Just got back from taking Owen for his walk. It is a beautiful, crisp frosty morning with a bleak sun shining. Lovely
Yesterday I signed up for some new software to help with my business. I was a bit annoyed initially as after I purchased it I then had to buy an add on. After that there was another bit I had to buy and so on. After the 3rd add on I decided I'd had enough!!
Why do people do that. It may get them more money in the short term but long term this lack of integrity will back fire on them.
Anyrate enough of my gripe let's get positive as life is too short to moan.
Thought for today. Are you compromising your integrity for short term gain?
Joke for today:- Does the name Pavlov ring any bells?
On this day:-26th November
In 1832 New York got it's first streetcars. Horse drawn
In 1922 Charles Schultz was born
In 1939 Tina Turner was born
John Beaumont
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Showing posts with label John Beaumont. Show all posts
Friday, 26 November 2010
Wednesday, 24 November 2010
How embarrasing!
I sent a broadcast to my list about an offer from Damian who is one of my mentors.
It's quite a good offer actually (I wouldn't have sent it otherwise!) However my internet protection system is advising me not to open the link because of potential problems. Oops.
This won't do my image any good.
Still hope it will be sorted shortly.
Apart from that a good day actually.
Thought for today:- If nothing sticks to Teflon how does it stay on the pan?
Joke for today:- I used some stripy toothpaste, Now i have stripy teeth.
On this day 24th November
In 1991 Freddie Mercury died
In 1963 Lee Harvey Oswald was shot
In 1859 Charles Darwin publishes the Origin of the Species
John Beaumont
It's quite a good offer actually (I wouldn't have sent it otherwise!) However my internet protection system is advising me not to open the link because of potential problems. Oops.
This won't do my image any good.
Still hope it will be sorted shortly.
Apart from that a good day actually.
Thought for today:- If nothing sticks to Teflon how does it stay on the pan?
Joke for today:- I used some stripy toothpaste, Now i have stripy teeth.
On this day 24th November
In 1991 Freddie Mercury died
In 1963 Lee Harvey Oswald was shot
In 1859 Charles Darwin publishes the Origin of the Species
John Beaumont
Monday, 22 November 2010
They are back!
Who?
My fair or rather foul weather friends---the birds!! No pun intended!!
After several weeks of hardly seeing any they are back with a vengeance. All sorts although strangely the blackbirds have not appeared yet.
Yesterday a whole "flock" (I don't think that is the correct term) of starlings between 20 to 30 strong descended on my bird feeder. It looked like a rugby scrum!! Just wish I had my camera handy.
Costing me a fortune in bird food! Still well worthwhile seeing tem.
Thought for today: Are you enjoying nature?
Joke for today:- What would Geronimo shout if he jumped out of a plane?
On this day: 22nd November
In 1963 President Kennedy was assassinated.
In 1718 the notorious pirate Blackbeard was killed
In 1943 Billie Jean King was born and in 1967 Boris Becker enterred the world.
John Beaumont
My fair or rather foul weather friends---the birds!! No pun intended!!
After several weeks of hardly seeing any they are back with a vengeance. All sorts although strangely the blackbirds have not appeared yet.
Yesterday a whole "flock" (I don't think that is the correct term) of starlings between 20 to 30 strong descended on my bird feeder. It looked like a rugby scrum!! Just wish I had my camera handy.
Costing me a fortune in bird food! Still well worthwhile seeing tem.
Thought for today: Are you enjoying nature?
Joke for today:- What would Geronimo shout if he jumped out of a plane?
On this day: 22nd November
In 1963 President Kennedy was assassinated.
In 1718 the notorious pirate Blackbeard was killed
In 1943 Billie Jean King was born and in 1967 Boris Becker enterred the world.
John Beaumont
Friday, 19 November 2010
Why do people quit too easily?
Hi there,
Whilst swimming yesterday I was musing about some of the other people who go swimming on a regular basis.
