BS: Ducks Fly South

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: Guy Wolff
Date: 03 Nov 05 - 04:52 PM

AHHHHHHH mudcat !!

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: Mrs.Duck
Date: 03 Nov 05 - 04:41 PM

We miss everyone too. You could always come and visit!! The Wolves and Ducks will forever be great friends I think and all or any will always be welcome here. I miss waking up to the sound of the toys playing upstairs, Christian is such a honey. Elizabeth has a rare talent for art and we would love to show her round the galleries and the sculpture park where our Christmas photo on the fridge was taken.

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: Guy Wolff
Date: 02 Nov 05 - 06:48 PM

Dont forget the other dueling banjos we came up with the other night . Geoff youve got to work that one up for the right moment . Ill "say no more". "Say no more ."
               If you could just strap the Humanitone to the face then <><>><><><><>>><> La LA LA La LA la la la - la la la la la - LALA . What a music vidio it could make . VH1 look out

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: Big Mick
Date: 02 Nov 05 - 05:47 PM

I miss Maddie. She is a delightful girl and I look forward to seeing her again. In fact, I miss the lot of you. Come back soon, and let's make music.

All the best,

Mick

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: Mrs.Duck
Date: 02 Nov 05 - 01:28 PM

Ooer dear.

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: Geoff the Duck
Date: 02 Nov 05 - 11:35 AM

Don't forget Tumble...
Quack!!
Geoff.

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: John MacKenzie
Date: 01 Nov 05 - 11:41 AM

spin rinse snore!
G.:~)

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: Mrs.Duck
Date: 01 Nov 05 - 09:04 AM

Be sure of that Guy! We are slowly catching up with sleep and laundry :0)

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: Guy Wolff
Date: 31 Oct 05 - 09:24 PM

I hope you are all getting some rest from your vacation ! I always need more rest from the excurtion then I do from a work day at home . Getting on the plane in late afternoon and getting off in the morning always takes a day or two out of me . I hope you are all back to normal soon in the sleep department .!! We will see you soon one way or another , All the best , Guy

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: MMario
Date: 31 Oct 05 - 06:36 PM

whoops! I know they did get to see some honest down home hospitality - but wish they didn't have to see the "other side" quite as much as they did!

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: Mrs.Duck
Date: 31 Oct 05 - 05:48 PM

And much appreciated it was too Susan :0) Mmario it was precisely because of the wonderful hospitality we received that we were able to rise above the setbacks. And at the end of the day some arsehole got to do my laundry while I had a great time with great people. We'll be back!!! But in the meantime our house is always open!

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: wysiwyg
Date: 31 Oct 05 - 03:35 PM

Mmario, I dunno what you're talking about.... I DID give 'em a pee bucket at least! :~)

Welcome home, Ducks 'n' Maddie!

~Susan

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: nutty
Date: 31 Oct 05 - 03:28 PM

Welcome home .... you've missed the Indian Summer. Winter will be appearing very soon.

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: Geoff the Duck
Date: 31 Oct 05 - 03:23 PM

Hi folks we're back home. Arived at Manchester at 9a.m. local time, home around 11.00 then slept a while.
Fill you in with details later - either myself or Jane.
Quack!
Geoff.

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: MMario
Date: 31 Oct 05 - 02:08 PM

well, I'm sorry to say " they got to enjoy some American hospitality" since they were horn-swoggled by their rental car company, lost in NYC, stuck in traffic, burglarized and had a stretch of rainy, depressing horrible weather - but CAN say I was glad to meet them all, and sincerely hope that they managed to have a good time despite all.

Good thing they didn't have Jack with them on the entire trip though...who knows what added complications he would have raised!

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: Linda Kelly
Date: 31 Oct 05 - 01:56 PM

come home soon -we miss you!

