Friday, 27 January 2012

But we're British, it's what we do.............

During times of difficulty we Anglo-Saxons certainly know what to do to make things better. We turn to a cup of tea. Well this evening was definitely a hard time. A series of signal failures lead to severe delays and cancellations. Poor commuters heading home were left on the platforms in a sea of despondant humanity all hoping for a miraculous change in circumstances that sadly took hours to arrive. However, as a member of train crew this situation presented a welcome opportunity to rest awhile, well 3 hours actually, in the salubrious surroundings of the mess room.  So what to do in these trying times but turn to a cup of tea. Risking life and limb I ventured onto the concourse and made my way to the cafe '2 teas please' only to be told 'sorry we haven't got any water'. I don't think I need to say anymore.
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  1. Jack27 January 2012 at 17:40

    Hi Dez, I can relate to this blog in particular, as I am one of the signalling staff who would be running around trying to locate and fix the fault.
    Even though I work on the east coast of Australia, the punters attitudes are invaribly the same when in comes to delays and it is sometimes very akward and strained to be in earshot of the passengers when in our railway uniform.
    Good Blog, keep it up mate.

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