I have been going regularly twice a week for over three years to my local swimming pool but cannot recall anyone else who has also been going there so long.
There are a few people that have been going for some time but most seem to come along and swim seriously for 2 or 3 weeks then completely disappear never to be seen again.
Obviously some of these people may have moved, gone elsewhere etc but most just quit.
The same thing seems to happen with starting most projects. There is a lot of initial enthusiasm which after a while wanes. I suppose it is because we all expect instant gratification these days.
Thought for today: Do you have the stamina to keep going especially if things get tough?
Joke for today:- What's the use of happiness. It can't buy you money.
On this day:- 19th November
In 1620 the Pilgrim Fathers landed at Cape Cod.
In 1828 Franz Schubert died.
John Beaumont
Whilst swimming yesterday I was musing about some of the other people who go swimming on a regular basis.
I have been going regularly twice a week for over three years to my local swimming pool but cannot recall anyone else who has also been going there so long.
There are a few people that have been going for some time but most seem to come along and swim seriously for 2 or 3 weeks then completely disappear never to be seen again.
Obviously some of these people may have moved, gone elsewhere etc but most just quit.
The same thing seems to happen with starting most projects. There is a lot of initial enthusiasm which after a while wanes. I suppose it is because we all expect instant gratification these days.
Thought for today: Do you have the stamina to keep going especially if things get tough?
Joke for today:- What's the use of happiness. It can't buy you money.
On this day:- 19th November
In 1620 the Pilgrim Fathers landed at Cape Cod.
In 1828 Franz Schubert died.
John Beaumont
Wednesday, 17 November 2010
Ouch! Having to pay out again
Hi there,
I've just had to pay out £1200 to have the damp sorted out at my property in Sunderland. It's
cost me a fortune this year. A pity really since we had to decorate earlier but hopefully the damp
proofing will not mean too much redecorating. Still you can't expect tenants to live with damp
walls.
I hope the 30 year guarantee won't be needed!
Yesterday I watched an interesting new video from John Assaraf about changing your life. Very good.
Thought for today:- Are you enjoying life? If not why not?
Joke for today: A man walks into the doctors. I haven't seen you for ages says the doctor. I know replies the man I've been ill.
On this day:- 17th November
In 1796 Catherine the Great died
In 1558 Queen Mary Tudor died
In 1869 The Suez Canal opened.
John Beaumont
I've just had to pay out £1200 to have the damp sorted out at my property in Sunderland. It's
cost me a fortune this year. A pity really since we had to decorate earlier but hopefully the damp
proofing will not mean too much redecorating. Still you can't expect tenants to live with damp
walls.
I hope the 30 year guarantee won't be needed!
Yesterday I watched an interesting new video from John Assaraf about changing your life. Very good.
Thought for today:- Are you enjoying life? If not why not?
Joke for today: A man walks into the doctors. I haven't seen you for ages says the doctor. I know replies the man I've been ill.
On this day:- 17th November
In 1796 Catherine the Great died
In 1558 Queen Mary Tudor died
In 1869 The Suez Canal opened.
John Beaumont
Friday, 12 November 2010
The Loughborough Fair
Yep it's that time again.
Every year around armistace day we have the annual fair come to Loughborough. Doh! If it's annual it will come every year!!
Yesterday when I went swimming I watched the staff putting up the rides. It was very windy and I was very impressed how they went about it.
The whole of the centre of Loughborough is cordoned off and some very big rides are set up.
It's amazing how technology has brought about even bigger and more complicated rides each year. The cost of some of them must be in the millions bracket.
Still at least we still have the coconut shies etc for the oldies like me!!
Hey what am I talking about I'm not old just a mature youngster.
There have been some very interesting developments in mynetbiz with some exciting new products about to be launched.
Watch this space!!
Thought for today; I hope you are keeping up with all the new technologies coming forth. Great isn't it? I hope you think so.
Joke for today: Did you hear about the new "divorced" Barbie doll? It comes with all Ken's stuff.
