Messymascot's faith in humanity and ginger safe haven

[Gwladysover]

May be the underwear was originally orange then.

You’ll set Fred off. lol

 

[Gwladysover]

Morning all, well the rain we were promised didn’t materialise. Hopefully we will get some later, our lawn is making an interesting crunching sound when you walk on it. Off on a boat trip this morning on the river Welland in a part of the world that @Methuselah will recognise so I hope he will be reading this. Son and his family have hired a boat and have invited us along. Mr G thinks it is the in hope that the grandkids will see Grandad fall in the riverlol. Have a great day all.See you later.?

 

[Barnfred 55]

Because you are a man of principle you said how you feel and stuck to your guns even in the opposition of many conflicting voices - that is so admirable but , I think it was your assertion that he will play 20 matches this season that most disagreed with.

I think if you took a straw poll of Evertonians most would say that he is one the best 2 defenders at the club. However his injury record is so bad that he just cannot be relied upon and therefore any notion that when fit he should play is rejected on the basis that defenders need to build an understanding and that is impossible in his case.

Yeah. It was red rag to a bull by that stage mate. But nevertheless I do think Frank is pragmatic and, whilst he's here, will put him in the squad if fit and use him at some stage. 20 games is not excessive. He played in 14 last season in what was a an injury ridden season as I'm sure you'll agree. He's averaged just under 25 games a season in the 4 years he's been here. When he's fit he'll get game time due to his quality, natural rotation and injury and form of other defenders. Playing fewer minutes may even help keep him fit.

I can't argue with calls of injury prone, made of glass and even unreliable. But I draw the line when people call him a fraud and question his commitment, character and even his integrity. Call him a waste of money, a money grabber and say he shouldn't play for us ever again. Even compare him to the likes of Gomes and Gbamin?

There's another way to view this. Maybe his injuries are down to him putting his body on the line when he plays. Maybe his repeat injuries are down to the club rushing him back too soon because we rely on him so much. And maybe, just maybe, all these injuries are having a psychological toll on him. He clearly loves playing football, you'd have to be blind not to see that, and being injured all the time must me hurting inside. The last thing he needs, or indeed deserves, is his own fans turning against him.

Sorry. Rant over. I'm passionate about this as you can see. But I've always been the same. Whether it's defending our young players in here, or Jordan Pickford when he had his dicey 6 months under Carlo, or even Leon Osman back in the day who took some terrible stick in here.

Anyway, we'll leave it there. I'm giving the Everton forum a wide berth for a while apart from checking up on the transfer latest over the next couple of weeks. Let's hope we get the players in that we still need.

 

[blue1948]

Yeah. It was red rag to a bull by that stage mate. But nevertheless I do think Frank is pragmatic and, whilst he's here, will put him in the squad if fit and use him at some stage. 20 games is not excessive. He played in 14 last season in what was a an injury ridden season as I'm sure you'll agree. He's averaged just under 25 games a season in the 4 years he's been here. When he's fit he'll get game time due to his quality, natural rotation and injury and form of other defenders. Playing fewer minutes may even help keep him fit.

I can't argue with calls of injury prone, made of glass and even unreliable. But I draw the line when people call him a fraud and question his commitment, character and even his integrity. Call him a waste of money, a money grabber and say he shouldn't play for us ever again. Even compare him to the likes of Gomes and Gbamin?

There's another way to view this. Maybe his injuries are down to him putting his body on the line when he plays. Maybe his repeat injuries are down to the club rushing him back too soon because we rely on him so much. And maybe, just maybe, all these injuries are having a psychological toll on him. He clearly loves playing football, you'd have to be blind not to see that, and being injured all the time must me hurting inside. The last thing he needs, or indeed deserves, is his own fans turning against him.

Sorry. Rant over. I'm passionate about this as you can see. But I've always been the same. Whether it's defending our young players in here, or Jordan Pickford when he had his dicey 6 months under Carlo, or even Leon Osman back in the day who took some terrible stick in here.

Anyway, we'll leave it there. I'm giving the Everton forum a wide berth for a while apart from checking up on the transfer latest over the next couple of weeks. Let's hope we get the players in that we still need.

Well said Fred ,I agree but I also think it would be foolish to renew his contract . I do think our reliance on him will not be so much when the ones we have bed in .
I think Holgate gets too much stick and is playing better than some think.

 

[Barnfred 55]

Well said Fred ,I agree but I also think it would be foolish to renew his contract . I do think our reliance on him will not be so much when the ones we have bed in .
I think Holgate gets too much stick and is playing better than some think.

Oh I agree Blue. Even if we sold him this window, I'd have been sad but I couldn't have argued with the decision.

 

[Barnfred 55]

You’ll set Fred off. lol

Easily done in fairness ?

 

[larbert toffee]

Happy Monday friends.

