Modelling ruined at a stroke

[stu_the_flat]

Hope you enjoy retirement and keeping the whisky industry in business.

Wishing you a speedy recovery and hopefully a mild hangover.

[Meter rat]

To day I did the very last thing at work. I had the privilege of playing Santa. Managed to borrow an Old Ford Tractor. One of the residents loves tractors (he wasn’t impressed it was a Ford) and arrived at the home dressed as Santa. Sadly we have lost a few this year, and some new residents have arrived. It was a lot of fun, and as the residents are older, you can get away with a lot more mischief, and rudeness. I will try for some pictures when they are sent to me.

I do want to say, thank you for all the retirement congratulations, and every one who has been concerned about my health.
I wish to thank you all.

[Son of a gun-ner]

Enjoy your retirement and good health Ian, and don't overdo things

[Herr Dr. Professor]

"I will try for some pictures when they are sent to me." Oh, yes, please!, Ian. I still enjoy the skiing photos from last year? the year before?

[Meter rat]

"I will try for some pictures when they are sent to me." Oh, yes, please!, Ian. I still enjoy the skiing photos from last year? the year before?

Posting these just for fun, and at the request of HDP. Playing Santa.

With my lovely wife, acting as my little helper.

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This needs watching. Frisky could describe her. She is remarkably sprightly.

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The gentleman is ex REME. Between us we have gotten into bother on the odd occasion. Especially with model tanks, and the odd dram.

Lovely cuddles.

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Two for Mr Chef

Christmas menu.

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Beautifully presented salmon, by the cooks.

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[Stormbringer]

Nice 1 mate and it looks like the older folks had a great day

[TankDriver]

Wonderful stuff, Santa... keep spreading that joy to those who need it the most

[MrChef]

I love you sharing these Ian!!!!! Such a jolly way to make a difference for the residents during Christmas!!! So great to see the Mrs. assisting Mr.Claus.

Ohh and I'd come for dinner too. That smoked salmon looks Soo good

[PainlessWolf]

Good Morning!
That Dinner looking crackin' for sure. This hungry Wolf would be looking for a seat at the Table! A Handsome Santa and a lovely Wife complete the Festivities. A Happy and Grand time looks to have been had.
regards and a Hopeful New Year,
Painless

[jarndice]

After such a scary end to the year for you how great it is for you to show such generosity of spirit to others,
Quite humbling and so in keeping with the time of year,
Proud to know you and your lady are a part of this forum.