Special Invite To Forum Members - 2019

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  1. Fat Controller

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    OK, these are in no particular order, and have not been edited/cropped in any way...


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    These young folks sang their hearts out for us, and I think it is fair to say that they were absolutely outstanding!
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    This young lady in particular (in my humble opinion) is set to be a star, and I really would not be surprised to see her on TV someday because she is famous as a result of her voice. Sorry the picture isn't great, it was a long distance shot, but I am sure that @shiney will be able to enlighten us as to who they all are.

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    Some of the beautiful creations for sale:
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    And then onto the garden itself......... taken on an amble, in the style of our @ARMANDII, and I know we were all thinking of him today and wishing him well.
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    Doing a roaring trade!
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      The amble continues..

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      Of course, whilst for us it was all about the fun and the socialising, everything goes to aid a very worthy cause (I am sure that @shiney would be able to advise anyone who was unable to attend, but would still like to make a donation):
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        And there is more...

        As always, the event was well signed on the roadside, with the beautiful planted verge behind:
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        • Fat Controller

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          And more:

          I feel a song coming on...

          Why do you build me up (build me up) buttercup, baby
          Just to let me down (let me down) and mess me around?
          And then worst of all (worst of all) you never call, baby
          When you say you will (say you will) but I love you still
          I need you (I need you) more than anyone, darlin'
          You know that I have from the start
          So build me up (build me up) buttercup, don't break my heart...


          C'mon, sing up at the back! :biggrin:
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          @shiney - I believe this is Sarafi? Very friendly, followed us around on our wander...
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          Isn't this clematis gorgeous!
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          • Fat Controller

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            In stealth mode......
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            The raffle prizes, at least one of which should be mine? Surely I have a lucky ticket??
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            Proper bags for life!
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            • Marley Farley

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              :yahoo::yahoo: This is what I have been waiting for.. !! I love to see the pics..:SUNsmile:

              Wow wee great photos.! Looks a great day @Fat Controller.. Somehow I just have to get there next year.. Every year I try and every year I am thwarted.. Next year.. :thumbsup:
               
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                I have no idea what this is, but isn't it just glorious!
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                Again, another long distance shot, so not the best, but the lady singing here has one of those voices..... you know, the sort you could listen to all day and never tire. Her range and variety is remarkable (and she is so lovely too!)
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                Could this be our new ph fallic foxglove, to compliment @Beckie76's bush and asparagus?
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                And yet another star of the show, the lovely Mrs Shiney
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                Our @shiney making sure that everyone was well looked after as always
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                And our very own @roders
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                Now, don't tell everyone, but I have heard a rumour that this is the new GC Special Branch....... :biggrin:
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                  A few last shots before we had to go and play with the traffic!

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                  Any fears that I had about an empty garden this year are slowly evaporating:
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                  And back home...... my garden is sadly not a patch on @shiney's, but none the less I love it. We managed to just catch the garden centre around the corner from our house on our way in (we needed compost), and inevitably we ended up with some carrots, edamame beans and a couple of fuchsias - here is today's purchases before we put them away.
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                  The sheer hard work that @shiney and Mrs Shiney put in to arranging this year cannot be overestimated - but boy is it worth it. Mrs C and I would like to extend our personal thanks to both @shiney and Mrs Shiney for such a warm welcome, and a wonderful day.

                  I would also like to thank everyone on the GC table - it really was lovely to see you all, even if it was somewhat briefly; and thank you for being.... well, for being you really, and for being such a happy, friendly bunch. I consider it an honour to know each of you.
                   
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                  • Snorky85

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                    Lovely pics there FC, indeed it was a lovely day and great to meet up in person. I'm so glad you were well enough to come along :)
                     
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                      A small selection of group photos. Apologies but my photography skills are non-existant!
                       
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                      • Sheal

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                        It looks like you've all had a grand day and thank you for sharing your pictures. :dbgrtmb:
                         
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                          I can feel the glow from the comraderie all the way over here.

                          One of the few times I have sat with a smile on my face whilst experiencing total envy of everyone there!

                          P,ease tell Mrs. Shiney that I am sat here unfurling my ears to calm myself! :)
                           
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                            Hi Lori, Mrs Shiney thanks you for your lovely gift :wub2:

                            We were all wishing you could have joined us. I won't tell you what they were saying about you :whistle: :heehee:
                             
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                              Wow.....looks like I missed something quite special. I need to make sure I can go next year:)
                               
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                                Looks fabulous, glad everything went well and that you all had a great time :awesome:
                                 
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