The China Pearl Inn part 7

[BritSal]

I want to thank you guys for your support for tonight. Robyn or Supergirl has ensured I be a good Christmas with my family so the least I could do was to take her for this meal.

Lts GG & HSG met here and now have an almost ‘psychic’ link and it seems Supergirl and I have the same. Tonight brought us even closer.

Thanks again guys

 

[cgraven]

don't mention it Sal. There is a certain bond between serving members that defies description. Just enjoy. I am sure that when she needs a hand you will be there for Robyn Sal.

 

[Bjerget]

So as soon as I turned off "friends only" instant messaging on here, I got a spam scam message. Go figure.

 

[cgraven]

I try not to figure these things out Shiva. It is simpler and I am happier.

 

[Raven_Timothy]

Same for me. I just find a nice warm place to snuggle into. Not much on the Internet/interweb happens outside the walls of the inn, not that I care about. In the real world I get swallowed up in everything that has to be done. I drowned a little bit and learn to let less stuff get to me again, without being as cold as I use to be.
But most importantly (for me anyway) i try to live by a simple sounding motto.
Be Here Now.

 

[Raven_Timothy]

Good morning all. I'll put the coffee on, and warm up some cider.

 

[cgraven]

COFFEE.......COFEEEEEE! Thanks Raven. You know that coffee is the life blood of sailors.

 

[RobynTashaYa]

So it falls to us to organise our own guard over the holiday period. Sal leaves for her home in the morning and several of the others will be gone too. I’m guarding the external facilities tomorrow and switching round to interior later.

Really enjoyed yesterday and feel we have bonded well together.

 

[cgraven]

Robyn as always Guard duty is based on area to be guarded and the number of personal to post the guard. More than 4 hours cuts down the effectiveness of the guard.. I am sure that you will work it out and it is a good training exercise as well Robyn.

I hope you had a happy Hanukkah.


When I was aboard ship I did not allow Christmas decorations in CIC. It was not that I was a humbug , but I needed my personal to be concentrating on the mission not being reminded of home and separation from loved ones.

 

[RobynTashaYa]

Robyn as always Guard duty is based on area to be guarded and the number of personal to post the guard. More than 4 hours cuts down the effectiveness of the guard.. I am sure that you will work it out and it is a good training exercise as well Robyn.

I hope you had a happy Hanukkah.


When I was aboard ship I did not allow Christmas decorations in CIC. It was not that I was a humbug , but I needed my personal to be concentrating on the mission not being reminded of home and separation from loved ones.

Although I’m Jewish I’m not particularly over religious CG, in fact I respect all faiths and those who sincerely believe in them. I opted not to go home for Hanukkah preferring to celebrate quietly here (I had lectures anyway). So I volunteered to take guard duty over Christmas so the Christians could be with their families. I am going down to the Thames on New Year’s Eve with Storm so we can see in 2018 together.

Steve has been in contact and he has some leave due in January. Now if he can get s trip to the UK ...

 

[Raven_Timothy]

I am reworking my Zanax Warbow Story.
I figure the creativity might do me some good if I can keep a muse near by. It's working so far I guess. I made correction and minor alterations to every entry. I think reads a little better now. If anyone is willing to take a look at it I could take a little friendly criticism.

 

[Bjerget]

Hi everyone! It's almost time for the winter holidays. I'll just be glad to be able to sleep in xD

 

[Raven_Timothy]

Hi everyone! It's almost time for the winter holidays. I'll just be glad to be able to sleep in xD

Three cheers for sleeping in. [In little more than a whisper] hip hip hurrah, hip hip hurrah, hip hip yawn. I wish you the best of luck in getting a little extra rest. I'm afraid I myself am lacking in that department today.

 

[cgraven]

Although I’m Jewish I’m not particularly over religious CG, in fact I respect all faiths and those who sincerely believe in them. I opted not to go home for Hanukkah preferring to celebrate quietly here (I had lectures anyway). So I volunteered to take guard duty over Christmas so the Christians could be with their families. I am going down to the Thames on New Year’s Eve with Storm so we can see in 2018 together.

