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Thanks for comments The orchard is only a half dozen trees to feed the birds apples nectarines plums. All crop fallen but the trees need urgent attention for shaping. It is a first world problem as they say so no need for slave labour It is a pleasant refuge from the pressures of life and close access to the snow (unfortunately none of that at the moment)

Your welcome to come to my place and prune the orchard Do I need to arrange a 457 visa??

Gongs are awarded to recognise far less significant efforts. Unfortunately the only reward for "untiring MFC support" is the inner feeling of peace and tranquility in knowing that you can overcome the deepest extremes of all emotions to triumph and place the rest of the tawdry circumstances in life into their shallow perspectives. Expect same to continue today.

Can't add much. Visited the nations capital, not much wasp activity witnessed. Enjoyed some great company and wines from a wide variety of areas. Most were aged and encouraged reflection on the pst. That's both the company and the wines. Unfortunately the reality of the present intruded as the current,playing group, which promised so much, continued the playing patterns of the immediate past to deliver a result, made more humiliating by the presence of 2 former Carlton supporters equipped with Giants regalia, who sang the Giants looney toons theme song after every goal, interrupted only by weary questions of, "where have the demons supporters gone" "can't hear you" etc. It was embarrassing for us, but even worse for the new generation of a 4generation supporting family in front of us. There was certainly no joy, no encouragement and no respect for us. Our limited response was restricted to a comment that the humorous commentary of these increasingly more euphoric supporters was similar to Abbott and Costello...........(the politicians not the comedians), and the hope that their support will have as much disappointment and pain as has been inflicted on demon supporters for so long. Unless you were there it is hard to convey the impact that this game inflicted. Expect greater discussion of non football related matters until our players understand the significance of their action. I may be able to comment on football threads but it will unfortunately be more negative than my sig name conveys. I will try not to wallow in misery and may need your assistance as I continue to enjoy your personal revelations and wit.

Thanks for the news OD will share with the NE vignerons I know. There are some winemakers here with close contacts in other areas so it will be an interesting comparison point.

WOW that is disturbing news We are coming off bumper crops of magnificent grapes in all the North East. The concern is what to do with the the large quantity of last years not so good which were kept after a few years of small yields of excellent quality. Price points are being put into interesting perspective. The euro wasps have been bad but I havent heard they affected the harvest.

Ollie is a good player Toump may or may not have been better depends which conspiracy theory you choose to follow. Hopefully Roosy and other coaches will be in Toumps ear and tell him what he needs to do to be better than Ollie. Toump will hopefully not be haunted and falter but will improve. He may not become as good as Ollie as it will also depend upon his teammates development. JV and TV also have something to prove and will need toump to restore their credibility The better Ollie is the better our guys must be .

This is not just a private chat thread but a social barometer, comedy session and so much more and all cheaper than a psychologist. And while there may not be much there is the occasional footy reference although these blokes usually have an opinion on most things and contribute throughout the site. They do sometimes stray but mainly keep on topic and unleash their weirdest discussions to this site. As said if you dont enjoy it dont read it the heading says it all

And thanks for the reference to the general site I too do like my music eclectic as possible so will maintain a bit more of a watch on this

We probably have the rhythm section here and the heritage of Mayday Hills asylum means that it a state we can all comprehend. But appreciate the walking frame does provide inconvenient moments. The Angels are headlining a concert down here and await with interest their lineup. The Brewsters were magnificent there last outing here but did comment themselves about the altered life styles of an ageing group. Makes you wonder how Keef, Mick, Ronny etc keep doing it.

Good get Tim Thanks for the reference Did enjoy it The guitar is great especially the bottleneck segment. You are right it needs to be cranked up. If you are ever performing in NE VIc let us know It would be interesting to catch you if this is a representation of your music.

