Bitter but optimistic

dc has the "bluerinser" franchise Fl ogger! I'm not entirely without ethics!

How the hell do you expect to play "This little piggy went to market .."?

I don't think the issues of being "young men" and skin folds etc are mutually exclusive Curry. Players can and do have a break over Christmas (beer snakes come to mind) but within that context there is also a measure of fitness to maintain. They are given a break to do one but paid to do the other.

Thank you for your enquiry Jesus. Either option is possible. Though Your favourite Uncle Bitter is now a confirmed do gooder I do have to make an honest living. If you want me to supply a "wife" there will be an increase on my professional rates. However, if you are a bit cash strapped ATM and, if you don't mind a lot of tatts and few teeth, I can do a reasonable deal.

Players get paid a shitload and I cannot see any excuse (injury excepted) for not meeting the targets they were set for the off season. If this is indeed the case ,it is extremely disappointing and does not bode well for the culture we supporters are told is being built.

I like a nice smooth ripe fig.

Little matter to me dc - my preference in most matters is non natural.

Well even I'm surprised that the first customer for my marriage counselling business would be Jesus!

Perish the thought if Uncle Bitter unveiled his marrow!

"Gold, pure gold." "Love it." And you call prosecutions of infantile behaviour and being excited as "over egging the pudding" ? Your football acumen matches your vapid commentary. A Ben Hur comment if ever I've heard one.

Now I know my mate Stu wont take this the wrong way but I'm guessing you mean funny strange rather than funny hilarious Pro.

Nice memory refresher of the year that was, thanks Jack. I was at that first GWS game in Canberra and my view of the team remained clouded by it. My optimism for 2016 is limited because while our improvement may steadily continue all clubs are pressing for success. Whether we can break clear of the mediocre pack remains to be seen. I think finals are beyond us this year unless the ducks line up with great good fortune but we will improve.

Thank you for your support and understanding Biffen!! When it all comes down to it, I need to make a dollar while supporting those in need. While you, with a string of failed relationships behind you are beyond my help, I'm there are some on Demonland who would benefit from my wisdom in marital matters. Btw, I am already a platinum member that worthy organisation you alluded to.

You've done my credit card a couple of times Biff - didn't seem to trouble your conscience.

Well well Biff - I have been renewed. A new man, an upright citizen ready to selflessly contribute to the greater good of society.My first New Year's Reso is to shed some kilograms. However, due to some previous misunderstandings, I am persona non grata at all nearby gymnasia. So I have dusted off the treadly and purchased some new spandex. I have already attracted some envious glances around the village. I do cut a rather dashing figure if I do say so myself. I have also decided to look for a new vocation in life. During my recent treatments, I met some quite delightful psychoanalysts,psychologists in general and a myriad of counsellors. So Uncle Bitter is planning to reinvent himself as a relationship or marriage counsellor. I have had quite a bit to do with other peoples' marriages over the years so I am quite confident that I can make an impact. Doing good is my new motto!

Worst pun ever!!!!

How nice to hear from you Earl. I trust you are exploiting another 3rd world economy for personal gain. Do you intend arranging some of those 357 visas to get some decent (and cheap) help?

I really like Jack ...and rate him. He has shown that he can do the business but injury (and maybe the captaincy) has cruelled him. I l would love to see him have a real run at it so we could see just what a player he might be.

Jack's quite solid Biff - much bigger than a golfball.

Doris Day!!!! How I love her!! sigh!!!!

Best option is being dead if you are going to write about Biffen

Can't argue with this!

Good wager gentlemen!!

Yes that must be it !!! Love of the job, enthusiasm , go the extra yard .......!

Thank you for that useless response dc. However, I have another issue that has just popped up. My squeeze just messaged to say she was working OT and not to wait up. This seemed to disturb the lads as they claim her workplace's OT budget is spent. What could this mean?