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General Category => General Discussion => Topic started by: MSea on March 23, 2020, 12:19:29 PM
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Just got this from a friend who's son is a doctor in London.
Also made me think about all our members past and present working on the front line.
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Just got this from a friend who's son is a doctor in London.
Also made me think about all our members past and present working on the front line.
As one, who is in direct contact with the public, I think it gratifying that people realise those who are liable to put themselves at risk are recognised.
My role is changing and I'm sure in the next week or so, I will probably doing things that have not been in my normal working remit.
But the message to all is to follow the guidance, keep social distancing, act responsibly, wash your hands regularly, and do everything to keep yourself and others safe.
We will come through this, but EVERYBODY needs to do their bit!
Like this Msea.
Cheers,
Bigkev
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Very good turn out in Walkington -- just about everybody out.
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Our street in Bempton, nearly all out, and lots of noise from further afield.
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I'm just catching up with all the recent postings.
We had an excellent turnout on our road in Hornsea too.
Keep safe Kevin, and thank you for everything you're doing.
You are a hero... and damned good modeller too!
Biggles
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It was good propaganda, I'll give it that. I thought it rather compared to to ringing the church bells after a war and the cynic in me would say it did more to make people feel better about themselves and give them the perception of community spirit (which is undoubtedly making somewhat of a comeback) rather than to provide support to the NHS - after all I'll bet a good many stood clapping were those who did not heed government advice and helped spread things in the first place. Still, if folk felt they needed that lift to their moral then it achieved its' aim and let's also hope it focuses government themselves, and not just the taxpayer, on the value of not only the NHS but also the cleaners, drivers, teachers, industrial workers and all the many other unsung tradesmen both skilled and unskilled who've been keeping the country running.
I didn't know about it anyway and so did my bit by chopping vegetables to provide a nutritious meal for my family to keep fit and healthy so they're less likely to need the NHS :)
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Hopefully after all this is over, We may all appreciate just how lucky we are living in this country. Its not perfect but its a blood site better than a lot of places around the world.
Well done to the NHS ( Kevin) and all the people who work in health care. well done to the teachers, post office, council workers, shop keepers, the list goes on. All the so called 'little people' that we would be truly STUFFED without.
Finally. Well done to my son James, who had learned how to use the sodding hoover at last...
Andy.
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Nice one Andy, I just sprayed my tea laughing at that! Absolutely brilliant!!
On the subject of community spirit, we have had bits of paper put through our letterboxes to stick in the window (see photograph). Different colours for different areas and depending on whether you're okay or not, you stick the sign up portrait or landscape orientation. It's been coordinated by our local leisure centre as a Community Hub. Poppy already works for them on a casual contract (to fit in round her university studies) as a lifeguard at the pool which is obviously closed now but is now working more hours than ever helping put together and issue care packs and such like.
I called the number on the back and signed up to to voluntary scheme when I'm not "at work" so am doing stuff such as getting newspapers for the old folk who can't get out and about and collecting prescriptions. It's nice to be able to help anyway and even more so to have the time to do it.
What things are happening in your areas people?
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Hi Wizzel,
Good on you mate, and well done Poppy!
A little thought and kindness goes a long way in these times.
Somehow its a shame something like this brings us closer together, hopefully we will all learn something from this and be kinder, better and more thoughtful after this has passed.
I love the window poster, how novel, and what a great design!!
Bigkev
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There is a similar scheme in Bempton, display a green card for ok, red for help needed.
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Hope you're all going to be out tonight at 8.00pm... giving the carers clap!!!!
(Note: I've got the correct night this time!)
Biggles
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Hope you're all going to be out tonight at 8.00pm... giving the carers clap!!!!
(Note: I've got the correct night this time!)
Biggles
Hi Biggles,
I was out with a lot of my neighbours tonight. Very moving and inspiring, and especially when an old lady actually came up to me and said 'Thankyou'
I was near to tears. I came out for all my colleagues and other key workers who are doing their best to keep the country safe and working.
To hear so many claps, horns, hooters going off, not in my street but further afield was moving.
Thanks to you all who also showed your support and appreciation tonight, it does mean a lot to those involved.
Keep Safe, Keep Well,
Thankyou ,
Bigkev
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Lots of people out in Bempton too.
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Lots out in Walkington but not as many as last week
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There were more people out on our Road (in Hornsea) last night, than last Thursday, clapping the NHS and essential workers…
I’ve also got to take my hat off to the supermarket and other essential food shop staff too, who continue to go to work.
