Spot The Vegetable?

Recently passengers in the immaculate "Dog" have been complaining of a distinct aroma which despite our best efforts could neither be located or eradicated.

Unfounded and unnecessary accusations were put forward as to the source of the aroma. Various smelly items were introduced to the "Dog" to combat the worsening pungent attack on the nasal passages. Contrary to one suggestion it was not a rotting pie.

However after finishing at the Allotment today a rather ripe Swede was located in the boot in a plastic sweaty slimy carrier bag. We estimate it's been in there two months or more not counting time spent in the "Beast" before that.

In case you hadn't worked it out the rotting Vegetable is the one on the left!

Gingers Boy Comes Good

The Pieman headed off to Bangor On Dee this afternoon for National Hunt Racing. Pictured above is Wymott being led out by Ginger McCain's son, Donald and ridden by Jason Maguire. This combination provided a winner to finish off an excellent day.

The promised sunshine never materialised and with a biting wind it was extremely cold.The drying conditions meant a number of non runners. So whilst the quality of horse talent on show may have be questionable the racing was not.

A few of the Piemans selections ran well enough to justify inclusion in a Pie. However some judicious choices resulted in a healthy profit after all expenses were taken into account. A most enjoyable afternoon out, even with no Pie found.

Chris and Jess Get Married

What an excellent day yesterday was watching two friends get married. Excellent from start to finish! The weather behaved itself, the service was great , the venue for the celebration an excellent choice, great food, great conversation and short speeches!! What more can you need for the perfect day?

Pie would be nice and the groom did apologise for the lack of Pie available. Having said that the spread was fantastic and the Pieman definitely needs to seriously consider those elasticated pants for such occasions.

The Bride and Groom looked fantastic and we hope they had as good a time as we did. The only disappointment was going home. Can time be spent better NOOOOO!

No Pie to report on but an excellent ale to recommend to go with a Pie Black Sheep Bitter/Ale from Masham in Yorkshire. Check out their website, locate a pub near you or play "whack a sheep"!