The worst post I have ever had to make.

[Alan]

OK!

Firstly, let me apologise most sincerely to you all for the 'wording' of the post. I was in shock at the news I received and that, added to almost a bottle of brandy, made my cerebal meanderings somewhat 'sensational.'

Secondly, the responses, good wishes, concerns and EVEN Keith's Pythonesque witticisms have REALLY touched my heart and I (including Hanna) would like to express heartfelt gratitude for that!

Finally, down to it!

When I left the UK I had to sell my small business -

www.alan-kip-didcot.co.uk

- in order to pay a few debts and, of course, to finance my year over here and also to get my bank balance to a healthy state so that I could bring Hanna over to the UK with me.

I sold my business to a teacher who worked for me - he was manager of the Centre in fact - a highly qualified and likeable person with a personable manner. I trusted him wholly.

He did not have enough money to pay for the business outright and so we agreed on a monthly payment basis. All went well until I did not receive April's payment. You think that you know where this is going - but I bet you're wrong!)

I 'phoned him several times - to no avail. A few days ago I 'phoned my centre - number disconnected. Worried!!! I then phoned the Director of UK operations who said that he had been trying to contact me for weeks but didn't have my Phils. number or new email address.

Then he told me -

The teacher to whom I sold my business is in prison - for the worst crime imaginable(school - little children - you know where I'm going here?)

So, the upshot is - I now have no income - no business - the police, of course, instructed that the business be closed - no prospect of getting Hanna to the UK - not even a chance of flying back to the UK - because it costs money!!

There were two reasons for me holding off on this explanation to you all. Firstly, as I mentioned before, the shock of what has occurred - but secondly, and I think, more importantly, when one mentions personal problems that involve finance - it all becomes acutely embarrassing!!

I am actually doing some private tuition over here but, this is the Phils. and would probably take me a thousand years to earn a thousand quid.

So, that's it guys. Oh, and the reason I said that it would probably be my last posting is because (irrationally) I thought that I would no longer be able to afford internet connection.

BTW - if anyone is interested in my chopper - it's now for sale! How's that for an offer?

God bless you all.

Al.

[Sangoma]

Sorry to hear it, a very difficult situation.

Was this in Oxford?

You need to contact a solicitor, but I imagine that is impossible too.

Talk about a ston3 and a hard place!

I hope things look better as you discover more

[Mrs.JMajor]

chopper ? how much ?

[KeithD]

chopper ? how much ?

He charges by the inch, so it won't cost that much

[IainBusby]

I'm very sorry to hear that Alan, I suppose now you will have to come back to the UK in the near future to try to sort things out. Bad luck mate!
Iain.

[Mrs.JMajor]

He charges by the inch, so it won't cost that much

I'm sorry i didn't realize that chopper in English guys have different meaning ...I thought it was chopper flying on the sky

[Sangoma]

I'm sorry i didn't realize that chopper in English guys have different meaning ...I thought it was chopper flying on the sky

Or a bike, with or without motor

[Mrs.JMajor]

Or a bike, with or without motor

huh !!

He charges by the inch, so it won't cost that much

Was thinking whats this then by inch

[KeithD]

Al likes to sit on his own chopper

[kimmi]

OK!

Firstly, let me apologise most sincerely to you all for the 'wording' of the post. I was in shock at the news I received and that, added to almost a bottle of brandy, made my cerebal meanderings somewhat 'sensational.'

Secondly, the responses, good wishes, concerns and EVEN Keith's Pythonesque witticisms have REALLY touched my heart and I (including Hanna) would like to express heartfelt gratitude for that!

Finally, down to it!

When I left the UK I had to sell my small business -

www.alan-kip-didcot.co.uk

- in order to pay a few debts and, of course, to finance my year over here and also to get my bank balance to a healthy state so that I could bring Hanna over to the UK with me.

I sold my business to a teacher who worked for me - he was manager of the Centre in fact - a highly qualified and likeable person with a personable manner. I trusted him wholly.

He did not have enough money to pay for the business outright and so we agreed on a monthly payment basis. All went well until I did not receive April's payment. You think that you know where this is going - but I bet you're wrong!)

I 'phoned him several times - to no avail. A few days ago I 'phoned my centre - number disconnected. Worried!!! I then phoned the Director of UK operations who said that he had been trying to contact me for weeks but didn't have my Phils. number or new email address.

Then he told me -

The teacher to whom I sold my business is in prison - for the worst crime imaginable(school - little children - you know where I'm going here?)

So, the upshot is - I now have no income - no business - the police, of course, instructed that the business be closed - no prospect of getting Hanna to the UK - not even a chance of flying back to the UK - because it costs money!!

There were two reasons for me holding off on this explanation to you all. Firstly, as I mentioned before, the shock of what has occurred - but secondly, and I think, more importantly, when one mentions personal problems that involve finance - it all becomes acutely embarrassing!!

I am actually doing some private tuition over here but, this is the Phils. and would probably take me a thousand years to earn a thousand quid.

So, that's it guys. Oh, and the reason I said that it would probably be my last posting is because (irrationally) I thought that I would no longer be able to afford internet connection.

BTW - if anyone is interested in my chopper - it's now for sale! How's that for an offer?

