tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8163853508689473524.post4315618373936747766..comments2023-12-30T06:08:55.909+00:00Comments on Debs Daydreams in the Plotting Shed: DJ's Lovely Book & Empty BoxesDeborah Carr (Debs)http://www.blogger.com/profile/03223653554549707595noreply@blogger.comBlogger21125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8163853508689473524.post-55813975144880870492009-01-30T08:23:00.000+00:002009-01-30T08:23:00.000+00:00The Dottrel - I'm now about a third of the way thr...The Dottrel - I'm now about a third of the way through the book, and absolutely loving it.<BR/><BR/>tf - I'll have to pack it in a bigger box and send it on to you.<BR/><BR/>fionnuala - it's a shower tube that goes from the tap bit to the shower head on the end of the bath.<BR/><BR/>zinnia cyclamen - well, you would have thought that would have been easier, and probably cheaper to send.<BR/><BR/>motherx - the book is excellent. I think it's one that I'll end up reading more than once too.<BR/><BR/>fiona - It's for the shower at the end of the bath.<BR/><BR/>Liposuction, now that sounds like a good idea.Deborah Carr (Debs)https://www.blogger.com/profile/03223653554549707595noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8163853508689473524.post-46480514527435498452009-01-29T22:42:00.000+00:002009-01-29T22:42:00.000+00:00What's the tube for?I would like one for some DIY ...What's the tube for?<BR/><BR/>I would like one for some DIY liposuction.Fiona Mackenzie. Writerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03669889070557241716noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8163853508689473524.post-61383299030051921372009-01-29T21:43:00.000+00:002009-01-29T21:43:00.000+00:00God! now that's a box. I hope you enjoy the book. ...God! now that's a box. I hope you enjoy the book. I haven't bought it yet but am planning to.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8163853508689473524.post-22192786497797443432009-01-29T12:17:00.000+00:002009-01-29T12:17:00.000+00:00Haven't they heard of jiffy bags?Haven't they heard of jiffy bags?Zinnia Cyclamenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04841314997513292477noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8163853508689473524.post-26416190953646733202009-01-29T09:39:00.000+00:002009-01-29T09:39:00.000+00:00That level of packaging drives me mad! I'm fascina...That level of packaging drives me mad! I'm fascinated at what the tube thingy is though? FxFionnualahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12275984316414726884noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8163853508689473524.post-25472946450046999082009-01-28T22:04:00.000+00:002009-01-28T22:04:00.000+00:00My two cats would love that box. How much do you w...My two cats would love that box. How much do you want to sell it for? ;-) <BR/><BR/>Enjoy the book. TFxDABhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10596811034169293653noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8163853508689473524.post-73848528208649226432009-01-28T20:49:00.000+00:002009-01-28T20:49:00.000+00:00You won't be disappointed! It's a remarkable book,...You won't be disappointed! It's a remarkable book, by a remarkable woman.Tim Atkinsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00858684167484655029noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8163853508689473524.post-84398549837843169852009-01-28T18:19:00.000+00:002009-01-28T18:19:00.000+00:00carol - I've started DJ's book and it's fantastic....carol - I've started DJ's book and it's fantastic. I'm loving it.<BR/><BR/>lane - I'm sure you'll thoroughly enjoy it.<BR/><BR/>Mad packaging, isn't it?<BR/><BR/>casdok - you're right, I'm loving it.<BR/><BR/>lwm - it's ridiculous isn't it?<BR/><BR/>The book is truly fab.<BR/><BR/>dj kirkby - your book is wonderful.<BR/><BR/>The packaging was for the shower tube thing. From the tap bit to the shower head. It needed replacing.<BR/><BR/>claire p - I couldn't believe it. Even a box a quarter of the size would have been enough, surely.<BR/><BR/>You'll love the book.<BR/><BR/>helen - I was so sorry I couldnt make it to the launch, but did think of everyone there (enviously). I'm thrilled it all went so well.<BR/><BR/>melissa - I doubt they'd use so much if they had to pay by the size as well as the weight of the package.<BR/><BR/>elle - I know, it's madness.<BR/><BR/>I know what you mean about your tbr pile, mine (three piles, each holding the other up) is ridiculously high now.<BR/><BR/>jj - I know, it's so wrong.<BR/><BR/>mummy - it surely is that!<BR/><BR/>kaye manro - at least he can fit his bottom in this one.<BR/><BR/>karen - they have an answer for everything, don't they?