Dear All,
I just want to say a big thankyou to all of you, who have so far contributed to this blog, with your lovely comments and kind wishes. Mark is 'working up' to posting his own comments, and has logged on numerous times, but can't find the right words yet.
Mark has drawn great comfort from some of the lovely comments, they have made us laugh and cry. It is heart warming to know that you hold him in such high esteem, and that he has so many good friends and colleagues.
Mark is very tired at the moment. He's got lots of things he wants to say and write down, but just can't find the energy or the words at the moment...we're hoping the sun will come out and cheer us both up!
In the meantime, if you have any funny stories, or anecdotes or good jokes-we could do with a laugh.
If you too can't find the right words to put down, but are viewing this blog regularly, put your thinking cap on, and just write from the heart.
Wendywoo xxx
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Mark,
ReplyDeleteI can't believe Dirk Hewitt has called me 'Stevie'
What's that all about? Must be a Scottish thing
I guess that most of the people reading this will have seen you dance. The first time I witnessed it was in Llandudno at a Christmas Do and the Northern Soul section came on - I was seriously amazed at how you moved across the floor. Seriously light on his feet for a big fella!! All I could manage was a very drunken attempt at Kung Fu Fighting with you, Jon Lansley and Trevor.
I've got photos of that night somewhere and will send them to Matt to post.
Usual soppy greetings to all of you.
Beau,you are and remain my 'A' Relief Bootle Street Quiz Team Captain...If anyone wants to know about your reflexes,just tell them to try and hit a buzzer simultaneously on hearing the first sound of Roxy Music's 'Love is the Drug',a feat you achieved on a Beat-the-Intro round.....I really think Quizmaster Graham Glover still believes you saw his Q&A sheet,judging by the flabbergasted look on his face when you identified the song correctly....I have never seen it equalled since.
ReplyDeleteTake Care All...Mike Duggan.
Hi all, well i have to admit to being a bit unsure of what to say as we have never met you Mark or your family and for that matter, have,nt had contact with Wendy only thru news via other family members, however we want you to know that we are very sad to hear your news and that all our love and prayers are with you all even though they are from the other side of the world .much love hugs and kisses .
ReplyDeleteAunty Barbara Chris Irene Keith and all our families xxxxxxxxx
Hey Beau, Can`t believe the news, it has left Andrea and I speechless. Having read all the comments posted so far it goes without saying that you are truly held in the highest esteem by family, friends and colleague`s alike. You are, and always have been a true gentleman, with time to spare for anyone who needed help/advice to sort out any problems they may have had. And as you can see, those same people will be there for you, Wendy and the kids, at this very difficult time.
ReplyDeleteJust like many of you friends, I will be following this blog (now I`ve sussed it) on a regular basis.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Stay strong and positive mate.
Johnny Ennis
It was good to see you the other week mate. Hopefully we can get out for a pint when you feel up to it. I mentioned you to one of the blokes at work and he said,'he was a good dancer at Bruche!' I've seen your Wigan Pier moves and they are quite impressive!
ReplyDeleteYour in my thoughts mate.
Jonny A
Alright Beau,
ReplyDeleteits easy to for people to leave nice comments about you because you are a genuinely top bloke. I think i speak for everyone when i say it will be great to read something on here from you. i know words will be hard to come by but remember your "our mate Beau" and we all love you so just let it flow fella!
Wendys said we can leave jokes and i dont need much of an offer to throw one in so here goes ace!
An elderly man walks into a confessional. The following conversation ensues:
Man: 'I am 92 years old, have a wonderful wife of 70 years, many children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. Yesterday, I picked up two college girls, hitchhiking . We went to a motel, where I had sex with each of them three times.'
Priest: 'Are you sorry for your sins?'
Man: 'What sins? '
Priest: 'What kind of a Catholic are you?'
Man: 'I'm Jewish.'
Priest: 'Why are you telling me all this?'
Man: 'I'm 92 years old ... I'm telling everybody.'?
x
Blood hell Mark! When did you become a golfer?
ReplyDeleteAfter we hacked our way round Pennington Flash, hung over, after an evening in that sophisticated bijou establishment known as the “Moonraker,” I would never have guessed you had it in you. I don’t think either of us broke 100!
So a daft golfing joke for you:-
A man staggers into A&E with a concussion, multiple bruises, two black eyes and a five iron wrapped tightly around his throat. Naturally curious, the doctor asks him what happened.
“Well, it was like this,” said the man. “I was having a quiet round of golf with my wife, when at a difficult dog-legged par 5; we both sliced our balls into a pasture of cows.“
“We went to look for them, and while I was rooting around, noticed one of the cows had something white at its rear end.”