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: Leadfingers
Date: 30 Oct 05 - 09:25 PM

All I can say is Ducks are nice peoples ! and in five or six years time (AND I was fifty years younger- or maybe a bit more) I would be looking at Maddy in a different way ! What a lovely girl !! What a lovely family !

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: Tannywheeler
Date: 30 Oct 05 - 08:46 PM

I'm glad they got to enjoy some American hospitality before they had to rush home. They were so much fun at Getaway. What a pleasure to know there are such terrific folks in the world. Glad they got (most of?) their stuff back.       Tw

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: GUEST,Noreen
Date: 29 Oct 05 - 09:10 PM

Great to hear of the travels, which we were in the middle of!

Safe home, Ducks and Maddie!

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: Guy Wolff
Date: 29 Oct 05 - 10:06 AM

The Ducks have gone from our house south east to Mystic Seaport for two days .That would put them on the plane either this afternoon or tomorrow . Its easy for me to loose time so Im a bad one to talk . I thought they said they were getting on the plane Saterday afternoon but that wouldnt give them 2 days in Mystic witch is the main thing I remember them saying !! . If theeyr hotel room had hook up Geoff said he would let us all know how they were doing .. I think the twins will like the aquarium if they find the time. Its on the same ticket so I hope they get there as well . Happy QUACKING !!

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: Liz the Squeak
Date: 29 Oct 05 - 06:07 AM

Guy - the chimes of the clock commonly known as 'Big Ben' are called 'Westminster Chimes' and are nearly always reproduced wrongly!

However... today and tomorrow, until 4pm, they won't be heard at all - The chimes are 'closed for maintenance' - first time they've been silenced for 20 years, for repair and cleaning. I hope they find the time to retune them too... one of them is slightly out and makes me wince every time I hear it!

Hope the Ducks are OK.

LTS

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: Col K
Date: 28 Oct 05 - 10:42 PM

Where are they now?
When do they fly home?

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: Guy Wolff
Date: 28 Oct 05 - 11:35 AM

Cet I concure . We gave them the best matrasses we had for the floor in the music room and not one complaint ! Molly and Rowen slepped near their feet ( At least at the begining of the evening ).
                Maddy and Elizabeth had a really great connection . They went off with an art teacher to have a look at an Alexander Calder exhibit at a local museum . Lots of stuffed animals were exchanged who are now imigrating to Briton with the Ducks .
               But to have the chance to sit and play music in quantity in the eveings was just what was needed. We actually found ourselves doing early Fairport Convention, I showed Geoff one of my faverites from the 60's : " Truck Drivers Queen" a classic . He had notes I didnt remember for Maddy Groves (Jane had every verse) and black Leg Minor or SkewBAll . Lots of Morris tunes as well . I sent Geoff home with a "Humanatone" that I hope makes it out at some aproppriate moment at the right session. Just ask and I am shore he will give you a demonstration of this inportant American traditional instroment .
               It was also great fun to hear about so many mudcatters from them .
                The perfect house guests and as we said a few minutes ago as they got in their car this will not be the last time we gett togtether.
                As always in these moments it is time to thank MAX again .. What magic can happen when like minded people get together and Max you really have made a vehicle for helping THAT to happen ..
                  All the best , Guy

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: CET
Date: 27 Oct 05 - 04:27 PM

Glad to hear it. Best wishes to all. I can certify that the Ducks make very good house guests. They don't complain about the accommodations and they sing for their supper.

Edmund

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: Guy Wolff
Date: 27 Oct 05 - 02:54 PM

Every One made it after a long 300+ mile trip from outside Montreal to northwestern Connecticut . We were so happy when tha family made to our house. Music food wine Music music food sleep ??? . I will let the Ducks know that mudcat is up .. More soon , All the best , Guy

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: Beer
Date: 27 Oct 05 - 02:22 PM

Parcel was mailed thios morning.
Beer

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: Beer
Date: 26 Oct 05 - 04:42 PM

Left this morning around eleven for Guy's place. Good to have had the family in and who knows, we may all meet again. To a well rested crew, thanks for stopping in and my doors are always open.
Beer

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: Beer
Date: 25 Oct 05 - 07:51 PM

Hi All - Geoff typing from Beer's House
Had problems connecting to internet all afternoon. We arrived safely here about 10.00am. Visited museum dedicated to Battle of the Chateauguay - private showing because it is officially closed for the season.
Will be travelling towards Guy Wolf land tomorrow....
Quack!
Geoff the Duck.

