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RICHARD FORD

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RICHARD FORD @richardfordshow.bsky.social · 2h

Another overcast sky but the sun is on the way.

Probably true of life, that, as there’s always hope around the corner.

Whichever rut you find yourself in, there’s always a way forward.

I’m sourcing and wrapping gifts again today… how about you?

Have a good one, whatever your plan…

😃🤚

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Peter Stefanovic @peterstefanovic.bsky.social · 1d

BREAKING: “There is no doubting that the impact of Brexit is severe and long lasting” says Chancellor Rachel Reeves

It’s about time!

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RICHARD FORD @richardfordshow.bsky.social · 1d

Good morning, Hettie!
😃🤚

RICHARD FORD @richardfordshow.bsky.social · 1d

Midweek mayhem.

I don’t mind a Wednesday.

Happy Hump Day said someone.

I have to wrap some presents today. 🎁

A couple of imminent birthdays in the family. 🎂

Having said that, I need to get into Santa mode soon due to being abroad at Christmas. 🎅🏻

First time ‘ever’!

Have a great day…

😉🤚

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RICHARD FORD @richardfordshow.bsky.social · 2d

As you were…
65 for flu, and 75 for COVID.
No such restrictions for the latter in France though…

RICHARD FORD @richardfordshow.bsky.social · 2d

Delighted to say that I wouldn’t qualify for that in the UK then.
I understood though, that it’s 65, not 75…
(Maybe it depends on region?)

RICHARD FORD @richardfordshow.bsky.social · 2d

Fix the shingles before preventing the shingles; I get it! 😉

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RICHARD FORD @richardfordshow.bsky.social · 2d

An overcast start here but lots to do.

Time for a free October flu jab for a start… 💉

Prevention being better than cure.

Enquire about a COVID injection whilst there…

You have to be proactive and go for these things.

Look after yourself as a way forward; you know it makes sense.

Happy Tuesday!

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RICHARD FORD @richardfordshow.bsky.social · 5d

She’s been in hiding for over a year, and there is doubt that she’ll go to Oslo to accept the award!🥇

(At least you-know-who didn’t get it! 😅)

RICHARD FORD @richardfordshow.bsky.social · 6d

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Nobel Peace Prize 2025 live updates: Venezuelan democracy activist María Corina Machado wins

Nominations closed in January but US President Donald Trump had led a public campaign to win the award.

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RICHARD FORD @richardfordshow.bsky.social · 6d

These electric bikes are just ‘whoosh’ and they’re on top of you.
Mind you, I’ve been caught out by almost silent cars before.
It’s progress, I suppose.

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Luce Leonard @luceleonard.bsky.social · 7d

Image thanks to International Buddhist Meditation Center - Los Angeles, CA
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RICHARD FORD @richardfordshow.bsky.social · 6d

Well, that’s what I thought.
The thing these days is that almost everyone has a camera on their phone, but they don’t get the quality of photos that you achieve.
Maybe cats and ferrets are easier…
😃

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RICHARD FORD @richardfordshow.bsky.social · 6d

Can’t wait!
Plenty of lovely planning to be done yet, but we have to be up in that direction for a wedding, so it’d be silly not to!

RICHARD FORD @richardfordshow.bsky.social · 6d

Your photos are so good though!

What do I know, but can you go with lighter equipment?
(Or is that a silly question?!) 📷

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RICHARD FORD @richardfordshow.bsky.social · 6d

Couldn’t agree more!
Compulsory insurance in France (and Spain from January) and a top speed of 25kph, under 16mph.
I almost got wiped out by one in Beni last week coz they’re quiet, fast, and dangerous.
Give me a motorbike with proper gear and training any day!

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RICHARD FORD @richardfordshow.bsky.social · 6d

Thank you very much.
🚐…
Hopefully Scotland this time next year!
😉/🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

RICHARD FORD @richardfordshow.bsky.social · 6d

When transporting the Kawasaki inside the camper, the bed has to be reduced in width to single size, or settee.

We’ve made cushion covers and a valance today, as well as tidying up the memory foam bits, & I think the result is alright for DIY.

Of course, put up the table and it’s very cosy!

😃🤚🏍️🏕️

Matching cushion covers on a camper van settee

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RICHARD FORD @richardfordshow.bsky.social · 6d

Although time waits for no man…
It’s already evening.
How did that happen?
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RICHARD FORD @richardfordshow.bsky.social · 7d

Apparently, it’s Thursday.

Not sure how that happened…

It’s also a granddaughter’s birthday (school!)
&
a daughter’s wedding anniversary (aunt, work!)

Life carries on, but
tick-tock…

Tempus fugit!

This time lark is a bit concerning sometimes.

Good job I’m not on the sauce like Captain Haddock!

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RICHARD FORD @richardfordshow.bsky.social · 7d

I’ve been cutting up foam for camper mattress infill today.

The electric carving knife usually saved for Sunday afternoon came in very handy!

Those blocks now need covers in excess curtain material, and it’ll be good to go.

Total cost: zero, as all ‘kept in stock’!

#BargainLovingBrits

😎🤚 🚐…

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RICHARD FORD @richardfordshow.bsky.social · 8d

🧲

Wednesday.

Let’s go!

Have a great one!

😃🤚

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RICHARD FORD @richardfordshow.bsky.social · 8d

The recent full moon has a lot to answer for…

That, and the cheese, of course…

🎃 💤

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RICHARD FORD @richardfordshow.bsky.social · 9d

Insulate the loft at number one…

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RICHARD FORD @richardfordshow.bsky.social · 9d

It’s early October and likely to fall to 7 degrees tonight around here.

That’s not exactly Arctic but I’m feeling it.

On the Costa Blanca it’ll remain around 20C even at 4 in the morning.

Just saying…

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