On this day:- 12th November
In 1847 the first public demonstration of a new anaesthetic was given in by Sir James Simpson, Professor of Midwifery at the University of Edinburgh. It's common name? chloroform.
In 1660 John Bunyan was jailed for preaching without a licence.
In 1929 Grace Kelly was born
In 1944 the German battleship Tirpitz was sunk by the RAF
Cheers
John Beaumont
Every year around armistace day we have the annual fair come to Loughborough. Doh! If it's annual it will come every year!!
Yesterday when I went swimming I watched the staff putting up the rides. It was very windy and I was very impressed how they went about it.
The whole of the centre of Loughborough is cordoned off and some very big rides are set up.
It's amazing how technology has brought about even bigger and more complicated rides each year. The cost of some of them must be in the millions bracket.
Still at least we still have the coconut shies etc for the oldies like me!!
Hey what am I talking about I'm not old just a mature youngster.
There have been some very interesting developments in mynetbiz with some exciting new products about to be launched.
Watch this space!!
Thought for today; I hope you are keeping up with all the new technologies coming forth. Great isn't it? I hope you think so.
Joke for today: Did you hear about the new "divorced" Barbie doll? It comes with all Ken's stuff.
On this day:- 12th November
In 1847 the first public demonstration of a new anaesthetic was given in by Sir James Simpson, Professor of Midwifery at the University of Edinburgh. It's common name? chloroform.
In 1660 John Bunyan was jailed for preaching without a licence.
In 1929 Grace Kelly was born
In 1944 the German battleship Tirpitz was sunk by the RAF
Cheers
John Beaumont
Thursday, 28 October 2010
Whats in a name?
Hi there
Got thinking about names again today.
When I was at school (back in the dark ages!) we always had nicknames for the teachers and most of our fellow prisoners oops sorry pupils.
In fact I was always called Percy or Perce. I don't know why but even today if I ran into anyone I knew from school they would call me Perce as I don't think they ever knew me as John. Strange isn't it?
Actually if you had a certain surname then you would be likely to be called by the first name associated with that name. For example all Wilsons were called Tug, Clarks were always Nobby, Frosts were Dusty etc.
You don't find that now do you. I wonder why not? Answers on a postcard please!!
Listened to a great Webinar this evening from the six figure mentors group of which I am a member. Very interesting. Will help me with my internet business no end.
Thought for today: What have you learned new today?
Joke for today:- Here's to alcohol-the cause of and the sokution to all of life's problems. Homer Simpson
John Beaumont
Got thinking about names again today.
When I was at school (back in the dark ages!) we always had nicknames for the teachers and most of our fellow prisoners oops sorry pupils.
In fact I was always called Percy or Perce. I don't know why but even today if I ran into anyone I knew from school they would call me Perce as I don't think they ever knew me as John. Strange isn't it?
Actually if you had a certain surname then you would be likely to be called by the first name associated with that name. For example all Wilsons were called Tug, Clarks were always Nobby, Frosts were Dusty etc.
You don't find that now do you. I wonder why not? Answers on a postcard please!!
Listened to a great Webinar this evening from the six figure mentors group of which I am a member. Very interesting. Will help me with my internet business no end.
Thought for today: What have you learned new today?
Joke for today:- Here's to alcohol-the cause of and the sokution to all of life's problems. Homer Simpson
John Beaumont
Monday, 18 October 2010
Being a true Brit
When it was Chris's birthday I bought him a card about being a true Brit.
We both thought it was very funny. Hope you do too.
Only in Britain can a pizza get to your house faster than an ambulance.
Only in Britain do supermarkets make sick people walk to the back of the shop to get their prescriptions while healthy people can buy cigarettes at the front.
Only in Britain do people order double cheeseburgers, large fries and a DIET coke.
Only in Britain are there disabled parking places in front of an ice skating rink.
and finally:-
Being British is about driving in a German car to an Irish Pub for a Belgian beer then on the way home grabbing an Indian curry or a Chinese takeaway, then sitting on your Swedish furniture watching American t.v show on a Japanese television.
