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[GreekIslandGirl]

Yuck! This has put me off olives for life.

... oh... and was gonna post a Radical Reciple for cooking rats, which were very popular in France.... during the Siege Of Paris...

Yuck! Now you've put me off Paris.

[bill cobbett]

Yuck! This has put me off olives for life.

... oh... and was gonna post a Radical Reciple for cooking rats, which were very popular in France.... during the Siege Of Paris...

Yuck! Now you've put me off Paris.

Astonished you saw anything in the Hittite to start with...

[kurupetos]

[bill cobbett]

... blooming pavement sleepers! Get up and get on yer bike and get a job you itinerate malingerer!

[GreekIslandGirl]

Yuck! This has put me off olives for life.

... oh... and was gonna post a Radical Reciple for cooking rats, which were very popular in France.... during the Siege Of Paris...

Yuck! Now you've put me off Paris.

Astonished you saw anything in the Hittite to start with...

That's Pollux! He stole me.

[Schnauzer]

Jees how things have changed.

There was a time here in London when gents of the road would be delighted with the price of a cup of tea being made over... now they're involved in scams for luxury apartments in Kenseengton.

What is this World coming to?

I assure you Bill (if I may be so bold ?) the resourcefulness of 'Jimmy Light' is legendary among the 'Gentlemen of the Road', there are countless examples of his ingenuity the result of which has even led to a certain enviable recognition in Paris where (among his French counterparts and even those who are not) he is known as an 'Opportuniste Extraordinaire' and quite rightly so (imho).

Jimmy has frequented THE most desirable Hotels in many locations, he is no stranger to 'The Grand' in Brighton (UK) (where he regularly uses the restaurant practicing a stratagem which also affords him the use of 'The Hilton' in Blackpool, he even occasionally has bed and breakfast in both (and several others).

Notwithstanding his shabby appearance (when it suits him) he has a certain natural charm which immediately impresses any who meet him, I am sure I could regale you with countless stories of his adventures, perhaps I will.

[Get Real!]

I am sure I could regale you with countless stories of his adventures, perhaps I will.

[does the Bart Simpson emergency exit run]

[CBBB]

[Schnauzer]

On the 7th November 2011 (exactly one year ago) I posted this topic and was reminded of it today since (quite by coincidence) I received confirmation that the apartment referred to, is to be refurbished.

It would appear that some person (possibly one of the 'Dearies') actually mentioned the 'Rat' incident to a neighbour who duly passed on the information to the company which maintains the accommodation.

Since I will not be back in residence for some time, it has been decided that the entire ground floor should be torn up and a 'Concrete' floor substituted for the existing wooden one, this drastic measure is the ONLY one which the company believes will ensure that no 'Rats' (or other sources of infestation) can establish itself in the property.

My personal effects will be placed in storage whilst the works are in progress (or until my return) and I have been invited to select those fixtures and fittings from the pages of a glossy catalogue (also included in the received paperwork) which I might consider to be to my taste.

Thank 'God' for the creation of the 'Olive Tree', may it flourish for all time in the 'Lands of our Forebears' and may it's significance rival the 'Myth of the Ravens' which occupy the grounds of the 'Tower of London', reputed to be guarantors of the UK's survival for as long as they remain resident (albeit that the poor creatures have to suffer the indignity of having their wings clipped just in case they should seek refuge elsewhere) and may the branches of the 'Olive Tree' be distributed among the leaders of ALL those nations which seek to disrupt the peace and tranquility of others, a symbolic gesture which greatly precedes the 'Myth of the Ravens' with the added advantage that 'Olive Trees' cannot take flight, clipped or otherwise.

In the comfort of my commodious 'Stick Constructed and Straw Roofed' dwelling, my LEAST concern is which brand of 'Kitchen Unit' (or other appliances) may be the most suitable to my taste, however, I AM tempted to suggest that the floor of the refurbished apartment be 'Tiled' with matching 'Skirting's', such an idea is quite appealing to me since it would remind me of 'Cyprus' when I DO return to the UK some time in the future (possibly) if only the power of 'The Olive Branch' could work it's magic.

Actually, my 'Exit Left' would be considerably faster than that of 'Snagglepuss' and if the opportunity ever arose, I would fain return to my home in the mountains, perhaps seek another dog and by so doing, resurrect the fond memories of 'Moses', my old and trusted friend.