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Post by Mr Stabby on Nov 20, 2019 19:01:19 GMT
I need to work, my disposable cash varies between a few thousand quid and zero, and my state pension is still six years away. Having said that I do find that spending a significant portion of the year at work makes the boating period more pleasurable and gives something to look forward to. In reality though driving a truck isn't "work" in the true sense of the word, the majority of my day is just spent as a steering wheel attendant while listening to the wireless.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 20, 2019 19:02:24 GMT
I need to work, my disposable cash varies between a few thousand quid and zero, and my state pension is still six years away. Having said that I do find that spending a significant portion of the year at work makes the boating period more pleasurable and gives something to look forward to. In reality though driving a truck isn't "work" in the true sense of the word, the majority of my day is just spent as a steering wheel attendant while listening to the wireless. You've got it well sorted
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Post by metanoia on Nov 20, 2019 19:14:05 GMT
I can't really afford to live the way I do …. .... but then again, I really can't afford not to. met x Remember folks... A tenner in the bank when you die is a tenner wasted! 👍 My point exactly.... met x
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Post by quaysider on Nov 20, 2019 19:53:16 GMT
When I was made redundant a few years ago, we thought 'oh bugger it - let's do the live-aboard experience thing NOW'... in theory, we are able to earn enough during the crusiging seasons (spring, summer and autumn) to be able to "sit out" winter and live off what's in the bank.
Obviously last year was our first year with only 12 bookings - ergo, we used up my redundancy money to live... THIS year has been practically fully booked and WOULD have left enough in the bank to get us through the winter... that was before the "mid divorce" - my solicitor bills have taken up 2.5k of the money meant to last over the winter... and that's with us NOT fighting... it's a bit pants but bookings for next year are coming in and a few have already paid early which ha meant I've a little bit of a cushion to tide me over -it'll be tight and I'm trying to do a few day trips. I am also about to put in a claim for solo tax credits now so fingers crossed something will come of that.
It's going to take me 4 years to pay off the loans I'm about to take to pay Andy off and get back to where I was 2 years ago but it's worth it... it' still my dream although it's just a bit of a shame to HAVE to make more of a profit from doing it than originally intended just to service the loans .
STILL wouldn't want any "other job" though !
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Post by Jim on Nov 20, 2019 20:03:49 GMT
Jim could probably get you one. Phil We have one 22" one that we hardly ever watch. As for inheritance etc. Mum and Dad died within 3 weeks of each other when I was 25, brother 21, Insurance paid off a 2bed semi, me and brother both got a cheap house out of it. I spent the early 80s on the breadline, a house but not much else, but doing a lot of creative stuff, and dodging and weaving. Years later I did it up with swmbos help - she wouldn't move in till we had an inside toilet. Started our property empire in 2002, mostly our own efforts and hard work, buying "pissy houses" - ones that folk have died in and need a good coat of looking at. That enabled me to semi retire at 55, carried on with the clownwittery part time.
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Post by Mr Stabby on Nov 20, 2019 20:08:50 GMT
When I was made redundant a few years ago, we thought 'oh bugger it - let's do the live-aboard experience thing NOW'... in theory, we are able to earn enough during the crusiging seasons (spring, summer and autumn) to be able to "sit out" winter and live off what's in the bank. Obviously last year was our first year with only 12 bookings - ergo, we used up my redundancy money to live... THIS year has been practically fully booked and WOULD have left enough in the bank to get us through the winter... that was before the "mid divorce" - my solicitor bills have taken up 2.5k of the money meant to last over the winter... and that's with us NOT fighting... it's a bit pants but bookings for next year are coming in and a few have already paid early which ha meant I've a little bit of a cushion to tide me over -it'll be tight and I'm trying to do a few day trips. I am also about to put in a claim for solo tax credits now so fingers crossed something will come of that. It's going to take me 4 years to pay off the loans I'm about to take to pay Andy off and get back to where I was 2 years ago but it's worth it... it' still my dream although it's just a bit of a shame to HAVE to make more of a profit from doing it than originally intended just to service the loans . STILL wouldn't want any "other job" though ! There's one thing I've been curious about and I haven't wanted to ask because it's none of my business but sod it, I've had a beer so I will anyway. Do you think that either living aboard or running the business contributed to the demise of the relationship? Either because of the stresses of prolonged close proximity or maybe because you were more committed to the dream than Andy was? Feel free to tell me to piss off and keep my beak out.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 20, 2019 20:16:42 GMT
I reckon boats are responsible for huge numbers of marital breakdowns. I disagree with the institution of marriage, despite being asked by the woman, it's just not the right approach. I suppose it might be partly caused by having a very nasty high conflict divorce when I was 11. Much too young to get married
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Post by thebfg on Nov 20, 2019 20:23:24 GMT
On way back from school today my younger daughter Leila was going on about a boy whose dad could "buy him anything he wants". When I enquired as to whether his dad collected him from school she said "never". I collect the kids from school but I never buy them anything noticeable for birthdays or Christmas, or any other time. Well other than food I suppose. And charity shop clothes. And coal to keep the boat warm. Trying to steer them away from nonsense overconsumption. Their mother is the same however her relatives do insist on giving them awful and quite costly but ultimately worthless presents now and then. What can you do? Bang on. I do school runs and take them to the parks etc. They get lots of days out and wild camping and stuff. Things kids should be doing.
