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AIBU to wish I hadn't offered in the first place?(22 Posts)
Offered to help out a fellow mum as a favour (take her DD out for the morning with my DD, and drop her home with her mum so I could go back home and get some work done). Mum knew this - I told her times and everything over the phone yesterday. (I played down how much it would disrupt my schedule (think approx 1hr's drive vs 15mins) because I didn't want her to feel guilty).
Mum sent me a text at almost midnight to say she forgot to tell me she has a hospital appointment tomorrow and that I can leave her DD at home to wait for her until she gets back (no mention of what time the appointment is/finishes).
Her DD is 9yo and I am not comfortable doing this. FWIW, my DD is the same age, and I would never ask a parent to drop her at home to be there by herself, especially with no indication of when I expect to be back.
I'd already taken her DD out yesterday and had offered to take her to morning and evening activities for rest of the week, but do need the time in between to work (my DD has other play dates planned for those gaps precisely for this reason, and I can't very well drop off an unknown child to those other parents).
I have a sneaking suspicion I'm going to have to bring her DD back home with me and have her for the whole day, which makes me concerned about Thur and Fri as well.
Whatever happens, I'll manage, but AIBU to now wish I hadn't offered in the first place?
Text her back now and say that won't work and you're not leaving a child unattended so unfortunately you won't be able to take her in the first place.
People take the piss if you let them but sometimes it just takes one stand to sort them out.
Totally agree with gamer, if she's pushing the boundaries of what you agreed to already it will only get worse if you don't put your foot down.
I agree with saying you are unable now to go through with these arrangements as they are not satisfactory. Sorry.
I agree with the pps - text back and say it doesn't work for you. She hasn't just had the appointment through, so she's trying to play you to get you to offer to have DD till whenever.
YANBU to wish you'd never got involved. Some people seem to think everyone else owes them favours, and the kindest person in the world will feel pissed off if they're taken advantage of.
I'd be tempted to cancel as well but I bet your DD is looking forward to it. Like you I wouldn't feel right leaving her home alone either so if the trip does go ahead you will have to keep her all day I guess
Just never offer again!
What a bitch move. At least now you know who NOT to let into your life.
I had texted back (half an hour after her text) to ask what time her appointment was and say that I wasn't comfortable leaving her DD so would have to bring her back to mine and drop her home when her mum was back. No word/response, so have now sent a text saying I can't have her DD if she won't be home at the required time.
I feel terrible for potentially disappointing her DD, but I don't want to be responsible for her for the whole day.
Maybe she is avoiding your text, try calling her number (but put 141 in front her phone number when your call so your own number doesn't come up on her phone (it will withold your number), and ask her what time her appointment is and how long she expects to be...for what it's worth go appointments, hospital appointments, etc are only about 15 minutes long (speaking from experience) a dentist appointment is about 15 minutes too..
If she tells you it could be hours before she's home then you know she is lying and taking advantage of you by using you for free childcare
Off the point, possibly, but why are you ferrying the child around to activities all week? Why can't her mother do it?
Can you offer to drop her DD off at the hospital or at a convenient meeting place en route?
Interesting because I read your post differently (maybe because I'm tired...). Just amuse me for a moment and play this out.
What if she forgot her appointment and only remembered when she text you. She didn't want to change your plans nor disappoint either dd so said to leave her dd at home to avoid further disruption to you, especially as you had plans later in the day so couldn't take her dd for longer. She can't ask you to mind her dd for longer, not does she want to mess up your plans, perhaps already knowing how much you are doing for her. Her compromise is for you to leave her dd at home.
You offered to take her DD out and it sounds like you are regretting it entirely, not just the hospital aspect. Maybe she really does have a hospital appointment and isn't intentionally meaning to BU.
You then said you'd take her daughter home with you but have changed your mind...
It was very nice of you to offer in the first place but if sounds like you regretted this pre hospital appointment x
Pull out now.
Another CF.
She'll only ride roughshod over you.
Mum sounds like a CF. Who forgets a hospital appointment?
I'm with hashtag I reckon she genuinely forgot not everyone is out to take the piss.i would do it. If it happens again u know she's a c.f.
I'd spoken to her twice on the phone yesterday and also saw her twice (when I picked and dropped off her DD, after having had her for over 3 hours).
She also knows I would never drop her DD off at home alone (the times I've dropped her DD off, I've insisted on seeing her to their front door and not leaving until I know she's gone in with her mum) - or at least, I'd hope she does..!
No mention either of what time or how long her appointment is, which makes me think it's not just a case of 10-15 minutes. I initially offered to bring her DD back to mine, until I suddenly realised what I might be signing myself up for (i.e. a whole day of minding someone's child when I have to work), which I'm not prepared to do. I'll admit that I was already feeling anxious about getting involved, and her text just compounded those feelings.
Clearly, my anxiety is keeping me from getting some much needed sleep ... Let's see what the morning brings.
Not another one of these Cheeky Fucker school Mums SMH
You and the other mum have different ideas about what is safe for her daughter. I don't understand why you and other posters are concluding that she must be manipulating you for free childcare. It's quite possible that she leaves her daughter home alone quite regularly and thinks nothing of it. If so, it's understandable that it would be an afterthought for her to let you know what the plan is, to ensure that you know that she'd like you to drop her dd off to an empty house.
If you feel so strongly about this that you are unwilling to go along with her instructions and will instead insist on keeping the child with you until you can hand her over directly to her mum, that is your right. But acting aggrieved about it is excessive.
Now the two of you know that you aren't on the same page as far as children's safety goes, no doubt you'll both make sure in future that you only take her daughter out when you've verified the handover arrangements and are comfortable with them. But I think this occasion was probably just a misunderstanding.
(As you can probably guess, I've found myself on the other side in such situations.)
