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All the best wish to Gaz and Mark

Discussion in 'General Gardening Discussion' started by sal73, Jul 24, 2013.

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  1. sal73

    sal73 Total Gardener

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      Thank you for posting this, Sal. I wouldn't have known otherwise.

      What a shocker and, yes, wishing them both best wishes, least heartache and a full "recovery".

      Best of British to Mark & Gaz.
       
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      • HarryS

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        That is awful news. Gaz must be absolutely gutted , all that work gone in a moment. Hope they can rally enough spirit to rebuild it.
         
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        • JWK

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          Oh that is soul destroying, I was only reading their blog last week and enjoying looking at their super garden. Sounds like they are taking it their stride - good luck in the rebuild Mark & Tropical_Gaz
           
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            OMG :sad:

            All the best from all at GC
             
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              What terrible news - I am so sorry.
               
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                What a disaster! Mrs Shiney and I wish you all the best.
                 
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                  That's absolutely terrible. :sad:
                  Wishing you all the best with the eventual renovation.
                   
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                    Thanks everyone for their kind words and thoughts.

                    After the initial shock we are trying to stay positive and be optimistic for the future. We have the insurance people coming round on Monday to go through everything, but one thing is for certain we will rebuild and replant!

                    I'll keep you all informed of what happens next
                     
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                      How absolutely devastating guys.

                      You are strong characters and WILL come through this.
                      Remember from everything bad comes something good...............
                      Our thoughts and good wishes are with you.
                       
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                      • Marley Farley

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                        Omg how dreadful for you. You poor things.. All your wonderful work!!!! I know you will bring it back from ruin as you are both so full of ideas. GOOD LUCK with it all. ........
                         
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                          Sometimes insurance companies are very good and other times they can be very awkward. don't let them get to you and just keep insisting on full payment. It should be for replacement and not just initial cost.
                           
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                            I know how hard you guys have worked over the years to create your tropical paradise ... this must be heart breaking for you both. My thoughts are with you Gaz and Mark. xx
                             
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                              Terrible news.
                              Pleased to hear that you are going to clean up and carry on.

                              In that bad winter of 2010 I lost loads of my "tropical plants" (tree ferns, palms etc) and I didn't go near my garden for over a year after that. Was totally gutted and didn't want to get out there.
                               
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                                so sorry to hear your news guys, it brought tears to my eyes looking through the before and after photos. I'm sure you will restore it to it's former glory and it will be even more precious to you both xx
                                 
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