Cate in NZ Posted November 18, 2005 Share Posted November 18, 2005 The forum's a funny place really, don't get me wrong, I absolutely love it (hence the fact that I waste so much time on it ) and I really feel like I've got to know so many of you really well, but have actually only ever met 2 other forum members, and them very, very briefly, more's the pity. Oh, and my claim to fame.... I've met Simon of the bottom But I think we reveal so much of ourselves on here, and I think knowing so much about each other seems as if the initial "getting to know you" first meeting barriers have been broken down already, without ever seeing each other. Oh, boy, that sounds convoluted even to me- there might be an edit coming on when I can sort out what I'm trying to say . I posted several days ago about a London get-together, and I'm sorry but I went very quiet on the subect after that. I am still very keen on the idea though if some of you are too. I've been trying to think around the venue thing though, London's a mighty big place and I'm sure there's some perfect places, but I'm not sure where. Ideas so far: Kew Gardens, lovely gardens, several nice cafes which serve nice teas/ coffees, cakes etc, and I know for sure that they use organic/ free range produce. Cafes aren't expensive, but I'm pretty certain that you have to pay to get into the gardens, and I'm not sure if it's possible to do one without the other. I'm there early Dec as daughter's ice skating there (cousin's bithday party)so I can check that out . Chelsea Physic Garden. I've not been there for years, and never in winter, but it's open for first 2 sundays in Feb, and it has a tea-room, I can find out more about it if that seems a good option. Afternoon tea in a hotel. Preferably not too grand (The Ritz is out for me, I don't want to have to wear twin-set & pearls), but some of them seem a bit more down to earth, and definitely more reasonably priced, and they are generally pretty central. Those are just my first ideas, please post/ PM if anyone has any better ideas, because I'm not convinced that mine are the best, and I'll keep thinking too. We've got to do this Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted November 18, 2005 Share Posted November 18, 2005 Those ideas sound good to me Kate, especially Kew. i'm pretty booked up at the beginning of December but will try to make whatever you decide on. Buffster - if you want to come, and can't get down there let me know - If I am going i will probably drive, so if you can get Mikey to bring you to my place I'll do the driving. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cate in NZ Posted November 18, 2005 Author Share Posted November 18, 2005 Clare I'm thinking about after Christmas now, maybe sometime between mid Jan & early Feb . It'd be nice to do something once all the excitement and activity of Christmas is over, and to have something to look forward to, because I always find January such a miserable month, cold, miserable and dark evenings. I don't know if that would suit everyone else though:? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted November 18, 2005 Share Posted November 18, 2005 That sounds brill Kate - count us in. We've been meaning to come to Kew again for ages, so we'll be there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jules Posted November 18, 2005 Share Posted November 18, 2005 Just caught up on the thread! Count me in as it would be great to meet you all and talk chickens Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cate in NZ Posted November 18, 2005 Author Share Posted November 18, 2005 Excellent Jules, arrangements are still very flexible, but I'll PM you, it'd be great to meet you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
red Posted November 20, 2005 Share Posted November 20, 2005 Can someone PM me in on any plans for a get together - I hate to miss out on a good party Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted November 20, 2005 Share Posted November 20, 2005 It'd be great to meet you all at last. Kate, let me know if you need any help - are you listing all those who have said yes so far? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ruth Posted November 21, 2005 Share Posted November 21, 2005 Can I join the list too? I really enjoyed the "Herb Centre" get-together! Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buffie Posted November 22, 2005 Share Posted November 22, 2005 Sorry been busy and now have a miserable cold, not good with daisie up for a wild run round in a cold field!! Feb 18th/19th may be ok for me, not sure if I'm too late. If you want to do earlier I'll understand but I have alot happening because of the big '40' Thanks for offer Clare! kew sounds nice. We can always do something else another time too!! BBx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnnieP Posted November 22, 2005 Share Posted November 22, 2005 Count me in! Perhaps if I'm not around nearer the time, someone will email me? Builders are due to finish on Feb 20th, so I'll be Omletting again seriously after then! (has anyone ever had a building project finish on time?) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted November 22, 2005 Share Posted November 22, 2005 Never, that's why the company I work for does so well, sorting out disputes - mostly related to delays and snagging problems Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cate in NZ Posted November 27, 2005 Author Share Posted November 27, 2005 I'm planning on the London meet up for Kew on Sat 14th Jan, I think, I hope that I've just PM'd everyone within easy travelling distance of London and/ or those who'd expressed interest in the thread. If I've not PM'd you please let me know, my geography and memory are dreadful, so it's not a deliberate omission. It'd be great to see as many people as can make it, although I suspect that this simply isn't going to be convenient for everyone, but hopefully if it's a success we can do it again. We could have nationwide Omlet get-togethers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Frugal Posted November 27, 2005 Share Posted November 27, 2005 Can you put us down as possibles please Kate? I'd love to come and I'm sure the boys would but LSH's not sure what he's doing that far ahead (I guess he's not sure whether it would clash with golf ). It's also my brother's birthday but he probably won't be doing anything! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnnieW Posted November 27, 2005 Share Posted November 27, 2005 Hello Kate - can I come? It's not too far from sunny Sussex. Annie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted November 27, 2005 Share Posted November 27, 2005 It's my daughter's birthday and 2 days after Lauren's and we may actually be in London - I'll see what the plans are. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popcorn Posted November 27, 2005 Share Posted November 27, 2005 We might be possibles too, it's MIL's Birthday weekend, but it will more than likely be celebrated on the Sunday, so let me know anyway, and I'll see what we can do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Blue Sky Posted November 27, 2005 Share Posted November 27, 2005 Can we play too? Kew is really near for us, and a lovely day out as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Frugal Posted November 28, 2005 Share Posted November 28, 2005 I'm working on LSH ! Plenty of lemon meringue pies and strawberry trifles should do the trick plus I'm hosting a party for all the inlaws in a fortnight so I deserve a BIG favour from him for having to suffer that !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted November 28, 2005 Share Posted November 28, 2005 We're on for it, have PM'd you Kate A Can't wait - something to look forward to after all the Christmas/New Year palaver and it will brighten up the cold, grey winter months! grd, you'd better wear those pants if you're coming! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted November 28, 2005 Share Posted November 28, 2005 So far away.......... I only get let out to collect the eggs, and feed the chooks..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Louise Posted November 28, 2005 Share Posted November 28, 2005 We could always organise our own one Shona Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chunkin Posted November 28, 2005 Share Posted November 28, 2005 I'd like to come too please! There are several of us in the Oxfordshire area and en route to London - maybe we could arrange some kind of transport share?? Shona and louise - sorry we can't visit you, I LOVE Scotland, especially in Winter. I usually try to go climbing in February, if so I'll try and visit then! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted November 28, 2005 Share Posted November 28, 2005 We should be able to make it. Daughter, granddaughter and I are sharing a birthday visit to the London Eye. Depends on the time chosen for the Eye as we want to start in daylight and finish when the lights are on. I'll have to study sunset times etc. (I've been 'encouraging' Kate to 'encourage' her LSH - OK - I'm a bully ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clare* Posted November 28, 2005 Share Posted November 28, 2005 My husbands going on the London Eye tomorrow. Not with me though business trip he says:roll: Jolly more like Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...