"She also knows I would never drop her DD off at home alone (the times I've dropped her DD off, I've insisted on seeing her to their front door and not leaving until I know she's gone in with her mum) - or at least, I'd hope she does..!"
Sorry, cross-posted. That does change things. If she knows you disapprove of her dd being home alone then she shouldn't expect you to drop her off to an empty house.
She's got a Valentine's day date planned for the whole day not a hospital appointment. She is being s very cf.
"not leaving untill you know she has gone in with her mum"!? What on earth do you think her Mum is going to do? Go in the house and leave her outside with you? Surely as soon as you have said hi to her Mum, your responsibility ends there? Seriously though, a lot of parents do allow nine year olds to be in the house on their own, especially after school for a few hours. If the Mum is happy with that, who are you to overrule it? If the Mum wants you to drop her off at home, drop her off at home.
Finally heard from her this morning, and all sorted. Picking up and dropping off at specified times. For various reasons I won't get into on here, I now know that I should probably keep my involvement with her to a minimum, so won't be offering to do this again. Thanks to all for giving me a much-needed backbone.
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"Thank you so much for the help with arranging both food, drinks and hospitality to guests at my Uncle's funeral Wake at The Black Boy last week. Everything was just perfect - The food was excellent and I especially enjoyed the 'slideshow' of our own photos on the screen throughout the time we spent with you.
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"A massive thank you to Peter and the team for a first class service at my mother in law's wake. The buffet was excellent and the venue is really good. We were made to feel very welcome and all our guests were very complimentary about all the facilities and service. Peter provided a tribute on a large screen along with some very appropriate background music. Thank you and I would definitely recommend this venue. Really, really good. Thank you. "
Ken Lawrence, Warwickshire 27 Mar 2018
"A big thank you to Peter initially for a big mug of tea and a warm welcome and then for taking out the stress of arranging my fathers memorial get together with family and friends. The Black Boy was the perfect venue and even regulars seemed to appreciate the event and sat amongst the gathering which made us all feel.more at ease. Peter catered with ease with a nut free menu for my brother and the food was so good not a lot was left at the end although i am aware where the plate of cakes went but im not telling; a musical serenade of my fathers tv themes was organised by Peter as im a technophobe and ample cups of tea albeit mine always went cold lol. But a true gent with a great team to support him. Thank you from all the family. Id like to say we will pop in again but after 4 family 'get togethers' in a very few years we hope not. "
Vivien Shortland, Birmingham 05 Feb 2018
"A massive "Thank you" to Peter and his team for looking after us at my Aunts wake. The food and drinks were excellent. Being able to show pictures of her life on the big screen went down a treat with the friends, neighbours and relatives who attended. Great to have the music of our choice playing in the background. "
Nigel Taylor, Flitwick 02 Feb 2018
"Dear Peter,
Just to say thank you for my cousins wake yesterday Mrs Jean Hubbard was a lovely buffet just right and hit the spot really well I think Jean would have enjoyed a Gin and Tonic in your pub Ron her husband was very pleased with everything, My Husband said great Guinness! when we come to see Ron we will bring him over for lunch. The music was just right could hear it but not too loud.
Kind Regards
Lesley, Essex 30 Jan 2018
"I would just like to say thank you for the wonderful buffet and relaxed atmosphere,that we enjoyed at the Black Boy,after my fathers funeral in December.Peter provided a very warm welcome, that we all really appreciated, nothing was too much trouble and the service provided by pete and his team, made a very sad day,a memorable one.
best wishes
Vicky Sneddon "
Vicky Sneddon, Watford 28 Jan 2018
"A big thank you to all the team at The Black Boy. They made it so easy for us to hold our mother's wake at the venue last Thursday. The food was good and the prices for both food and drink were very good. This is a welcoming and friendly old style pub where hospitality counts. Thank you so much. "
Bob Carvey, Swindon 22 Jan 2018
"I would just like to thank Pete and all his amazing staff for providing an excellent service on Monday for my father's wake. The friendly and welcoming venue was perfect for the whole family to come to reminice and tell stories about my dad. The staff were discreet helpful and catered for all our needs.thank you all once again "
Geoff Fry, Kingston Upon Hull 17 Jan 2018
"Thank you Peter and team for ensuring my mother's wake went smoothly. The food was plentiful and superb as always and the guys worked hard ensuring the drinks flowed!! Ideal location as so close to West Herts Crematorium-thank you once again xx "
Marissa Hardaway, Abbott'S Langley 02 Jan 2018
"So there we were returning to do our second gig at this lovely friendly pub. AS usual the guvnor Peter and his staff were so welcoming. The crowd response was great . It so nice to be in a pub with a nice friendly atmosphere. In the winter its cosy in the summer the back garden is great with great seating and a big stage for live bands. Hats of to landord Peter and his staff Cheers Steve and the Tones. "
Steve, Ruislip 23 Dec 2017
"I would like to thank all at The Black Boy for the kind and respectful gathering they helped us to host following my fathers funeral.
The venue was perfect, the food was delicious and plentiful and all who were working were incredibly attentive. Many thanks. "
E Peacock, Watford 17 Dec 2017
"My brother Colin & I would like to thank Peter & his team for making the Wake for our Mother Pamela Joiner a very quiet and respectful time. The finger Buffet was excellent just right, with a good selection of tasty morsels and the correct amount for our gather for family and friends.. Your friendly and welcoming approach helped in the sad passing of our Mother.
Many Thanks again
Mike Joiner
Mike Joiner, Amersham, Buckinghamshire 08 Dec 2017
"Dear Peter,
I cannot thank you and your team enough for the Funeral Wake today for Maureen Price.
Both family and close friends were so pleased and delighted with the lovely spread you provided. It was lovely to have hot food on what seemed such a chilly day.
