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[Gwladysover]

Morning all, half term and it’s been an up and down week so far. Dog sitting on Monday so son could take grandkids 1 & 2 to London whilst their Mum visited her Mum in hospital. Took grandkids 3 & 4 over to Stamford on Tuesday as they were “desperate” to go somewhere on the bus. Visited my friend yesterday morning, then had to take delivery of hospital bed at DiL Mum’s to enable her to spend her last days at home. Stayed with Grandkids until their Dad came home from work at nine. Just waiting now to see if we are needed today so will be pottering round in case we are. I have been locked out of my Posh rewards account due to “unusual activity” so may take the opportunity to spend the morning on the phone trying to sort it out.
Have a good day, all.

 

[blueloon]

This was another on Prime I can defo recommend to you mate.

Not quite the same but the best film / documentary I’ve seen is The Band’s “ The Last Waltz” directed by Scorsese . A wonderful film of their last concert, their mates and their memories. I used to have a DVD of it somewhere, one to dig out again and watch again.

 

[davek]

Not quite the same but the best film / documentary I’ve seen is The Band’s “ The Last Waltz” directed by Scorsese . A wonderful film of their last concert, their mates and their memories. I used to have a DVD of it somewhere, one to dig out again and watch again.

Seen that few times. Brilliant. What a story.

The Band were full of musical geniuses.

 

[blue1948]

A belated good morning all ,I hope all are well and had a good night and that @Val P has recovered a bit .Well the world turned upside down here for us , Lidl didn't open until 11pm because of transport strikes and lack of supplies .So we went to the next one to find no problems at all ! Have a great day all COYB

 

[Armaghtoffee]

Morning all on this rainy day here. I’ve finally calmed down after Monday but still keep having a look at the photos. I’ve also managed to pick up a cold from somewhere so am sneezing and coughing and generally feeling sorry for myself. I don’t usually let these things stop me but this has wiped me out. So another day of not doing much so I’m fit for Saturday. A few weeks ago I would have just not gone but now I would have genuine FOMO if I didn’t . Also since Monday I have been thinking about leaving Goodison which up until now has not troubled me, but I have found myself feeling very emotional at the thought of it.
I hope everyone is well this morning and that you all have a great Thursday

what is it making you emotional about leaving Val? As a regular visitor to the ground, the loss of your routine is bound to sting but that is something you can soon replicate I suppose. The reason why I am asking is that I know I will be very emotional myself but not entirely sure why? I think it will be a life flashing in front of me moment, memories of all my visits flooding back in an instant. I vividly remember walking into my first game like it was yesterday, 24 years gone just like that.

 

[Armaghtoffee]

Morning all, half term and it’s been an up and down week so far. Dog sitting on Monday so son could take grandkids 1 & 2 to London whilst their Mum visited her Mum in hospital. Took grandkids 3 & 4 over to Stamford on Tuesday as they were “desperate” to go somewhere on the bus. Visited my friend yesterday morning, then had to take delivery of hospital bed at DiL Mum’s to enable her to spend her last days at home. Stayed with Grandkids until their Dad came home from work at nine. Just waiting now to see if we are needed today so will be pottering round in case we are. I have been locked out of my Posh rewards account due to “unusual activity” so may take the opportunity to spend the morning on the phone trying to sort it out.
Have a good day, all.

Hopefully no one gained access to your Posh rewards account as that sounds like incorrect password attempts and/or attempted access from a new country.

 

[Armaghtoffee]

A belated good morning all ,I hope all are well and had a good night and that @Val P has recovered a bit .Well the world turned upside down here for us , Lidl didn't open until 11pm because of transport strikes and lack of supplies .So we went to the next one to find no problems at all ! Have a great day all COYB

Lidl does the best in-house bakery goods of all the supermarkets. They as a company have a good foothold in Ireland now and also are lead sponsors of Ladies Gaelic football. I do like it when a big company like that makes a genuine effort to engage with the community.

 

[Val P]

Hope you are feeling better soon.

Thank you - I closed my eyes for 10 minutes at 11 o clock and here I am just woke up. Missing grandma cuddles too

 

[Val P]

Morning all, half term and it’s been an up and down week so far. Dog sitting on Monday so son could take grandkids 1 & 2 to London whilst their Mum visited her Mum in hospital. Took grandkids 3 & 4 over to Stamford on Tuesday as they were “desperate” to go somewhere on the bus. Visited my friend yesterday morning, then had to take delivery of hospital bed at DiL Mum’s to enable her to spend her last days at home. Stayed with Grandkids until their Dad came home from work at nine. Just waiting now to see if we are needed today so will be pottering round in case we are. I have been locked out of my Posh rewards account due to “unusual activity” so may take the opportunity to spend the morning on the phone trying to sort it out.
Have a good day, all.