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: Guy Wolff
Date: 25 Oct 05 - 07:29 PM

Sorry Erica says the chimes are the intervel for Westminster's Bells . HA close though !!!

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: Guy Wolff
Date: 25 Oct 05 - 03:36 PM

I just realazed Erica gave me some chimes last Christmas that have the meladic intervels of Big Ben !! <><><>< and its in the music room where you are sleeping .. I hope it dosent rain and sleet every mile of your trip . Blue skys !!

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: Guy Wolff
Date: 25 Oct 05 - 01:15 PM

So glad to hear the news . !! We do have a tower rather early Norman in character but no Big Ben . We also do have a stuffed Bobby from Micca and Kat in London that are part of Christian's play group . My Two are both rather young in their tastes so I think this is going to be a very good mix . I think we can find some Bass or Newcastle Brown localy or something Boston like . erica and I are unseasoned in that realm .. Just needing practice ..All the best , guy

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: wysiwyg
Date: 25 Oct 05 - 11:21 AM

Ducks-- I wasn't able to get the two found children's items in the mail to Guy in time; if you will PM me your UK address I will be happy to send them along.

Travel well!

~Susan

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: Charmion
Date: 25 Oct 05 - 07:44 AM

Thanks to Artoush the Armenian autobody guy (Art's Collision Services [no kidding], corner Heron Road and Kaladar Avenue, Ottawa), the Ducks are winging down the 417 to Ormestown and Beer. Nobody slept very soundly last night -- too much tension yesterday -- but despite the continuing rain today's omens look good.

The Ottawa police were their usual sweet, efficient selves. Constable Jason Savoury was responding to a complaint about grafitti when he found two of the four stolen Duck suitcases in the schoolyard where the thieves had dumped them. He delivered them to our front door on his way back to the station at the end of his patrol shift. Geoff and the kids recovered a few more items during two sweeps of the neighbourhood; Mollie is very proud of having found her sock. Best of all, nothing of significance was lost -- except, of course, a good night's sleep and a day in Ormestown with Beer and family.

What were the good things that happened? Let's see: Edmund leading the flock down Parliament Hill with a twin by each hand, birdlike voices reaching us on the damp breeze. Maddy in the Peace Tower: "Is there a reason why that clock looks so much like Big Ben?" Chocolate ice cream at three meals. Fuller's London Pride (voted Britain's best ale) at The Royal Oak, and several rounds of "Who Am I? 20 Questions". Try to imagine Maddy as Hitler ... Rowan as David Beckham is a little more likely.

By the way: You will know your day has taken a sharp left turn if you ever find yourself calling the police dressed only in a towel and a light coating of bathwater.

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: Mrs.Duck
Date: 24 Oct 05 - 09:18 PM

Good news Beer. We plan to set off as close to 7am as will be possible so maybe we will get there in good time! Guy we still plan to get to you as planned sometime late afternoon/early evening on Wednesday. Thanks everyone for the good wishes and if you ever need a body shop in Ottawa go to Art's he is a gem!

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: Beer
Date: 24 Oct 05 - 06:24 PM

If you happen to read this before you leave tomorrow, then don't push it for 10 a.m. I plan to try and make the rendez-vous for 11.
Beer

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: Guy Wolff
Date: 24 Oct 05 - 04:58 PM

Yes just deliver the car and everything will be fine.<><><> FOR THE RENTAL COMPANY !!!!    Thats like the operation was a susess but the pactiant died .
I am so sorry you have had to deal with this . If you guys have time we are here and glad for the visit and if you dont have the time have a great rest of your trip .. All the best , Guy

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: jacqui.c
Date: 24 Oct 05 - 04:34 PM

Sorry to hear the news Ducks - hope that it doesn't cause too much inconvenience.

