Bitter but optimistic

Now you've done it. You mentioned that which cannot be mentioned and, as a result........ ...... Stuie has gone and dusted of his sense of humour. Unfortunately it also needed a grease, oil change and update. But maybe one day he'll give me a stitch. Keep it up.

I'm very touched that you are paying such close attention to my makeup. It is ,however, not "the same". Makeup is an artform that requires a deft touch. Your colouring in with a Derwent while biting your tongue to aid concentration is no doubt challenging for you, but hardly comparible.

I hope you keep inside the lines when you're colouring it in Stuie.

This thread needs to get back on topic. PS. to Biffen. Who needs Pfizer?

Now now Biffo, if it's upsetting Stuie of course Slonnie will have to stop.

Was that during your time at Turana WYL?

Well Rangey. It just goes to show how temporary a concept fame and love is on Demonland. One moment a rooster - the next a featherduster.

Not her articles. Why don't you just photocopy pics of "she who has one and is one" and stick them in your dunnies. Appropriate use I would think.

LAYC

LY DC

DC your cosseted and cozy suburban life has left you unaware and out of touch with the real world. Sheep- are sooo country. We, of the polite landed gentry only keep alpacas.

She looks alarmingly familiar.

You can be very selfish and shallow Biffen! . Of course bladders, especially leaky ones, are a valid and important subject of discussion. Need I remind you that this is a footy forum. Where would our great game be without bladders? Now you need to take a firm hold of yourself and reflect on the importance of bladders.

Welcome back RR. BTW I believe you had to share the sin bin with Daisycutter for a while. I'd call that cruel and unusual punishment.

I share your interests R&B. Choral Music - Love the robes those Gregorian fockers wear. Lord of the Rings - Still pondering the true relationship between Sam and Frodo. Cycling - It's a [censored] getting a helmet on. And of course - the Dees.

Matthew Wade wears gloves

Jack was a skinny kid when he played his first game against the filth. ( Also remember the p- weak support he got). He is bigger now but not big enough to be a pack busting, stand your ground forward. We have now recruited those big guys. I will be more than satisified if Jack intercepts across half back and kicks long and accurately to a leading Clarke or Dawes or Howe.

Are you making a veiled accusation of promiscuity DC.. If so, I will employ the Fink to take appropriate action. If not, I will pass the matter over to Biffen whose methods may be questionable. A financial settlement will be satisfactory.

I am currently reflecting on the aging process so I must ask - Is that 'spills" of the incontinence variety OD?

That's Ok, I'd borrow them from my partner. He's a generous bloke.

Looks like a bunch of lunatics and losers to me. Wonder if I'd get in?

Guilty..... Bloody pedant. See Above He comes with me.

I’ll leave the comprehensive reports to BH or others but I’ll share some of my personal observations. I got there before the official starting time and Gawn and Spencer were being put through some ruck/ midfield drills. Viney, Mckenzie and two others completed the set up. It was the first time I’d seen Gawn standing next to Spencer and, given Spencer’s size, Gawn is a real ogre. The drills weren’t competitive as such because Gawn and Spencer were put in predetermined positions to take the tap. Gawn looked fully free in his movements. Interestingly, Viney fumbled a couple of times and got really dirty on himself. They stayed at this for a good 20 minutes then left. I heard Jordie tell another spectator that he had a “bike test” – so I’m guessing they all had. I did not see Jamar until later and he was walking laps with Davey. Grimes was also walking laps later. Trengove was also there early but didn’t do any training. After some running work, the bulk of the players worked in two large groups that consisted of moving through traffic and disposal under pressure. I had noticed earlier how fit Frawley looks and he was very impressive in this drill. Barry also stood out with his very quick and clean hand skills. This was a very fast session with continuous movement and group interchanges. In general it was quite impressive. At the conclusion of that, I saw Mitch Clarke heading off. He was intercepted by a proud young couple with their little kids all done up in Demon gear. He very obligingly posed for a number of shots with dad and his boys. It was a nice moment. The next drill of interest was match simulation, using the whole ground and three rotating teams. I found Dunne very impressive. The wind was getting up at this time but he got plenty of the ball, handled it cleanly, and kicked long when required. I confess to having doubts about Dunne but he certainly looked good today. Nicholson was also very impressive. He was covering a lot of territory and using the ball well. Watts was also good and always seemed to have plenty of time. Dawes moved well and doesn’t seem to have any injury issues. He made position well but was not dominant. Tom Mac. Spoiled him on occasion. The training was mostly taken by Craig but Neeld did arrive later.

You, of all people should know BH. You have to spell it out.

It's enough to buy Fat Phil a decent sized hamburger shop.