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Forum: General Chat 19 Jun 19, 07:51 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,747
Posted By Clarina
My border terrier is called Minx, she was...

My border terrier is called Minx,
she was named after the Hillman Minx classic car we had at the time!
The name suits her, she is now 13yrs old and very good company.
She takes everything in her...
Forum: Additional Support Needs & DAS 13 Jun 19, 09:44 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,225
Posted By Clarina
Using a seated walker in queues?

I am coming with my family in August, I have arthritis and two hip replacements so I will be bringing a folding, seated walking aid.
Can I use this in the queues? Or would I be better to apply for...
Forum: General Chat 31 Jan 15, 02:17 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 784
Posted By Clarina
We went there last Christmas day, it was a...

We went there last Christmas day, it was a wonderful day, so relaxing.I did the dolphin swim with my daughter and granddaughter, it was amazing, our dolphins were Dexter and Roxy.

So many memories...
Forum: General Chat 28 Jan 15, 11:08 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,091
Posted By Clarina
We also looked at static caravans but decided...

We also looked at static caravans but decided instead to purchase a twin axle 24ft 6 berth tourer that is kept in storage on a lovely site. We could not tow it, it was delivered for us.

The site...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 15 Jan 15, 07:54 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,462
Posted By Clarina
We purchased a cheap one from Target while there...

We purchased a cheap one from Target while there in Dec. I used it as a 'walker' rather than using a stick, felt much safer, also ideal for carrying our rucksacks etc. My grandson aged 5 used it...
Forum: General Chat 15 Jan 15, 05:06 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,366
Posted By Clarina
We did this on Christmas day last year, as...

We did this on Christmas day last year, as mentioned in my 'highights' report. Again we arrived at opening time and our swim was 9.25, again gave us time for breakfast and the rest of the day...
Forum: General Chat 11 Jan 15, 04:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 591
Posted By Clarina
Our Christmas Holiday 2014 Highs and Highlights!

I had been looking forward to this holiday for over 2 years. I was due to go with my daughter LauraC, son-in-law John and grandchildren Niamh (7) and Finley (5) in Oct 2012, however I had an accident...
Forum: General Chat 19 Dec 14, 12:05 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 384
Posted By Clarina
Have a wonderful time, we are off to Gatwick this...

Have a wonderful time, we are off to Gatwick this pm, and flying tomorrow:mickeybou:tiggerbou
Can't wait, so excited
Gill with LauraC and family
Forum: Pre-Trip Reports 19 Dec 14, 10:43 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,394
Posted By Clarina
Well today is the day:mickeybou:tiggerbou ...

Well today is the day:mickeybou:tiggerbou
LauraC and grandchildren picked up early today, kids to childminder and Laura to school.
Picking kids up at 1.30 and then we are being collected from here...
Forum: Pre-Trip Reports 28 Nov 14, 04:35 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,394
Posted By Clarina
Three weeks today and we will be heading off to...

Three weeks today and we will be heading off to Gatwick:grin: Can't wait.

Case down from top of wardrobe, so just need to check I have everything I need.

Like to give myself plenty of time!
...
Forum: General Chat 15 Nov 14, 06:56 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,129
Posted By Clarina
It will get much easier, just take it steady. ...

It will get much easier, just take it steady.

I had my right hip replaced for the second time in April 2013, the other one lasted for 12yrs, only had to be replaced as I had an undiagnosed (for 6...
Forum: General Chat 14 Nov 14, 02:48 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,651
Posted By Clarina
We have a border terrier and she is called 'Minx'...

We have a border terrier and she is called 'Minx' she was named after the Hillman Minx classic car we used to have.
It really suits her!
She also answers to 'ratbag' as she is one:)
All the best...
Forum: Pre-Trip Reports 10 Nov 14, 10:31 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,394
Posted By Clarina
Can't wait for our trip:) We are certainly...

Can't wait for our trip:)
We are certainly going to be busy but it will be such great fun.
Cannot wait to see Niamh and Fin enjoying themselves so much:thumb:
Nanny Gill
Forum: General Chat 4 Nov 14, 03:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 351
Posted By Clarina
Hi Linnifer1980 and Pooh43 yes we are going out...