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Post by quaysider on Nov 20, 2019 20:48:27 GMT
When I was made redundant a few years ago, we thought 'oh bugger it - let's do the live-aboard experience thing NOW'... in theory, we are able to earn enough during the crusiging seasons (spring, summer and autumn) to be able to "sit out" winter and live off what's in the bank. Obviously last year was our first year with only 12 bookings - ergo, we used up my redundancy money to live... THIS year has been practically fully booked and WOULD have left enough in the bank to get us through the winter... that was before the "mid divorce" - my solicitor bills have taken up 2.5k of the money meant to last over the winter... and that's with us NOT fighting... it's a bit pants but bookings for next year are coming in and a few have already paid early which ha meant I've a little bit of a cushion to tide me over -it'll be tight and I'm trying to do a few day trips. I am also about to put in a claim for solo tax credits now so fingers crossed something will come of that. It's going to take me 4 years to pay off the loans I'm about to take to pay Andy off and get back to where I was 2 years ago but it's worth it... it' still my dream although it's just a bit of a shame to HAVE to make more of a profit from doing it than originally intended just to service the loans . STILL wouldn't want any "other job" though ! There's one thing I've been curious about and I haven't wanted to ask because it's none of my business but sod it, I've had a beer so I will anyway. Do you think that either living aboard or running the business contributed to the demise of the relationship? Either because of the stresses of prolonged close proximity or maybe because you were more committed to the dream than Andy was? Feel free to tell me to piss off and keep my beak out. There are "other factors" at play that caused the demise of 'us' - I accept the close confines of the boat and being together 24 / 7 - often with guests so rather than deal with annoyances as they arose, he might have bottled things up to unhealthy levels... me less so as I wear my heart on my sleeve and pretty much SAY what I need to/what comes in to my head as it happens so there is NO build up... generally. Mum dying earlier in the year put a "pause" on dealing with things that were already out in the open at the end of last year... do I blame the boat? - NO... blame persay is a destructive thing so I CHOOSE to move forward and remember the positives of sharing my life with someone for 14 years... some people don't even get that lucky. It smarts a bit now I admit, but in time, we'll both be in a better place and hopefully be able to ignore the demons that ended what I thought was happy ever after. NOT sure if that answers your question but it's the truth.
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Post by phil70 on Nov 20, 2019 23:03:52 GMT
A breakdown in any relationship is hard and it is good fortune if you are able to move on and get over the angst, I can only say good luck for the future and remember you belong to a comfortable club here with people who will support you but I know you have enough good sense to know that ATB Phil
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Post by Deleted on Nov 27, 2019 10:17:11 GMT
Watched the final episode last night.
I very much enjoyed it BUT it was far too rushed ... ten half hour episodes would have been much more realistic.
Having said that it wasn't Robbie's choice, but his BBC producers.
I hope he gets further commissions ... there's no doubt, his love of canals and boaty life certainly shines through.
Rog
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Post by metanoia on Nov 27, 2019 10:19:23 GMT
Typical TV though - has anyone EVER seen Platt Lane (and various other locations, come to that) SO empty?
met x
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Post by brummieboy on Nov 27, 2019 12:46:41 GMT
Someone ought give the council cleaners a key to the 'facilities' at Worsley. They were just as bad 6 years ago when we passed through. It was good to see he had a good friend to hand when the bilge filled up, but a basic tool kit should be on everyone's boat, and maybe he should look in the engine bay a little more often. (Or was that for the T.V.?)
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Post by JohnV on Nov 27, 2019 13:10:31 GMT
very late to this thread ......several days to catch up with.
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Post by kris on Nov 27, 2019 16:16:17 GMT
Watched the final episode last night. I very much enjoyed it BUT it was far too rushed ... ten half hour episodes would have been much more realistic. Having said that it wasn't Robbie's choice, but his BBC producers. I hope he gets further commissions ... there's no doubt, his love of canals and boaty life certainly shines through. Rog I enjoyed them and definately showed a more realistic view than tim and pru. But a little more in depth about the places would have been better. Lets hope he gets to make some more.
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