Bitter but optimistic

Mmmm they are quite cute - who knows? Jazza was bemoaning the lack of female company recently. However they are far removed from the "little bottler" Aussie reds that first enter my thinking dc. More to your taste, I would have thought Moonie.

I suppose someone had to be brutally honest OD. Actually Biffen would have stolen the proceeds anyway and [censored] them against a wall.

That most likely means that Jazza now finds the Jerseys are looking more seductive and alluring than the Friesians.

If you get kidnapped, Biffen and I will organise a collection from Dlanders to pay your ransom.

You sister has a vineyard near me? You are now my best friend OD. Please pm me "family rates" old mate.

Considering the opposition, I reckon Saturday may have been a "breakout" game for Gawn. He has learnt to hold marks again. Michie has a bit of class about him. Barry struggled early but improved dramatically and is certainly worth giving further opportunities to show what he has got.. Change hands Moonie.

You must feel a better man with that off your chest Col? However, don't believe the bullshite about admitting the problem being the first step to recovery - look at me!

No! However, wasn't there a study a few years ago that looked at this issue in relation to West Coast games at home that suggested a clear bias? I'm sure some stats nut will know of it.

I'm not sure they have "fallen back" Jack. I think it's just another example of that great malaise of inconsistency that seems to be the only consistent in umpiring. How often do you see high hits - especially in marking contests - escape penalty?

God what an uncouth suggestion!

You're excuse making like an alcoholic Colin! What does that mean?

You are correct about that Chook but what really stopped me was the fact that I was drinking from a Riedel glass which is worth more than a very decent red. Porphyry Pearl. A 1970's "legopner".

Dermie and Eddie Everywhere nearly had me throwing a decent glass of shiraz at TV yesterday. Dermie ..... FMD!

Very gracious of you to join the discussion Earl!

Watched on TV but but cant argue with much of that although I would rate Dawes as better than quiet.

Possibly would to get a gig but I cant really comment. That's Moonie's area of expertise.

How about the synchronized swimming squad dc?

That's three PSD!!

I thought that for a while too Adam but then, when you add his [censored] weak tackling and lack of physicality into the equation .... well .. maybe he just isn't worth the effort.

And I cant stand his gay hairstyle either!

I saw some positives today too Macca but to suggest "We would have beaten at least a half a dozen other sides on the G today" tells me you must be pi ssed.

My cat ..and my dog disappear when the footy starts.

Leave the umps alone TT. I'd rather slag our own players!!

If we get rid of the [censored] he will no longer polarize opinion. QED.

No, I wont give him a break any longer. Yes he does what you say but ... he will never win a hardball, he will rarely tackle with aggression, he will not inspire, he will not turn a game. He is a receiver. We need blokes who can take the game by the scruff of the neck. His ability is terrific but it is wasted.