BucksRam

Sounds like a good decision. Just take it easy, it's awful losing a much loved part of the family. Still miss ours all the time, several years on. Great memories, though. 

My boy Bilbo, who sadly died a few weeks back aged 19.  Had him from about 7 weeks old.
 
 

My boy Bilbo, who sadly died a few weeks back aged 19.  Had him from about 7 weeks old.
 
 

My boy Bilbo, who sadly died a few weeks back aged 19.  Had him from about 7 weeks old.
 
 

My boy Bilbo, who sadly died a few weeks back aged 19.  Had him from about 7 weeks old.
 
 

My boy Bilbo, who sadly died a few weeks back aged 19.  Had him from about 7 weeks old.
 
 

My boy Bilbo, who sadly died a few weeks back aged 19.  Had him from about 7 weeks old.
 
 

My boy Bilbo, who sadly died a few weeks back aged 19.  Had him from about 7 weeks old.
 
 

My boy Bilbo, who sadly died a few weeks back aged 19.  Had him from about 7 weeks old.
 
 

My boy Bilbo, who sadly died a few weeks back aged 19.  Had him from about 7 weeks old.
 
 

My boy Bilbo, who sadly died a few weeks back aged 19.  Had him from about 7 weeks old.
 
 

Not read the whole thread but have to say impressed with people's views over the past couple of pages - thoughtful and considered.  Personally I'm keen to get back to normal, or whatever the new normal is however, living in a vulnerable household I shall remain cautious. No more snogging strangers, and like someone has already mentioned, I'll choose an outdoor seat at the pub where possible!  I know of two people personally who are refusing to take their jabs - mainly on the basis they are concerned about long term affects.  One to be fair is now leaning toward having it (I'm glad as she's a good friend of the family), the other remains strongly in the no camp and is adamant he'll do whatever he likes: #@$*!.   I have my 2nd jab end of this month and I can't wait.  
In my view it's important we continue to work toward getting back to some sense of normality, for our well-being, the economy - a whole host of reasons.  It does need everyone though to still be cognizant that it's not all rosy, some remain vulnerable and not to ignore all risks.  What worries me is people have short memories and will be fairly blasé once they feel they're unshackled.  Same goes with holidays abroad - we've chose to completely veto the idea this year, much as I'd love to spend two weeks next to a pool sipping a Mai Tai. I've been somewhat surprised at a few people I know who are jumping on planes at the first opportunity.  Personal choice I know but for me, we're not yet on top of this, and most definitely not across Europe. For me this summer / autumn remains a bit of a test case - next year will be where things hopefully go back to some semblance of where we were pre-Covid. 
I really look forward to getting back out there, but strongly hope people remain sensible - possibly a vain hope. 

Not read the whole thread but have to say impressed with people's views over the past couple of pages - thoughtful and considered.  Personally I'm keen to get back to normal, or whatever the new normal is however, living in a vulnerable household I shall remain cautious. No more snogging strangers, and like someone has already mentioned, I'll choose an outdoor seat at the pub where possible!  I know of two people personally who are refusing to take their jabs - mainly on the basis they are concerned about long term affects.  One to be fair is now leaning toward having it (I'm glad as she's a good friend of the family), the other remains strongly in the no camp and is adamant he'll do whatever he likes: #@$*!.   I have my 2nd jab end of this month and I can't wait.  
In my view it's important we continue to work toward getting back to some sense of normality, for our well-being, the economy - a whole host of reasons.  It does need everyone though to still be cognizant that it's not all rosy, some remain vulnerable and not to ignore all risks.  What worries me is people have short memories and will be fairly blasé once they feel they're unshackled.  Same goes with holidays abroad - we've chose to completely veto the idea this year, much as I'd love to spend two weeks next to a pool sipping a Mai Tai. I've been somewhat surprised at a few people I know who are jumping on planes at the first opportunity.  Personal choice I know but for me, we're not yet on top of this, and most definitely not across Europe. For me this summer / autumn remains a bit of a test case - next year will be where things hopefully go back to some semblance of where we were pre-Covid. 
I really look forward to getting back out there, but strongly hope people remain sensible - possibly a vain hope. 

Not read the whole thread but have to say impressed with people's views over the past couple of pages - thoughtful and considered.  Personally I'm keen to get back to normal, or whatever the new normal is however, living in a vulnerable household I shall remain cautious. No more snogging strangers, and like someone has already mentioned, I'll choose an outdoor seat at the pub where possible!  I know of two people personally who are refusing to take their jabs - mainly on the basis they are concerned about long term affects.  One to be fair is now leaning toward having it (I'm glad as she's a good friend of the family), the other remains strongly in the no camp and is adamant he'll do whatever he likes: #@$*!.   I have my 2nd jab end of this month and I can't wait.  
In my view it's important we continue to work toward getting back to some sense of normality, for our well-being, the economy - a whole host of reasons.  It does need everyone though to still be cognizant that it's not all rosy, some remain vulnerable and not to ignore all risks.  What worries me is people have short memories and will be fairly blasé once they feel they're unshackled.  Same goes with holidays abroad - we've chose to completely veto the idea this year, much as I'd love to spend two weeks next to a pool sipping a Mai Tai. I've been somewhat surprised at a few people I know who are jumping on planes at the first opportunity.  Personal choice I know but for me, we're not yet on top of this, and most definitely not across Europe. For me this summer / autumn remains a bit of a test case - next year will be where things hopefully go back to some semblance of where we were pre-Covid. 
I really look forward to getting back out there, but strongly hope people remain sensible - possibly a vain hope. 

