Post 1642. Tuesday April 3
My Friend Rosey has been a feature of my blog since I set it up twelve years ago. To read all about her in 200 or so words, click HERE
Rosey was peddling along minding her own business when she swerved to avoid a low flying pigeon. Her prompt action resulted in an uncontrollable wobble just as she started to descend a steep hill.
An approaching motorist took avoiding action, startling a passing pedestrian whose terrified dog dragged him into the bushes. Unable to stop, she tried using her feet to assist her brakes, the metal studs on her boots producing a shower of sparks in her wake.
Suddenly, Rosey hit the curb, somersaulted over the handlebars and landed in a bed of prickly roses. A gardener who was watering them quickly turned the hose away, inadvertently showering a young family which was, until then enjoying a peaceful picnic on the grass.
Rosey staggered to her feet, grabbed her hat, adjusted her muddy jeans and retrieved her bicycle. Ignoring the open-mouthed onlookers, some dripping wet, she mounted her cycle and attempted a dignified exit. Unfortunately, the front wheel, once round, had become egg shaped and although it still went round, it caused Rosey to bob up and down like a jack-in-a-box as she set off. Up down, up down, up down!
She’s threatening to take part in this years London to Brighton Bike Ride. If you live along the route you’d be well advised to stay indoors!
Tomorrow D is for Dining Out
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On this day last year, I took you to Amble Bay Church, St Peter’s, known to locals as Pete’s Place. To revisit click HERE
Hahah – she reminds me of Amelia Bedalia!
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I was sure who she was but thanks to Google I found out about her and I’d say you are spot on! cheers Prior
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And by the time of the hose part it started to just be extra fun –
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Me thinks one has been watching too many Three Stooges videos. LOL.
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She may have one as a distant relative! She does live a slapstick kinda’ life!
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Hahhahhha.
Thanks for my morning dose of laughter, Keith.
Poor Rosey, though!
Superb storytelling, as always.
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Delighted to have amused you Moon!
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Hey Keith! So funny! Glad I don’t live along said route!
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She has been known to get lost and go off route – but I think you are probably safe! Cheers Denise.
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You’re making me glad I live across the ocean. 🙂
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She’s thinking of having flying lessons Christine….!
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The butterfly effect gone haywire.
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Perfectly put Fandango! Cheers.
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Flipping over the handle bars, poor Rosey. I hope she was wearing her helmet.
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Oh yes – its a pink one with yellow spots by the way!
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May i suggest an adult tricycle for her!
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Now that’s an idea! I’ll pass on your suggestion mimi.
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Ha ha ha, though I shouldn’t be laughing, I would be like her on a cycle I’m sure 🙂
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Help – two of you!
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Hope she isn’t planning the London ride on the egg shaped wheel. Glad I live far away from Rosie 🙂
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Don’t worry – I’ll make sure she sorts it out by then! Cheers Nilanjana
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I feel a tickling sensation when I begin reading your posts that quickly develops to a full throated belly aching laugh.
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I’m delighted it’s having the desired effect Kalpana!
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Hope she doesn’t decide on participating in Tour de France. Another excellent episode, Keith.
C is for Con Artist
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Don’t give her ideas Varad – she might just read this!
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Having only met Rosey recently I feel I can already state that she shouldn’t be allowed on a bicycle, or drive any other form of transport for that matter!
https://iainkellywriting.com/2018/04/03/c-is-for-cork-republic-of-ireland/
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Hate to tell you, but she drives a Smart car And just because you live 500 miles away doesn’t guarantee your safety – she has been known to get lost, very lost. She took a wrong turn once and ended up on a cross-Channel ferry!
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Good luck to all of the other participants in the London to Brighton Bike Ride if Rosey decides to participate!
Emily In Ecuador | Coconut Water on Puerto Lopez Beach
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I am trying to talk her out of it Emily!
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Smart of you! 🙂
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Rosey is quite a unique character isn’t she, Keith? She has been eliciting so much laughter. Love her grit and determination to keep at it, despite all the odds being stacked against her.
Loving Rosey’s tales. She’s my kind of girl ;-))
Natasha
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You’ve summed her up perfectly Natasha!
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Hahaha! Sorry! 😀 Poor Rosey! 😀
Fabulous writing as always, Keith 🙂
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I’m delighted you enjoyed it Shilpa
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Felt as if I was video shooting Rosey, live! Hahaha.
You weave magic with words while delineating the comic scenes Keith.
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It would make n interesting video that’s for sure! Thnks so much for your kind comment
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LOL. I can imagine the pile-up if she rode with other cyclists!
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I’d prefer not to imagine it Cheers
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Delightful story. That ‘butterfly flaps its wings’ or maybe ‘actions have consequences’–both fit well. In retrospect, I’ll call this the ‘Hero’s Journey’.
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A hero’s journey or a journey from hell! Thanks Jacqui
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She caused quite the domino effect! o.o
~Patricia Lynne aka Patricia Josephine~
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That she did Patricia! Cheers
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I think Rosey may need to be enclosed in a bubble of protection, for the rest of the world.
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Quite so! Thanks Deborah
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Perhaps she should try a walking challenge instead!
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Oh my – some days it’s better to stay inside.
https://moondustwriter.com/2018/04/04/dance-children-atozchallenge/
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I must say, she is quite the daredevil.
E for Easter!
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Oh dear! Such a series of events!
Jayden R. Vincente
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Just another day in Rosey’s topsy turvey world!
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Ha! I enjoyed this! 🙂
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Oh, dear. I hope Rosey never takes an interest in Tightrope walking.
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Oh no! Don’t give her ideas Diedre!
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Ha! Ha! This is like watching an episode of a slapstick comedy.
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That’s Rosey for you!
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