What a Shame.........

[trt]

That the excitement of Bonfire Night has disappeared.

I remember when I was a kid it was something we all used to look forward to.
Collecting, stealing bungy wood from other areas, making a Guy for a few pence and making some money for fireworks, putting potatoes in the fire, toffee apples and black treacle.

I don't recall any one getting hurt from the fireworks and we used to have a great time with all the neighbours, young and old joining in, and we went to bed smelling of smoke, gun powder and looking forward to next year.

[Ice.Maiden]

Not disappeared altogether trt. On Sunday, it was my son's birthday, so we had a bonfire birthday party for him, which was fabulous. I made lots of hot dogs and mushy peas, and the children had a great time collecting wood for the bonfire. Family and close friends were there, and everyone squealed with delight at the various arerial displays. Great fun. Roll on next year! : )

[patiodors]

I can't remember the last time I saw a 'Guy' to give a penny to...when I was a kid they were on every street corner. OMG I'm getting old :-[

[Ice.Maiden]

Must admit, we didn't have a guy this time, but have done in previous years.