We’d all be starving if it wasn’t for them.
This weekend is going to be sunny so I hope people will continue be careful and not start congregating in larger groups... especially along the coast.
Biggles
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All out down our Close !!
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All out down our Close !!
Thanks Red Lancer,
Great to know.
We are now on 'REAP Level 4'
Highest state of alert.
Will be wearing 'full PPE at work from now, for everybody Covid-19 or not'
Strange times....
Bigkev
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I think someone should have a word with the NHS about their advice to "Stay Home". We're British not American and we "Stay At Home", donchaknow that!
Whatever next - self service checkouts rather than tills ASDA/Walmart)? People getting "fired" and not "sacked", (Alan Sugar)? Folk "quitting" smoking rather than "stopping" (yet they call it "Stoptober")?
Eeee I don't know. ;) ;) ;)
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Whatever it is I would still spell it wrong - hohoho
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you mean putting hohoho instead of hahaha? ;D
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Well tehe to you Wizz
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Shouldn't HoHoHo be limited to December only?
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In my head its Christmas all the time
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Its his medication.....
Bless!
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I got really cross with DCOS once when she said to Poppy "how long have you known Santa wasn't real?" because as far as I was concerned, she was my little girl and should always experience the magic of Christmas even though she was then 17. Poppy diffused things nicely by saying to me "at Christmas you can be any age you want to be."
So, how old does that make you, MSea?
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Seven and some zeros -- now I have to go for a lay down, seeing as YOU have told me Father Christmas is not real. You will be telling me soon that I can go out at night because zombies are not outside my door -- hohoho
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Seven and some zeros -- now I have to go for a lay down, seeing as YOU have told me Father Christmas is not real. You will be telling me soon that I can go out at night because zombies are not outside my door -- hohoho
I didn't tell you Father Christmas is not real, I said that's what DCOS told Poppy. I learnt long ago not to put any faith in anything DCOS says. Or does, for that matter.
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Seven and some zeros -- now I have to go for a lay down, seeing as YOU have told me Father Christmas is not real. You will be telling me soon that I can go out at night because zombies are not outside my door -- hohoho
I didn't tell you Father Christmas is not real, I said that's what DCOS told Poppy. I learnt long ago not to put any faith in anything DCOS says. Or does, for that matter.
Oooops!
You are a brave, foolish, but brave man saying that.
Cheers,
Bigkev
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Now how much should the club funds get for not telling DCOS what you have said Wizz - hohoho - and a Merry Christmas to you as well
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I'll donate my £1 "entrance" fee for the next few months, how about that :-)
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That's great -- will match you on that. :-)
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Evening All,
I have just have been part of a street 'Clap for the NHS' on my street.
Sadly, only the same people who have taken part before have joined in again, tonight. However, I must applaud all those who did show their support.
As this crisis continues to develop, it seems some people think it does not apply/affect them. Believe me it does, I have seen the dramatic changes in hospitals, my work, and the clinical routines/disciplines to be considered and observed.
People need to 'Wake Up' and realise that this is serious, it could be you or your loved one who is infected/made unwell by a very innocuous contact.
This is VERY REAL and everybody must do their best to observe the regulations.
I have a daughter who is at the very frontline, trained on ventilators, and anaesthetics' working at Scarborough Hospital with two very young children, I work for the Ambulance Service moving patients now with confirmed and suspected Covid-19. This is real, not a figment of imagination.
Please realise, that your actions or non action is fundamental to whether this outbreak is going to be controlled or not.
Please consider, what you do, where you go, who you meet, in every situation. Anything that you can do to minimise the risk is important.
Finally, on an upbeat note, the following image was left on my Ambulance whilst parked at an 'Ambulance Station'
It meant a lot to me working on the front line, pity that others think they are outside the problem.
Cheers,
Bigkev
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Thanks for that Kevin.
A nice gesture by someone.
Yes, obey the rules for the good of us al.
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Well said Kevin.
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Yes it's a pity that a lot of people do not understand how serious it is.
A personal THANK YOU to you Kevin.
Chris
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I see some in power do not obey the rules.
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Yes its one rule for the plebs and not to apply to the ones in power -- when the revolution comes and I am in power - watch out - HOHobangbang
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Once again lots of people out last night down our road and round the village by all the noise.
