There’s only so long you can spend sitting at home, reading threads on Mumsnet; Honestly, Mumsnet is now nearly as lively as Discourse these days. And more lively than my walk round Grimesthorpe, which Mrs RM hilariously confused with Grimethorpe (of Brassed Off fame) ! Possibly beacuse I missed out the “s”, but don’t let’s… Continue reading HAVING A BALL IN GRIMESTHORPE
MORE CLASSIC BEER & FOOD MATCHING
What did I do on Thursday, on a day the rain lashed down. Glad I’m not living in Stockport and Didsbury. (I’m OK, at the top of the hill. Aren’t I ?). Yesterday, three loads of clothes washed and dried, two sets of dishes cleaned, one US inauguration watched, and trips to Tesco and the… Continue reading MORE CLASSIC BEER & FOOD MATCHING
“What pub are you most looking forward to visiting when the world is back to normal ?”
No, it’s not a poll. I’m really not interested in which pub you’re be back in first. Knowing you lot, when you’re allowed back you’ll staying at home watching “Pretty Little Liars” on Netflix in your underpants drinking Caribbean Chocolate Cake Stout (8.8%). This question was posed on Blue Moon, the Manchester City Forum which… Continue reading “What pub are you most looking forward to visiting when the world is back to normal ?”
CRUSHED BY THE WHEELS OF INDUSTRY
Oooh, another Sheffield pop reference for you. Not their best (No.17, 1983), but too good not to use. “How would you like to do your Government allowed exercise around the industrial estates of Burngreave, Mrs RM ?“ “OK” I dunno, did she think there was a beer at the end or something ? We parked… Continue reading CRUSHED BY THE WHEELS OF INDUSTRY
REMEMBERING WHEN WE DID “DRYANUARY” PROPERLY
I don’t what criteria the Cabinet will be using to decide when to start to re-open pubs and less important things, but I guess my lack of blog material won’t be high on the list. But, with only local walks available, all I’ll have to offer you for now are ghost signs, 19th century burial… Continue reading REMEMBERING WHEN WE DID “DRYANUARY” PROPERLY
CORN-BASED SNACK SHOPS REPLACE PUBS IN FIR VALE
Today I was despatched by Mrs RM to the recycling centre in Shirecliffe with a ton of cardboard from the month’s B & Q, Wickes and John Lewis deliveries. It’s an essential journey; the waste attracts rats. I stopped to admire Timber Top the only pub for miles around (well, it felt like it). Oh,… Continue reading CORN-BASED SNACK SHOPS REPLACE PUBS IN FIR VALE
BLADES v SPURS FROM THE CHOLERA MEMORIAL
Sunday seemed a good day to explore the Cholera Grounds. James joined me, forcing Mrs RM to stay at home with the Pastry Sours and the painting. Following the map above will give you a varied 2 hour walk with fun for all the family, except of course you’re only allowed to walk with one… Continue reading BLADES v SPURS FROM THE CHOLERA MEMORIAL
GENTRIFICATION ON HOLD. TEMPORARILY
“Is there any more beer ?” asked Mrs RM just now. I looked. The only one of those she’d find palatable is in the Dulux tin. Oh well, more for me. Enough of beer. How am I passing the time while Mrs RM paints the living room ? Walking, the blog, and Mumsnet, mostly. Honestly,… Continue reading GENTRIFICATION ON HOLD. TEMPORARILY
SMELLS LIKE ARMPIT
Mrs RM is very keen for you to know the house is looking better than it did a week ago; By the time the pubs open, it might be habitable, which is ironic as I shall be out at the pub, shan’t I ? She’s particularly pleased with her work on the fireplace; In case… Continue reading SMELLS LIKE ARMPIT
WHAT I MISS ABOUT CAMBRIDGE
US Dave just asked what I missed about Cambridgeshire, and of course the answer is NOTHING. But I miss Mum and Dad (not that I’d be able to see them anyway at the moment, even over the fence). And I’m dying to get back when pubs are open again, so I can stare through this… Continue reading WHAT I MISS ABOUT CAMBRIDGE