In addition to this the atmosphere was absolutely perfect. It was lovely that the family could move around to talk to all those that attended afterwards quite freely.
I would highly recommend this venue to anyone in the future. You and your team do go the "Extra Mile" and it was very much appreciated.
Thank you once again for a lovely afternoon. It made the day some what lighter.
With Many Thanks
Moira "
Moira Tonge, Croxley Green 27 Nov 2017
"Hi Peter
Just to say how much we appreciate your fantastic place.
Dads wake on the 14th November 2017 was well attended at your great place, I'm so pleased we had it at the Black Boy, you and your staff were fantastic on a difficult day for me
Every felt so comfortable there I think the word cozy and homely come to mind !!!!!!
It was nice to return last Thurs eve for a nice social on my own for a hour or so , love the Bud Light !!!!!
I cannot believe I have lived in Garston since 1989 and never ventured to the BB
Will definitely be my " Local " from now
Hope to see you this week
All the best
Tony B "
Tony Bourke, Garston , Kingswood 26 Nov 2017
"Thank you Peter and staff for looking after us so well following my dad's funeral yesterday. The buffet was really good and plentiful and the bar staff were very friendly and efficient. Many thanks. "
Sue, Southampton 03 Nov 2017
"A big Thank You to Peter and all he's staff for looking after us at Mums funeral wake yesterday.
Very grateful for you hosting us on a Friday and at 5pm ( realise this can be a busy time for you normally)
The set up out the back on the decking area was superb, food was plentiful, and everybody that attended said it was a wonderful set up for a gathering like this.
Please pass on my thanks to the ladies behind the bar Peter. There service was polite and professional and always with a smile.😊
Thanks again
Nick Champion. "
Nick Champion, Fleet, Hants 15 Jul 2017
"I hadn't drank in this Pub since i was a teenager and as i was near and fancied a beer i thought why not try an old haunt of mine in the past. I found it to be a pleasant place to have a pint.
The Staff were welcoming and polite and chatty which made the fact that i was on my own easier. There was a good variety of beers to be had and they all tasted good.
Next time i am in the area i will definitely add this to my list "
Ralph Ainsworth, Portsmouth Hants 24 Jun 2017
"My Mum and I would like to say a big thank you to Pete and staff for opening early for our family and friends to gather after Henry Nichols's Funeral on Tuesday 6th June.
The buffet provided was very good, plentiful and reasonably priced and the friendly service was exceptional. The gathering was made even more special with family photos showing on the big screen and music playing which were all my Dad's favourites.
Thank you so much to all at The Black Boy. "
Cathy, Rickmansworth 11 Jun 2017
"We mainly chose The Black Boy as a venue as it was not far from Watford crematorium. With family and friends coming from different parts of the country it made sense to keep the traveling to a minimum.
The Black Boy is an old traditional pub with a county feel, it's spotless and has a warm ambiance. We ordered food for 35 people which was well presented, variable and tasty. The landlord and staff were charming and the service exceptional.
In addition the locals accepted us and were friendly and polite.
I have no hesitation in recommending The Black Boy as a venue or as place to drop in for a pint, and thank the landlord for his hospitality. "
John Fountain, St. Albans 05 Jun 2017
"Thank you to all the staff at The Black Boy for the efficient and friendly service for the wake of Amber Payne on 24th May 2017. There was plenty of buffet style food to cater for our 50 guests and I would recommend The Black Boy to others. "
Wendy Purcell, Luton, Bedfordshire 30 May 2017
"I wish to thank all the staff for the sympathetic and wonderful way in which they organised the wake for Maureen Monahan on the 4th. April. The food was perfect and the atmosphere was just right. Although a sad occasion for all family and friends the staff helped turn the wake into a joyous occasion celebrating Maureen's life.
My thanks again. and I have no hesitation in recommending your venue "
Derrick Monahan, South Oxhey Watford 05 Apr 2017
"Thanks you to everyone at the Black Boy especially Peter for the efficient and friendly service in providing food and drink for my father's wake yesterday. The food was good and as mentioned by others the choice of music when we arrived really settled us in. Thanks again Steve "
Steve, Edlesborough 18 Jan 2017
"Dear Peter
Thank you very much for your help with the wake after Rudy Seeliger's funeral. In the run up to the event you kept in touch with us so we knew you were on the ball, and you dealt very well with our piecemeal arrival at the Black Boy. You were very welcoming and we're all very grateful.
Many thanks
The Seeliger Family "
The Seeliger Family, Wolverhampton 14 Sep 2016
"Many thanks to Peter and his friendly staff for providing a good spread of food and excellent service for my wife's uncle's wake on August 24. It is an excellent venue, very easy to reach from the West Herts Crematorium and nice beer too. The dedicated playlist was a nice touch as well. Many thanks. "
Jim Sweetman, Bury St Edmunds 25 Aug 2016
"Many thanks to Peter and his staff for arranging my husbands wake at The Black Boy on 24th June 2016. the location was recommended to us and is ideal for anyone using the West Herts Crematorium. There was plenty of buffet style food to cater for our 50 guests and we would not hesitate to use the Black Boy again, hopefully for a happier occasion.
Thank you Peter
regards Denise & Karen
Garston "
Denise, Garston 11 Jul 2016
"Dear Peter
Thank you so much for the wake ,you provided for my wifes funeral last tuesday,the buffet was plentiful and everyone loved the surroundings and the ambience of your lovely oldy worldy pub,hopefully i shall visit you again under more happier circumstances.
many thanks
steve "
Steve Eliott, Rickmansworth 11 Jul 2016
"A big thank you to peter and his staff,for the wake they provided for my fathers funeral.