<BR/><BR/>Love, love, loving this book.Deborah Carr (Debs)https://www.blogger.com/profile/03223653554549707595noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8163853508689473524.post-91728371570569867682009-01-28T16:06:00.000+00:002009-01-28T16:06:00.000+00:00My daughter received a tiny pair of earrings in a ...My daughter received a tiny pair of earrings in a gigantic box like, just before Christmas. When we sent a disapproving email to the company, we were told it was to avoid them going astray in the post! Tut. <BR/><BR/>That book looks good though :o)Karenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05986874444030474719noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8163853508689473524.post-75030358898067039242009-01-28T16:04:00.000+00:002009-01-28T16:04:00.000+00:00It's hard to believe that little thing was in such...It's hard to believe that little thing was in such a big box. Some companies need to get a clue. But maybe all is not lost-- I bet puppy will love that box!Kaye Manrohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03639814610213100626noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8163853508689473524.post-73291303564864959532009-01-28T11:54:00.000+00:002009-01-28T11:54:00.000+00:00That's one BEEG box for one ickle tube!!!That's one BEEG box for one ickle tube!!!Jaynehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06754036163763172951noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8163853508689473524.post-56628570515979047372009-01-28T02:31:00.000+00:002009-01-28T02:31:00.000+00:00OMG: such a big box and such a small tubey thing.OMG: such a big box and such a small tubey thing.Jenny Beattiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00640209636605410939noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8163853508689473524.post-52787964446841286872009-01-27T21:35:00.000+00:002009-01-27T21:35:00.000+00:00That's excessive! :O I daren't even click to see ...That's excessive! :O <BR/><BR/>I daren't even click to see what the book is about because my to-read/to-buy pile is spiralling out of control! Hope it's a good read though!Elle Fieldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11191500965493749500noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8163853508689473524.post-35510547658534609892009-01-27T20:49:00.000+00:002009-01-27T20:49:00.000+00:00I have just been incredulous over the packaging of...I have just been incredulous over the packaging of lots of things lately. They are wasting SO MUCH. We really should start being more vocal about it and letting retailers know how disappointed we are with their shipping methods.Melissa Amateishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16086267508858187716noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8163853508689473524.post-51534044954833427002009-01-27T19:47:00.000+00:002009-01-27T19:47:00.000+00:00I also can't wait to read DJ's book, and had a FAN...I also can't wait to read DJ's book, and had a FANTASTIC time at the launch last night.HelenMWaltershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16182100572365505905noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8163853508689473524.post-3980649587548381082009-01-27T19:43:00.000+00:002009-01-27T19:43:00.000+00:00I hate it when they do that! I had ti happen so of...I hate it when they do that! I had ti happen so often over Christmas.<BR/>I am waiting for my copy of DJ Kirkby's book and can't wait either.claire phttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16313963622279623204noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8163853508689473524.post-34658852400634097872009-01-27T19:37:00.000+00:002009-01-27T19:37:00.000+00:00Hi Debs (and everyone else)Last night was just the...Hi Debs (and everyone else)<BR/>Last night was just the best. I am so pleased you got my book and I hope you enjoy it lots. Tell me what that tube is for please? xoD..J. Kirkbyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00505496527818181395noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8163853508689473524.post-89154182328880130722009-01-27T18:40:00.000+00:002009-01-27T18:40:00.000+00:00That packaging is totally mad... who on Earth thou...That packaging is totally mad... who on Earth thought that a good idea!<BR/>Cant wait to read the book... glad it went well last night.Ladybird World Motherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04410236464722005178noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8163853508689473524.post-32916333814139222482009-01-27T18:27:00.000+00:002009-01-27T18:27:00.000+00:00Cant believe that box!! Or maybe i can!Im sure you...Cant believe that box!! Or maybe i can!<BR/><BR/>Im sure you will enjoy the book :)Casdokhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03497897393162856190noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8163853508689473524.post-48994781021630742882009-01-27T18:25:00.000+00:002009-01-27T18:25:00.000+00:00I'm looking forward to reading it too!That packagi...I'm looking forward to reading it too!<BR/><BR/>That packaging is just crazy!Lane Mathiashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08147122748453850264noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8163853508689473524.post-81246323487630582072009-01-27T17:40:00.000+00:002009-01-27T17:40:00.000+00:00I can't wait to read it either!! She read beautifu...I can't wait to read it either!! She read beautifully last night and I have to say that the next two books I shall be reading will be my signed copy of DJ's 'From Zaftig to Aspie' followed by my signed copy of Chris's (a.k.a. Chopper)'Motorbikes, ducks and crispy sweet apples'. It was a great night!!<BR/><BR/>They sent that wee pipe in all that packaging??<BR/><BR/>C xCarolhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12327016337976942530noreply@blogger.com