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BOF's Big Bucket List Trip To Anglesey! *MNHQ editing title to say that there is some very sad news contained in this thread. Sending love to all*

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BitOfFun · 13/03/2021 23:19

AIBU to ask for some help planning this?

I've been on mumsnet almost forever, and it's my go-to place for wisdom, help and advice. I don't really have a long time alive, as my cancer treatment has stopped working, so I'm hoping that some of you can help me plan a trip to Anglesey, so that I've seen somewhere that isn't these four walls during my Liverpool Lockdown!

I don't want to go much further afield, as I would feel better being easily accessible to medical care if necessary. The plan is to hire a car with my husband, who'll drive, and stay a night or two in B&Bs, taking in some coastal views and sunsets.

I'd love to trawl antique shops.
I'd like to take the dog, if possible, though this isn't really essential.
Outdoors is good, but I'll have to use a wheelchair for more than short distances.
I like the idea of "hidden gems" in terms of places to visit (who doesn't?) but comfort is good too.
I'll wait for the weather to warm up a bit, so in a few weeks is fine (I hope!).

I don't want to annoy anybody, but I'd like to use this thread for a bit of support and encouragement, and keep bumping it for more ideas and suggestions.so I can make this trip as special as possible. As Anglesey isn't all that far from where I live, I could split the trip into a few parts.

So, can you help? AIBU?

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Firkinhavinalaugh · 12/05/2021 14:39

Oh

In some form or other, with some big gaps, I've been here since 2007 and I have no words.

BOF you will be missed x

TheReturnOfTheMaud · 12/05/2021 14:46

I'm another old timer who's seen BOF around MN so many times over the years. She wil be so missed.

TheReturnOfTheMaud · 12/05/2021 14:46

I'm another old timer who's seen BOF around MN so many times over the years. She wil be so missed.

HelenHywater · 12/05/2021 15:18

So sad to hear this. Have been around on MN for many many years (too many). She will be very missed. RIP. Flowers

SDTGisAnEvilWolefGenius · 12/05/2021 15:41

Such very sad news. Sending all my love to BOF’s friends and family. Sad

Camphillgirl · 12/05/2021 16:05

I am crying buckets for BOF although I never knew of her until today but all the lovely posters sweet remarks about her kindness and wisdom made me realise she was somebody special. RIP gentle lady.

BlackeyedSusan · 12/05/2021 16:34

so sorry. rest in peace. Flowers

BlackeyedSusan · 12/05/2021 16:42

so sorry. rest in peace. Flowers

BlackeyedSusan · 12/05/2021 16:42

so sorry. rest in peace. Flowers

BlackeyedSusan · 12/05/2021 16:42

so sorry. rest in peace. Flowers

chocatoo · 12/05/2021 16:54

Anglesey is a gorgeous place. I know you will love it. I like Moelfre (nice ice cream shop and lovely tea/lunch shop) and it is near LLygwy beach.

I also like the Anglesey salt place (next to the marine zoo) and there are lovely views over the Menai straight.

Beaumaris is great for a mooch around some qwirky shops and cafes and you can sit by the pier and again look over the Menai.

I hope you have a lovely time and all the very best in terms of your prognosis xo

chocatoo · 12/05/2021 16:55

oh no. Have just seen that my post was ill timed. Sincere condolences.

newnortherner111 · 12/05/2021 16:57

@VivaDixie very sad news though kind of you to let everyone know, and thank you MN for editing the title. May BoF rest in peace.

Saucery · 12/05/2021 16:59

Eh, she was one of the stars of this show. May her light burn brightly in the memories of those who loved her and knew her.

Subbaxeo · 12/05/2021 16:59

Never knew her but what a lovely person from reading the very moving posts..

Standrewsschool · 12/05/2021 17:19

So sad. I was only reading this thread this morning and, on the back of it, thinking I’d like to go to Anglesey.

Have we got any Anglesey mn-etters who could lay a wreath or gather to have a toast in her memory?

daisypond · 12/05/2021 17:51

So very sad. Thoughts to all her friends and family.

VivaDixie · 12/05/2021 17:55

@Standrewsschool

So sad. I was only reading this thread this morning and, on the back of it, thinking I’d like to go to Anglesey.

Have we got any Anglesey mn-etters who could lay a wreath or gather to have a toast in her memory?

@fightingirish had made plans on Anglesey with BOF. Maybe something to think about? x
ChazsBrilliantAttitude · 12/05/2021 17:57

Rest in Peace Flowers
My thoughts are with your family

VillaMia · 12/05/2021 17:58

I am so very sorry to hear of BOF's passing. She was an incredible woman, beautiful inside and out. I had the pleasure of meeting her just once, may years ago. She was one of the people you meet from online who didn't disappoint - just the opposite in fact. She also showed me incredible kindness, at my most desperate time.

Sending much love to her family and friends, and to all who will miss her.

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Florelei · 12/05/2021 18:00

RIP @BitOfFun

itsgettingwierd · 12/05/2021 18:01

BOF was just one of those people who naturally had the ability to make you laugh. She really was a bit of fun.

But alongside that so kind and wise but could also be firm when needed.

Thoughts with her family at this difficult time Thanks

LizzieSiddal · 12/05/2021 18:04

Oh I’m so very sad to read this. She was one of the best on MN. A truest lovely person with a heart of gold. Beautiful inside and out.Flowers
My heart goes out to her family and friends.x

WhatMattersMost · 12/05/2021 18:10

Oh, BoF, you seemed eternal and invincible on MN, and I like to believe that's what you are, still. Rest gently. Flowers

blackheartsgirl · 12/05/2021 18:11

I'm shocked.
Truly
I've been on mumnet since 2004 and BOF has been nothing but to me over years.
I've also just learnt that the fb group im in Lost in a good book is hers also.

Rip you lovely lady