They opened early for us,as our funeral was at 10.30am and laid on a traditional buffet and even had a playlist of our requested music to greet us on our arrival.a very big thank you.
joanne "
Joanne Aliss, Dartmouth 11 Jul 2016
"Our thanks to Peter and his staff at the Black Boy, where we recently held our mothers wake. Peter and his pub were recommended locally. He and his staff were very warm and welcoming, and couldn't do enough for us. The buffet they supplied suited all our tastes , was lovely and well presented. We couldn't have asked for anything more. We would definitely recommend Peter and the Black Boy for any occasion .
Many thanks again. "
Paul Lombard, Kent 14 Jun 2016
"A belated but sincere thank you to Peter and his team for providing a huge buffet and a warm welcome for my mothers wake last December. It was a really lovely environment and we were really happy with everything they did for us. I would recommend them to anyone. "
Jenny Lopez, Harpenden 27 Feb 2016
"Thank you to Peter and all the staff for helping us arrange and hold the wake for my Mums passing. The location is great, the pub is warm and welcoming, the staff friendly and the food superb. The garden outside is well maintained and well equipped for those wishing to smoke or to have 5 minutes private time. Peter couldnt do enough for us and ensured that all was running smoothly. Thanks all for making a hard and difficult day a little better."
Sara Marioni, Buckinghamshire 24 Feb 2016
"Yesterday Peter and his staff opened their doors to us at 11oclock and provided us with hot sandwiches, cakes,coffee and a welcoming smile. These special arrangements were made for my family who were traveling from different parts of the country to meet prior to attending our uncles funeral. I cant thank Peter enough."
Diane, Wakefield West Yorkshire 10 Jun 2015
"Many thanks to Peter and his staff for the excellent way in which they managed my wifes funeral reception on the 21st May. There was over 100 people at the wake with plenty of food on offer which was excellent value for money. I would recommend it to anyone."
Les Moody, Hemel Hempstead 24 May 2015
"Booked a funeral wake here - they were able to accommodate us at short notice, and also for an early arrival at 10am. Buffet food was lovely and well presented. Peter also had the facilities for us to bring an ipod and plug this into the pubs music system so we could listen to my Mums favourite tunes. Would definately recommend this place and thank you for the great service!"
Jasmine Abbey, United Kingdom 21 May 2015
"The Black Boy recently catered for refreshments, at short notice, after a funeral at West Herts Crematorium. Food was very good in quality and quantity. Service and surroundings equally good. Cost was extremely reasonable. Thanks to Peter and his staff. Highly recommended."
Michael Clay, Chorleywood, Herts 25 Jan 2015
"We recently had our friends funeral gathering at The Black Boy after her committal at Garston Crematorium. It was an ideal venue. We were met by Peter and his team who were very friendly and welcoming and we were very well catered for. There was a good selection of snacks and plenty to go round. Part of the bar area was set aside especially for our group which made it quite personal. We would highly recommend the Black Boy."
Joe & Kath Clague, Park Street 15 Jan 2015
"A good location for a gathering after attending West Herts crematorium. We were very well looked after by the team, the food was excellent and the space reserved for our group was just right."
304PW, London 29 Oct 2013
"We had a reception after a funeral ceremony at the BB recently. It was great value, but more that that, Peter and his staff could not have been more helpful. As far as one can, we all enjoyed the time at the BB. Many thanks."
Dr Clive Grace, Abergavenny 15 Sep 2013
"My dad used to own the grocery shop at the Bricket Wood Parade from 1972-1982, and during which time I had very fond memories of growing up in this small town. Since 1982 we have lived in San Francisco and recently I visited The Black Boy with my 9 year old son, and it brought back so many wonderful memories. So many things have changed at the Bricket Wood Parade, but I was please to see the Pub was still there. Thank you for memories....CHEERS!"
Vijay Patel, San Francisco 07 Aug 2013
"Dear Landlord, on 7th July 2013 several of us Leighton Buzzard lads came over for the Sunday afternoon music session with Maxwell,Hammer & Smith.We had a weeks long celebration for my 65th and rounded it up at your wonderful premises. All of us couldnt believe what a lovely pub and gardens you have. The afternoon was amazing. Your staff, the service, the bar-b-q, the beer and the band all truly superb. A credit to you all. Needless to say, WE WILL BE BACK! Regards Nick"
Nick Hartwig, Leighton Buzzard 25 Jul 2013
"Many thanks to Peter and his staff for the excellent way in which they managed my fathers funeral reception on 18th December. There was plenty of food and it was excellent value for money. I would recommend it to anyone."
Dawn Beaumont, email@example.com 28 Dec 2012
"We recently held a wake at the Black Boy. This was a difficult time for us but Peter and his staff were really super. Very helpful, sympathetic and efficient. Excellent buffet and reasonable prices. Well done and Thankyou. We would definately recommend the Black Boy."
Brian Saunders, Garston 10 Nov 2012
"I used the Black Boy for my fathers wake. I would like to thank Peter and all those at the Black Boy for their hospitality and understanding. The relaxed atmosphere, high quality buffet and pleasant surroundings were all very welcome at this sad time. Highly recommended."
James Hudson, South Oxhey 24 Oct 2012
"A mega thank you to Peter and everyone at the Black Boy who arranged the wake for my neighbour Sybil yesterday. Its not often that absolutely everyone who attends the wake comes and tells you how nice it was and what a wonderful spread it was too, but they did this time, every single person. So many thanks Peter for the great job you did and for the usual smiles and helpfulness from all your people :-)"
Beverley, Bricket Wood 20 Oct 2012
"On behalf of everyone who attended my fathers funeral last Thursday I would like to thank Peter and staff for arranging an excellent buffet and for being so very helpful and welcoming.I would certainly recommend The Black Boy."