It must be a difficult time for your D-i-l and family, so sad

 

[Val P]

what is it making you emotional about leaving Val? As a regular visitor to the ground, the loss of your routine is bound to sting but that is something you can soon replicate I suppose. The reason why I am asking is that I know I will be very emotional myself but not entirely sure why? I think it will be a life flashing in front of me moment, memories of all my visits flooding back in an instant. I vividly remember walking into my first game like it was yesterday, 24 years gone just like that.

Like you I’m not sure at all. I get that my husband will be, as he has memories of his dad and grandad that go back 60 odd years, so I feel emotional for him and I know he’ll be a wreck at the last game there. I think seeing the new stadium has given some perspective- the excitement at what will be has made me reflect on what we have. All the press and social media coverage is reinforcing the “losing of the grand old lady “ angle, and I am touched by the fondness that most football people have for Goodison as one of the few proper old grounds - especially as we are not used to good press at Everton. It makes me think about it in a way I haven’t, having taken it for granted I guess.
I think it’s also a life stage thing as well for me - being half way through my sixties, becoming a grandma, losing friends, health issues etc, makes you think about the inevitability of change and progress, which sounds a bit maudlin I know.
I think the last game will be so emotional, I am tearing up thinking about it. Will you make another game before we move?

 

[Val P]

Lidl does the best in-house bakery goods of all the supermarkets. They as a company have a good foothold in Ireland now and also are lead sponsors of Ladies Gaelic football. I do like it when a big company like that makes a genuine effort to engage with the community.

I’m a big fan of Lidl and their bakery too. Greek week is also a highlight especially when they have Assyrtiko wine, and who can resist a mooch down the middle aisle.

 

[Armaghtoffee]

Like you I’m not sure at all. I get that my husband will be, as he has memories of his dad and grandad that go back 60 odd years, so I feel emotional for him and I know he’ll be a wreck at the last game there. I think seeing the new stadium has given some perspective- the excitement at what will be has made me reflect on what we have. All the press and social media coverage is reinforcing the “losing of the grand old lady “ angle, and I am touched by the fondness that most football people have for Goodison as one of the few proper old grounds - especially as we are not used to good press at Everton. It makes me think about it in a way I haven’t, having taken it for granted I guess.
I think it’s also a life stage thing as well for me - being half way through my sixties, becoming a grandma, losing friends, health issues etc, makes you think about the inevitability of change and progress, which sounds a bit maudlin I know.
I think the last game will be so emotional, I am tearing up thinking about it. Will you make another game before we move?

I can’t see me getting back over but I have been lucky to be there many times. My own kids have been there many times as well and that may well be what upsets me- reflection on the inevitable passing of time. It will hopefully be more of a proud moment though, a little tear up of gratitude that we got to witness Goodison on a match day.

 

[Armaghtoffee]

I’m a big fan of Lidl and their bakery too. Greek week is also a highlight especially when they have Assyrtiko wine, and who can resist a mooch down the middle aisle.

The middle aisle is a thing of wonder and I am tempted every time by something I didn’t even know I needed

 

[peteblue]

Morning all on this rainy day here. I’ve finally calmed down after Monday but still keep having a look at the photos. I’ve also managed to pick up a cold from somewhere so am sneezing and coughing and generally feeling sorry for myself. I don’t usually let these things stop me but this has wiped me out. So another day of not doing much so I’m fit for Saturday. A few weeks ago I would have just not gone but now I would have genuine FOMO if I didn’t . Also since Monday I have been thinking about leaving Goodison which up until now has not troubled me, but I have found myself feeling very emotional at the thought of it.
I hope everyone is well this morning and that you all have a great Thursday

I’ve been going there for over 60 years, as my father and grandfather did and while I’ve many fond memories (winning 4 titles) GP is no longer fit for purpose and BMD is where, for many younger supporters, new experiences will be felt. Probably just me but I find that I can only get emotional about people, and not ‘things or objects’ which can be replaced as with GP and BMD. Each to their own I suppose…….

 

[peteblue]

Morning all, half term and it’s been an up and down week so far. Dog sitting on Monday so son could take grandkids 1 & 2 to London whilst their Mum visited her Mum in hospital. Took grandkids 3 & 4 over to Stamford on Tuesday as they were “desperate” to go somewhere on the bus. Visited my friend yesterday morning, then had to take delivery of hospital bed at DiL Mum’s to enable her to spend her last days at home. Stayed with Grandkids until their Dad came home from work at nine. Just waiting now to see if we are needed today so will be pottering round in case we are. I have been locked out of my Posh rewards account due to “unusual activity” so may take the opportunity to spend the morning on the phone trying to sort it out.
Have a good day, all.

Whenever you write about your grandkids I get this mental picture of children wearing a number 1 to 4……..