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Most of Park Ave where out clapping last night. Great to see.
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Late I know, but all out down Princess Way
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Looked to be a poor turnout but lots of noise. I think some folks were hanging out of windows so were unseen from our house.
Haddock.
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Full turn out today in Walkington
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Hi All,
Good turnout down my road tonight.
Lots of clapping and banging of pots/buckets.
Also noticed that more people are also waving to each other and a feel of 'unity' and neighbourhood spirit.
Bigkev
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Turn-out seems to be improving, good sign.
Haddock.
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Yeah, it was a bigger turnout on Cliff Road in Hornsea too.
People were waving to each other too.
Biggles
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All the usual's were out.
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Hi All,
Thankyou to everybody who went out and 'clapped' for the Key Workers tonight.
Down my road, there was a reasonable turnout, probably a few less than last week, but why?
This pandemic is going to be with us for a few months yet, so don't get complacent. Remember those Lads and Lassie's on the front line, who will be there for you if you become ill.
For me, my work has changed, now dealing with those who have, suspected, or have not had Covid-19.
Each patient, is a human being, and deserves the best care from us all, it does not matter who you are, everybody can do their little bit to help, social distancing, self isolation, help with food, medicines, just saying 'Hello, are you okay?'
So for those of us that are well enough, can I ask you take 5 preferably 10 minutes out of your current fully filled, hectic life regime (if you can during lockdown) and go out at 8.00pm on a Thursday night to show your appreciation and respect for those to are there to support you and your family at this difficult time, whether they be NHS staff, Carers, Shop Workers, Food Producers, Cleaners, Bin Men, etc.
I'm probably going to have to be moderated for being too passionate about this subject,
Bigkev
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Well said Kev -- all out down our street in Walkington
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All the usual's out, we have three or four houses where no one bothers, I sometimes wonder what is wrong with them.
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We only seem to have 2 who never come out - everybody else is out making a noise and waving to each other
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At least going out at 8pm we get to see all our neighbours so we can shout to each other across the gardens.
Chris
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Everybody who has been out since the first clap have been out again today.
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Hi All,
Not as many out tonight due to the rain, but some were at the windows.
Bigkev
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Poor turnout here although some were hanging out of windows banging pots.
Haddock.
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Same here, very wet, only a few out.
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Hi all.
Good turn out on Park Ave.
Lots of noise.
Andy.
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ALL the normal people out tonight again
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So were ours.
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ALL the normal people out tonight again
By that statement, do you imply that you did not come out....hohohoho
Only joking, I'm sure you and Joyce did.
On my street a goodly selection of people, and some friendly waves to each and another.
A nice feel in the air.
In some way I hope this continues, in other ways, I hope it doesn't if you know what I mean.
Well done to everybody who came out and 'clapped', for one working for the Ambulance Service, it does make us feel valued and appreciated.
However, we still get the odd person who comes up and questions and berates us as to why an Ambulance is parked up, with crew in the middle of a pandemic?
Firstly, we have to be placed strategically, ready to respond to an incident.
Secondly, we have to observe our own social distancing at work. 6 x 2 person crews in the same crew room at the same time, is not acting responsibly.
Thirdly, we can only respond to a request for assistance when it is received.
I can assure you, that every individual crew reacts as quickly and professionally as possible to every job/detail as they are passed from our control centres.
Thanks to all those who supported.
Bigkev
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Don't worry Kevin - some people are stupid, even when they use there whole one brain cell.
I just hope that after this covid19 is over, people still remember who is important and the type of jobs that have kept us all going
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I agree Martin.
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On my street a goodly selection of people, and some friendly waves to each and another.
A nice feel in the air.
In some way I hope this continues, in other ways, I hope it doesn't if you know what I mean.
Well done to everybody who came out and 'clapped', for one working for the Ambulance Service, it does make us feel valued and appreciated.
However, we still get the odd person who comes up and questions and berates us as to why an Ambulance is parked up, with crew in the middle of a pandemic?
Firstly, we have to be placed strategically, ready to respond to an incident.
Secondly, we have to observe our own social distancing at work. 6 x 2 person crews in the same crew room at the same time, is not acting responsibly.
Thirdly, we can only respond to a request for assistance when it is received.
I can assure you, that every individual crew reacts as quickly and professionally as possible to every job/detail as they are passed from our control centres.
Thanks to all those who supported.
