Please advise - it's all gone SO wrong

Hootie19

Oh My Goodness!!! I haven't returned to the thread for a while, but have just caught up. What bloody brilliant news Mike.

I am all teared up just reading about it - I can't imagine how you must be feeling.

So what happens - I take it you have to move out for the 10 days they'll be working on the house? Will you be allowed to loiter within tent (maybe you can camp in the garden!) to follow what they're doing, or is it all just a huge big surprise when they Move That Bus (or am I getting a bit muddled up here )

If you have to move out, do they arrange for you to go to a hotel, or are you going to be freeloading off some friends/rellies?

Am I asking too many questions? Honestly, I am soooooo excited for you. I can't wait to hear all about it, and eventually watch the programme.

lisawaters

Hootie19 wrote: »

Oh My Goodness!!! I haven't returned to the thread for a while, but have just caught up. What bloody brilliant news Mike.

I am all teared up just reading about it - I can't imagine how you must be feeling.

So what happens - I take it you have to move out for the 10 days they'll be working on the house? Will you be allowed to loiter within tent (maybe you can camp in the garden!) to follow what they're doing, or is it all just a huge big surprise when they Move That Bus (or am I getting a bit muddled up here )

If you have to move out, do they arrange for you to go to a hotel, or are you going to be freeloading off some friends/rellies?

Am I asking too many questions? Honestly, I am soooooo excited for you. I can't wait to hear all about it, and eventually watch the programme.

Thanks! I was pretty teared up when he rang too! But I'm much too macho to admit it on a public forum.

I have to be filmed with the boys carrying boxes to the removal lorry, then I am not welcome at the house for 10 days. They arrange all that and storage. I believe I am called in to be filmed walking on the beach, chatting with Nick and my other showbiz pals, sharing a joke on the crazy gold course with Billy the Sparks and Julian the plasterer... showing off Littlehampton's many quality attractions...

I'm staying at a friend's half an hour away so I can be called in at short notice when my scenes are being shot. They really do seem to kick you out and just do it! I will tell Julia that I'm phobic about mosaics.

I am meeting a couple of the team here this week to talk finishes, gold plated taps, mouse-traps and so on. I have one or two questions too... such as when do they want the MSErs to descend to lift barges and tote bales, go all gooey around the bald one and giggle girlishly at Nick Knowle's boyish charm and easy manner...

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katsu

Mike,

I've not posted since early on, but have checked in to see how the campaign is going. Have you told Martin the good news? He might like to know how his forum has helped you achieve this wonderful outcome.

I think we MSE fans need to do something to thank the DIY programme for taking your house on - it sounds the most amazing outcome for you to get it magically transformed in 10 days - you don't even need us all to bring you old DIY bits and bobs!

I'm so very, very pleased for you and full credit to your team of supporters here.

Fingers crossed for the next few weeks.

lisawaters

katsu wrote: »

Mike,

I've not posted since early on, but have checked in to see how the campaign is going. Have you told Martin the good news? He might like to know how his forum has helped you achieve this wonderful outcome.

I think we MSE fans need to do something to thank the DIY programme for taking your house on - it sounds the most amazing outcome for you to get it magically transformed in 10 days - you don't even need us all to bring you old DIY bits and bobs!

I'm so very, very pleased for you and full credit to your team of supporters here.

Fingers crossed for the next few weeks.

Thank you! What do other people think of those two ideas?

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skintdragon

Now there's a thought.

I think it would be a very good idea to drop Mr. Lewis a line and just update him on the progress you have made since the original post. And besides, it's his birthday today!!!!! hee hee!!!!:p

As for the latter suggestion, I don't suppose the crew will require any more new tools?!! Perhaps a crate of wine or bubbly would be appreciated??

Definately something worth considering though. Without Martin Lewis, I am not sure we'd have this (forum, support, etc) at all. With this, you have heaps of people egging you on, so the man definately needs to be in the know!!

MatyMoo

Of course Martin should know! It is amazing what MSE Peoplepower has achieved so far!

How on earth will we acknowledge the enormous challenge DIY SOS are taking on and the difference it will make to the life of you and your boys? An email campaign just doesn't seem right IMO. Ideas needed me thinks

I know they get made cakes and things, and they all seem to love a good night out when filming, but that just seems inadequate! It needs to be something tangible but something they can share..... Purple Mike's Gang/DIY SOS TShirts?

Mike you are the creative one amongst us!

prestonblue

Just read all of this thread all 127 pages , i sure didnt intend to but i just couldnt stop it shows the worst and best of people and life
Well done Mike for never giving up i am so pleased for you, your hardship and suffering has not been in vain and you deserve all the good things that seen to be coming your way now :j
And to everyone who has replied too or read this thread you are all a fantastic bunch of people having been a bit down before finding this thread i now feel uplifted life aint so bad and most people care and are soooooooo helpful
Thank you to everyone its a privilege to be part of this site :T

niccatw

Wow, Prestonblue, that must have been some reading shift you pulled! I have enough trouble when I go awol for a couple of days!!!!

Surbybird wrote: »

Nothing is better than shoes. No way, no how. Not even Mike getting his house sorted.

I'll need to go and buy another pair to celebrate Mike's good fortune now.



K

Barneysmom wrote: »

This is such fantastic news, Mike you must be thrilled to bits! :j:j

I think we should all buy new shoes to celebrate :j:j:beer::j:j

Just make sure they have steel toe caps, don't want any bricks falling on peep toes !

katsu wrote: »

Mike,

I've not posted since early on, but have checked in to see how the campaign is going. Have you told Martin the good news? He might like to know how his forum has helped you achieve this wonderful outcome.

I think we MSE fans need to do something to thank the DIY programme for taking your house on - it sounds the most amazing outcome for you to get it magically transformed in 10 days - you don't even need us all to bring you old DIY bits and bobs!

I'm so very, very pleased for you and full credit to your team of supporters here.

Fingers crossed for the next few weeks.

Excellent idea on both counts... I have my thinking cap on. It might take a while; an original, hand-crafetd, group gift from a bunch of people whoknow each other virtually to a bunch ofpeople we know from telly .

I'm absolutely certain the amusing options are a plenty, but we need something a bit more "wow" than that .


Time for a victory dance Mike...


SB - Thank you for the birthday wishes - I have been absolutely spoilt and had a fab day! And then Mike broke his fabulous news too . Move over politics, there's no room on the news, haven't you heard about what's going on in Littlehamptom?

niccatw

PS Mike, did you let Martin know...? I'll send him a message on your behalf if you like?

banwa

Mike, I am so pleased for you. The whole house, and it all to be done by 19th June. :jIt must be like a dream come true. I can't wait to see the results, I'm ridiculously excited.

I too am feeling choked by the whole thing. I've just been telling my husband the story and couldn't hide my shiny eyes.

Well done to you but also really well done to those regular supporters, I know there are a lot of them but most notably SouthernBellE:A; you have fully restored my faith that there are some truly good and selfless people out there. Your unwavering support has been really moving and makes me feel lucky to be part of this community.

And thank you too for giving me a really good reason to open a bottle of bubbly tonight too:beer: