Just thought I’d mention that Barry (aka Spitfireman on the forum) has been really quite poorly and in hospital – hence his recent and notable absence here.
No doubt other forum users who enjoy his informative and amusing postings might like to know and be able to wish him well.
By: Blue_2 - 23rd February 2011 at 09:46
I reckon you have just covered all the reasons the rest of us like it here. Some of the other forums I’ve tried seem cold and impersoanl and – I don’t know just not as friendly as this one somehow.
…it’s because this is the forum for Human aviation enthusiasts/nutters/whatever we call ourselves!
Baz, glad you’re back home and on the mend. Now kindly stop hollering “Nurse! The screens!” 😀
By: mike currill - 23rd February 2011 at 06:14
Bruce, I feel the same way.
With offers of help setting up the Spitfire at Shoreham, ( it is just swinging the wings out that needs manpower for about 5 minutes and the same to fold her up ) and maybe a bit of carrying ( props, rudder, elevator etc ) it won’t feel such a chore and whack me out for the day. I just need to get a little closer to the day to see if I’m up to the journey.
Another forumite, Dr Strangelove pitched up this evening and helped with a bit of food and shifted bags of coal (I tried and gave up!) and made sure I was comfortable for the evening with a fire, etc. Thanks Mike.
I like this forum and the people on it. I like the ‘nitpickers’, the spelling and grammer mistakes (including mine), the willingness to share information, the humour and the odd bundle between the different members. Through Sunday night/ Monday morning I laughed out loud waking up the entire ward whilst reading ‘prickly subject’ in GD ( before it was modded!! )
I like the immense knowledge shared by the likes of professional aviation people (aka Andy Saunders, Mark12 etc) and most of all, the compassion shown to a fellow member who’s taken a beating and was feeling a little low.cheers
Baz
Good morning mate. Have a good day relaxing and getting better. I reckon you have just covered all the reasons the rest of us like it here. Some of the other forums I’ve tried seem cold and impersoanl and – I don’t know just not as friendly as this one somehow.
By: Scott Marlee - 23rd February 2011 at 02:02
sorry baz, only just saw this thread, sorry to hear you had taken ill, glad your on the mend though 🙂
Regards
Scott
By: Arabella-Cox - 22nd February 2011 at 21:58
Great to hear you are back, old chap!
Just so long as you are aware that your attendance at Shoreham is compulsory!
If I lived a bit closer you could overnight with us (you can if you want, anyway!) although you are more than welcome to stop on-site overnight if you feel up to it, or if you want to.
The main thing, though, is that you get yourself fit and well. If you can make the journey on 26 March we’d all be delighted.
Andy
By: Rocketeer - 22nd February 2011 at 21:51
Glad to see you are on the mend old chap….I hope to drag the spit fuz down your way one day…..I will bring a few Spitfire ales down to Shoreham AJ….have a sort of forum getogether……
By: spitfireman - 22nd February 2011 at 21:41
I have many friends here who I have never met in person, but have shown themselves to be made of the right stuff time and again.
Bruce, I feel the same way.
With offers of help setting up the Spitfire at Shoreham, ( it is just swinging the wings out that needs manpower for about 5 minutes and the same to fold her up ) and maybe a bit of carrying ( props, rudder, elevator etc ) it won’t feel such a chore and whack me out for the day. I just need to get a little closer to the day to see if I’m up to the journey.
Another forumite, Dr Strangelove pitched up this evening and helped with a bit of food and shifted bags of coal (I tried and gave up!) and made sure I was comfortable for the evening with a fire, etc. Thanks Mike.
I like this forum and the people on it. I like the ‘nitpickers’, the spelling and grammer mistakes (including mine), the willingness to share information, the humour and the odd bundle between the different members. Through Sunday night/ Monday morning I laughed out loud waking up the entire ward whilst reading ‘prickly subject’ in GD ( before it was modded!! )
I like the immense knowledge shared by the likes of professional aviation people (aka Andy Saunders, Mark12 etc) and most of all, the compassion shown to a fellow member who’s taken a beating and was feeling a little low.
cheers
Baz
By: inkworm - 22nd February 2011 at 21:18
I don’t think Baz could be anything other than himself, glad to hear that your main problem now is the cat, the girls both send their love and best wishes
By: BSG-75 - 22nd February 2011 at 20:57
I’m Home!
Great news Barry, – hope you stay well and recover soon, great to have you back.
By: Bruce - 22nd February 2011 at 19:41
Good Man Barry,
I am constantly surprised and delighted by the sheer selflessness and generosity of spirit shown by forum members. I have many friends here who I have never met in person, but have shown themselves to be made of the right stuff time and again.
Hopefully you will be back to your old self again soon.
Be happy to help with the Spitfire if you get to Shoreham.
Bruce
By: PeterVerney - 22nd February 2011 at 19:24
Good to hear you are home, It is always the best place.
By: Graham Adlam - 22nd February 2011 at 18:20
Top man , if you need a hand with the Spitty at Shoreham I’ll be there, now that scare is over its back to normal old boy :diablo:
By: mike currill - 22nd February 2011 at 13:23
Great news mate. Here’s hoping for a full and speedy recovery. Look after yourself in future dammit.:) Anyway now you will be able to keep us updated with your progress more easily.
By: Flygirl - 22nd February 2011 at 12:24
Good to hear your home Baz. Take care. 🙂
By: Sky High - 22nd February 2011 at 11:23
Good to hear you are home with your own “creature comforts”. I hope you get disconnected as soon as possible so that you can get back “on the road” which gives you, and us, of course, so much pleasure.:)
By: pagen01 - 22nd February 2011 at 11:07
Glad to hear that you’re back home Baz:)
By: spitfireman - 22nd February 2011 at 10:35
I’m Home!
I feel pretty much beat up, however, a lot better than 3 weeks ago:eek:
As the evening wore on the cat became the “face hugger” off Aliens and wouldn’t leave me alone!!
I would like to thank you guys for your support on the forum, you cannot believe how much it bucked me up in the early hours when unable to sleep.
Thankyou to Graham Adlam who happened to be on the phone when I was first struck ill and told me to dial 999, or he would………..!(good call)
I would especially like to thank Chris Williams (aka wingcomandrflap) who unselfishly helped me at every turn during this period. Looking after Spitfirecorner, my cat and I.
I cannot tell you how much I appreciate the help Chris has given me over the last few weeks, thanks mate.
Its going to take a while to recover from this and I’m attached to machinery for the next few months that aids the surgery etc.
Andy, not sure about Shoreham just yet, but it is my goal to be there with my Spitfire. Need to see how the next couple of weeks pan out.
Thankyou for the card BSG-75:)
Thanks again
Baz
By: Flygirl - 21st February 2011 at 18:24
thankyou for your kind words. still flat on my back in hospital with no signof escape.:rolleyes: you guys have really cheered me up. baz
🙂 Stay Positive Baz! 🙂
By: BSG-75 - 21st February 2011 at 18:21
thankyou for your kind words. still flat on my back in hospital with no signof escape.:rolleyes: you guys have really cheered me up. baz
I bet he is there all tucked with with a Hattie Jacques look alike matron…..pretending to be ill still….:diablo::eek::rolleyes:
By: mike currill - 19th February 2011 at 14:24
thankyou for your kind words. still flat on my back in hospital with no signof escape.:rolleyes: you guys have really cheered me up. baz
We do our best mate. Get well soon.
By: pagen01 - 19th February 2011 at 14:15
I was hoping you would be released yesterday Baz, still you can’t beat the care and attention, as frustrating as it might seem, where you are.
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