COLD DARK ROOM

[ZEROPILOT]

I'm assuming that you aren't licensed to ride a motorcycle?

 

[ZEROPILOT]

Though you may have to stop a few time so i can have a breath of fresh air.
And a cigarette, if that's not too contradictory.

I don't smoke. But I also don't mind

 

[Tidgy's Dad]

I'm assuming that you aren't licensed to ride a motorcycle?

Do you have to be licensed to be a passenger ?
i don't think you do in the UK.
I've ridden pillion a few times, mainly while hitching, so I know about leaning for the corners and stuff.
Always scares me half to death, mind.

 

[Tidgy's Dad]

I don't smoke. But I also don't mind

I don't smoke in cars.
I think that's horrible and makes me feel sick.

 

[ZEROPILOT]

Do you have to be licensed to be a passenger ?
i don't think you do in the UK.
I've ridden pillion a few times, mainly while hitching, so I know about leaning for the corners and stuff.
Always scares me half to death, mind.

Not as a passenger.

 

[ZEROPILOT]

Take care.
Gotta go.

 

[Tidgy's Dad]

Take care.
Gotta go.

You, too, Ed, be careful on that long journey.
Frequent rest stops and coffee (or Mountain Dew).
I'm off out with Tidgy, now.
Doubt we'll cover 1,000 miles though.
One if she's feeling energetic, at most.

 

[jaizei]

When you get to Florida, we'll be doing LOTS of driving.

Florida is tricky like that. You get to the state line and think you're almost there. Then you get to drive for hours looking at the ocean.

 

[Tidgy's Dad]

Tidgy's staring up at me with those big pleading eyes, so see you later, Roommates!

 

[JoesMum]

Quite, understand you can't give details, wouldn't be proper.
This overview was exactly what i wanted; thanks.
I think it's important to have an 'independent' body at work here, though sometimes there will be a personal involvement, children or friends children at the school ?

I started as a Parent Governor - Elected representatives 'of' (not 'for' - important difference) parents on the Governing Body when my son was in the school. Son left and I stayed (I became an Appointed Governor) as I believe that all youngsters should have the same opportunities my son did (or better)

So would you say, in general, that school governors are popular with headmasters and teaching staff ?

Ooh that's a difficult one. At our school I'd say yes; we're not regarded as the enemy. They realise that we're doing it for the kids just like they are. We are there to support as well as to criticise. The governors and the staff should be aiming for the same things and for the same reasons.

In some other schools, fortunately a minority, the governors are not so well regarded. Depending on the school this may be a problem with the governors not doing their job properly... or with the school not doing theirs properly. I know of examples of both!

 

[Marinated mamma]

Good afternoon, mamma.
Hope the day goes quickly and smoothly.

No it dragged so bad and it's overcast here muggy n horrible boo

 

[Marinated mamma]

Welcome back, though i'll be leaving shortly for some outside time with Tidgy.

Yeah that's where I've been in garden trying to teach them fetch ... Unsuccessfully

 

[Linhdan Nguyen]

Hi all! Its been awhile since ive been on ! Ive been a bit busy. Hopefully i can pop back in later. Hope all is well! Adam i did get to read about your injury. Im so sorry. Hope you are feeling MUCH better !

 

[Tidgy's Dad]

I started as a Parent Governor - Elected representatives 'of' (not 'for' - important difference) parents on the Governing Body when my son was in the school. Son left and I stayed (I became an Appointed Governor) as I believe that all youngsters should have the same opportunities my son did (or better)


Ooh that's a difficult one. At our school I'd say yes; we're not regarded as the enemy. They realise that we're doing it for the kids just like they are. We are there to support as well as to criticise. The governors and the staff should be aiming for the same things and for the same reasons.

In some other schools, fortunately a minority, the governors are not so well regarded. Depending on the school this may be a problem with the governors not doing their job properly... or with the school not doing theirs properly. I know of examples of both!

Thanks, Seems to be a necessary, and mostly good, system.
Wonder what Lyn thinks ?

 

[Tidgy's Dad]

Yeah that's where I've been in garden trying to teach them fetch ... Unsuccessfully

Sorry you had a long day.
Feet up and relax this evening ?
I gave up with the fetch stuff, but she's getting pretty good at golf and batting in cricket.
No good at fielding though.
I scored 546 runs last week while she was getting the ball.
Then collapsed exhausted. (me, not Tidgy).
The game was a draw.

 

[JoesMum]

Thanks, Seems to be a necessary, and mostly good, system.
Wonder what Lyn thinks ?

Not sure if the system works the same in Wales. Education there is devolved to the Welsh government.

 

[Gillian M]

Yes, I have.

Good evening.

So am I to understand that your answer is a BIG "NO?"

Regards to Wifey and a kiss to Tidgy from Oli.

 

[Tidgy's Dad]

Good evening.

So am I to understand that your answer is a BIG "NO?"

Regards to Wifey and a kiss to Tidgy from Oli.

wifey says, 'Hello back' and Tidgy is asleep after an hour and a bit in the sun playing cricket.
Good evening, Gillian.
You understand correctly.

 

[Gillian M]

wifey says, 'Hello back' and Tidgy is asleep after an hour and a bit in the sun playing cricket.
Good evening, Gillian.
You understand correctly.

No "negotiations?" No discussions? no, no,no?

 

[Steve_carter]

We're so-so. Rather bored. Moreover, the HOT weather is having its negative effects on Oli. He's been inactive and restless lately.

Aww bless Oli. Hopefully the weather cools and gives him a boost!