What is so funny about it is that it is sooo true!
I think that this is a hang over from the Empire days when we got used to everything foreign.
Still at least we can laugh at ourselves!
Thought for today. Can you laugh at yourself?
Joke for today: Why was the Egyptian girl worried? Because her daddy was a mummy!
On this day 18th October
In 1989 San Francisco suffered an earthquake.
In 1922 The BBC was formed.
In 1931 Thomas Edison died
Best wishes
John Beaumont
We both thought it was very funny. Hope you do too.
Only in Britain can a pizza get to your house faster than an ambulance.
Only in Britain do supermarkets make sick people walk to the back of the shop to get their prescriptions while healthy people can buy cigarettes at the front.
Only in Britain do people order double cheeseburgers, large fries and a DIET coke.
Only in Britain are there disabled parking places in front of an ice skating rink.
and finally:-
Being British is about driving in a German car to an Irish Pub for a Belgian beer then on the way home grabbing an Indian curry or a Chinese takeaway, then sitting on your Swedish furniture watching American t.v show on a Japanese television.
What is so funny about it is that it is sooo true!
I think that this is a hang over from the Empire days when we got used to everything foreign.
Still at least we can laugh at ourselves!
Thought for today. Can you laugh at yourself?
Joke for today: Why was the Egyptian girl worried? Because her daddy was a mummy!
On this day 18th October
In 1989 San Francisco suffered an earthquake.
In 1922 The BBC was formed.
In 1931 Thomas Edison died
Best wishes
John Beaumont
Thursday, 14 October 2010
Splashed by my 96 year old "girlfriend"
Hi there
When I went swimming the other day just as I was about to enter the pool I was splashed by a 96 year old lady.
This "youngster" goes swimming 2/3 times a week the same as I do so I see her regularly.
Isn't great that at 96 years old she still keeps herself fit. Sure she only "potters about" now but even so it must be good for her.
Hey but not only that she still has fun. I hope that when I'm 96 I will still be able to go swimming and that I will still have fun splashing other people.
I'm busy writing more articles about my internet business. If interested look me up under whoisjohnbeaumont.
Thought for today: Are you still enjoying life? Are you having fun or is stress ruining your life? Hey lighten up and go splash someone.
On this day:- 14th October
In 1066. The battle of Hastings took place when William the Conquerer defeated Harold thus changing the course of history.
In 1977 Bing Crosby died
In 1947 the sound barrier was broked for the first time.
When I went swimming the other day just as I was about to enter the pool I was splashed by a 96 year old lady.
This "youngster" goes swimming 2/3 times a week the same as I do so I see her regularly.
Isn't great that at 96 years old she still keeps herself fit. Sure she only "potters about" now but even so it must be good for her.
Hey but not only that she still has fun. I hope that when I'm 96 I will still be able to go swimming and that I will still have fun splashing other people.
I'm busy writing more articles about my internet business. If interested look me up under whoisjohnbeaumont.
Thought for today: Are you still enjoying life? Are you having fun or is stress ruining your life? Hey lighten up and go splash someone.
On this day:- 14th October
In 1066. The battle of Hastings took place when William the Conquerer defeated Harold thus changing the course of history.
In 1977 Bing Crosby died
In 1947 the sound barrier was broked for the first time.
Tuesday, 5 October 2010
Poor Owen
Hi friends
At present we are having a new bathroon installed and as there is a lot of mess etc I have put Owen (the mad English Spaniel) into kennels.
The trouble is there have been a few problems so I have kept putting Owen's release date back!!
Hope he will forgive me..
I haven't posted a blog for a few weeks as I have been on holiday. In fact the bathroom was going to be done whilst we were away but as usual "the best laid plans of mice and men" went astray.
