He'll be dead before too long, I'm sure.
So very shocked to hear this news. My heart goes out to you Gem, and Neil's family. He was a lovely man and with a few bloody decent brain cells too. I keep crying, then chuckling. I can't imagine how painful this is for you, and that makes me cry some more. Big hugs and lots of love xxx
Equality is about offering the same opportunities to everyone, regardless of any differences. However, that doesn't mean we are all equal.
Equality does not, and never will, exist.
Hiya Sarge, glad to see that things are good with you all.
I don't think I could live anywhere but England, but if I could move anywhere it would be Edinburgh. If it was overseas, I think I'd choose France - not too far away to come back occasionally.
I think Losty, that the reason for most is probably down to finances. Usually attending a social involves a hotel stay, dinner/breakfast, drinks, possibly taxis. For those with children, the cost of childcare, and even arranging the childcare, might be a further issue.
Star, a munch isn't 'sponsored' by the site. It's a munch because it's only organised for members of SH. A munch is usually held in a venue which is self-contained for the occasion, ie. not open to the general public, own bar, own toilets for the munch attendees. Banned members are unable to add themselves to the list, so they can't attend. Details are sent out by PM, so they can't find out the details of the venue, date etc. If someone tells a banned member those details, I believe they may also be subject to a ban. And quite rightly, in my opinion.
A social is open to non-members also. Banned members may be in attendance, but the other attendees should be made aware that there will be non- members or banned members there. I have been to socials where it has been stated on the thread that there will be banned members there; it's then up to me to find out who they are (I believe the organisers have to tell you if asked) and decide whether or not I would still attend, once in possession of their names.
The only thing we're doing is cooking dinner for my daughter and son-in-law later, then having a few birthday drinks for me. All the shopping and wrapping is done :smug: