Minor Matters

Post by **aupickup** » Sat Mar 07, 2009 7:17 pm

and saw your photo too

Post by **PSL184** » Sat Mar 07, 2009 7:31 pm

aupickup wrote:and saw your photo too

Post by **Judge** » Mon Mar 09, 2009 11:27 am

emmerson wrote:Arrived this morning, but haven't had time to look at it yet. bmcecosse, if it's that bad, could you do better?If, not then don't knock it. If you can, then why not volunteer for the editor's job!
My wife and I edit the magazine for our caravan club, and let me tell you, it is not an easy job. And think on this---- the only thing that make a mag boring is the contributors -- when did you last contribute any thing to the magazine?
It appears that the Minor world is made up of some of the same people as the rest of the world. ie, those who do, and those who knock those who do!

Well I received my copy this morning, and two of the items that I had discussed with the editor, and had agreed to be included, are not in there!!

Is it me?

Post by **Cam** » Mon Mar 09, 2009 11:34 am

Judge wrote:
emmerson wrote:Arrived this morning, but haven't had time to look at it yet. bmcecosse, if it's that bad, could you do better?If, not then don't knock it. If you can, then why not volunteer for the editor's job!
My wife and I edit the magazine for our caravan club, and let me tell you, it is not an easy job. And think on this---- the only thing that make a mag boring is the contributors -- when did you last contribute any thing to the magazine?
It appears that the Minor world is made up of some of the same people as the rest of the world. ie, those who do, and those who knock those who do!
Well I received my copy this morning, and two of the items that I had discussed with the editor, and had agreed to be included, are not in there!!

Is it me?

Speak to Stephen directly, Bill. Straight to the horse's mouth as it were. Not that I'm comparing Stephen to a horse.... I'll get me coat.

Post by **Judge** » Mon Mar 09, 2009 11:37 am

I did do previously Cam, and have done so again. Even received an appology on the first occassion.

Post by **Cam** » Mon Mar 09, 2009 11:46 am

I could say that it's proabably space restriction, but I would be only guessing and in my experience, going direct is the answer!

Post by **Judge** » Mon Mar 09, 2009 12:29 pm

There was no space restriction and in fact it was three items that were agreed, here are two of them (copied and pasted from the e-mail sent to Steve on the 30th January.

2009 LEO (Lands End to Orkney) Run Cancelled

Unfortunately due to a lack of sufficient numbers, this years LEO Run has had to be cancelled. My sincere apologies to those of you that were looking forward to taking part.

It is hoped that the event will be run again in 2010 should there be enough interest.

If you would like to register your interest for the 2010 run, please either send me an e-mail, bill.hewlett@mmoc.org.uk, or call me.

2009 MOT-UK (Minors on Tour – UK)

Already there has been considerable interest shown in this new event, which runs from 18th – 25th July, and plans are well in hand.

We will be based at a campsite near to Ullswater in the Lake District, and it is hoped to arrange a variety of activities such as a Minor Drive, visits to local attractions, walks etc. However taking part in any of these will not be compulsory. The choice will be yours.

If you are interested in joining us, and/or would like further information, please either send me an e-mail, bill.hewlett@mmoc.org.uk, or call me.

Post by **StephenMorris** » Mon Mar 09, 2009 12:39 pm

two of the items that I had discussed with the editor, and had agreed to be included, are not in there!!

Is it me?[/quote]

No, it's me: cock a doodle diddley-up at my end. And another apology proffered. (Cam, you know that horse? Is it any good with an Apple Mac?)

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Post by **StephenMorris** » Mon Mar 09, 2009 12:41 pm

'ere: where did 'a doodle diddley' come from? I never wrote that bit! Makes me sound like Ned Flanders!

Post by **andyminor** » Mon Mar 09, 2009 12:53 pm

mind came today a Briliant club magazine

Post by **wibble_puppy** » Mon Mar 09, 2009 12:53 pm

It's the enthusiastic bad-language editor - good innit! There have been two meets at pubs recently which both had to happen at the cock a doodle diddley Inn

Post by **Cam** » Mon Mar 09, 2009 1:48 pm

StephenMorris wrote:'ere: where did 'a doodle diddley' come from? I never wrote that bit! Makes me sound like Ned Flanders!

Sorry Stephen, it's the profanity filter.

Post by **StephenMorris** » Mon Mar 09, 2009 2:33 pm

What a sheltered life I lead! Never thought I was being profane: and me an elder of the kirk too. Never heard of a profanity filter; perhaps I should get one fitted.<br>

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Post by **Cam** » Tue Mar 10, 2009 1:12 am

StephenMorris wrote:What a sheltered life I lead! Never thought I was being profane: and me an elder of the kirk too.

Just goes to show what happens when we move in unfamiliar circles!

and I thought an elder of the kirk was someting to do with science fiction conventions.

Post by **Judge** » Tue Mar 10, 2009 9:15 am

........ and don't forget Steve, if it get's past the filter, we're here

Post by **tonym911** » Tue Mar 10, 2009 10:50 am

I think we should all be very grateful for Minor Matters. Speaking from some experience, hrumph, I'd say it's a fine production by any standards. By club mag standards, it is brilliant. Well done Steve.

Post by **dougieboard** » Tue Mar 10, 2009 1:42 pm

I work in consumer magazines and reckon that last year's redesign moved the mag on leaps and bounds. It is vastly improved.

I have a lot of letters written to me by people who think my magazine is rubbish, only to find they have been subscribing for ten years and continue to do so. Sadly, harsh comments based on nothing in particular come with the territory...

Post by **Judge** » Tue Mar 10, 2009 2:21 pm

To be fair, if no-one had any personal likes and dislikes, and/or didn't air their views when appropriate. how are improvements to be made?

Post by **Cam** » Tue Mar 10, 2009 4:33 pm

bmcecosse wrote:Such excitement - over a rather boring magazine !

I'll tell you what looks exciting.

This:

I have always liked that picture and for one would love to read an article about your rally days (with some pictures of course).

How about it Roy? Would not take long to put an article together for the magazine?