What's going on in your life???

[Scottie Dog]

I'm settling into a new job while waiting for the house to be sold. Working for tesco even if just as an agency driver is definitely different. Nice to be home every night! Probably going to be going through the stress of moving ourselves in a few months time!

Jerry, I had it at the back of my mind that you were a tanker driver - does this explain the short-lived fuel shortage???

Anyway good luck with the potential house move, and the temp job.

 

[JENNYJET]

It was hard enough driving Transit van into vast Car Plants and going into the queue with the LGVs waiting to be called to Goods Inward. Dagenham was dreadful but Nissan Sunderland was pleasantly civilised! Could not have done the job with a giant cab and trailer set, I liked the flexibility of quick route changes as necessary.

Jerry, I honour truckers!

 

[Jerry]

Jerry, I had it at the back of my mind that you were a tanker driver - does this explain the short-lived fuel shortage???

Anyway good luck with the potential house move, and the temp job.

Not a tanker driver. I used to work for a general haulage company but had enough of that and now I work for tesco delivering to their stores over southern Wales and the south west of England.

 

[Sherburnflyer92]

Not a tanker driver. I used to work for a general haulage company but had enough of that and now I work for tesco delivering to their stores over southern Wales and the south west of England.

I take it your HGV supermarket delivery driver? How you finding it? The short journey times and ability to take to someone even after a relatively longer journey (what's furthest place you go) must be nice then days on the road.

Bet that is interesting. Supermarkets, especially not the modern ones, are not built with big HGV artic trucks in mind. And this time of year containers turn up and take even more space in the delivery area and turning space.

 

[Jerry]

take it your HGV supermarket delivery driver? How you finding it? The short journey times and ability to take to someone even after a relatively longer journey (what's furthest place you go) must be nice then days on the road.

Surprisingly i'm enjoying most of it, it's definitely different from general haulage and some of the stores are challenging to get into and to get to especially some of the smaller Express stores. Redruth in Cornwall is the furthest i've been so far which was a nice drive especially as in my previous job i hadn't been down to Cornwall in a very long time.

 

[JENNYJET]

Redruth I did not get to but St. Austell was a frequent drop, the China Clay mine required a customer service and I as courier of spare parts had the pleasure of M5, A30 and endless hours of monotony. I passed by Jamaica Inn so often but could never stop to visit, in vehicle surveillance preventing such individuality.

 

[JENNYJET]

I am currently pulling an all nighter so that I can complete an assignment for my Jurisprudence and Constitutional Law qualification at Harvard Law School. A difficult test asking me to consider the possibilities under US Constitution and Codified law and compare and contrast with those laws in one's home jurisdiction. The question concerned the recent case in Texas about abortion and how it connects with US Constitution which has almost biblical respect amongst citizens. I have to ride above emotion or personal attitudes and rely upon legal discourse and precedent then formulate an argument that can withstand interrogation by the Supreme Court of the United States.

I could walk my Peggy but she would object given her age ( 13 ) or I could watch something on Netflix but no. I am absorbed by the subject that is Law. Illness crippled me but my mind has been enhanced thanks to the Open University and their global links to institutions that enable students to study with other institutions in an exchange programme on a Scholarship.

If only my parents supported me when needed and age was no barrier, I would be in practice today, however I am pursuing an academic path for personal interest and to perhaps help people informally since a qualifying practitioners course is beyond me at this stage of life.

 

[JENNYJET]

07:21 job done, essay and supporting materials on it's way to my academic supervisor. It may be of interest that one of my teaching staff is Professor Samantha Power, former representative of the United States to the United Nations, to have a person of such eminence to guide my education is humbling.

 

[JENNYJET]

I have had an interesting encounter with a person that I am on nodding terms. Being made aware that I had knowledge of the Law, she approached me on a matter that in truth required a formal advice and trajectory of actions. I explained that whilst I could help her on an academic level, professionally I was hamstrung by the Law in how I could help as a unlicensed lawyer. Instead, I suggested she seek mediation through a Solicitor rather than allow the matter go to court as this would be vastly cheaper for her. The result of formal mediation has legal weight and parties are obliged to observe the decision of a mediator.

Upon parting, she suggested I set myself up as a Mediator and earn from my knowledge. I have been pondering and am awaiting the outcome from my studies with Harvard, due to end shortly. If successful, I may consider beginning a service along the lines of a mediator if I can make a living from it. I have to consider my underlying health of course but I would welcome the views of members as to whether I should proceed along those lines.

Thank you.

 

[Scottie Dog]

#JENNYJET
You should certainly think about this suggestion. We have exchanged PMs previously and, whilst we have never met, I do believe that this could be something that you, with your clear legal mind would be ideally suited for.
Having been through mediation many years ago I do understand how it can help to clear the air.
Every best wish in whichever way you decide to go.

