Mrs Bloggs 'At Home' Etiquette/Protocols
Of course.
Words, Dylan, Humming and finally Silent. It was during the latter phase that I felt we were perhaps pushing our luck with the local boys who appeared to be catching on.
The girls however...
Words, Dylan, Humming and finally Silent. It was during the latter phase that I felt we were perhaps pushing our luck with the local boys who appeared to be catching on.
The girls however...
clareprop, perhaps the village was Platres, famous for the Trout Farm and restaurant?
'brandy' from Keo? Well, that's what they call it and at least it doesn't taste of pine resin. But it shouldn't really be thought of as anything resembling real brandy. However, in a brandy sour, served from Chris' plastic jug - the business!
'brandy' from Keo? Well, that's what they call it and at least it doesn't taste of pine resin. But it shouldn't really be thought of as anything resembling real brandy. However, in a brandy sour, served from Chris' plastic jug - the business!
BEags,
No, Platres I know. It was just north'ish of Oroklini.
Oh yes, the Brandy Sour's...definitely "spesh for you...." from Dion's on the Larnaca Road.
No, Platres I know. It was just north'ish of Oroklini.
Oh yes, the Brandy Sour's...definitely "spesh for you...." from Dion's on the Larnaca Road.
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I was told this by one of my crewmen in the late 70's so it must be true.
In the sergeants mess at Aldergrove was a certain WRAC who was known as the 'Kangerillor Kid' She was not only as ugly as sin she but could hurl down beer faster than any bloke in the mess
During a normal out of control drinking session one army warrant officer grabbed a bottle of whisky off the bar and declared. "That's for the bloke who has her."
Without batting an eyelid she grabbed another bottle. "And this one's from me."
In the sergeants mess at Aldergrove was a certain WRAC who was known as the 'Kangerillor Kid' She was not only as ugly as sin she but could hurl down beer faster than any bloke in the mess
During a normal out of control drinking session one army warrant officer grabbed a bottle of whisky off the bar and declared. "That's for the bloke who has her."
Without batting an eyelid she grabbed another bottle. "And this one's from me."
There was the occasion when ****** ******** walked into the bar with spectacularly ugly bird. He was duly presented with the pot. And then he introduced everyone to his fiancee.
There were also occasions when it was found that the girls were playing "Ghoul Pool"
There were also occasions when it was found that the girls were playing "Ghoul Pool"
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Thirty years previous the top dollar for a kebab at Niazi's was IIRC 15/6 and about 12/6 elsewhere.
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the other half were taught by a PI who turned FCO Official
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I'd stumbled upon MM's thread early this morning due to a quiet day at Scruggs - The Preferred Purveyors of Aviation Propulsion to Her Majesty.
Unfortunately I'd been reading 'The etiquette of breaking wind' during a VIP visit to the teutonic version of 'Mission Control'. Our mostly sober and professional demur was somewhat compromised by myself helplessly sniggering, crying and incapable of coherent speech.
The result? Glad tidings did I not receive from the CEO and proceeded to give him a damn good listening to later in the day.
My deepest thanks to all that have contributed to the re-awakening my social deficits (Option for Changes was my demise 2ATAF). I later found that in the world of SLC and layovers that these wonderful values were mostly lacking, much to my dismay.
My sincerest thanks once more to all protagonists especially MM, PN, BEagle, Melchet. I haven't giggled so much in years.
JS
Unfortunately I'd been reading 'The etiquette of breaking wind' during a VIP visit to the teutonic version of 'Mission Control'. Our mostly sober and professional demur was somewhat compromised by myself helplessly sniggering, crying and incapable of coherent speech.
The result? Glad tidings did I not receive from the CEO and proceeded to give him a damn good listening to later in the day.
My deepest thanks to all that have contributed to the re-awakening my social deficits (Option for Changes was my demise 2ATAF). I later found that in the world of SLC and layovers that these wonderful values were mostly lacking, much to my dismay.
My sincerest thanks once more to all protagonists especially MM, PN, BEagle, Melchet. I haven't giggled so much in years.
JS
Timing Is Everything...
........ well Jetslut, you will have seen why this Thread has been one of the most popular in ages.
Perhaps the answer is to suggest to your CEO that he logs on and sees what he's missing. He certainly needs to get out more!
O-D
Perhaps the answer is to suggest to your CEO that he logs on and sees what he's missing. He certainly needs to get out more!
O-D
Do you think it likely ......
.....that Mr Muscle mech, having drained us shamelessly of our social advice, will have the good grace to raise the prospect of the return match? Will Mrs MM wish to participate having dipped out on Part1 the first? I do feel that he ought to give us the likely date of the rematch so that we can get our ducks in a row(I don't believe I said that)ready to dispense appropriate wisdom.
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The Ancient Mariner
Only on Pprune is such a vast reservoir of experience and goodheartedness available - FOR FREE!!
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You're Absolutely .........
........... right, Rossian. There is a different emphasis on being the Host to being the Guest.
Selecting the Guest list for a start.
I have given much thought as to how MM can capitalise on the 'relationship' with "down zipper Daphne".
