Graeme_Storey Posted December 19, 2010 Report Share Posted December 19, 2010 Just wanted to say a quick THANK YOU to all the folk who have braved the weather, and still do each day, to keep our services running as smoothly as possible. In no particular order, and hoping others add to the list, here are some of the folk who deserve special mention:- The gritter drivers, and their support crews. The posties for making that extra effort, and working extra days, to clear the backlog and fight the elements. The electricians and people out in the very worst of the winter keeping us all in power as much as possible. The ferry crews and the airport staff who must be up to their eyes trying to keep folk moving at this very busy time of year. The fire brigade and the police for having to deal with some nasty accidents and situations. It is VERY much appreciated, and we may not always say it, but we value your help and work a great deal! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keedle Posted December 19, 2010 Report Share Posted December 19, 2010 A massive thank you to the cooncil mechanics who keep the gritters on da rod .Sometimes having to go out in blizzard conditions before the gritters has been , to get them going when they have broken down .THANK YOU Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Far Haaf Posted December 19, 2010 Report Share Posted December 19, 2010 ^^Well said Graeme. I'd like to add to the list, the Home Helpers who are so important to the welfare of elderly and disabled folk, especially at this time of year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest posiedon Posted December 19, 2010 Report Share Posted December 19, 2010 Also the health centre and hospital staff and of course the veterinaries. As well as those listed above, thank you all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Far Haaf Posted December 19, 2010 Report Share Posted December 19, 2010 And I suppose it would be unfair to forget Shetlink, Shetland News, Radio Shetland, and all the other Shetland communication services who keep folk up to date with what's happening. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stilldellin Posted December 19, 2010 Report Share Posted December 19, 2010 Good stuff Graham, I wid add da bus drivers tae dat list. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graeme_Storey Posted December 19, 2010 Author Report Share Posted December 19, 2010 I forgot the ambulance crews too - sorry lads and lassies!! I see you heading up the hill, out of town, in some terrible weather too - we all depend on you when we are at our most vulnerable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
owre-weel Posted December 20, 2010 Report Share Posted December 20, 2010 A big thank you to all the above plus I would like to add the couriers who have been out in thier vans on days that I wouldnt dare drive, helping to ensure Chrismas presents reach us in time, where possible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
man of kent Posted December 20, 2010 Report Share Posted December 20, 2010 Thanks to all of the above but also surely a big thank you to the Lerwick and Aith Lifeboat Crews not just because of a bit of snow but because they risk their lives all year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crofter-amy Posted December 20, 2010 Report Share Posted December 20, 2010 Thanks to the Direct Flight crew at Tingwall for trying to keep a service going and fielding a huge amount of calls with good humour Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heimdal Posted December 20, 2010 Report Share Posted December 20, 2010 I'll add the boys on da essy kerts for taking the bruck away and the oil tanker boys for keeping the heating oil flowing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GypsyScy Posted December 22, 2010 Report Share Posted December 22, 2010 I want to say thank you to the binman who goes to the trouble of coming in to wir garden and taking out the wheelie bins that I forgot in my rush to the town today! Very much appreciated!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tammienorrie Posted December 22, 2010 Report Share Posted December 22, 2010 Anidder een tae add - Thanks tae aa da shop workers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shetlandpeat Posted December 23, 2010 Report Share Posted December 23, 2010 I would like to thank the folk of Lerwick for looking out for my Dad as he wandered the streets. He is safely housed in a care home now and can have his last few years with a bit of dignity.Alzheimer's is an unforgiving illness and without the support of those around you life can be a mass of confusion. I would like to thank those folk who my Dad helped "tidy up" in particular Ian and Lydia.For those who have noticed he is not around he is happy, settled and safe. He is in excellent hands and my thanks should also go to those in Social Care who looked after him, looked out for him and now care for him at Viewforth.It has been an odd year for us all.Please, look after your folk, treat them with kindness and give them the lift they may need.And in this weather, check on the folk who may need a little help in your street. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mogling Posted December 23, 2010 Report Share Posted December 23, 2010 An extra Thank You to the Posties struggling along with frozen feet and fingers, trying to get a hold of things as thin as cards when there's no feeling left in your hands is not easy, or pleasant! Also, a thank you to the Undertakers and Gravediggers, Ministers & Kirk Officers who have to cope outside during sad occasions too. A big hand for all the crofters, farmers and all the folk who struggle out to look after animals, whether it's hens, sheep, kye, or folk who work in the Cattery / Kennels. Much appreciation for the the Dairymen, Milk Tanker drivers & Milk deliverers too- keeping us supplied with the lovely Shetland Milk! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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