Sofia

I wish to seriously apologise for all this altercation, because the issue was with what I wrote and not Pedro. It was my post that seemed to have trigger Caroline. In my line of work I always think first for the Why, so I dont tend to assume or judge situations on face value. I confess I have no clue why it triggered her to go down the road of "bollocks" and a defensive attitude, but its not important at all! I am super happy for her and everyone, seeing them super content with their lives and enviournment and how things work around them! That is amazing!! There is nothing wrong with thinking different and having different views at all, healthy debate is most welcomed and important to bring people together. But semantics matter and In this situation there is a stark difference between the very nice way Fred expressed his feelings and Caroline's. For sure there are no bad intentions on her part, that's what we believe. On the other hand if someone throws "bollocks" in the air, in a written form where its not possible to understand if its banter or not, one just desingages and moves on. Life is too short. It's a great shame, I am very sorry I caused all this and I hope you can forgive my intromission. 90% of what I wrote is about love, unfortunately the 10% triggered a big reaction.

Uau, there seems to be a great confusion with letherman's at security... so, going to the IoM the lady sent Pedro's one for destruction immediately. I had one also, but no issue there. With Brittany ferries, all bikers were stopped and the guy asked us "do you have Swiss army knives? Yes? That's fine. Do you have multitools like Letherman? Yes? OK, that's fine too" basically it depends on the bloke or gal asking. Interesting way to do security checks, but not surprising seeing its all outsourced staff. Still, good to know the law is enforced and applied correctly and properly, no more dangerous multitools for me, I don't have a clue what to do with it anyway!! Rather call recovery!

Thanks for your thoughts. I take the tablets as prescribed, w hours before boarding.

Thank you for a super good report!! And for being top travel companion, super patiente and calm inspite of my anxiety and repeated sea sickness!! You have made a few new friends on this trip and for sure we are both very sorry to have missed the forum members we also wanted to meet. Must go back with better planning!! I returned with extreme emotions, from sadness for the state of affairs in the new version of Britain, but also with a heart full of love from the people that have always understood me the best and accepted me the most. And I dont just mean my wonderful friends, I mean the People from Britain. I return also with a new apreciation for Portugal and the freedom we still enjoy here, where the chaos I so struggle with, is now the protection against the extreme control Britain is under. Rules are important, but they should never be used for harassment or oppression. Britain is the land of fearless explorers, by land, sea, and air!! The paradise of motorsport and bike sheds full of character and quirkiness, now taken over by nanny-state/woke and being killed off by fear, excess hipsterism and, frankly, intolerance, which was never my experience while living there. As a girl, I always felt free to be and do whatever, as a biker even more so. Fortunately, there is the Isle of Man and the Sammy Miller museum and a few old geezers still being rebels like they were in the 50s and 60s, role models to follow when the government oppresses its people in a way that is simply shocking. Only a stupid Man doesn't feel fear, but fear is the biggest killer, not speed!!! We never feel more alive than when the possibility of death is imminent, something that bikes are very good at giving us!! Will always be in love with England, Scotland, Wales, Ireland, The Channel Isles, The IoM... all of it, because love never dies, it just changes and now you need love more then ever to come out of the age of successive beligerante governments that cared only about their big fat bank accounts then the People that make Britain. We are here for you as always!

The Moutain!

I apologise profusely...

Peak District is my absolute favorite

@Pedro, Love you!! Thank you for joining!!

Finally @Pedro, I mean, his friend, is going to be educated in the best things in life and see the light!! I have recommended @Pedro, oh bugger, did it again! I mean, his friend, takes waterproofs, boots and all the rest, but there is a slight reluctance to accept the inevitable, it will rain!

One doesnt need a bottle opener when one can have the real thing!

Totally love it! Great choice.

Actually yes!!

This is why its best to not post just in case it quickly becomes a 5 year old storm of fanny, boobs, cocks and the like. I actually find innuendos funny, but the limit is where one needs to go fishing for stuff to generate traffic. I don't appreciate being click bait. But, each to their own and if thats the direction of travel, carry on and have a safe journey.

You are very right! I didnt even say thank you for the votes!! In reality its @Pedro we should thank, he took the picture! Been busy with furry friends, here are some pictures I took!

@pedro cutting something very tasty and a bit expensive...

Its terribly unfair because he took the picture!

You deserve to win!!

Yes, Portugal and England have been allies longer then anyone, since 1386 when in Windsor the treaty was signed. It's been proven again today when a Sikh gentleman came in to the practice to give me a flyer for his Kebab shop!! UK-PT always hand in hand as Atlantic powers and Far East connections!! We can now go to the kebab after a binge, we live the dream!!! PS that EU flag soon to be replaced by a union jack...

Ah, the stone is a menhir, a stone dedicated to fertility and made famous by Obelix

What object?

Oh, ok. One last one, actually in Spain, going back into Portugal