The main reason was that my step-daughter Jill sudenly went into hospital with DVT (deep vein thrombosis) which was very serious although fortunately she is now on the mend. As her husband Tim was doing the bathroom for us this caused problems. That's putting it mildly!
Any rate it is looking good so it will be great when it's finished.
I'm still working hard on my internet business which is now going well. I've joined The Six Figure Mentors Group which is really excellent.
I'll be posting an update about it as soon as my nice new website is ready to go, so keep your eyes peeled.
Well I must get ready to go off for my swim. As I'm not taking Owen for walks at the moment I'm putting on weight.
Thought for today: Are you appreciating your friends and family? It is quite frightening how they could suddenly be taken from us
Joke for today:- Success is relative. The more success the more relatives!!
On this day:- 5th October
In 1954 Bob Geldof was born
In 1969 Monty Python's Flying Circus first episode was shown on TV
In 1930 the R101 airship crashed with the loss of 48 lives.
John Beaumont
Internet Marketer
At present we are having a new bathroon installed and as there is a lot of mess etc I have put Owen (the mad English Spaniel) into kennels.
The trouble is there have been a few problems so I have kept putting Owen's release date back!!
Hope he will forgive me..
I haven't posted a blog for a few weeks as I have been on holiday. In fact the bathroom was going to be done whilst we were away but as usual "the best laid plans of mice and men" went astray.
The main reason was that my step-daughter Jill sudenly went into hospital with DVT (deep vein thrombosis) which was very serious although fortunately she is now on the mend. As her husband Tim was doing the bathroom for us this caused problems. That's putting it mildly!
Any rate it is looking good so it will be great when it's finished.
I'm still working hard on my internet business which is now going well. I've joined The Six Figure Mentors Group which is really excellent.
I'll be posting an update about it as soon as my nice new website is ready to go, so keep your eyes peeled.
Well I must get ready to go off for my swim. As I'm not taking Owen for walks at the moment I'm putting on weight.
Thought for today: Are you appreciating your friends and family? It is quite frightening how they could suddenly be taken from us
Joke for today:- Success is relative. The more success the more relatives!!
On this day:- 5th October
In 1954 Bob Geldof was born
In 1969 Monty Python's Flying Circus first episode was shown on TV
In 1930 the R101 airship crashed with the loss of 48 lives.
John Beaumont
Internet Marketer
Tuesday, 24 August 2010
Found the Family Mansion
Yep true
Sue and I found The Wilderness. What's The Wilderness?
It is the mansion which my great grandfather 5 times removed lived in and I believe built back in the 1720's. If he didn't have it built at least he extended it. I'm seeking more information on this.
From searching family history we found that this gentleman Sir John Pratt was Lord Chief Justice of England from 1718 until 1725 and interim Chancellor of the Exchequer in 1721.
He bought The Wilderness in Seal Kent.
It is a magnificant building now owned by a blind school and we were shown part of it by the director of education who happened to be there.
It has one of the best Georgian staircases in the country.
Afterwards we went to see the local church where there are plaques on the wall in memory of family members as well as stained glass windows provided by them.
Nearby was the family vault.
It was very interesting realising that my forefathers walked in the same spot as me all those years ago.
Thought for today: Do you appreciate what your ancestors did for you?
Joke for today:- What do you get if you cross an owl with a skunk?
Something that smells but doesn't give a hoot!
On this day:- In 79AD Mount Vesuvius erupted and destroyed Pompeii
In 1724 George Stubbs the great horse painter was born
Sue and I found The Wilderness. What's The Wilderness?
It is the mansion which my great grandfather 5 times removed lived in and I believe built back in the 1720's. If he didn't have it built at least he extended it. I'm seeking more information on this.
From searching family history we found that this gentleman Sir John Pratt was Lord Chief Justice of England from 1718 until 1725 and interim Chancellor of the Exchequer in 1721.
He bought The Wilderness in Seal Kent.
It is a magnificant building now owned by a blind school and we were shown part of it by the director of education who happened to be there.
It has one of the best Georgian staircases in the country.