Steve has been in contact and he has some leave due in January. Now if he can get s trip to the UK ...

You did good Robyn that is the important thing. I learned along time ago their is a difference between faith and religion. Religion is how man messes up faith.

 

[cgraven]

This time of year, Christmas time, is one of those time of years when I once more get reflective, and perhaps not the best of company. For me it is a time of year to take stock in myself, to remember dear friends some who have gone west, other that time and distance have let us slip apart. But it is also a time to be thankful for new friends and the sharing that comes with new friends where one needs to step out of our comfort zone.

Thank you all denizens of the Inn for making the past year special.

 

[Uggg]

Hiya all inn patrons,

sorry I've hardly been arround for the last couple of weeks my internet connection has been frustratingly slow and I've been mad busy.

I just wanted to say Merry Christmas to everyone.

I will be afk till early Jan but then I'll be back.

*Leaves lots of little piles of raisins on the bar and beside each pile is a card with someones name on it.

Leaves a tin of baking behind the bar with a note that says its for CG but if he wants to share then others can enjoy too.

Pins a Christmas card up in the rafters for RT.

Puts an extra card with Glad's the extra card says 'for Valenthel' and has on it.*

Lots of Xmas everyone!

Uggg

 

[Raven_Timothy]

CG for what ever small part I have had in makeing your year a little better, I'm am the thankful one.
Robyn CG is right about religion vs faith. I am a Christian, not Baptist or any other religions denomination. I believe we were given a book that has a set of rules for us to try to live by. I may find it am wrong but it's the best I can do. It is the best I can be as a human. That has to be good enough for everyone else or i dont need them in my life. Like you I too respect others and their faith.
That's my take on things.
And if you are willing to be a vessel for your God's good deed I cannot help but have some admiration for you.

 

[Raven_Timothy]

Hiya all inn patrons,

sorry I've hardly been arround for the last couple of weeks my internet connection has been frustratingly slow and I've been mad busy.

I just wanted to say Merry Christmas to everyone.

I will be afk till early Jan but then I'll be back.

*Leaves lots of little piles of raisins on the bar and beside each pile is a card with someones name on it.

Leaves a tin of baking behind the bar with a note that says its for CG but if he wants to share then others can enjoy too.

Pins a Christmas card up in the rafters for RT.

Puts an extra card with Glad's the extra card says 'for Valenthel' and has on it.*

Lots of Xmas everyone!

Uggg

Sorry you can't stay longer Uggg. I was about to leave your Christmas gift.

 

[cgraven]

Our best Christmas gift is each others company.

 

[Uggg]

*Rushes back in and plants a big on RT's cheek (I don't even care if you don't like boy kisses you deserve that one and your just gonna have to take it! )*

You have no idea how much you just brightened up my day!!

Thank you!

*Rushes back out*

Uggg

 

[RobynTashaYa]

Very brief shout out to the Inn. Thanks for being here for us all. And Uggg, take a from me. And CG, RT I’m sending

 

[Raven_Timothy]

Amen CG. If you keep preaching the good word like that I'm liable to pass an offering plate... that or open a good bottle of whiskey.
Probably the latter but, I know where the shot glasses are and my dad taught me to share.

Thank you and you are welcome Uggg. I will tolerate the kiss this time.

Robyn I will always happily take a little more in my life I am warmed and eagerly return the .

 

[Uggg]

Very brief shout out to the Inn. Thanks for being here for us all. And Uggg, take a from me. And CG, RT I’m sending

Oh! Special treatment! I like this!

Right back at you!

Uggg

 

[cgraven]

Amen CG. If you keep preaching the good word like that I'm liable to pass an offering plate... that or open a good bottle of whiskey.
Probably the latter but, I know where the shot glasses are and my dad taught me to share.

Thank you and you are welcome Uggg. I will tolerate the kiss this time.

Robyn I will always happily take a little more in my life I am warmed and eagerly return the .

I recommend a good bottle of single malt whiskey Raven.

 

[BritSal]

I’m going home tomorrow, I’ll be back mid next week. Want to wish everyone a Happy Christmas. Everyone here is great but CG, you’re the very GREATEST!