Hi Linnifer1980 and Pooh43 yes we are going out on the 20th Dec, so it will be good to the see the same faces on both journeys.
How old are your children? my grandchildren are 7 & 5.
Just can't...
Forum: General Chat 4 Nov 14, 10:22 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 351
Posted By Clarina
Any one else in the Bubble VS16 3rd Jan 2015

Just managed to get seats 76hjk and 77 jk in the bubble for our return I am with LauraC, my daughter, SIL and two grandchildren. Anyone else going to join us there?
Gill
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 21 Oct 14, 03:36 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,364
Posted By Clarina
<whispers> it was us! We are on 13.00 from...

<whispers> it was us!

We are on 13.00 from LGW and got 80HJK and 79 JK. Sooo excited! 3 adults and 2 children (with Dibber LauraC my daughter, her husband and two children).
Forum: General Chat 23 Feb 14, 09:43 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,398
Posted By Clarina
Do look after yourself, I was so sorry to hear...

Do look after yourself, I was so sorry to hear about about both your mum and your DH's accident.
Laura had told me about your very difficult few months when I asked after you.
I do hope that...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 22 Feb 14, 10:50 PM
Replies: 152
Views: 17,681
Posted By Clarina
Congratulations to Scott and team GB on winning...

Congratulations to Scott and team GB on winning the Silver Medal.:)
Very well deserved and nail biting stuff at times!
Forum: General Chat 21 Dec 13, 04:34 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 565
Posted By Clarina
Have a wonderful holiday!:grin: Hopefully, I ...

Have a wonderful holiday!:grin:
Hopefully, I will be going same time next year along with my daughter (laurac) her husband and my beautiful grandchildren Niamh & Fin.
Can't wait:thumbs-up
Gill
Forum: General Chat 11 Dec 13, 11:57 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,404
Posted By Clarina
I also have blue badge and recently had a parking...

I also have blue badge and recently had a parking fine.
I had parked on double yellow lines and had checked other cars nearby had badges so I assumed I was ok.
What I hadn't realised was that...
Forum: General Chat 6 Nov 13, 02:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 264
Posted By Clarina
Have a wonderful time, will hear all about it via...

Have a wonderful time, will hear all about it via Laura when you return
Gill
Forum: General Chat 8 Oct 13, 05:10 PM
Replies: 126
Views: 4,343
Posted By Clarina
My Grandson is Finley Charles James, Charles and...

My Grandson is Finley Charles James, Charles and James both family names.
My daughter only ever wanted this name for a boy, either called Fin or Finley depending what he is up to! His older sister...
Forum: General Chat 23 Sep 13, 10:55 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 846
Posted By Clarina
I am also in Swindon as is my daughter Laurac, ...

I am also in Swindon as is my daughter Laurac, we are hoping to go Christmas 2014. I did not manage to go with them in Oct 2012 as planned due to an injury. Can't wait to go again, last went in 2008...
Forum: Walt Disney World and Florida Trip Reports 23 Jun 13, 04:36 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,007
Posted By Clarina
Another lovely day, have enjoyed reading all...

Another lovely day, have enjoyed reading all about it.
The photos are beautiful, so glad Niamh got her pearl.
Looking forward to reading some more!
Nanny Gill:)
Forum: Walt Disney World and Florida Trip Reports 22 Jun 13, 10:02 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,996
Posted By Clarina
Looks as though you all had a wonderful day. ...

Looks as though you all had a wonderful day.
Love seeing all the photos.
Nanny Gill
Forum: Walt Disney World and Florida Trip Reports 17 Jun 13, 09:28 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,930
Posted By Clarina
I have enjoyed reading this, your first day. ...

I have enjoyed reading this, your first day.

So glad that Niamh and Fin loved Eeyore etc nice to see the photos!

So wish I had been there!

Hopefully 2014! :)

Nanny Gill
Forum: General Chat 15 May 13, 02:56 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 541
Posted By Clarina
Congratulations and good luck! :) I worked as...