Bigkev
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Nice sentiments Kev. I can easily believe that you are having to justify yourself to certain elements of society and I understand exactly what you mean by it not continuing. There is a real danger of it becoming so diluted that it is meaningless and indeed what is already happening (since week 2 in fact) is that the "grown ups" are hijacking it for their own means and turning it into an opportunity for a social event - fireworks and car horns (not the best way of supporting those carers trying to get to sleep after a long shift), Chinese lanterns (the irony of them being Chinese aside, the damage they cause to the environment and wildlife has been well documented) and in time, as we are allowed to mingle, it could easily become a weekly "victory parade" with an excuse for a drinks and all the stupidity that follows that.
For me personally, I am not at all comfortable joining with shows of public adulation, whether it is the annual Armistice parade or the weekly clap for carers so I choose not to participate. I am of course very grateful to all the people who are continuing with their work during this time, but show my gratitude in my own way by staying fit and healthy, observing the guidelines and not becoming ill, and keeping my eye on those in the area who may need help or assistance. I see it in much the same way as praying - you can shout it from the minarets 5 times a day, be seen at Church every Sunday or sit quietly at home and do it whenever you like. Each to their own of course and this post is not meant as a slur on those who feel the need to take part, it is merely my own thoughts which I trust nobody will choose to take offence to.
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No offence taken Wizz - they are very similar to my own thoughts. If it keeps people happy then let them do as they wish, but don't force people to conform to your own methods.
We have a "preacher" who stands in the street in Beverley and tells people what to do - I have seen him scaring old ladies by telling them if they don't do as he is saying they will end up in hell -- very christian of him ( I wish I was big enough to frighten old ladies) as you can guess when I pass we have several words. He is not usually complimentary about me and last time told me "you smell" because I did not agree with what he was saying. He is counter productive if he is trying to get people interested in religion, because several times I have heard young people saying after they have got passed him - if that's Christianity then they can keep it. We each have one life and should use it as best we can, doing what is best for yourself and helping others -- hopefully people will come out of this Covid19 scare thinking about who and what are the important things in life. I will now get down from my soap box and go and cut the grass.
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All the usual crew were there.
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On my street a goodly selection of people, and some friendly waves to each and another.
A nice feel in the air.
In some way I hope this continues, in other ways, I hope it doesn't if you know what I mean.
Well done to everybody who came out and 'clapped', for one working for the Ambulance Service, it does make us feel valued and appreciated.
However, we still get the odd person who comes up and questions and berates us as to why an Ambulance is parked up, with crew in the middle of a pandemic?
Firstly, we have to be placed strategically, ready to respond to an incident.
Secondly, we have to observe our own social distancing at work. 6 x 2 person crews in the same crew room at the same time, is not acting responsibly.
Thirdly, we can only respond to a request for assistance when it is received.
I can assure you, that every individual crew reacts as quickly and professionally as possible to every job/detail as they are passed from our control centres.
Thanks to all those who supported.
Bigkev
Nice sentiments Kev. I can easily believe that you are having to justify yourself to certain elements of society and I understand exactly what you mean by it not continuing. There is a real danger of it becoming so diluted that it is meaningless and indeed what is already happening (since week 2 in fact) is that the "grown ups" are hijacking it for their own means and turning it into an opportunity for a social event - fireworks and car horns (not the best way of supporting those carers trying to get to sleep after a long shift), Chinese lanterns (the irony of them being Chinese aside, the damage they cause to the environment and wildlife has been well documented) and in time, as we are allowed to mingle, it could easily become a weekly "victory parade" with an excuse for a drinks and all the stupidity that follows that.
For me personally, I am not at all comfortable joining with shows of public adulation, whether it is the annual Armistice parade or the weekly clap for carers so I choose not to participate. I am of course very grateful to all the people who are continuing with their work during this time, but show my gratitude in my own way by staying fit and healthy, observing the guidelines and not becoming ill, and keeping my eye on those in the area who may need help or assistance. I see it in much the same way as praying - you can shout it from the minarets 5 times a day, be seen at Church every Sunday or sit quietly at home and do it whenever you like. Each to their own of course and this post is not meant as a slur on those who feel the need to take part, it is merely my own thoughts which I trust nobody will choose to take offence to.
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Hi Wizz,
That is the correct grown up, sensible and responsible approach.
It matters more what you do, than what others say you should do.
Respect matey,
Bigkev