DonBradley Posted December 18, 2010 Share Posted December 18, 2010 Christmas box was the term used when I was a kid, collected door to door by all ones service providers, postman, refuge collectors, milkman, and all regular deliverers. Now prohibited. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Tony_S Posted December 18, 2010 RMweb Gold Share Posted December 18, 2010 We are now back from Enfield. The snow Gordon mentioned started while we were on the M25 and there was quite a heavy fall while we were driving from the M25 into Enfield. I think this seemed to surprise a lot of the drivers out for their shopping as there seemed to be a lot of wheel spinning. I witnessed some impressive driving from a grit lorry driver who made sure the slippy patch near the roadworks at one point was well covered. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
trisonic Posted December 18, 2010 Share Posted December 18, 2010 My cousin in Buckhurst Hill advised me that they've had about 4" of Snow locally when I spoke with him earlier today. Best, Pete. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ashcombe Posted December 18, 2010 Share Posted December 18, 2010 Similar here in Staffs - approx 4inches. The birds are emptying their feeders quicker than I can refill them! Good to be able to hibernate for a few days! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ashcombe Posted December 18, 2010 Share Posted December 18, 2010 ........... My neighbour's Lexus didn't like some of the tracks in the summer.............. .Tony Our Lexus, superb in all other situations is absolutely hopeless in snow or ice! I had a harrowing experience a few years ago with a sudden snowfall on a Friday evening - no gritters as snow unexpected and just on the rush hour. Yes, your life really does flash before you when facing a steep downward hill and, potentially, the grim reaper! Glad to say, I lived to tell the tale and, at times, long for my previous cars - Fiestas (three) and Minis (three) with front wheel drive and superb handling under all kinds of conditions! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Tony_S Posted December 18, 2010 RMweb Gold Share Posted December 18, 2010 Our Lexus, superb in all other situations is absolutely hopeless in snow or ice! I had a harrowing experience a few years ago with a sudden snowfall on a Friday evening - no gritters as snow unexpected and just on the rush hour. Yes, your life really does flash before you when facing a steep downward hill and, potentially, the grim reaper! Glad to say, I lived to tell the tale and, at times, long for my previous cars - Fiestas (three) and Minis (three) with front wheel drive and superb handling under all kinds of conditions! When my neighbours bought their Lexus they didn't know they were going to need a car with off-road abilities to visit the grandchildren! From what they have said I'm not sure what vehicle other than a tractor is really suitable. I believe a horse is being obtained soon so at least they can ride up from wherever the car is left! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold grandadbob Posted December 18, 2010 RMweb Gold Share Posted December 18, 2010 Quote "Our Lexus, superb in all other situations is absolutely hopeless in snow or ice!" Good Evening Everyone, This is my first post in this section although I've been lurking for quite a while. I have,with great regret, just got rid of my Lexus for the same reason because for the 3rd year running I've found it almost impossible to get it to climb even the slightest incline in snow & ice. In 45 years of driving it's the only car that I've struggled with in bad weather but I would agree that its superb on all other occasions. I've downsized to a Ford Focus & trust that this will put an end to my misery! Knowing my habit of shutting stable doors after bolting horses we will probably now get a series of long hot winters! Regards Bob. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Max Stafford Posted December 18, 2010 Share Posted December 18, 2010 I've fount my trusty Grande Punto to be a real steady little machine in the snow. The only problem I had was last Boxing Day when we had a bit of 'freezing rain' over part-melted snow in the street. Upon making my usual cautious approach to my corner at 10mph in third, the conditions nevertheless caused a 'departure from controlled flight' resulting in the offside front wheel going square on into the opposite kerb, ripping the tyre off and I suspect contributing to the failure of my steering column a couple of months later - £600+ that cost me! Needless to say I purchased my own rock salt and look after that part of the street myself now! Dave. