We have just been advised my UK visa has been approved which means my alternative plan of catching a ride in the back of a truck at Calais can be discarded. The visa is valid for two years and I will apparently then have to apply for an extension or settlement. Jan delights in informing me I will have to pass an English language and culture examination. She seems to think I might struggle with both! I was going to disagree, but after watching two episodes of “The Boat That Guy Built”, is he actually speaking English? I didn't understand half of what he said!
I’m the first to admit the passing years have made me a little deaf; which has created moments of amusement or frustration for both of us. Somehow I will cope!
Bye 'eck Tom, I reckon you 'ave a much better chance of passin' an English language and culture exam than most people we mix wee round 'ere!
ReplyDeleteTry this one: Th'all reet cock? Dust thee fancy a paant in't pub wi some babbies yead, chips an' peywet, thaas one ower yon. Translated would mean: Are you well my friend, would you like to join me for a drink and perhaps a meal of steak pudding, chips and mushy peas, there is a pub just over there.
That's how they speak up't North!
The boat that Guy built is entertaining, but I would like to see their steam powered shower pass a safety scheme survey!
I got the piece about the 'chips'!
ReplyDeleteOh well; I will just have to request they repeat everything slowly.
I don't believe Guy has actually done much work to the boat. It seems his partner is doing most of the work.