God bless you all.

Al.

sorry to hear about ur situation Prof Al..I hope and pray that everything will be alright soon..btw,pls tell Hannah I am also walking 3miles now everyday....

[KeithD]

.....tell Hannah I am also walking 3miles now everyday....

Yes but you are supposed to go 1.5 miles out...then 1.5 miles back to the house.....not just keep going 3 miles .......women!!!

[kimmi]

Yes but you are supposed to go 1.5 miles out...then 1.5 miles back to the house.....not just keep going 3 miles .......women!!!

[Sangoma]

Yes but you are supposed to go 1.5 miles out...then 1.5 miles back to the house.....not just keep going 3 miles .......women!!!

It's normal for a women to set out say to her friends house 3 miles away, and after 2 miles decide she can't make it, so turns round and walks home. (I'm ducking!!!)

[andy17]

Hi Alan,
So sorry to hear about your difficulties but really happy to hear you and Hannah are in good health. I know things will work out for you both - you have so many good messages of support, lots of "family" contacts on the forum, something is bound to turn up! Keep the faith!!
As for me, I've been travelling a lot recently (currently in China for 3 weeks) and I haven't had much chances to log on and read/contribute to the forum. I know Lavander has really enjoyed reading your witty posts and, as everyone, we will miss your banter if you couldn't keep your internet connection!
Lavander and I have been keeping in touch via SMS and e-mails but travel and the jobs have kinda got in the way of things for both of us... next stop for Lavander is India!
Take care you two, I'll be praying for you both!

On a side note... I may have missed this but, if anyone is thinking of a "support fund" to help Alan and Hannah, I would be more than willing to chip in.

Best Regards everyone.
Andy

[bornatbirth]

my gf started walking 10 miles a day at the end of the week she was 70 miles away,lol

[Piamed]

Sorry to hear your news Al. I pray things improve for both you and Hannah very soon! God bless you both.

[Sim11UK]

Alan, I'm really sorry, to hear your news...Just hope you can pick up the pieces.

[LEAHnew]

Sorry to hear the news Prof
If only your my neighbor, I let u come in here in my shop and use computer for free, just to stay on the forum
We'll miss you Prof
My prayers to you and Hanna.

[jencha8569]

sorry to hear ur situation Al.
im glad to know though that u and hanna are ok.
hope all will be well on ur side..
God Bless

[PAT]

ALAN,,It was very sad reading your news ,,we hope and pray that better times are just around the corner and we would be delighted to hear of any improvement there , for hannah and yourself
best wishes

[gemini63]

im very sorry to hear ur situation al...i feel so sad while reading.thinking ur situation there in ph..in foreign country to you..bt i think ur used to that place already that makes u just ok while there with wifey.hoping u can get out of that current situation of urs now..Its just a matter of HOPE and COURAGE.

[telford]

Iain, I wish it was a tease - but it's not.

When I can find the right words, I shall post.

Once again, I apologise to all for my 'mystery.'

One thing I can say at this stage is that Hanna and I are both ok.

Al.

thanks God your both ok!!!

[gingxrick]

Hi Alan / Hanna,
Hey Alan whats going on over there with you mate, Have just read your mails, I think you still have my email address so try to email me mate.

I have a few contacts in Cebu also one who is here in UK at the moment and will be returning to Cebu soon.

hope to hear from you soon. take care mate and give hanna our regards. Ricky and Ging

[sweet_cookie08]

so sorry to hear about your news Prof. Alan.

you and Hanna will now be in my prayers. Just hold on and never give up. Everything will be alright.

[Peanutz]

Reading your post made me sad Prof Alan. It is like a dream which is already at your reach and unexpected event is pulling it slowly away from you...
What is the next move? Any plan B?
I hope things will sort out for you, if I can be of any help please do not hesitate to give me a shout...

[friend]

Al

I'm more sorry than I can say to hear of your situation. I don't post here often because I'm only here because of my friend and have no first hand knowledge of the Philippines but I read every day and your posts have always been a delight.

I can only imagine how battered and bruised you feel, after such a dreadful shock. The only advice I can offer is, in the immortal words of Corporal Jones, "Don't panic!" and accept every offer of help that comes your way. Never put your hopes in a strait-jacket, and recognise a God-send when it comes.

None of this is your fault, Al and you're not facing it alone. You and Hanna will get through this.
God bless

Friend

[flomike]

i am not one of your many friends here in the forum but knowing that you and hanna are both well and okay that's a big relief with all your friends here

hope you get over it...good luck

[pennybarry]

Hoping again for your comeback !!!

[Pepe n Pilar]

Sorry to hear that Prof Allan. I'm an avid fan of your posts in here and always find it entertaining in so many ways. I hope you and Hanna will get through with this ok very soon. Whatever opportunities that may come your way don't hesitate to give it a try just make sure you're dealing with the right persons. If you're just in Manila i can refer you to some of my friends/relatives who has their own businesses..... Best of luck.

[Sconnie]

Alan,
Shocked and deply upset by this, I hope we in the Forum can help you both.

I would also be willing to help if a support fund is set, if Alan is ok with it, is anyone willing to kick this off and manage the fund ?