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium NGT6 1315 Posted December 19, 2010 RMweb Premium Share Posted December 19, 2010 Morning all... It was snowing again when we returned home last night and we're now close to the 12" mark in many places . Main roads would appear to be clear this morning, but side streets remain a different matter entirely. Now for some coffee...have a good day all! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robert Posted December 19, 2010 Share Posted December 19, 2010 Morning All, As Dominik said, there was quite a snowfall overnight. It looks very Winter-wonderland like outside. I was out early shoveling snow and chatting to my neighbour about the weather! However, the snow shoveling every morning is starting to get boring Time for some breakfast, I think! Have a good day everyone... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold BoD Posted December 19, 2010 RMweb Gold Share Posted December 19, 2010 Good morning all. Anyone dreaming of a white Christmas? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gordon s Posted December 19, 2010 Share Posted December 19, 2010 6th in the Premier league? Christmas has come early for you guys.... Great save yesterday.... Bloomin' cold, but no further snow. Found a 12" koi had popped his clogs yesterday. Not sure if a heron spiked him or maybe the water was just too cold for him. Couldn't see any damage, so that's a strange one. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium skipepsi Posted December 19, 2010 RMweb Premium Share Posted December 19, 2010 Morning all it is cold outside but that is it I'm happy to say. A trip north today taking all the family to my sisters near Leeds for a meal. after that two more days of work then I might start thinking about Christmas. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold BoD Posted December 19, 2010 RMweb Gold Share Posted December 19, 2010 6th in the Premier league? Christmas has come early for you guys.... Don't you mean equal 5th ? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coombe Barton Posted December 19, 2010 Share Posted December 19, 2010 Blue skies, sun, gentle breeze, walking with the dogs on the hills with the sea on the horizon, Then I woke up. The reality - a couple of inches of frozen snow covering ice and ***** cold. But the sky's blue at the moment. But we're not going anywhere today. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gordon s Posted December 19, 2010 Share Posted December 19, 2010 Don't you mean equal 5th ? No! 6th behind Spurs as we've scored more goals.... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold BoD Posted December 19, 2010 RMweb Gold Share Posted December 19, 2010 No! 6th behind Spurs as we've scored more goals.... .......let's hope it comes down to alphabetical order at the end of the season then. :P Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Tony_S Posted December 19, 2010 RMweb Gold Share Posted December 19, 2010 Morning all. It is rather cold but dry here. This morning I have 2 options, either clear yesterday's snow /ice off the Renault or drive my wife into Basildon in the Land Rover. I think I'll go for the being a chauffeur rather than the shoveller option. Tony Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
trisonic Posted December 19, 2010 Share Posted December 19, 2010 The thing I've found about driving in Snow is that "your" car is only as good as the ones in front of you. If that doesn't make sense then think of being stuck in a long stationary line of traffic caused by one vehicle at the front. Btw "Humvees" are hopeless in snow but perfect in desert............ Best, Pete. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DDolfelin Posted December 19, 2010 Share Posted December 19, 2010 ♬♬ I'm dreaming of a Desert Christmas ♬♬ â„â„â„â„â„â„â„â„â„â„â„â„â„â„â„â„â„â„â„â„â„â„â„â„â„â„â„â„â„â„â„ Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
trisonic Posted December 19, 2010 Share Posted December 19, 2010 I'm dreaming of a Christmas dessert! My wife has a genuine Xmas Pudding tucked away for Christmas Eve.....................little things mean a lot to Ex-Pats...... Best, Pete Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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RMweb Gold PhilH Posted December 19, 2010 RMweb Gold Share Posted December 19, 2010 I know a few people with that complaint.... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium NGT6 1315 Posted December 19, 2010 RMweb Premium Share Posted December 19, 2010 Here comes another round of snow... However, it is predicted to be warmer next week, so I'm not sure if we'll be having white Christmas after all. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold BoD Posted December 19, 2010 RMweb Gold Share Posted December 19, 2010 I know a few people with that complaint.... ...... only revealed by an ear examination. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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