Messymascot's faith in humanity and ginger safe haven

[anjelikaferrett]

Good morning all. My brother and I had a few glasses of wine last night and put some plans into place as to how we approach the situation. Apparently I am in charge of all things Catholic ' you still believe Ang, I can't be arsed with all that' We need the coroner to do what they have to do before we can get a death certificate.
He told my brother ages ago that he wants exactly the same arrangements as our Mum and all the details are on his computer. So Requiem Mass at St Francis in Garston and afterwards in the Cricket Club.
I hope you don't mind if I tell you a story about him. It is also my earliest memory of Everton. As you know, he was a seafarer. When I was about 4 he got a job in Nigeria. We went to live there. In 1966 Everton reached the FA Cup Final. I distinctly remember my Dad glued to the radio listening to the match. It wasn't going well. My Nan ( his mother in law) had sent him a blue and white hat and scarf she had knitted. So he put them in, in the tropical heat of Lagos, he was listening to the radio wearing a woolly hat and scarf! However it did the trick because we won. Overturned a 2 -0 deficit to win 3-2. . And I'm fairly sure that was when Everton bit me!

 

[Armaghtoffee]

Good morning all. My brother and I had a few glasses of wine last night and put some plans into place as to how we approach the situation. Apparently I am in charge of all things Catholic ' you still believe Ang, I can't be arsed with all that' We need the coroner to do what they have to do before we can get a death certificate.
He told my brother ages ago that he wants exactly the same arrangements as our Mum and all the details are on his computer. So Requiem Mass at St Francis in Garston and afterwards in the Cricket Club.
I hope you don't mind if I tell you a story about him. It is also my earliest memory of Everton. As you know, he was a seafarer. When I was about 4 he got a job in Nigeria. We went to live there. In 1966 Everton reached the FA Cup Final. I distinctly remember my Dad glued to the radio listening to the match. It wasn't going well. My Nan ( his mother in law) had sent him a blue and white hat and scarf she had knitted. So he put them in, in the tropical heat of Lagos, he was listening to the radio wearing a woolly hat and scarf! However it did the trick because we won. Overturned a 2 -0 deficit to win 3-2. . And I'm fairly sure that was when Everton bit me!

Maybe I missed it but I didn’t know you had lived in Nigeria!

It has got me thinking though, didn’t Barkley and Osman have Nigerian roots? The penny is dropping with me that this was Scouse Sailors fulfilling their outreach work.

 

[anjelikaferrett]

Maybe I missed it but I didn’t know you had lived in Nigeria!

It has got me thinking though, didn’t Barkley and Osman have Nigerian roots? The penny is dropping with me that this was Scouse Sailors fulfilling their outreach work.

We lived there for about 3 years. It was proper old Colonial stuff. We lived a huge house, had a servant and a gardener, went to the Country Club every day ( all white of course!) We came home because it was becoming very dangerous- the Biafran War was kicking off.
When I look back it was shocking really. So privileged and exploitative.

 

[jazzy]

Good morning all. My brother and I had a few glasses of wine last night and put some plans into place as to how we approach the situation. Apparently I am in charge of all things Catholic ' you still believe Ang, I can't be arsed with all that' We need the coroner to do what they have to do before we can get a death certificate.
He told my brother ages ago that he wants exactly the same arrangements as our Mum and all the details are on his computer. So Requiem Mass at St Francis in Garston and afterwards in the Cricket Club.
I hope you don't mind if I tell you a story about him. It is also my earliest memory of Everton. As you know, he was a seafarer. When I was about 4 he got a job in Nigeria. We went to live there. In 1966 Everton reached the FA Cup Final. I distinctly remember my Dad glued to the radio listening to the match. It wasn't going well. My Nan ( his mother in law) had sent him a blue and white hat and scarf she had knitted. So he put them in, in the tropical heat of Lagos, he was listening to the radio wearing a woolly hat and scarf! However it did the trick because we won. Overturned a 2 -0 deficit to win 3-2. . And I'm fairly sure that was when Everton bit me!

That's a lovely story and like AT I didn't know you had lived in Nigeria. Do you remember much about it? Edit - je suis Fred , encore - read the rest of the page next time idiot!

The arrangements can be really difficult but thankfully you've got your brother to share the responsibilty. I'm sure that in the next few days / weeks/ months/ years you will reminiss about your dad and that that will bring you joy in what I'm sure will be a tough time.

 

[Gwladysover]

Morning all on this bright and sunny (so far) day. Lovely story about your Dad @anjelikaferrett. Watching the 1966 Cup Final was when Everton bit me too. Hope things go well with the arrangements, good that your Dad let his wishes be known regarding his funeral, makes it a little easier knowing what he wanted in that respect.

 

[larbert toffee]

Morning everyone ,

I can only echo AT's words this morning - my thoughts are with you @anjelikaferrett and would also like to hear from @Terrarian . Whilst I'm on the subject it seems like a long time since we heard from @larbert toffee , I hope that you are all ok.

Beautiful day today. When I've finished taking my weekly blood pressure readings ( allways avoid Saturdays for some reason!) I will go and sort mum out.

Mrs J at the Rescue shop today so a bit of gardening and then relax in the sun I think. Only problem is that I started a new gym programme this week and had a very heavy leg session yesterday and today I can hardly walk!

Take care everyone.