Louise Cook, Hertfordshire 10 Sep 2012
"Thank you for your lovley hospitality after my fathers funeral on the 16th May. The food and drink was fantastic. Well done to the excellent staff (Peter and Julie). Well recommended. Thank you again David Dunn "
David Dunn, Watford 22 May 2012
"Thanks to all at the Black Boy for calm and reassuring hospitality following my brothers funeral at nearby West Herts crematorium. Very efficient, good spread especially tea and coffee given the weather conditions, and pub setting just right for occasion. Nice people and excellent value. If the Black Boy was my local, I would be a very happy man."
John Francis, Hemel Hempstead/St Albans 10 Feb 2012
"Greetings from good reminder to the owners and guests of the Black Boy. I was with my friend Kevin liked there to have a beer. If I am once again in Watford, Im certainly over - hopefully. All the best Hans-Peter Bludau from Lünen near Dortmund / Germany"
Hans-Peter Bludau 10 Jan 2012
"Thanks very much for helping us out at such short notice for my Dads funeral last Tuesday 29th November ! Im so happy you accepted me making the sandwiches and bringing them in, and for clearing up after us ! That was brilliant. I look forward to coming to have a drink at the Black Boy during the summer, Ill bring my mum with me, well drink to my Dads health again when we go to visit the grounds across the road. Cheers"
Marion Tomsett, Watford 02 Dec 2011
"Always a pleasure to try out your real ales as I am a CAMRA member. The Black Boy has a great happy atmosphere, and the staff are friendly and helpful."
Sally Sutton, watford 21 Oct 2011
"after returning to Bricket Wood, since when I attended Mt Pleasant Lane School, 1946-49, when we lived at 39 Bucknalls Drive ( Hamilton fam. ), I would like to take this opportunity of thanking the landlord / lady at the Black Boy, who made my nostalgic journey so pleasant, with good ale and food, although the TV sets were not in situ when I ast used the pub in 1959 just before I completed my indentured appren. with odhams Press, Lon. offices.The lane seemed to be much as it was then when as a schoolboy aged 6 - 9, I used to walk along it to nearby woods and footpaths. Long may it remain as also the Old Bricket. Well done with the war signage which I still await details of. Yours respectfully, Geoffrey Hamilton ( all the then generation of Hamiltons are now sadly deceased. I am 72, but not fading, just yet ) Good Luck !! "
GEOFFREY EDWARD DIXON-HAMILTON, northampton, england 17 Jul 2011
"thank you peter and his staff for the wonderful,reception we recieved at the black boy after the funeral of my brother on the 26th october, it really did impress myself and the members of my family.what a wonderful place to celebrate brians life,"THANK YOU VERY MUCH" Jackie Bartlett "
Jackie Martlett, Wembley 01 Dec 2010
"Tuesday 17 August 2010 Thanks very much to Peter and his staff for treating us so well after my brothers funerial. The food, service and location where perfect for this sad occasion. Many thanks again June & Roger Norman"
June Norman, Abbots Langley 24 Aug 2010
"thank you so much to pete & his staff for the way you treated us following my fathers funeral on 8th June. the food was perfect and the hospitality was second to none - you made a difficult day easier to deal with, hopefully well see you again under better circumstances, thanks once again, sharon & paul seamons "
Sharon & Paul Seamons, Hemel Hempstead 18 Jul 2010
"peter and his staff Thank you so much for the way you treated us all after the funeral of my father,the food laid on was superb and the service you provided was second to none,it made our lives a lot easier during what was a very sad time for us,i do hope we can visit you again but under much happier circumstances,once again thank you for your kindness and hospitality. joan and derek blackley "
Joan Blackley, London 16 May 2010
"On the 13th May we brought family and friends to the Blackboy after a funeral at the West Herts Crematorium. There were about 30 of us altogether and we were overwhelmed at the location itself. but especially the welcome we received from Peter and his staff. Some of us were locals, but many were over from Ireland so it was especially nice to be able to show just how good our local hospitality is! The food was excellent and plentiful and the service second to none.We wouldnt hesitate to recommend the Blackboy. Thankyou Peter "
Pat Medlin and Greg Marsh, Ireland 14 May 2010
"Following the recent funeral service of our daughter at the nearby crematorium we held a buffet lunch at The Black Boy in Brickett Wood. We cannot praise highly enough the kindness and empathy shown by the landlord Pete. All of our guests commented on the charm of this old inn and in particular the excellent buffet lunch provided for us. Once again Pete many thanks for your kindness and warm hospitality Best Wishes David & Jean Faulkner"
David Faulkner, Bedford 05 May 2010
"Great pub, Great Staff,without doubt the best sports bar in the area,always a great atmosphere and reasonably priced,WELL DONE AND THANK YOU "
Danny, Bucks 07 Aug 2009
"Good to watch the Lions Tour at The Boy while I was at home with My Dad, best pub in the area! "
David Long, Dubai 19 Jul 2009
"Congratulation for this nice homepage of the Black Boy Pub. Best greetings on this way to Peter dillingham and Gavin Saunders. I missed in the O.P. Football Club-team Garston the famous right winger Kevin Straford, in 1963/1964 the goalgetter from North Watford Youth Football Club!!. Best greetings from L�nen/Germany sends Hans-Peter Bludau "
Hans-Peter Bludau, Germany 07 Jun 2007
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Just finished the final proto type for the Metallica speaker panel. I will have them for sale at the Chicago Expo in a few weeks and they will be on my website shortly after as well. Right now it looks like I will have 3 different color skulls to offer. Red, Green and Bone will be the current options. This speaker panel will be for the pro model and the Dirty Donny edition. I will make another panel for the gig box and the master of Puppets version. Also you will have the option of how you want the skull mounted to the panel. We suggest the you have it screwed in from the back, but if you ever have to close the back box to move it you will have to remove the panel or unscrew the skulls. With that in mind we will offer a choice of industrial locking Velcro or screw mounted. More info to follow on all of this soon. Thanks for checking it out.
