Guardians of The Lambsfoot!

[mitch13]

Reckon you know us well Mitch! Great-looking buckle I tend to keep my buckles simple, the last thing I want to do is draw attention to my waist!

Yeah, could have done without that, but it didn't spoil the day The guy was lucky Matt answered the phone, or I wouldn't have paid him at all, in cash or otherwise! Why introduce stupid systems like that? When I've worked in bars, the cash changed hands at the same time as the drinks, and I learned to leave the bank note on top of the till, until the customer had received their change, in case there was any question about what note they'd given me

Hope they ease you back in gently

Unbelievable isn't it?! I've heard the same thing though, and it's all happened in just a few years. People don't even walk the same anymore, because half of them walk around looking at their screens

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Been there!

Good morning Guardians, I hope everyone is OK, and enjoying a fine weekend. No shortage of chores for me to take care of today, but I'm hoping to get some sharpening in, and to post some more pics from my trip away (seems like months ago now). Thought I'd carry my SamDamLamb Have a great day Guardians

I wear a belt all the time but don't tuck my shirt in.

We can't be anti screens, that’s how we are here
But yep the education system has gone to... ..!

My kids were horrified if I said use a dictionary!

 

[Rufus1949]

Good morning Guardians, I hope everyone is OK, and enjoying a fine weekend. No shortage of chores for me to take care of today, but I'm hoping to get some sharpening in, and to post some more pics from my trip away (seems like months ago now). Thought I'd carry my SamDamLamb Have a great day Guardians

Sam is a such a fine Sunday lamb Jack.

 

[Rufus1949]

My wife asked for the knife I was carrying last night. She then proceeds to take photos of my dinner.
Delicious cedar planked salmon with cherry glaze / crab cakes.

 

[Jack Black]

I wear a belt all the time but don't tuck my shirt in.

We can't be anti screens, that’s how we are here
But yep the education system has gone to... ..!

My kids were horrified if I said use a dictionary!

Sam is a such a fine Sunday lamb Jack.

Thanks buddy

My wife asked for the knife I was carrying last night. She proceeds to take photos of my dinner.
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Wow, you struck gold there Bob

 

[Angry Waiter]

When I've worked in bars, the cash changed hands at the same time as the drinks, and I learned to leave the bank note on top of the till, until the customer had received their change, in case there was any question about what note they'd given me

And that is exactly how it should work! That way you can point to the fiver and say your short!

 

[Jack Black]

On Sunday, a few weeks ago, it was Christmas Eve, I was in Lanzarote, and about to set off to the ancient capital of Teguise, and the weekly market, which draws people from all over the island Founded by one of the Norman invaders, Jean de Bethencourt, in the early 15th century, Teguise was the island's capital until 1852, when it moved to Arrecife. The town was established well inland in the hope of evading marauding pirates, with an impressive citadel built, towering over the town, where the inhabitants could seek refuge. The plan didn't work though, and Teguise was attacked repeatedly, with one street in the town still named Calle de la Sangre for the amount of blood which once ran down it. In 1618, the town was burned to the ground, which means that none of the buildings is older than the 17th century, but it is still a charming town to visit. Ironically, the citadel is now a pirate museum

My tour bus turned up on time, but without the tour guide, who was part of the deal. I suspected he was probably in bed with a hangover. I felt sorry for the bus driver, who only spoke Spanish, and was reluctant to use even that. Fortunately, I was familiar with some of the journey, and the history of Teguise, from my Grand Tour, which had briefly passed through it.

We passed through the volcanic Badlands of the Malpais, seeing more of Yaiza, and the wine region than on my tour the previous day

These photos show a little more of the unique viniculture of the island.

Just outside Teguise is a famous statue by Cesar Manrique to the Lanzarote campesino. The statue depicts a campesino, with his dog, and dromedary. I was hugely impressed by Manrique's architecture, and vision. It may be a while before I fully appreciate his artwork

Teguise could be seen across the plain. During the week it is a sleepy, historic town, but on market days, the streets are filled with tourists seeking bargains at the thousands of stalls, which line the pretty streets. It was a far cry from Leeds Fleamarket!

The ancient citadel can be seen up on the hill.

 

[Rufus1949]

On Sunday, a few weeks ago, it was Christmas Eve, I was in Lanzarote, and about to set off to the ancient capital of Teguise, and the weekly market, which draws people from all over the island Founded by one of the Norman invaders, Jean de Bethencourt, in the early 15th century, Teguise was the island's capital until 1852, when it moved to Arrecife. The town was established well inland in the hope of evading marauding pirates, with an impressive citadel built, towering over the town, where the inhabitants could seek refuge. The plan didn't work though, and Teguise was attacked repeatedly, with one street in the town still named Calle de la Sangre for the amount of blood which once ran down it. In 1618, the town was burned to the ground, which means that none of the buildings is older than the 17th century, but it is still a charming town to visit. Ironically, the citadel is now a pirate museum

My tour bus turned up on time, but without the tour guide, who was part of the deal. I suspected he was probably in bed with a hangover. I felt sorry for the bus driver, who only spoke Spanish, and was reluctant to use even that. Fortunately, I was familiar with some of the journey, and the history of Teguise, from my Grand Tour, which had briefly passed through it.

We passed through the volcanic Badlands of the Malpais, seeing more of Yaiza, and the wine region than on my tour the previous day

These photos show a little more of the unique viniculture of the island.

Just outside Teguise is a famous statue by Cesar Manrique to the Lanzarote campesino. The statue depicts a campesino, with his dog, and dromedary. I was hugely by Manrique's architecture, and vision. It may be a while before I fully appreciate his artwork

Teguise could be seen across the plain. During the week it is a sleepy, historic town, but on market days, the streets are filled with tourists seeking bargains at the thousands of stalls, which line the pretty streets. It was a far cry from Leeds Fleamarket!

