Retiring the magic wand.....

[Poggit]

Brain is an absolutely top guy who I had the pleasure of meeting when I bought NT04 off him last month. The wealth of information Brian extolled on me that afternoon on all things Rover 75 was boundless-as was his enthusiasm for these fine cars of ours.

Brian-it was a pleasure to meet you and I'm really pleased to learn that you are not totally hanging up your Wand of Magic-you are the epitome of all that is so good about this club.

Take things a bit easy for a while ,fella, and I'm sure the Wand will return fully recharged and in future maybe spread its magic a little more thinly/selectively so the Magician has some 'Me Time' to himself!
Also-just to put your mind at rest -NT04 is in tip top condition and just gave her 3 hour valet/polish yesteray and she's looking fab!

[NigelOBB]

Originally Posted by DaveyC

How about training up a "sorcerer's apprentice"? That way, it takes some of the load off and you get to pick and choose what you are comfortable with.

I know you would never pass on all the knowledge but something is better than nothing and it would be a great help to members........

At the end of the day, you do what's best for you though and its your decision and if its getting too much, when all is said and done you need to look after your best interests.

All the best,

Dave

I agree with Dave a job shared is a job halved and all.. Take a break and enjoy things for a while, Mrs Marina Brian must have the patiance of a saint..

I dont think any one will be huffed if you tell em no.

May be just start doing the odd t4 meet like Hull and nothing else.

What ever happens enjoy and thanks for your help..

[ZedTeeTee]

Originally Posted by NigelOBB

I agree with Dave a job shared is a job halved and all.. Take a break and enjoy things for a while, Mrs Marina Brian must have the patiance of a saint..

I dont think any one will be huffed if you tell em no.

May be just start doing the odd t4 meet like Hull and nothing else.

What ever happens enjoy and thanks for your help..

I'm going to take over the T4 and turn everyones 75 into a very expensive paperweight... mwahahahahahahahah

[seancar]

Originally Posted by marinabrian

Well what can I say, I've been genuinely touched reading through some of these posts

I will be taking it easy for a bit and pacing myself a little, all I need to remember is I can't fix everything all of the time every time someone shouts up, and I should be ok

Thank you to everyone who has taken the time to read through this, don't worry the Magic Wand is safe

Anyone who has an urgent problem can of course PM me as per usual, and if I'm able to help, will of course do so, however don't panic if it takes me a little longer than usual to reply...I'm not ignoring you

To all of those who've contacted me personally, I will be replying to your kind emails and messages in the very near future

Hope to be getting back into the swing of things pretty soon, just don't everyone rush in at once

Warmest wishes to all

Brian

brian you will always be uncle bri to me mate and this is a good choice just stick to it lol i know its hard i still cant phone calls at 10 oclock at night. just remember you have some one here at the other end of the phone to shout and scream at any time night or day. and i mean every word you are a true gentleman. and i am proud to say you are a friend. and lets be truthful we would be stuffed without you lol. now do you want this box of keys lol.
cheers mate talk soon and you take care

[seancar]

Originally Posted by ratsalad

I'm another one that has never had the pleasure of meeting you Brian, but your reputation within our community is second to none, there comes a time for all of us to take our foot off the loud pedal.

My opinion (not that it matters that much) would be to take a break as others have suggested and then resume with a much less workload. make time for yourself and family, be selective with the work you do. But to loose you completely would be a massive loss to us all.

It's your decision in the end and I'm sure all of us will respect whatever that turns out to be.

Best regards Brian

and i have you bits lol

[NigelOBB]

Originally Posted by seancar

brian you will always be uncle bri to me mate and this is a good choice just stick to it lol i know its hard i still cant phone calls at 10 oclock at night. just remember you have some one here at the other end of the phone to shout and scream at any time night or day. and i mean every word you are a true gentleman. and i am proud to say you are a friend. and lets be truthful we would be stuffed without you lol. now do you want this box of keys lol.
cheers mate talk soon and you take care

Well said Sean

[Geoff130]

Brian, I've never had chance to meet you but your replies have been invaluable to me and I just want to wish you well whatever you decide to do.

[Jules]

This is like reading your own obituary Brian.
Defo have some time off and get that pipe & slippers out !!
I'm sort of deliberately having at least 4 days off to go to the NEC Classic.

Jules

[jt002e2762]

Have a nice break Brian, you deserve it. Best wishes. JRT.

[bigbird]

One of the nicest men ive met, good luck Brian in all you Decide