Monday, September 23, 2013
Wednesday, September 18, 2013
JJP Trophys and FSPA Trophys
Just shipped out the JJP sponsored trophy's for the Battle at Stonehedge. This is the first design trophy that I had made originally for FSPA. However I did a candy green with an emerald sparkle to the outside. Also finished the 6 winners trophy's for the FSPA match.
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Friday, September 13, 2013
Sneak Peek Metallica Speaker Panel!!!!
Here is a sneak peek at the Metallica speaker panels that I will have for sale this year at expo. They will have 2 skulls on them with hot rod style flames (yellow) with a purple to blue faded background. Skulls will be in a green neon paint. I will have several new speaker panels to debut at expo this year including AC/DC. More to come soon
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❧ Today is the Ship For Shin ♡
I have A #1
❧ I'll eventually get caught up. <Oopsies>
❦ ShinTaku ❦
This ship, runs neck to neck with
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When you are so happy you can't help, but dance down the aisle!
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When Clara & Michael first came to the studio, I knew right away their wedding was going to be something special. Michael immediately started talking to me about how he loved how our images had a classic film look. He talked about visual space and composition. It turns out Michael is an avid photographer and it wasn't long before we were trading photography tips. With their keen eye for visual space, the two did everything to make our job easy and since Michael takes photographs so frequently, the whole wedding party was used to hamming it up for the camera! Their locations were all visually striking, especially the McMichael Gallery where they had their wedding party and couple's portraits. What a gorgeous location! There's so much variety!
We are so excited to share the photographs from Clara & Micheal's day! As you can see, everyone had a lot of fun!
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Monday, April 7, 2014
It ends with a bit of a cliff hanger. We are now sure what happened to Lafcadio. Today they are creating a skit, poem, song, story or letter, to explain where Lafcadio is now and what he is doing. Lots of creative and collaborative work going on! I love when they are working and I hear things like, "Hey you want to keep working on this at recess?" The excitement is inspiring!
Upcoming Events!
April 10 Symphony Trip: Bring a packed lunch. Wear some spiffy clothes!
May 8 Butler & Planetarium Trip
May 22 Class Picnic
May 28 YMCA Field Trip
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Get involved with your local Open House 2017
Architects volunteering their personal time to provide tours and/or visit buildings during Brisbane Open House (and other cities' Open House weekends) can claim informal CPD (1 per hour, up to 2 informal points per activity) for their time.
Contact Brisbane Open House to see how you can get involved here.
Tropical Architecture Design Talk: Antoine Perrau
DOWNLOAD Antoine Perrau's Presentation (10MB PDF)
(Note: Please provide full attribution if reusing pictures in this presentation for your practice's purposes)
(For those architects who could not attend the recent Qld Design Tour events, you can review the above presentation for 0.5 Informal CPD points)
The Queensland and WA Chapters of the Australian Institute of Architects have arranged a series of lectures, in association with the Architecture Foundation Australia, to be given by architect Antoine Perrau.
Queensland Tour Dates included Brisbane, Cairns and Townsville.
Antoine Perrau is a French architect now living and working in tropical French Réunion Island, in the Indian Ocean, off the east coast of Africa. In twenty-five years of practice in Réunion, he and his partners have undertaken an impressive body of work which includes housing developments, apartment buildings, mixed use developments, large secondary schools, visitor centres, rehabilitation projects and large fresh-air sports halls. He has specialised in climatic responsive design in the tropical conditions, and has particularly championed non air-conditioned buildings and strategies to create accelerated natural air movement. He uses specialist French environmental consultant Jacques Gandemer, who consulted with Renzo Piano on the acclaimed Tjibaou Centre in Noumea. Antoine is also a lecturer and design tutor in L'École National Supérieure d'Architecture Montpellier La Réunion.
Antoine Perrau was a speaker at the 2016 Architecture Foundation Australia, Deerubbin Conference on the Hawkesbury River.
Reviewing the above linked tropical design talk presentation is worth 0.5 Informal CPD points.
AACA competency standard: Design
This event was part of the Asia Pacific Architecture Forum, an initiative of Architecture Media and State Library of Queensland.
2015 Gold Medalist Peter Stutchbury – video on demand
Duration: 1 hour 40 min
CPD: Two informal points
The Australian Institute of Architects' Gold Medal is the highest accolade that can be given to an architect. In this video, the 2015 Gold Medal recipient, Peter Stutchbury, talks about his career and approach to architecture.
AACA competency standard: Design
Bond University – Architecture Lecture Series Videos
2015 Architecture Lecture Series
Lecture videos are available for viewing HERE.
The 2015 Architecture Lecture Series actively examines architecture on its own terms as a creative activity with specific disciplinary tendencies, preoccupations, and transformational modes of operation.
This lecture series exemplifies the strategy of The Abedian School, which seeks to develop a body of creative work and rigorous study around focused questions of formal, technical, and cultural concern.
All lectures are posted to iTunes U and Vimeo.
Note: Informal CPD and Formal CPD points are available to architects in attendance at Bond Lectures. Architects can consult with the Bond Uni program organisers for Formal CPD activity for individual lectures. Architects who view the lecture videos can claim up to 2 Informal points for their time.
2015 UQ Architecture Lecture Series
Are you interested in architecture and design thinking?
View videos for the series here.
The UQ Architecture series brought together forward-thinking architects and provocateurs who are each engaged in the generation of new knowledge, ideas and strategies within the field of architecture.
Featuring internationally renowned speakers, the weekly lecture series provided an opportunity to widen knowledge bases, inspiration and gain valuable insight into the design processes and solutions of the contemporary architect.