Hi Jazzy and the gang, sorry not been on here for a while just not been as chatty as normal.
Long story short, my mum died in the early hours of Saturday morning she'd been ill for a little while and I was working up here in Scotland and travelling down most weekends to support my brother who'd been caring for her then visiting her in hospital then a care home.
I'm okay if a little tired, I am fortunate to have good family and friends supporting my brother and I.
I was fortunately down for a scheduled visit to watch the match with my granddaughter at the weekend when my mum took a turn for the worse.
I hope you're all well and I shall pop in on a more frequent basis again now

 

[jazzy]

Hi Jazzy and the gang, sorry not been on here for a while just not been as chatty as normal.
Long story short, my mum died in the early hours of Saturday morning she'd been ill for a little while and I was working up here in Scotland and travelling down most weekends to support my brother who'd been caring for her then visiting her in hospital then a care home.
I'm okay if a little tired, I am fortunate to have good family and friends supporting my brother and I.
I was fortunately down for a scheduled visit to watch the match with my granddaughter at the weekend when my mum took a turn for the worse.
I hope you're all well and I shall pop in on a more frequent basis again now

Oh, I'm so sorry for your loss mate. Absolutely no need to apologise , I was just a bit worried when we don't hear regularly from our friends.
Obviously It's been a really difficult time for you. My sincere condolences , please take care of yourself. When my dad died of cancer 20 odd years ago I was driving from Liverpool to Plymouth every weekend and I was totally knackered so I know how tough a period you must have had. Hope things get a bit better mate.

 

[Barnfred 55]

Maybe I missed it but I didn’t know you had lived in Nigeria!

It has got me thinking though, didn’t Barkley and Osman have Nigerian roots? The penny is dropping with me that this was Scouse Sailors fulfilling their outreach work.

I guarantee there are scousers legging around the world over AT. I'm equally convinced the majority will have a high degree of Irish blood running through their veins

 

[anjelikaferrett]

Hi Jazzy and the gang, sorry not been on here for a while just not been as chatty as normal.
Long story short, my mum died in the early hours of Saturday morning she'd been ill for a little while and I was working up here in Scotland and travelling down most weekends to support my brother who'd been caring for her then visiting her in hospital then a care home.
I'm okay if a little tired, I am fortunate to have good family and friends supporting my brother and I.
I was fortunately down for a scheduled visit to watch the match with my granddaughter at the weekend when my mum took a turn for the worse.
I hope you're all well and I shall pop in on a more frequent basis again now

Oh I'm so sorry to hear this. Much love x

 

[Barnfred 55]

Good morning all. My brother and I had a few glasses of wine last night and put some plans into place as to how we approach the situation. Apparently I am in charge of all things Catholic ' you still believe Ang, I can't be arsed with all that' We need the coroner to do what they have to do before we can get a death certificate.
He told my brother ages ago that he wants exactly the same arrangements as our Mum and all the details are on his computer. So Requiem Mass at St Francis in Garston and afterwards in the Cricket Club.
I hope you don't mind if I tell you a story about him. It is also my earliest memory of Everton. As you know, he was a seafarer. When I was about 4 he got a job in Nigeria. We went to live there. In 1966 Everton reached the FA Cup Final. I distinctly remember my Dad glued to the radio listening to the match. It wasn't going well. My Nan ( his mother in law) had sent him a blue and white hat and scarf she had knitted. So he put them in, in the tropical heat of Lagos, he was listening to the radio wearing a woolly hat and scarf! However it did the trick because we won. Overturned a 2 -0 deficit to win 3-2. . And I'm fairly sure that was when Everton bit me!

Cal and I had a custom of raising a glass (usually cognac) whenever we learned of the passing of a loved one. Sometimes it came in the middle of the night. Didn't matter.

 

[anjelikaferrett]

That's a lovely story and like AT I didn't know you had lived in Nigeria. Do you remember much about it? Edit - je suis Fred , encore - read the rest of the page next time idiot!

The arrangements can be really difficult but thankfully you've got your brother to share the responsibilty. I'm sure that in the next few days / weeks/ months/ years you will reminiss about your dad and that that will bring you joy in what I'm sure will be a tough time.

I remember some of it as clear as day. I started school in Nigeria, my first school being The Corona School Lagos. I remember Santa Claus at the kids parties being black, I remember the day a massive snake came in the garden and sleeping in beds with mosquito nets. All the stuff a 5 year old would be interested in.

 

[Armaghtoffee]

I guarantee there are scousers legging around the world over AT. I'm equally convinced the majority will have a high degree of Irish blood running through their veins

No one can resist Scouse or Irish charm or the accent

 

[Barnfred 55]

Hi Jazzy and the gang, sorry not been on here for a while just not been as chatty as normal.
Long story short, my mum died in the early hours of Saturday morning she'd been ill for a little while and I was working up here in Scotland and travelling down most weekends to support my brother who'd been caring for her then visiting her in hospital then a care home.
I'm okay if a little tired, I am fortunate to have good family and friends supporting my brother and I.
I was fortunately down for a scheduled visit to watch the match with my granddaughter at the weekend when my mum took a turn for the worse.
I hope you're all well and I shall pop in on a more frequent basis again now

So sorry to hear that LT. Thinking of you and your family.

 

[Barnfred 55]

No one can resist Scouse or Irish charm or the accent

I think it's a case of they don't understand a word we are saying so they just say yes and hope for the best.

 

[Armaghtoffee]

I remember some of it as clear as day. I started school in Nigeria, my first school being The Corona School Lagos. I remember Santa Claus at the kids parties being black, I remember the day a massive snake came in the garden and sleeping in beds with mosquito nets. All the stuff a 5 year old would be interested in.

God that’s amazing stuff to remember!

A lad in my school had grown up in Ghana (born in Ireland and parents had a spell in Africa for work) and we were fascinated with his stories. He was about 13 or so when he joined us and regaled us with tales of snakes and other exotic beasties.

He had a dead strange accent