Not read the whole thread but have to say impressed with people's views over the past couple of pages - thoughtful and considered.  Personally I'm keen to get back to normal, or whatever the new normal is however, living in a vulnerable household I shall remain cautious. No more snogging strangers, and like someone has already mentioned, I'll choose an outdoor seat at the pub where possible!  I know of two people personally who are refusing to take their jabs - mainly on the basis they are concerned about long term affects.  One to be fair is now leaning toward having it (I'm glad as she's a good friend of the family), the other remains strongly in the no camp and is adamant he'll do whatever he likes: #@$*!.   I have my 2nd jab end of this month and I can't wait.  
In my view it's important we continue to work toward getting back to some sense of normality, for our well-being, the economy - a whole host of reasons.  It does need everyone though to still be cognizant that it's not all rosy, some remain vulnerable and not to ignore all risks.  What worries me is people have short memories and will be fairly blasé once they feel they're unshackled.  Same goes with holidays abroad - we've chose to completely veto the idea this year, much as I'd love to spend two weeks next to a pool sipping a Mai Tai. I've been somewhat surprised at a few people I know who are jumping on planes at the first opportunity.  Personal choice I know but for me, we're not yet on top of this, and most definitely not across Europe. For me this summer / autumn remains a bit of a test case - next year will be where things hopefully go back to some semblance of where we were pre-Covid. 
I really look forward to getting back out there, but strongly hope people remain sensible - possibly a vain hope. 

Not read the whole thread but have to say impressed with people's views over the past couple of pages - thoughtful and considered.  Personally I'm keen to get back to normal, or whatever the new normal is however, living in a vulnerable household I shall remain cautious. No more snogging strangers, and like someone has already mentioned, I'll choose an outdoor seat at the pub where possible!  I know of two people personally who are refusing to take their jabs - mainly on the basis they are concerned about long term affects.  One to be fair is now leaning toward having it (I'm glad as she's a good friend of the family), the other remains strongly in the no camp and is adamant he'll do whatever he likes: #@$*!.   I have my 2nd jab end of this month and I can't wait.  
In my view it's important we continue to work toward getting back to some sense of normality, for our well-being, the economy - a whole host of reasons.  It does need everyone though to still be cognizant that it's not all rosy, some remain vulnerable and not to ignore all risks.  What worries me is people have short memories and will be fairly blasé once they feel they're unshackled.  Same goes with holidays abroad - we've chose to completely veto the idea this year, much as I'd love to spend two weeks next to a pool sipping a Mai Tai. I've been somewhat surprised at a few people I know who are jumping on planes at the first opportunity.  Personal choice I know but for me, we're not yet on top of this, and most definitely not across Europe. For me this summer / autumn remains a bit of a test case - next year will be where things hopefully go back to some semblance of where we were pre-Covid. 
I really look forward to getting back out there, but strongly hope people remain sensible - possibly a vain hope. 

If you're in a vulnerable group or over 50 you can bring your 2nd jab forward from after 11/12 weeks to after 8 (not the chocolate!).
If you're aware of how the virus is transmitted - aerosol - then sitting outside in the sun is a good idea. Getting on a plane is also fairly safe because of the way they filter the air (owing to having to deal with smoking years ago). The worst bit of it all will probably be coming back to the UK airports if they don't sort out the 'traffic lights' and Border Control.
We went to Kefalonia last September, felt perfectly safe. Didn't go to any discos mind.

I'd love Johnny back. It's between him and Hughes for who I miss most from our Clough/Steve Mac days.

Agree - Although I may not be a fan of some of the them, i.e. Chelsea / Man U, I'd always want the English (or British) team to win against European opposition.

it's the Derby way?

He has been self-isolating for the past 15 games

Yeah isn't that 4 of them now over the last couple of weeks.  With the luck we've had what's the betting Kamil ends up having to self isolate and we lose him for 2 or 3 games.  

Yeah isn't that 4 of them now over the last couple of weeks.  With the luck we've had what's the betting Kamil ends up having to self isolate and we lose him for 2 or 3 games.  

Almost exactly what I was going to say.   I thought he was great last night but then he probably felt much more "at home".  He's clearly really talented, as we saw in his early starts.  Really do hope he stays and I believe he'll be a real asset once we've come through this cr4p phase. 

Almost exactly what I was going to say.   I thought he was great last night but then he probably felt much more "at home".  He's clearly really talented, as we saw in his early starts.  Really do hope he stays and I believe he'll be a real asset once we've come through this cr4p phase.