The ancient citadel can be seen up on the hill.

I believe you truly know how to vacation Jack. Thanks for letting others discover, vicariously, a unique destination.

 

[Jack Black]

There must have been a couple of thousand stalls, selling everything from traditional cactus jam and Lanzarotean wine to handicrafts and leather goods. There were food stalls of all types, and others selling beer and cocktails. Cafe tables lined many of the streets, with people drinking coffee, and eating lunch, entertained by some very talented buskers.

The local people are warm and friendly, and I had many nice exchanges. I stopped for coffee with Wee Staggy in a friendly place, and listened to the jazz for a while.

The food caravans seem to mainly cater for visitors from Britain and Ireland, and Germany.

The 'Only Irish-Owned Food Stall in Teguise' was doing a roaring trade, with service so quick there was barely time to look at the menu. I ended up with a strange combination of a toasted cheese salad sandwich, and some chips

There were a number of smart Mojito stalls, staffed by pretty young ladies in matching uniforms, but I decided to spend my money with an old feller, who'd been there 30 years, (and took nearly as long to make each drink), but I was not disappointed

Heading back out of Teguise, we passed another of Manrique's creations, a wind sculpture located on another traffic island.

I was back at my hotel with time for a nap before sundown, and the evening's feasting and entertainment

 

[Jack Black]

I believe you truly know how to vacation Jack. Thanks for letting others discover, vicariously, a unique destination.

Thanks Bob, maybe we can all meet up there next Christmas

 

[SteveC]

Great pictures Jack !

 

[SteveC]

Happy to report the snow has subsided and gone. The storm has left an ungodly chill in the air though. I will go ahead and keep my butt indoors. Watching some playoff football. Green lamb in the pocket today.

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Green Lamb is looking good Paul !

Snakewood & buckle.
Yesterday I got out 1 of my prized possessions for another thread.
Years ago I used to do leather craft for people and kept it legitimate. Well any way 1 Christmas Kristy had this buckle made by Silversmith Mike Pardue out of Texas.
I've only worn it a couple of times just covered in wax. I've been thinking I should just use it? I reckon you blokes will say use it!
It's still pretty cool and goes with Snakewood
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Yesterday's picture
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Cool belt buckle Mitch !

Good morning Guardians, I hope everyone is OK, and enjoying a fine weekend. No shortage of chores for me to take care of today, but I'm hoping to get some sharpening in, and to post some more pics from my trip away (seems like months ago now). Thought I'd carry my SamDamLamb Have a great day Guardians

Lovely Lamb !

My wife asked for the knife I was carrying last night. She then proceeds to take photos of my dinner.
Delicious cedar planked salmon with cherry glaze / crab cakes.View attachment 2456977View attachment 2456986

Tasty looking dinner !

 

[screened porch]

hugely impressed by Manrique's architecture, and vision. It may be a while before I fully appreciate his artwork

"Someday, never comes."

selling everything from traditional cactus jam and Lanzarotean wine to handicrafts and leather goods.

No knives, though?

I checked to see exactly what kawabunga really means, and it turns out it isn't a Hawai'ian surfing term at all.

 

[Jack Black]

"Someday, never comes."

It may well not!

No knives, though?

I only saw them for sale on one stall, but not only were they unfit for this thread, I'm not sure they were fit for anywhere on BF! Maybe I need to take a spare Lambsfoot with me, when I visit these far-off spots, like Odysseus carrying his oar, but hopefully with a happier ending!

I checked to see exactly what kawabunga really means, and it turns out it isn't a Hawai'ian surfing term at all.

Great pictures Jack !

Lovely Lamb !

Thanks a lot buddy

 

[black mamba]

Jack, that has to be the rockiest destination I've ever seen. Rock walls and landscaping everywhere: visually stunning but . . . watch out for your shins!

A bagel and coffee for me this morning, enjoyed with Beni.

 

[SteveC]

Good morning Guardians !

Another freezing morning here, -10° with a wind chill of -26 F


Stag Candle end Lamb today

 

[Rufus1949]

Good morning Guardians !

Another freezing morning here, -10° with a wind chill of -26 F


Stag Candle end Lamb today


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A stags kind of weather. Very nice Steve.

 

[SteveC]

Thanks Bob !

 

[Jack Black]

Jack, that has to be the rockiest destination I've ever seen. Rock walls and landscaping everywhere: visually stunning but . . . watch out for your shins!

A bagel and coffee for me this morning, enjoyed with Beni.

Yes Jeff, volcanic eruptions can lead to wonderful fertile soil, but that is a slow process in Lanzarote because of the lack of rainfall, and the lava fields of the Malpais are particularly unforgiving, since the rock barely gets weathered. There are actually hiking trails going directly through it, but they must have been created by cutting through the rock I think. Elsewhere, the rocky terrain is easier to walk on, but it still requires stout footwear. If I was younger, I think I would enjoy hiking on Lanzarote, but I'm getting a bit long in the tooth unfortunately. Elsewhere on the small island, the terrain is less austere thankfully

Good morning Guardians !

Another freezing morning here, -10° with a wind chill of -26 F


Stag Candle end Lamb today


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Good grief Steve, that's COLD! Primo stag on your Lamb my friend Great pics

I've just been making soup

 

[Joefairbanks]

Good morning Guardians !

Another freezing morning here, -10° with a wind chill of -26 F


Stag Candle end Lamb today


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Gorgeous Lamb, Steve!
Stay warm buddy!

 

[SteveC]

Thanks Ken