Archive for January, 2010
Broken Hair Clippers
We have to ask why folk ask - but they do.
I have owned a pair of hair clippers for over 15years now but sadly they have now come to the end of their life. In this time I have cut many folks hair for them and earned a pint here and there. How should I fund a replacement pair and how should I dispose of the old pair? Thank you
One pearl of wisdom on “Broken Hair Clippers”
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Ban on Branding
Noticed in the news
It is to be made illegal to brand Exmoor ponies in Scotland. As none are wild in Scotland surely this is just creating a law for no reason?
One pearl of wisdom on “Ban on Branding”
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Consultant K Says:
January 20th, 2010 at 5:14 pm2 reasons for the above. 1. Some animals are held in Scotland which are branded (just none of them wild) and 2. The Scottish govt likes to see its influence being greater than it is.
Next thing you know they will be looking to ban ear tagging!
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Wedding Planning
For someone looking at an outdoor wedding.
I am planning a wedding for late spring and am looking to ensure I have covered all the potential issues that may come from an outdoor wedding, on a beach in Scotland. What eventualities should I cover off and what colour of wellingtons should you wear with a kilt?
One pearl of wisdom on “Wedding Planning”
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Consultant G Says:
January 20th, 2010 at 6:45 pmCommon sense and getting married eh ! We shall skip all that and answer the question. You will need to think about tide times if you are on a beach. As for weather you could have problems there as it is an unknown this far in advance. Check the historical records for the day of choice to see what it is liable to be. Take umbrellas, but also have gore tex available (free plug) in case of wind. Also, related to the tide state, check as to whether the tide will be turning during the event as you may get a wee shower on the turn of the tide. Next are animal pests – you’ll not have any problems with midges, but the local neds and curious old biddies and crones may be an annoyance. Perhaps you could get a local policeman to attend, just in case.
Wellies and kilts are not recommended. Try just bare feet instead.
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Snow Tyres
From the snow bound Central Belt of Scotland
We are currently going through a prolonged cold period and have significant snow on the roads especially the minor ones which are ungritted. We are advised that travel conditions on roads are treacherous and not to travel but often the roads are not that bad. Should we follow these warnings and not travel, invest in snow tyres, buy snow chains or just travel with hope?
One pearl of wisdom on “Snow Tyres”
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Consultant C Says:
January 18th, 2010 at 2:56 pmIt’s best just to stay at home with a nice mug of something warm. Put your feet up in front of the fire or go outside and play in the snow. Don’t drive if you can help it - it’s naughty.
January 28th, 2010 at 4:51 pm
Dispose of them appropriately. If electrical you cannot put them in landfill. I suspect consultant K will be able to offer a load of impartial advice on this
As for funding the new pair. just buy them with money. The grateful masses may buy you more pints in the future to make up this value. It is worth it.
Busy clippers, hair dresser on fire…..