Congratulations and good luck! :)
I worked as a Science tech for more than 13yrs, retired last July. Previously worked in the Pharmaceutical Industry so a big change! but an enjoyable challenge!...
Forum: General Chat 24 Apr 13, 04:19 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,177
Posted By Clarina
Hi, I also live in Swindon (Kingsdown-SSM) and I...

Hi, I also live in Swindon (Kingsdown-SSM) and I am LauraC's mum.

Love reading the DIBB, missed out my holiday to Florida last Oct with Laura and family as dislocated my knee 3 weeks before!
...
Forum: General Chat 20 Feb 13, 10:27 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,034
Posted By Clarina
Congratulations! Have sent you a pm, we have...

Congratulations!
Have sent you a pm, we have a motorhome and are looking to go further afield now I have retired!
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 6 Nov 12, 03:31 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 564
Posted By Clarina
Excellent service from Age UK travel insurance

I was unable to go on holiday with my daughter (laurac), SIL and grandchildren due to injuring my knee 3 weeks before we were due to fly. I am still on crutches 6 weeks after the injury!

I...
Forum: Pre-Trip Reports 18 Oct 12, 04:23 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,562
Posted By Clarina
Nanny Gill here! So sad that my knee has not...

Nanny Gill here!
So sad that my knee has not recovered and I have had to cancel my holiday!:cry:
I had been so looking forward to it, hopefully I will be able to go in the future.
Have a wonderful...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 2 Oct 12, 10:07 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,527
Posted By Clarina
Nanny Gill here! Than you all so much for all...

Nanny Gill here!
Than you all so much for all the kind thoughts and replies.
I am recovering slowly, unfortunately I have a new hip on the same leg hence the slow progress! Hopping on one leg with...
Forum: Pre-Trip Reports 20 Jul 12, 08:12 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,562
Posted By Clarina
Nanny Gill here! Cannot believe that this...

Nanny Gill here!

Cannot believe that this my last day at work!

So looking forward to a well earned rest and our holiday!
...
Forum: General Chat 15 Jun 12, 08:50 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 273
Posted By Clarina
:tiggerbou:mickeybou:goofy_bou:donald_bo:mickeybou...

:tiggerbou:mickeybou:goofy_bou:donald_bo:mickeybou:tiggerbou
Thought I would join you too!

Nanny Gill (Laurac's mum)
Forum: Pre-Trip Reports 18 May 12, 07:46 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,562
Posted By Clarina
Nanny Gill Here! Have enjoyed reading this,...

Nanny Gill Here!

Have enjoyed reading this, now I know what I have let myself in for! :):)

Just looking forward to it all, especially seeing Niamh and Fin enjoying themselves (Laura & John...
Forum: Pre-Trip Reports 21 Apr 12, 12:34 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,562
Posted By Clarina
Nanny Gill here! Have now handed my notice...

Nanny Gill here!

Have now handed my notice in, so only have 3 months left until I retire!:):) It is going to take forever to go!

I am so looking forward to this holiday now, it is really...
Forum: Pre-Trip Reports 4 Nov 11, 02:40 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,562
Posted By Clarina
Nanny Gill here! I am so looking forward to...

Nanny Gill here!

I am so looking forward to this holiday next year:):)

Getting lots of ideas from the DIBB! especially about the food!

I hope by then I will feel a little bit braver, as...
Forum: General Chat 4 Nov 11, 02:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 181
Posted By Clarina
I am taking my granddaughter Niamh (LauraC's...

I am taking my granddaughter Niamh (LauraC's daughter) she is 4 1/2 and we haven't told her yet, I am telling her tonight!

We are going tomorrow afternoon and I am so excited about going and...
Forum: General Chat 30 Sep 11, 08:53 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 1,742
Posted By Clarina
Just brilliant! :):)

Just brilliant! :):)
Forum: General Chat 24 Jun 11, 08:01 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 242
Posted By Clarina
My Daughter (LauraC) has her Graduation tomorrow the 25th

Just had to say that we are so proud of our daughter Laura (LauraC) and all she has achieved over the past 9 years while studying with the OU.

During this time she has had two children, and she...
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