Gert van der Winden, who compiled the 'Early Fab 40' listings from Machteld Meijer's hand-written notes, listened to other recordings from this period and provided additional information. This is marked with an asterisk (*) directly after the chart position. For all the mentions of the Fab 40 chart itself in those very early days, very few actual positions were quoted during the recordings we've heard, making even a limited reconstruction impossible now. We are making the assumption that there must have been some structure to the Fab 40, as there were occasional references to records being on their way up or down the chart, or their relative success. To give some specific examples, on 24th December 1964 on his evening show, Paul Kaye described 'Oh No, Not My Baby' by Maxine Brown as being "well into our charts", and 'Ain't It The Truth' by Mary Wells ( below, left) as being "high on the Fabulous 40", while 'The Jerk' by the Larks is introduced as "another one from the Fabulous 40". On the other hand, Paul was struggling with the format and his remarks may not have been intended to have been taken literally.

So what are the best 40th birthday wishes for the 40-year-old birthday boy or girl? Should you be sentimental? Inspirational? Funny? The type of 40th birthday wishes you choose to write should depend on three factors. Let your loved one know that they are fabulous at 40 with this wonderful 40th birthday gift! A 40th birthday is a milestone to be remembered, and this living rose is the ideal way to mark it. As it blooms year after year, the soft pink flowers and rich scent will always remind them of turning the big 4-0! Still thriving long after the bouquets have faded, this is the sustainable way to show your love! Say Happy 40th Birthday to friends and family with this living rose, a 40th birthday gift that can be treasured for a lifetime. About Fab @ 40 Rose May you have a birthday fit for a King! Because a brother so charming and handsome deserves it. Happy 40th birthday.”You can write about their special qualities, accomplishments, how you feel about their presence in your life, and any special memories ( previous birthday memories or others too) in a 40th birthday card. Some of the common side effects of this medicine are headache, diarrhea, nausea, and skin rash. You may experience a temporary increase in the gout symptoms (rapid onset of severe pain, warmth, and redness in the joint) when you first start taking the medicine. However, do not stop taking the medicine. Your doctor may suggest some painkillers and additional medicines to help reduce or prevent these symptoms. Tell your doctor right away if you get any symptoms of liver disease like persistent nausea, dark urine, or yellowing of the eyes or skin. Happy birthday and wishing you all the best on your 40th birthday. That’s a great milestone for a truly great human! If you love the magic of the night, include a lunar theme for this milestone birthday. Time your Over-the-Moon party for the night of the full moon closest to your birthday, and hold the event outdoors, if possible. Focus on white, silver, and other light colours that will reflect or glow in the moonlight.

For more information on the different types of roses we offer and therefore what may be most suitable for your garden, see our handy guide. How will my rose arrive? no complete playlist for the first few weeks of Radio London's life, although Alan has also complied a feature that we've called 'Fossilised Fab Forties', where he has painstakingly pieced together snippets of information regarding the early playlists. (See Features Index.) We still know little Wishing you the happiest of birthdays – I can’t wait to see what you do with the next 40 years, because if the last 40 have shown us anything, they’re going to be amazing.The 40th once was one of the most feared birthdays, but that has changed. It’s still the Big 4-0, but it also has been embraced as the New 30 – an approach that can inspire fabulous 40th birthday party ideas.