Architectural professionals who attend the series will be eligible for 2 Formal continuing professional development points (CPD) following completion of a written Design Online assignment.
2015 Speakers included:
Andrew Burges, ABA Architects
Francesca Hughes, Hughes Meyer Studio
Penny Fuller, Silvester Fuller
Mel Bright, MAKE Architecture
Callum Fraser, Elenberg Fraser
Michael Rayner, Cox Rayner
Paul Jones, OMA (HK)
Eunice Seng – SKEW Collaborative (China)
These lectures were worth 2 Formal CPD points following completion of a Design Online written CPD assignment, in which you respond to the architecture lecture and submit your written response post-event. AACA competency standards: Design
Timber & Tin: Considering the Queenslander
Timber & Tin video link:
A recent CPD presentation by Don Watson LFRAIA at the Queensland Chapter included a screening of Timber & Tin, a 25-min. documentary about elements of the traditional Queensland house, written and directed by Max Bannah and Kent Chadwick for the National Trust of Queensland, c1976.
Timber & Tin is the story of Queensland architecture, mainly in domestic buildings, from the days of the earliest settlers and of the materials from which they were built with emphasis on the use of timber and corrugated iron.
Architects can watch the Timber & Tin video for 0.5 Informal CPD points.
Don Watson – Architect and historian (2012 John Oxley Library Fellow), Don's work continues to chronicle the lives and work of Queensland architects, recording pioneering Queensland life and how architects have adapted their skills to design buildings appropriate to the climate, new technologies, and changing economic circumstance. Don works with the State Library of Queensland and most recently presented to the Institute on the legacy of the late Robin Gibson.
Don Watson LFRAIA & Judith McKay received the President's Prize at the recent President's Dinner held at Customs House.
President's Prize Recipient's Speech by Don Watson and Judith McKay, remembering Queensland architects who died in World War 1
Brisbane Art Deco: Stories of our Built Heritage
A recently-launched publication entitled 'Brisbane Art Deco: Stories of our Built Heritage' documents and celebrates a selection of residential and commercial Art Deco examples with written contributions from a range of authors. Stories are illustrated by a combination of modern photography and historic archive imagery, which takes readers on a journey through this fascinating era.Brisbane Art Deco project leader Kim Wilson, along with a selection of the book's contributors (including Don Watson, Alice Hampson, Paul Martyn, and Fiona Gardiner) recently delivered presentations at the Chapter Auditorium to discuss Brisbane Art Deco, providing a colourful insight into Brisbane's built heritage and the life and times of our city.
You can download a PDF of the presentations here (Note: 21MB file download)
You can join the Brisbane Art Deco conversation here.
Architects who attended the event and submit the CPD written assignment distributed on the night may claim 2 Formal CPD points. Attending architects who choose not to submit a report may claim 2 Informal CPD points for attending.
Note: Architects who did not attend the event, but review the above linked-PDF and related websites may claim 0.5 Informal CPD points.
Clarity and Confidence: The Art of the Pitch – four architects compete to design NYC towers
An article was posted in The Guardian newspaper's online edition and contained four short videos featuring Richard Rogers, Zaha Hadid, Rem Koolhaas and Norman Foster, each presenting their pitch to secure a high-profile Park Avenue tower development in New York. Architects can read the short article and watch the videos for 1 Informal CPD point.
Read the Article and watch the Videos here
Continuum CPD – Video on Demand
The Institute's Continuum range of online video courses allows you to build your skills and complete CPD without leaving your desk. You can access the full library of available CPD courses here.
Continuum CPD courses cover a wide range of topics relating to the Architects Accreditation Council of Australia (AACA) competencies: Design, Documentation, Project Management and Practice Management.
CPD courses are recognised by the Australian Institute of Architects for Formal CPD points and meet the CPD requirements of the Board of Architects of Queensland.
The American Institute of Architects – Practicing Architecture Podcasts
The Architecture Knowledge Review is an American Institute of Architects podcast series for design professionals, featuring interviews, discussions, and best practices by architects and other design professionals who are at the forefront of the profession.
Listen to the talks in this series and earn informal CPD points per lecture.
Note: Informal CPD accrual equals one point per hour of learning activity.
There is a maximum of two informal points allowed per learning activity, regardless of duration.
ABC Radio National – By Design podcasts
By Design looks at the places and things we imagine, build, use and occupy, explaining how creative ideas take tangible form through the design process.
Many By Design podcasts feature internationally renowned architects, designers and design topics, including:
- Architects Troppo on Australian look (2014 Australian Institute of Architects Gold Medalists)
- An extended conversation with Glenn Murcutt
- Conversation with Sir Peter Cook
At the 2013 Queensland Chapter's President's Dinner a President's Prize was awarded ABC Radio National By Design's producer Janne Ryan for her contribution to the public discourse on architecture and design.
Celebrating Ryan's extensive career working in the media as an ideas curator, writer and producer of programs on ABC Radio National, Queensland chapter president Shane Thompson said that her work across radio, television and print, as well as with the TEDx program in Sydney, is unrivalled in this country.
'She seeks out great work and great architects and brings them to the attention of a public audience who mightn't otherwise have the opportunity to hear about such contributions,' said Thompson.
'Janne does this in a manner which is never patronising or condescending: giving architects a voice, illuminating the work and its importance in an accessible and relevant way.'
Note: Informal CPD accrual equals one point per hour of learning activity.
There is a maximum of two informal points allowed per learning activity, regardless of duration.
Gold Medalist Peter Wilson – video on demand
CPD: Two informal pointsPeter Wilson was awarded the 2013 Gold Medal, the Australian Institute of Architect's highest individual honour. If you could not attend Peter's October talk recently held in the Queensland Chapter, his AS Hook Address delivered to a sold-out crowd at Melbourne University is now available to view online.