Afterwards we went to see the local church where there are plaques on the wall in memory of family members as well as stained glass windows provided by them.
Nearby was the family vault.
It was very interesting realising that my forefathers walked in the same spot as me all those years ago.
Thought for today: Do you appreciate what your ancestors did for you?
Joke for today:- What do you get if you cross an owl with a skunk?
Something that smells but doesn't give a hoot!
On this day:- In 79AD Mount Vesuvius erupted and destroyed Pompeii
In 1724 George Stubbs the great horse painter was born
Monday, 23 August 2010
A great weekend
Hi there
Went sailing last weekend. This was a birthday treat from Sue. (my birthday was in March but I had only just got round to sorting out a date! )
This was the first time I have gone sailing in about 30 years and I really enjoyed it.
We went to Brighton and went out on a 27ft day sailboat. Was it rough! There had been a storm overnight so the sea was very choppy. (Thats putting it mildly!)
Besides the skipper we had 5 crew initially but the waves were so bad that 3 felt ill including Sue so we returned to the marina and just the skipper, a young woman and I continued.
It was great.
Think I will take up sailing again.
I didn't do any work on my internet business so will get stuck in again this week.
I wrote another article today and I am getting an average of two a week published on the internet.
Thought for today. Are you glad you are alive?
Joke for today:- Did you hear about divorce Barbie? It comes with all Ken's stuff!
On this day:- 23rd August.
In 1926 Rudolph Valentino died.
In 1912 Gene Kelly was born
In 1940 German bombers began night raids on London
John Beaumont
Went sailing last weekend. This was a birthday treat from Sue. (my birthday was in March but I had only just got round to sorting out a date! )
This was the first time I have gone sailing in about 30 years and I really enjoyed it.
We went to Brighton and went out on a 27ft day sailboat. Was it rough! There had been a storm overnight so the sea was very choppy. (Thats putting it mildly!)
Besides the skipper we had 5 crew initially but the waves were so bad that 3 felt ill including Sue so we returned to the marina and just the skipper, a young woman and I continued.
It was great.
Think I will take up sailing again.
I didn't do any work on my internet business so will get stuck in again this week.
I wrote another article today and I am getting an average of two a week published on the internet.
Thought for today. Are you glad you are alive?
Joke for today:- Did you hear about divorce Barbie? It comes with all Ken's stuff!
On this day:- 23rd August.
In 1926 Rudolph Valentino died.
In 1912 Gene Kelly was born
In 1940 German bombers began night raids on London
John Beaumont
Friday, 13 August 2010
It's all a question of attitude
Hi there
Yesterday two bits of information came my way which I found very interesting.
The first was that 77% of all new jobs in the UK were taken by foreigners ie people not born in the UK.
One reason given was that many Britons prefer to claim handouts rather that work for a living.
On the other hand there was a programme on TV where a managing director went under cover to see what was really going on with his work force.
During this period he met one of his work force who unfortunately has a rare form of cancer which is now too late to cure.
This gentleman has to travel some distance on a fairly regular basis to have specialist treatment.
Despite this he still goes to work full time and has a very cheerful disposition. Not only that but when he has to go for his treatment he doesn't ask for time off but takes it as his holiday entitlement.
He said that whilst he is still capable of working then that is what he will do.
What a difference in attitude!
Here is one guy who doesn't feel sorry for himself and still pulls his weight in society when others are quite prepared to sit on their backsides and allow you and me to support them.
Thought for today. Are you a player or a passenger? I know which is better for the soul!
Joke for today:- What animals were the last to leave the ark? The elephants. They had to pack their trunks! Boom boom!
On this day:
In 1910 Florence Nightingale famous as the lady with the lamp whilst nursing in the Crimea War died.
In 1946 H.G.Wells died
In 1860 Annie Oakley was born and in 1899 Alfred Hitchcock made his first appearance.
Cheers
John Beaumont
Yesterday two bits of information came my way which I found very interesting.