Which rental company did you use - I'm sure that enquiring minds will want to know what company to avoid in the future!

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: ranger1
Date: 24 Oct 05 - 04:20 PM

Ducks and Maddy, it was wonderful to meet you all and I'm sorry you didn't get to come to Maine. Sorry to hear about the break-in, hope nothing was taken that can't be replaced. And Maddy, do I have to give ColK back?

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: Beer
Date: 24 Oct 05 - 04:17 PM

What a pain and I'm sure a frustrating day.
Beer

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: wysiwyg
Date: 24 Oct 05 - 04:03 PM

I concur!

~S~

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: Mrs.Duck
Date: 24 Oct 05 - 04:00 PM

Chose to ignore rental company and have repairs done here in Ottawa. How can I drive 1000 miles with kids and no rear window to get a new car!! Will delay our journey south cutting short our visit with Beer but the alternative was not a possibility. Hopefully the rest of the trip will be less eventful!

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: Tinker
Date: 24 Oct 05 - 01:01 PM

I've been a base for a variety of JFK travellers this year. Let me know if you need an unexpected landing.

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: wysiwyg
Date: 24 Oct 05 - 12:19 PM

So sorry to hear of your misfortune!

~Susan

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: CET
Date: 24 Oct 05 - 12:06 PM

Mrs.Duck - the police have been very helpful and Charmion has been wonderful. A lot of our clothes have been found strewn around a field but they will wash!

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: bobad
Date: 24 Oct 05 - 10:57 AM

Most unfortunate and sad to hear that this occured in Ottawa which is generally regarded as being safer than many other cities in this regard.

Hope the rest of your visit proceeds more enjoyably.

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: CET
Date: 24 Oct 05 - 10:50 AM

Unfortunately dawn in Ottawa brought the discovery that our rental car had been broken into and pillaged. Some of our laundry has been recovered but we now have no rear quarter light. The rental company say we cannot have it repaired but must return the vehicle to the nearest office for a replacement - that being JFK airport!!! We are hoping to have temporary repairs done and carry on as planned but it is a real pain in the a***. We will keep folk informed if you are expecting us as there may be delays but hopefully not.
Jane and Geoff still at CETs.

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: CET
Date: 23 Oct 05 - 12:17 PM

Mrs.Duck.here at Charmion and CETs. Had a great evening with music and song and of course beer and bourbon! Going to look at Parliament Hill in the rain later - maybe I'll catch me a Mounty!! Travelling South tomorrow to visit with Beer for a couple of nights and then down to Guys to play in the leaves. Life just keeps getting better!

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: Guy Wolff
Date: 23 Oct 05 - 11:16 AM

WELCOME TO CONNECTICUT KID -LAND   <><><>><> Kid's book and video library await. Trampoline bikes and swings .. We are turning the music room into a Duck coop . Also laundrey room is ready ( One of my faveroite things when Im traveling ! ).. Have a great time in Canada !!
    Leaving the leaves on the ground for jumping piles as well > All the best , Guy Erica Lizzy and Christian

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: CET
Date: 22 Oct 05 - 04:34 PM

Ducks AND MADDY have landed, bringing some good English beer. Maddy is getting aquainted with the cats, the twins have their faces stuck in some picture books. Bill, the cat that ate Toledo, is busy assimilating the new arrivals.

Edmund

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: GUEST,Geoff the Duck
Date: 22 Oct 05 - 09:27 AM

Just checking out of hotel.
Heading over road for breakfast, then driving up to the Peterborough Lift Lock - should be impressive.
Heading off as soon as all seen.
Quack!
GtD.