Special Invite To Forum Members - 2013

No sooner said than done


East Ruston / Will Giles GC Meet discussion:
http://gardenerscorner.co.uk/forum/threads/gc-meet-norfolk-east-ruston-will-giles.51942/

Hidcote Manor / Kiftsgate Court GC Meet discussion:
http://gardenerscorner.co.uk/forum/...tershire-hidcote-manor-kiftsgate-court.51943/

Excellent collection of photo's of Shineyland

 

Kristen, perhaps the GC Meet threads could be condensed into one?

It's a case of "take the 2nd ... "

Could they be combined as a "GC (Summer/Autumn/whenever) Meet"? Maybe with a poll of the two destinations initially so people could choose which would be most preferable?

Just trying to be efficient and economical, whilst remaining, effective

 

Dave, they reflected the specialness of Mike and Hanna's garden perfectly.
Thank you for another tour round this evening,
Lovely to meet you and everyone else on Shiney's list. A most wonderful weekend,which I will not forget,
Jenny namaste

 

Proper Planning Prevents moo cow wee Poor Performance ... Probably ...

That type of thing you mean?

Was looking for who was interested in which/either, hence the two threads ... and I think the possible outcomes (fires up Microsoft Project to make a Gantt Chart ... and then PowerPoint for the presentation ) are:

Not enough people interested. Can it.
Enough people interested in one, but not the other
People want to do both ... perhaps not at the same time though

I guess if people want to do both one of the events could become a "next year" thing?

Then I'll need a 3rd thread for Sissinghurst and Great Dixter ...

 

Dah'ling, just like a menu, I believe you are over thinking things (and you really should have chosen chicken and not the lamb although, admittedly, your decision on the spinach was superb!)

Naturally there will be a myriad of combinations to consider: hence why you do not provide too many options.

So, make one thread: "GC Meet" (simple, to the point).
Offer a choice between either of the two locations as a poll (thus, you see very quickly which is the most popular).
Admittedly, there will always be members such a Jenny and a Loli who will want to go to both (greedy beggars/party animals ) so, a third poll option would be "both". You could also provide a 4th option of "neither/not my thing/not interested/not this time" - choose wording carefully But that really would be superfluous.
Saves hours (lives/will to live ) on creating Gantt charts/Powerpoints

As for Sissinghurst: just tell me when (I adored it! But I adored the shilling entry fee best )

Yours sincerely
The person known as "Mum"

 

I'm so glad you all had a great weekend, hope my tiny contribution at least generated 50p?

I did try but "Mum" was determined to go and despite all my best efforts, (and Comets!) , we couldn't keep her here! maybe next year? I'll go and "Mum" can doggy sit?

Looking forward to the official piccies!

 

Trust me, Vince, they garnered far more than a humble "50p" (Mrs Shiney knows her onions )

Let me know when you need a dog sitter, Vince

 

I was so sorry not to get to meet you all yesterday, but had a great time at Shineyland today. We couldn't believe how long we'd been there when we left, the time flew by. We left laden with plants, books and cake filled tums with big smiles on our faces. The garden is fabulous, as are Mr and Mrs Shiney! On the way home mum asked if we can go again next year. I'll try and make it on the right day next time!

 

Great day, thanks everso to Mr & Mrs Shiney for making us all so welcome again

Garden looking fantastic despite the terrible weather we've had.

All the GC Members were lovely, especially my special Lady

Bit knackered after the drive home now

 

Why did no one ever tell me that before?

This is like my Dad saying to me "Do you want to mow the grass or weed the flower beds?" because he wanted me to mow the grass, and knew I was not smart enough to say "neither"

I should have delegated the task shouldn't I?

 

And, for most people, that would mean a "life sentence"

Guess it's all about *who* you know vs what you know

You kill me, Our Mandy

 

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Wow! What a testament to your inner strength that you were able to resist that temptation!

Stay safe xMx