The first was that 77% of all new jobs in the UK were taken by foreigners ie people not born in the UK.
One reason given was that many Britons prefer to claim handouts rather that work for a living.
On the other hand there was a programme on TV where a managing director went under cover to see what was really going on with his work force.
During this period he met one of his work force who unfortunately has a rare form of cancer which is now too late to cure.
This gentleman has to travel some distance on a fairly regular basis to have specialist treatment.
Despite this he still goes to work full time and has a very cheerful disposition. Not only that but when he has to go for his treatment he doesn't ask for time off but takes it as his holiday entitlement.
He said that whilst he is still capable of working then that is what he will do.
What a difference in attitude!
Here is one guy who doesn't feel sorry for himself and still pulls his weight in society when others are quite prepared to sit on their backsides and allow you and me to support them.
Thought for today. Are you a player or a passenger? I know which is better for the soul!
Joke for today:- What animals were the last to leave the ark? The elephants. They had to pack their trunks! Boom boom!
On this day:
In 1910 Florence Nightingale famous as the lady with the lamp whilst nursing in the Crimea War died.
In 1946 H.G.Wells died
In 1860 Annie Oakley was born and in 1899 Alfred Hitchcock made his first appearance.
Cheers
John Beaumont
Saturday, 7 August 2010
Exciting or what? Well it is for me!
Hi there
Found out something exciting this week. Well exciting for me although probably boring for you!
Actually it was Sue who found out this information as she is the one who is more involved in family history than me.
What she found out was that my great great gggggrandfather was a famous British judge and politician back in the early 18th century.
His name was Sir John Pratt (note the "Sir") A member of the aristocracy no less!
He was a Member of Parliament then went on to be Chancellor of the Exchequer in 1721 and was also Lord Chief Justice of England from 1718 to 1725.
One of his sons (the younger brother of my direct ancestor) was created Earl Camden in 1786 and was a personal friend of William Pitt the famous Prime Minister.
He was heavily involved in the discussions regarding taxing the colonies and in fact I believe he was against it. If he had got his way the American War of Independence may not have occurred.
Anyrate its strange how finding out such information affected me. For some reason it has given me much more confidence to build my internet business. Strange really.
Obviously the family went downhill from then onwards!!
Thought for today. Do you appreciate what your ancestors have done for you?
Joke for today:- When flying try to keep the number of landings equal to the number of take-offs.
On this day:- August 7th
In 1957 Oliver Hardy died.
In 1926 the first British Gran Prix motor race was held. The average speed of the winning car was 71.61 mph (115.24 kph)
Cheers
John Beaumont
He also formed Camden Town a well known area of London.
Found out something exciting this week. Well exciting for me although probably boring for you!
Actually it was Sue who found out this information as she is the one who is more involved in family history than me.
What she found out was that my great great gggggrandfather was a famous British judge and politician back in the early 18th century.
His name was Sir John Pratt (note the "Sir") A member of the aristocracy no less!
He was a Member of Parliament then went on to be Chancellor of the Exchequer in 1721 and was also Lord Chief Justice of England from 1718 to 1725.
One of his sons (the younger brother of my direct ancestor) was created Earl Camden in 1786 and was a personal friend of William Pitt the famous Prime Minister.
He was heavily involved in the discussions regarding taxing the colonies and in fact I believe he was against it. If he had got his way the American War of Independence may not have occurred.
Anyrate its strange how finding out such information affected me. For some reason it has given me much more confidence to build my internet business. Strange really.
Obviously the family went downhill from then onwards!!
Thought for today. Do you appreciate what your ancestors have done for you?
Joke for today:- When flying try to keep the number of landings equal to the number of take-offs.
On this day:- August 7th
In 1957 Oliver Hardy died.
In 1926 the first British Gran Prix motor race was held. The average speed of the winning car was 71.61 mph (115.24 kph)
Cheers
John Beaumont
He also formed Camden Town a well known area of London.
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