“I walked over and lifted up the tail, and sure enough, there was a golf ball with my wife’s monogram on it– stuck right in the middle of the cow’s arse.”
“That’s when I made my big mistake.”
“What did you do?” asks the doctor.
“Well, I lifted the cow’s tail and yelled to my wife, “Hey sweetheart, this looks like yours!”
“I don’t remember much after that!”
Gaz
The cleanest joke i know:-
ReplyDeleteA woman walked into the kitchen to find her
husband stalking around with a fly swatter
'What are you doing?' !
She asked.
'Hunting Flies'
He responded.
'Oh. ! Killing any?'
She asked.
'Yep, 3 males, 2 Females,' he replied.
Intrigued, she asked.
'How can you tell them apart?' !
He responded,
'3 were on a beer can,
2 were on the phone...
hope your perking up mate!
Hi Mark
ReplyDeleteGot Giles’s message about maybe getting chance to have a pint with you on 27th in West Houghton. Allison and I will be there!
I was thinking about the past again today and had a flash back that brought me out in a cold sweat. It was about that old red Talbot you used to thrash up and down the M61.
For some reason I was with you and we were travelling from the 61 onto the East Lancs round that left hand bend and I would swear the thing was on two wheels.
I don’t think I was as brave and calm as I tried to look. However, I was probably perfectly safe as I suspect you had both done it before!
Anyway, you won’t believe it but, I couldn’t find a joke about Talbots although I know now that you can join an owners club if you still own one. Unbelievable!
So in desperation I bastardised this one – sorry it’s a bit corny.
“A man in a Jaguar passed an old red Talbot that had broken down by the side of the road. Being a kindly driver, he stopped and fixed a tow-rope to it and began towing it to the nearest garage.
After 10 minutes of towing, a Porsche passed them at high speed. The Jaguar driver was not going to be outdone by a Porsche, so, forgetting that he had a Talbot in tow, he slammed his foot down and the Jaguar and Porsche indulged in a high-speed race down the road, the Talbot and it's occupant trailing wildly about at the end of the rope frantically trying to attract their attention but failing.
An observant traffic officer (Possibly Basher Bayfield – sorry Alan) saw them and gave chase. The Police driver radioed the job in - Sarge, you'll never believe this, I’m behind a Porsche and a Jaguar that are neck and neck doing 150 mph down the East Lancs and I swear Beau Bridges is in his old red Talbot behind flashing his lights, blowing his horn and trying to overtake them!"
Well I tried!
This however is a true story from when I worked in uniform at Failsworth. I think I’m safe telling you as the lad concerned has emigrated. Which is as well as he could be a bit of a handful and might just cause me physical harm!
A young, very large probationer just out of company is on patrol on Limeside (one of Oldham’s more salubrious estates) when he shouts up for a PNC check. For arguments sake let’s say the details came back to a Rover in blue.
Upon receiving the result there is a brief pause before he shouts up for the sergeant saying – “there’s something funny going on here sarge, the address is right but the plates are on a caravan” Oh how we laughed.
Hoping you get some strength back soon and looking forward to seeing you.
Gaz
Mark,
ReplyDeleteTo echo everyone else's thoughts, Theresa and I are shocked and tremendously saddened by the news of your diagnosis. Theresa says she often thinks about the Arndale and the good times she had.(Whatever that means!)Sadly we are away on holiday until 29th August so we can't come to your gathering. We are really upset about that but we will be thinking about you, as we have often, on that particular night. I'm sure it will be an emotional night but you are doing the right thing in arranging it. It will be something for everyone to remember and for you to feel proud about how many people attend and how much people think of you. We'll be at the next one! I would say I'll say a prayer for you but I'm probably not in favour up there so I've asked our daughter Emma (13) to say prayers as often as she can for you and your family. She has a good heart and will say just the right things.
Will keep checking the blog for updates, if you need anything, transport etc please let us help in any way we can.
I'll lift a pint to you on 27th if I can get someone to buy me one!
Love Steve,Theresa and Emma Carter
Beau,
ReplyDeleteNews of your condition reached me last week and you have been constantly in my thoughts since pal.
Hope youve been enjoying (or agonising over) the rugby this weekend? Ive always associated you with the word 'passion' when it comes to your interests whether it be music or sport or food(!) and it was great to read your comments and see the pics on your blog. You certainly always put a smile on my face on the occasions I have met you and Im sure you will do so again.
I know your family bond will keep you strong so keep that big smile on your face.
Stuart Pem
Beau
ReplyDeleteYou better be there on the 27th mate, in the truest traditions of the 'A' division, you have never missed an excuse for a drink and free food, don't make this your first. Look forward to seeing you.
Anything you or Wendy need we are here for you just call.
Keep all your chins up.
Colin, Denise, Stuart & Matthew Heil