 

[Scottie Dog]

Just to lighten the day, can I ask what Peggy's opinion of this is? We all, I think, know that very often we get a far clearer overview of a situation when it is shared with a four-legged companion.

 

[JENNYJET]

Assuming Peggy is telepathic, myself being almost totally mute, she shows her love and approvals by taking my wrist to her mouth and closes her jaws gently whilst giving a contented cat purring sound. Being with each other every minute of every day, we know each other and our respective moods and demeanour. Might this be a better marriage than those existing between humans? No need for words, just an indisputable understanding. However, when it comes to people, if she growls then you are a bad un! A rare event as she adores human adults but despises human children, too noisy and constantly in her space etc. She was a rescue dog, from a home that used her as a bait dog for fighting. As a Staffie, she a gentle and loving creation and not dangerous unless provoked. Her upbringing damaged her but she is calmer now that she is safe. She keeps me going during my medically difficult times. My beautiful Bullie!

 

[JENNYJET]

Have been absent for a while for personal reasons connected to a person on this platform and for medical reasons. However, I return to recommend and encourage the listening to Classical music in all it's forms.

I again admit to my education and performance history with the CBSO Schools division, (Birmingham), and having absolutely no interest or liking of 'popular ' music. My initial training was to the Classical genre with associated discipline. My primary instrument was Trumpet and secondary with the Timpany (kettle drum), this giving me a lifelong affinity with Baroque tradition. Simplicity and beauty in music. I then moved on to the Classical era, 18th Century (Mozart, Beethoven ), and 19th Century romantic era ( Wagner, Bruckner), beyond this time is designated as Modern and is incomprehensible to my sensitive ear.I

Tonight I am absorbed with Beethoven and his Choral Fantasia, C Minor Opus 80 , an exposition of his life work in one piece of music. Written before the great work that is the 9th Symphony or the Missa Solemnis.

With apologies to those that encourage me elsewhere, I cannot deviate.

 

[Kevin Farnell]

For my own part, I've found that as I have grown older my musical tastes have broadened considerably (although I can never see it encompassing Rap, Country or Opera). I first really got interested in music in my mid teens (heavily influenced by my cousin) and for several years, I would only listen to heavy Rock. I used to wonder at that age if I would still like the same music as I got older. Now 58, I appreciate the skill and superb musicianship more than ever.
My Dad loved traditional Jazz, but I hated hearing it over the radio or his records. Then, in my 30's, me and my then girlfriend visited Ronnie Scotts Jazz club in Birmingham (sadly no longer there) and I was transfixed. Jazz like Rock, is a music best heard live. The ability to improvise (or 'Jam') gives it 'Soul', which I find missing in some other genres.
So, now whilst I still listen mostly to Rock, I'll also listen to some Pop, Jazz and Classical. For example, Adele's 'Set Fire To The Rain' is a song that I can listen to over and over again. The power and control of her voice is incredible along with the beautiful melody. Another is Bette Midler singing 'The Rose'. Again, a wonderful melody accompanied by the most beautiful and moving lyrics I've ever heard.
I'm glad that I have broadened my musical taste. There is so much great music out there, that I doubt one lifetime will be enough.

I forgot the Blues! How can I forget the Blues? I love the Blues!, Whether it's Blues Rock such as Led Zeppelin , early Whitesnake or AC/DC, or the likes of B.B. King and Buddy Guy (both of whom I've seen live).

Kevin

 

[White Heather]

I have always loved classical music and as a child learned to play the piano. My sister was a ballerina and watching her dance to a live orchestra resulted in a permanent love of music. I wake every day to my radio playing the UK radio channel, Classic FM (on DAB).
I have however learned to love film score music even more than pure classical. On Monday Classic FM played film music all day and it was the best days radio ever for me. A whole day listening to Hans Zimmer, John Williams, John Barry, Ennio Morricone, James Horner, Harry Gregson Williams and so many more.

I recently bought a new car - one that is surprisingly quiet when driving even when the engine is running (it's a hybrid). I ordered it with a JBL sound system and listening to classical in that is like sitting in the middle of the orchestra!

Being retired, and by myself, it's sometimes hard to find things to keep yourself sane, but a long drive across our stunning Yorkshire landscape accompanied by some great music is one of my favourites. And soon I will be doing it in the Scottish Highlands which is always memorable.

 

[Scottie Dog]

I'm away from home at present - North Lakes - and am just catching up on posts/emails etc.

It's so good, as Kevin has already said, to see you posting again @JENNYJET.

Happy listening and thank you all for your experience of early classical music.