The form of the invite, who to invite to 'freshen up' the atmosphere.
How to score social points (being on first name terms with the Lord Lieutenant is a good start!!).
Yes, ladies and gentlemen, I see another 500+ posts as we run up to the rematch. Thinking caps on - Go!
O-D
Selecting the Guest list for a start.
I have given much thought as to how MM can capitalise on the 'relationship' with "down zipper Daphne".
The form of the invite, who to invite to 'freshen up' the atmosphere.
How to score social points (being on first name terms with the Lord Lieutenant is a good start!!).
Yes, ladies and gentlemen, I see another 500+ posts as we run up to the rematch. Thinking caps on - Go!
O-D
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Only another 500 Posts ? I think we could go well over this.
As you said, for a start we need to assist with the invitation
and who to invite but then we would get to discuss the RSVP's,
then the catering, then the actual function and then the post op report.
And if "down zipper Daphne's" performance was similar to last time,
that is 50 posts by itself !!!
Looking forward to it.
Only another 500 Posts ? I think we could go well over this.
As you said, for a start we need to assist with the invitation
and who to invite but then we would get to discuss the RSVP's,
then the catering, then the actual function and then the post op report.
And if "down zipper Daphne's" performance was similar to last time,
that is 50 posts by itself !!!
Looking forward to it.
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A faint blush crept into her cheeks,
'Gosh', she simpered prettily, 'whatever must you think of me, my zipper stuck open again?'
Daphne did not, to Flight Lieutenat Captain the Lord Musclemech's eyes, appear to be THAT upset by her deshabille...
'Not to worry Daffers old fruit', he replied, 'my swiss army knife will fix that in a trice...'
20,000 Pprune onlookers groaned in unison, half wrote to their MP while the rest begain climbing onto the outrage bus that had brought them to the soiree.
(To be continued. (c) Mills & SAS productions).
'Gosh', she simpered prettily, 'whatever must you think of me, my zipper stuck open again?'
Daphne did not, to Flight Lieutenat Captain the Lord Musclemech's eyes, appear to be THAT upset by her deshabille...
'Not to worry Daffers old fruit', he replied, 'my swiss army knife will fix that in a trice...'
20,000 Pprune onlookers groaned in unison, half wrote to their MP while the rest begain climbing onto the outrage bus that had brought them to the soiree.
(To be continued. (c) Mills & SAS productions).
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I assure you my blood pressure was fairly stable as I typed <g>
Now, where was I? Oh yes....
Daphne eyed the proffered tool keenly -
'Why MM, what a resourceful cove you are! Perhaps we could retire behind the aspidistra and, ahem, adjust my couture?' She allowed her fan to shimmer gently, her eyes meeting his momentarily before dropping demurely to puzzle over his footwear. 'Green wellies', she thought, 'how practical this man is!'
Captain the Honourable Musclemech followed her slowly, fingering the small corkscrew briefly before deciding on the spike as more likely to suffice.
Across the room Bentley, the butler, caught a faint giggle ....
(c) Cynthia Rampant, Mills & SAS, 2010
Now, where was I? Oh yes....
Daphne eyed the proffered tool keenly -
'Why MM, what a resourceful cove you are! Perhaps we could retire behind the aspidistra and, ahem, adjust my couture?' She allowed her fan to shimmer gently, her eyes meeting his momentarily before dropping demurely to puzzle over his footwear. 'Green wellies', she thought, 'how practical this man is!'
Captain the Honourable Musclemech followed her slowly, fingering the small corkscrew briefly before deciding on the spike as more likely to suffice.
Across the room Bentley, the butler, caught a faint giggle ....
(c) Cynthia Rampant, Mills & SAS, 2010
A Wry Smile
Last evening Mrs O-D, ably assisted by yours truly whose main function was to test the suitability of any liquid refreshment offered, had a little 'Mrs Bloggs at Home' sort of do.
Unfortunately, there were no unattached ladies with zippers in need of adjustment but as our preparations went ahead and then battle was joined, I had to smile as I recalled some of the amusing posts on this Thread.
So, guys and gals, thanks for all the comments over the past couple of months, as I've posted before; this has probably one of the best Threads on pprune for ages.
Christmas greetings and obtw, as one of my guests departed, he reminded me of an impromptu cocktail party we held on the village green a few years ago. General agreement is we need to start planning the 'impromptu' street party for the Royal wedding - can't wait for April 29 2011!! Map coordinates to be posted idc.
O-D - off to walk the dogs
Unfortunately, there were no unattached ladies with zippers in need of adjustment but as our preparations went ahead and then battle was joined, I had to smile as I recalled some of the amusing posts on this Thread.
So, guys and gals, thanks for all the comments over the past couple of months, as I've posted before; this has probably one of the best Threads on pprune for ages.
Christmas greetings and obtw, as one of my guests departed, he reminded me of an impromptu cocktail party we held on the village green a few years ago. General agreement is we need to start planning the 'impromptu' street party for the Royal wedding - can't wait for April 29 2011!! Map coordinates to be posted idc.
O-D - off to walk the dogs