Time to spoil myself…..

[Foxyboy43]

Well then, that was easy, lots of splendid ideas from the SD massive - I expected nothing less!
Soooo, in short to really treat myself I should set off on a Big Game hunt, initially by Orient Express, tightly clutching a very fine bottle of Whiskey and even more tightly, two Thai “very good friends” who love me long time or at least until the whiskey, Ferraro Rocher or they, run out; purchase a very fancy fast car in utterly boring Belgium; call in to Hungary en route to get new teeth; shoot my fill (schoolboy sniggers from some SD types - we they know who they are..) in the Dark Continent; segue down under (more sniggers but steady chaps - by that time the love me long-timers will have gone) to visit a certain Aussie charmer, easily recognised by his broad-brimmed hat and rather than corks, the number of SD red cards hanging from it and (quickly) return by helicopter just in time to collect my set of super-duper de luxe quad sticks from those awfully good-looking SD moderator johnnies. What a beezer idea, I am drafting my acceptance speech already…
I am quite thrilled at the very prospect and in a rather peculiar way, most touched by the many contributions I have received - almost worth getting old, really.
Now, how do I sell sell the “alone” bit to the sainted Lady FB…….

 

[Essexsussex]

I treated myself to my fishing boat which means I can treat myself weekly in the better weather to alone time, and occasionally allow the kids aboard. And treat the Mrs to fresh fish. Genuinely, I dreamt of being out fishing where the charter boats can when I was a kid. I now I can, and I tell you it’s worth all the ball ache boats can bring.

 

[User00053]

In terms of selling the concept I think it should not be too difficult once you have explained it’s a male spiritual pilgrimage first and foremost but better if you have a shooting friend to go with giving also the jolly boys outing flavour.
You may be surprised by the reaction in a positive way as a friend was when his partner insisted he did not forget the condoms needed for the casual group fun sessions but he did suspect she was been selfish.
Think it’s best to keep them on their toes at all times but please keep us informed of your decisions followed by travels and exploits and once completed and inspired having gathered material for your novel we could help with suggestions for a title?

 

[tozzybum]

You could have your own subscription only You Tube channel.
Then for a " modest " fee to fund further " exploits" Foxboy on tour could be followed by " foxyboy rides again ".
And all finished off with the 3rd installment " Mrs Foxboy hunts him down "

 

[Ratel]

Well I don't know whether I could suffer the smell of leather and two ladies in an escort, but willing to give it a try. You could tell herself you are going on a hunting trip with a friend without lying, there are plenty of ladies that shoot, and you may get lucky as well.

 

[spanj]

Thoroughly recommend skydiving. Life affirming. Id suggest doing it somewhere nice and warm, SA jumps to minds

 

[User00053]

You could have your own subscription only You Tube channel.
Then for a " modest " fee to fund further " exploits" Foxboy on tour could be followed by " foxyboy rides again ".
And all finished off with the 3rd installment " Mrs Foxboy hunts him down "

Rod, rifle, gun and roofies my travels in Africa. Thought that might go down well as an opener but written under a nom de plume
Say Michael h kenyan.

 

[Wapinschaw]

Couple of stories to follow on......
1) A friend used to be a helicopter engineer/mechanic - one of the first things they had to do was to go up in the helicopter that they'd just "fixed", no arguments. You fixed it , you fly in it!
2) Another friend used to spend a lot of time jumping out of Chinooks at night......or rather rappelling out. He always said - never be the last one out as the helo rises up as the team departs so tail end charlie often had ....err...a bit of a drop from the end of the line!

1) I was a Licenced Aircraft Engineer for many years on both helicopters and fixed wing, after 10 years fixing HM QE2's aircraft. I would without hesitation fly in anything I had worked on. If I was telling someone who in many cases I knew well that it was good to go flying then it would only be right to go with him.

2) I have never felt the urge to jump out of a serviceable aircraft in flight.

 

[Wapinschaw]

They are worth a fortune now. A Ford Escort 2000 went for nearly 50k on Banger for cash the other day.

I used to have a MK2 Ford Cortina with a Lotus engine in. Wish I had it now................big bucks. But an original Mk1 with a Lotus engine is megga bucks now.

My Lotus Cortina with a company helicopter, approx 1982. The Cortina is still around but not in my garage sadly.

 

[tozzybum]

First car was a cortina, built in oil leak and beige interior.
The good old days no bloody computer chips

 

[old 30-06]

There is only one thing you must do. Treat yourself to Africa. It is special. As a hunter there are no words to describe how special it is. If you wish your wife could accompany you and camera safari. To get the weather right for heat but not too much heat, try October or April in South Africa. Magical.

 

[reiver]

Couple of stories to follow on......
1) A friend used to be a helicopter engineer/mechanic - one of the first things they had to do was to go up in the helicopter that they'd just "fixed", no arguments. You fixed it , you fly in it!
2) Another friend used to spend a lot of time jumping out of Chinooks at night......or rather rappelling out. He always said - never be the last one out as the helo rises up as the team departs so tail end charlie often had ....err...a bit of a drop from the end of the line!

Pal of mine used to fly helicopters in SA with the military and police . They used to say the most dangerous pilots are the just qualified and the older pilots who think they no best!! he stoped flying at 50 as there don’t live long over 50 if your still flying every day . It takes a lot of stamina and brain power not to kill yourself

 

[alberta boy]

Not always true...


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I hate it when that happens

 

[Cyres]

I would say 10 days Fishing on the lake of the Woods. Followed by moose hunt. Then couple days on a dog town shoot. Good sesion or two on calling coyotes. Week skiing in N USA. Wine tasting trip in Nappa Valley. Visit the Shot Show. Serious day on an unlimited range. 1 mile club on .50 BMG.
Helicopter pig shoot USA or Oz.
Days grouse shooting.
Track day either on Formula Ford or with super cars.
Flight in a Mosquito.
To cap it all a low level flight through Welsh Valleys.
Finally a winning Jackpot Lottery ticket to pay for it all.!

D

 

[BenBhoy]

I'd go for escorts, one high class followed by a filthy do all.

 

[Foxyboy43]

You could have your own subscription only You Tube channel.
Then for a " modest " fee to fund further " exploits" Foxboy on tour could be followed by " foxyboy rides again ".
And all finished off with the 3rd installment " Mrs Foxboy hunts him down "

Pure genius! Wot’s You Tube?

 

[Foxyboy43]

Well I don't know whether I could suffer the smell of leather and two ladies in an escort, but willing to give it a try. You could tell herself you are going on a hunting trip with a friend without lying, there are plenty of ladies that shoot, and you may get lucky as well.

Courageous, perhaps to the point of suicidal but thanks anyways……

 

[Foxyboy43]

Thoroughly recommend skydiving. Life affirming. Id suggest doing it somewhere nice and warm, SA jumps to minds

You must be mad! Skydiving at my age, the jump from the plane terrifies me more than the possibility of a very sudden stop!

 

[Foxyboy43]

Rod, rifle, gun and roofies my travels in Africa. Thought that might go down well as an opener but written under a nom de plume
Say Michael h kenyan.

Excellent! I was thinking more “The Dark Continent - it’s part in FB’s downfall”.
Wot’s You Tube?

 

[Foxyboy43]

There is only one thing you must do. Treat yourself to Africa. It is special. As a hunter there are no words to describe how special it is. If you wish your wife could accompany you and camera safari. To get the weather right for heat but not too much heat, try October or April in South Africa. Magical.

Another beezer idea! And well recommended by others who have suggested something called a You Tube series. Suggested early titles include “Incontinence on the Dark Continent” and “Africa - Through the bathroom keyhole”….