It seems likely any country would see BBO as a significant incursion threat He may be lucky that Scott Morrison has moved on or he may not get back in

Hey Jazza How long has it been. My thought is that you need to keep off em but I was always a light smoker and gave up pretty easily after a horrendous night with hangover and small plane trip with much vomiting . couldnt look at alcohol or ciggies for a bout a week and the first ciggie made me recall the horror. After many months went to footy with a mate (lives down your way at Yambuck) who smokes Old Holborn rollies and the aromatic smell is enough to attract me. But can still only have one and the taste is enough to put me off for another season. The ciggies do affect your tastes and good food and wine need to be appreciated without the tobacco dominating. In short I hope you can remain off the ciggs and keep yourself distracted with thoughts of a glorious season for the dees.

Tasted a sparkling Gammay from Ross Gehrig Ross has been making excellent wines for many years and is one of our squash club members. We are fortunate to finish the night off often with a few samples from the region.

buggery is allowed but Titpullers is censored ( sigh)

Not just the terms Jazza but the actual definition of buggery which most people dont know. Anyway sounds like you are recovering and will soon be back to normal duties. As others have said hope you stay off the durries its better for you in the end (pun intended) With the signing of the free trade agreement with China Tony, Joe and Barnaby et al are saying you [censored] pullers are in for glory days. How they figure we will make money off the nation that controls its markets is beyond me. Enjoy the TV it probably came from China and only cost us 50 litres of milk.

"Buggery" and "Tail shafts" Hmmmmmm interesting tautology?

Whoops just read the entrails of the thread and realised I have experienced some space time continuum problem. Sorry to interrupt with a now long gone diatribe. You were right about the swallow or spit reference which needs to be applied as code for more activities. Does one swallow and consume the full offering of the thread or just spit it out choosing to move on in the hope of finding something better. You were also correct that there is some pretentious element to the practice of tasting. You have to indulge in it when you are legless. I did indicate that while I tasted a few of the offerings it became cloudy and difficult to recall when I gave up tasting and started drinking.

Pennyweight make consistent product plenty of fruit and full mouth.Probably all beechworth wines are a bit thin and drink now rather than the big cellar for later reds of Rutherglen or the later released McLaren Vales which we enjoyed when we went to the Port Adelaide match. Re Rutherglen would be interested in your report on Vintara/King Jack. Newly acquired by the Chinese I did not enjoy the wine tasted but the very cheap bottle I took away tasted well. May have been a tasting room problem. Theres many fine wines from Rutherglen so wont recommend any let your palete be the judge. I was impressed with the All Saints release and I dont normally say that.

just recovered from the Beechworth region spring tasting 26 wineries around Beechworth cooperating for a combined tasting Outstanding presentation including standouts A Rodda CHardonnay, Fighting Gully Chardonnay, Sorrenberg Gamay, Cow paddock Sangiovese blend, Amulet Cabernet blend, Giacconda of course and got a bit hazy as we moved through the Shiraz field So much wine so little time. What a great region we are in A great afternoon for $25. Most of these wines retail at premium prices as while they all excited the palete and were all distinctivly different I dont think there was a poor wine amongst them

I didn't and don't have too much concern with drafting. It's a bit of a lottery obviously and outcomes are dependent upon development and opportunity. I am pleased with whoever puts on a Melbourne jumper as they are ours. But it would be an excellent opportunity to allow our dland selectors nominate and keep this as a historical thread for future reference That is no comment no alternative opinion just everyone who wants to participate to select their choices once this retained and used as reference if necessary in future discussion Can such a closed thread be created by the magicians who provide this site?

Gosh you can tell a lot from a look in the eyes Oh wait your talking about the.......

Oh and I don't think I mentioned the intellect of roos denying that our defeats were anything other than a confusing aberration beyond comprehension From the man who instructed a Sydney player to miss one for the greater good Expect an improved display next week and do we really need a win or a loss.??? It's a brave new world with your delightful activities to distract us THANKS

Not to mention the confidence index established within power and authority structures reflected on the playing fields