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It was bound to be more than just a news conference; this is the theater, after all. And so it came to pass that Marcie Dodd, the current Elphaba in the Broadway production of "Wicked," in full costume and green makeup, introduced Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg to a crowd at the Eugene O'Neill Theater on Tuesday. The occasion was the official commencement of Broadway Goes Green, a partnership between the city and Broadway that is meant to shrink the Shrek-size carbon footprint of the Great White Way.
"By this time next year the lights on Broadway will burn just a little bit brighter, but our energy bills will be a little bit lower, and our carbon footprint will be as well," Mr. Bloomberg said.
Theater aficionados need not panic: the bright lights, flying scenery and lavish costumes are not going away, but washing those costumes with eco-friendly detergent and illuminating those lights with low-watt compact-fluorescent bulbs and light-emitting diodes are on the list of conservation measures the industry is already carrying out.
"The idea is not to turn off the lights and sit in the dark," said Rohit T. Aggarwala, director of the mayor's Office of Long-Term Planning and Sustainability, in a telephone interview. A main theme, he said, is to attack waste first and not chip away at valuable aesthetic and commercial elements.
The mayor's office approached the Broadway League in March about working with theater owners to study the efficiency of their buildings and to find ways to decrease the load on the overburdened electrical grid of Midtown. "They were very surprised to learn that all of our theater owners were already in the middle of doing things on their own," Charlotte St. Martin, executive director of the Broadway League, said of the city representatives.Continue reading the main story
David Stone, a producer behind "Wicked," has been making eco-friendly changes at the various theaters where the show is running. Cast and staff members of "Wicked" productions use e-mail messages instead of paper whenever possible, and even use bags of frozen peas instead of chemical ice packs for body aches. But, Mr. Stone acknowledged, "The theater community has always been at the forefront of social change, and we have been left behind on this one a little bit."
In June Mr. Stone organized a town-hall-style meeting at the Gershwin Theater, home to "Wicked," when he, Ms. St. Martin and more than 150 Broadway workers and employers gathered to join forces. Mr. Stone introduced Allen Hershkowitz, a senior scientist with the Natural Resources Defense Council, or NRDC, who is providing guidance to the industry.
"It's not like we're running out of time," Mr. Hershkowitz told people at the meeting. "We have run out of time."
The league set up a committee to oversee environmental efforts, and three subcommittees were formed, devoted to preproduction, production and buildings.
"There are over 600 light bulbs here," said Jennifer Hershey, director of operations for Jujamcyn Theaters, standing outside the St. James Theater on a recent afternoon, pointing to the marquee, where all the bulbs have been switched to compact fluorescents or LEDs. "These normally were 25 watts apiece when they were incandescent and currently are five watts apiece."
Ms. Hershey, who leads the building subcommittee, said thousands of bulbs had been changed in Jujamcyn theaters, and within a year the three major owners — Jujamcyn, the Shubert Organization and the Nederlander Organization — will have changed all their outdoor lights.
Indoors, lights in hallways, closets and backstage areas are being changed, but not those surrounding the audience and onstage. "The chandeliers and sconces have hundreds of bulbs and the technology hasn't caught up yet," Ms. Hershey said.
Among the other challenges is reducing paper usage. "The paper industry is the third-largest industrial generator of global-warming pollution," Mr. Hershkowitz said. Think about that before flinging a copy of Playbill into the trash right after a show.
Philip S. Birsh, president and publisher of Playbill, said his company was working toward more environmentally friendly programs by using water-soluble ink and chemicals and by limiting the copies printed.
Also on the list of challenges is trucking. When a Broadway show hits the road, or a touring company moves from one location to the next, a big, fuel-guzzling 18-wheeler is usually called for. Charlie Deull, an executive vice president of Clark Transfer, which does much of the hauling, is a co-chairman of the league's committee (with Susan Sampliner, the company manager of "Wicked").
Clark has been instituting environmental improvements for over a year, Mr. Deull said, by reducing idling time, maintaining optimum tire pressure and staying abreast of new technology.
"There are things we can do and are doing to reduce the impact," Mr. Deull said. "But, fundamentally, when you have trucks driving millions of miles a year, you are going to have an impact." For this reason Clark created a program called Touring Green, which allows productions moved in Clark trucks to offset their environmental impact by purchasing carbon-offset credits. Money used to buy the credits is invested in wind power and similar projects.
Offsets cost money, though, and so do many of the other environmental steps taken by theater owners and producers. For owners the costs of better bulbs and more efficient air-conditioning systems are expected to be returned in lower electric bills, but for the individual producer trying to keep costs down, motivation may be harder to find.
"The success of this initiative is going to be based on how the producers buy into the importance of it," said Robert Usdin, president of Showman Fabricators, a company that builds sets for theater and television. "If they make it a priority for their productions, it will make it easier for the staff and vendors to respond with creative solutions."
Still, the "let's get together and put on a show" ethos of Broadway will surely help in the long term. "On the enthusiasm scale I would rank them 10 out of 10," Mr. Hershkowitz said of the people he has been advising.
Big changes will take time, but small ones are also vital. In nearly a dozen interviews with people directly involved in Broadway Goes Green, one theme kept resurfacing. "One of the NRDC's main points, and one of the things I deeply believe, is that climate change will be done through the cumulative effect of a lot of small actions," Mr. Deull said. "This is about working for continuous improvement rather than thinking we've ever reached the green destination."Continue reading the main story


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Doctoral Committee
The doctoral committee should be established by the end of the second semester of active coursework on campus. The chairperson of a student's dissertation committee must be a member of the special education faculty with graduate faculty status to chair doctoral committees. Students should work with their chairperson to select the remaining committee members.