Have I told you how busy I’ve been with work? lol Today was no different, ever since I’ve been informing the Latinx community that I can assist them with the enrollment process, they’ve been continuously visiting me asking for help. And since classes begin next Monday then everybody is trying to finish their applications, which means it is madness. But it really makes me happy that I can assist this community that gets so overwhelmed and intimidated by the enrollment process that at times they just give up out of frustration. It also makes me happy that im finally getting some recognition for my work. It just makes me sad for my old department because it is such a crucial part of the College but the people who work there receive very little recognition or credit for their work. I work in that department for almost four years doing as important work as I do right now and I was a ghost to administrators until I moved to admissions. My new role is of course much more visible than the one before and now they have really noticed my work. The VP of the school sent the shout out below and it felt great. Although it would have felt even better if I had gotten a cash bonus along with it.

Btw, for those who don’t know my full name. It is Sandra Liliana aka Sassy lol

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We all knew you'd rock your new job and you're doing it and then some.
Sandra Liliana is a beautiful name but you'll always be 'our Sassy'

 

[larbert toffee]

Tomorrow off for my first visit this year to the Edinburgh fringe with 3 old workmates which has been a regular outing for about the last 10years barring covid.
We've ooked to see Stewart Lee and also the fast fringe show which is a staple watch for us.
Unfortunately one of the guys is testing positive but taking a test in the morning, really hope he's all clear as there are 4 of us and it wouldn't be quite the same without him even though he supports the devil's club.?

 

[Sassy Colombian]

That's fantastic. You have certainly made an impression. Well done x

Congrats. Sass. Lovely that your hard work has been recognised.

We all knew you'd rock your new job and you're doing it and then some.
Sandra Liliana is a beautiful name but you'll always be 'our Sassy'

Fantastic! I am so pleased that you are enjoying your new role. I always thought you would and moreover that you were perfect for the position.

You all, my friends here on this thread, are also responsible for me pursuing this job when I was having doubts about it. Your support and encouragement has been part of my success in this new position. Xxx

 

[Sassy Colombian]

Tomorrow off for my first visit this year to the Edinburgh fringe with 3 old workmates which has been a regular outing for about the last 10years barring covid.
We've ooked to see Stewart Lee and also the fast fringe show which is a staple watch for us.
Unfortunately one of the guys is testing positive but taking a test in the morning, really hope he's all clear as there are 4 of us and it wouldn't be quite the same without him even though he supports the devil's club.?

Have a great time visiting with your mates, LT and may the devil help your mate with Covid since he is already supporting his club ?

 

[Sassy Colombian]

Just use mine for reheating quickly, only thing I cook in one is scrambled eggs in a glass jug I've had for years purely for the simplicity.

Sometimes I do wish I have one for that reason, especially when you have a kid it would make things simpler but I’m still an not convinced about a scramble in a glass jug ?

It's the only way I know how to make scrambled eggs?

Apart from that I only use mine to reheat meals.

Hahaha, I guess when I visit you then I’m giving you a scrambled on the stove lesson ?

 

[Sassy Colombian]

"Looking forward to checking out your DJ set out." @sassy this is a respectable place .

 

[Sassy Colombian]

Morning lovelies!

I’m getting too entertained here already but need to head to the gym before it gets too late. Lots of thunderstorms coming our way this week so hoping the same for all you who need water. Talking about needs, we still in dire need of getting a striker soon, I really hope our Board makes it happen or it is on them not Frank if we don’t do well this season. But I’m still hopeful we’ll make it happen, although it makes me sad thinking that to do so we have to sell Gordon.

Have a fabulous Tuesday! Xxx

 

[larbert toffee]

Sometimes I do wish I have one for that reason, especially when you have a kid it would make things simpler but I’m still an not convinced about a scramble in a glass jug ?

Hahaha, I guess when I visit you then I’m giving you a scrambled on the stove lesson ?

Been doing it for years, perfect every time.

 

[Armaghtoffee]

Happy Monday friends.

Have I told you how busy I’ve been with work? lol Today was no different, ever since I’ve been informing the Latinx community that I can assist them with the enrollment process, they’ve been continuously visiting me asking for help. And since classes begin next Monday then everybody is trying to finish their applications, which means it is madness. But it really makes me happy that I can assist this community that gets so overwhelmed and intimidated by the enrollment process that at times they just give up out of frustration. It also makes me happy that im finally getting some recognition for my work. It just makes me sad for my old department because it is such a crucial part of the College but the people who work there receive very little recognition or credit for their work. I work in that department for almost four years doing as important work as I do right now and I was a ghost to administrators until I moved to admissions. My new role is of course much more visible than the one before and now they have really noticed my work. The VP of the school sent the shout out below and it felt great. Although it would have felt even better if I had gotten a cash bonus along with it.

Btw, for those who don’t know my full name. It is Sandra Liliana aka Sassy lol

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Well done Sassy!

Great to have your work recognised.