 I've been trying to do my bit by washing my hands regularly and practicing social distancing as best I can, but it's rendered completely redundant when the people around us aren't bothering. The women I sit next to at work hadn't even heard of social distancing this morning, and when a colleague explained to her what it was she instantly dismissed it as "ridiculous". She's now "bored of it all". FFS. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Site Supporter victor meldrew Posted March 18, 2020 Site Supporter Share Posted March 18, 2020 48 minutes ago, Traf said: It is down to personal choice and circumstance. I'm self employed and have 2 sources of income. One died 2 weeks ago, the other died yesterday. The wife is self-employed and her income source was turned off yesterday too. I've got a 14 yr autistic daughter who going crazy thinking we're all going to die and won't currently be reasoned with. My eldest is 30, she only has 1 kidney due to cancer as a child and is therefore in the vulnerable category and she's due to emigrate to Australia in May, which now looks unlikely, so that will all need re-arranging etc. So yes, I'm going to the fucking pub. we know the feeling, some travel suppliers are being absolute cunts , not giving refunds , "go to your insurance company"for a refund Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L/H White Posted March 18, 2020 Share Posted March 18, 2020 52 minutes ago, Traf said: It is down to personal choice and circumstance. I'm self employed and have 2 sources of income. One died 2 weeks ago, the other died yesterday. The wife is self-employed and her income source was turned off yesterday too. I've got a 14 yr autistic daughter who going crazy thinking we're all going to die and won't currently be reasoned with. My eldest is 30, she only has 1 kidney due to cancer as a child and is therefore in the vulnerable category and she's due to emigrate to Australia in May, which now looks unlikely, so that will all need re-arranging etc. So yes, I'm going to the fucking pub. Chins up brother x P.S, they'll be some turnover on that Dundalk card Friday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Traf Posted March 18, 2020 Share Posted March 18, 2020 36 minutes ago, Spider said: I’ve got that info now. Will message it all over tomorrow. chin up mate, you’re not alone and one way or another We’ll all be here in a few months hating each other’s opinions but loving each other’s company, just like we do. I'm not down about my situation, far from it. I'm going to be very busy in a few month's time. This is temporary. But yes, send the details, won' hurt me to do a quote or two! 😉 33 minutes ago, Escobarp said: Anything I can do to help pal or you need a moan you’ve got my number 👍🏼 and tell Junior to stay off Twitter!! Easier said than done but that won’t be helping her that’s for sure No chance now she's not even at school 18 minutes ago, victor meldrew said: we know the feeling, some travel suppliers are being absolute cunts , not giving refunds , "go to your insurance company"for a refund As G will know, it's an absolute shitshow. The problem is that some of the hotels/airlines aren't refunding the trade suppliers meaning that agents like G and myself can't refund the client, so they have to claim off insurance whilst we get it in the neck. 17 minutes ago, L/H White said: Chins up brother x P.S, they'll be some turnover on that Dundalk card Friday. Jesus, it'll be carnage. Thousands of English punters knowing nothing about Irish racing/form etc just spunking money away and badly affecting the odds. Could be some longer priced winners about. 😉 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoadRunnerFan Posted March 18, 2020 Share Posted March 18, 2020 37 minutes ago, boltondiver said: Still got plenty of (ace) cake!! Not worth entering the nightmare of cake mate. Symptoms far more distressing than coronavirus. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Site Supporter Winchester White Posted March 18, 2020 Site Supporter Share Posted March 18, 2020 2 minutes ago, Traf said: I'm not down about my situation, far from it. I'm going to be very busy in a few month's time. This is temporary. But yes, send the details, won' hurt me to do a quote or two! 😉 No chance now she's not even at school As G will know, it's an absolute shitshow. The problem is that some of the hotels/airlines aren't refunding the trade suppliers meaning that agents like G and myself can't refund the client, so they have to claim off insurance whilst we get it in the neck. Jesus, it'll be carnage. Thousands of English punters knowing nothing about Irish racing/form etc just spunking money away and badly affecting the odds. Could be some longer priced winners about. 😉 How does it work Traf? Had a strange email off my insurance company basically washing their hands of any of it. They say the holiday companies will offer a refund or alternative and it is their problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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