Messymascot's faith in humanity and ginger safe haven

[anjelikaferrett]

As a tribute to the @Sassy Colombian on a rope bridge ,I thought it only fair to do something similar ,not quite the same temperature , not quite the same bridge and certainly not as pretty .

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the second is where we live and it is the yellow house the barn is not ours
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The photo is taken from our post box !

Awesome

 

[Barnfred 55]

Lovely @blue1948 , wouldn't have guessed that you were a Stylistics fan.

Enjoy the day , the year , the rest of your life with with your beloved.

I'm not surprised at all Jazzy. I thought we were all Stylistics fans. Danced many a slowie to their songs. Quite a few snogs too. lol

 

[blue1948]

Awesome

Thank you and Happy New Year to you and all yours

 

[blue1948]

I'm not surprised at all Jazzy. I thought we were all Stylistics fans. Danced many a slowie to their songs. Quite a few snogs too. lol

I used to sing some of their songs but the falsetto has gone with the years now it is more Glen Cambell .

 

[Barnfred 55]

Just wanted to say thanks a lot for all the kind messages last night. It was a late one for me, didn't get to bed until after 3am. I opened a bottle of bubbly at midnight and obviously couldn't waste any . Feel surprisingly OK this morning considering how much I drank throughout the night (started on the rum and gingers about 4pm). Didn't even feel that drunk by the time I went to bed although I did crash the moment my head hit the pillow.

Last night was one of reflection for me. It was the first time in my 60 years that I have spent New Years Eve on my own. But when I thought about it I quickly realised that it was MY choice. I could have gone to the local pub or asked the neighbours around for a drink if I'd wanted company. The fact is, I chose to spend it on my own, there are probably many millions of people around today that spent New Year on their own and didn't have that choice. Yes I miss Cal. God how I miss her. But I was able to enjoy good food and even better wine last night, I live in a beautiful house in the best place in the world, and I have lots of family and friends who I know care about me. There are many many people who's situation in life is far worse than mine.

That is something that our good friend Karl showed me. When Cal passed away, it was the early hours of the morning and I was away at sea with no means of contacting friends and family. It was to the mental health thread on here that I turned and Karl was one of the many of you who reached out to me and offered support. He continued to be there for me, as did many of you, but it was only when I happened across this thread that I realised what he was going through himself, and what a truly selfless and generous person he was At the time I was probably slipping into depression and it really did give me the kick I needed to sort myself out.

I'm not one for making new year resolutions, but this year I'll kind of make an exception. My life going forward is in my own hands and I am very fortunate in that regard. My future will be determined by the decisions I make, and my resolution is to try and always make the right decisions, and to always try and remain positive.

For now can I just say a very big thank you to you guys and especially to Messy. Because most of my friends and family are back in Liverpool, this thread is where I turn for just general camaraderie and chit chat. and I don't think you'll ever understand just how important you all are to me at the moment. I guess this thread goes a long way to filling the void in my life left by Cal's passing.

Love and best wishes for a prosperous and happy 2022 to all of you.

 

[Barnfred 55]

I used to sing some of their songs but the falsetto has gone with the years now it is more Glen Cambell .

Maybe the orgasm will help with that

 

[Sassy Colombian]

Happy New year everyone.

Well that was fun .......not.

Mrs J had / has a terrible ear infection. Earliest telephone consultation is Tuesday . She's in agony and popping ibuprofen like there's no tomorrow so we went to bed early and missed the New Year - first time ever !

Anyway I hope that this year is substantially better for all of us especially you @Barnfred 55 .

Oh no, Jazzy. I’m so sorry to hear Mrs. J is suffering of a bad ear infection those can be very painful. I was wondering what had happened to you last night. I hope her pain decreases before Tuesday’s appointment.

 

[anjelikaferrett]

Just wanted to say thanks a lot for all the kind messages last night. It was a late one for me, didn't get to bed until after 3am. I opened a bottle of bubbly at midnight and obviously couldn't waste any . Feel surprisingly OK this morning considering how much I drank throughout the night (started on the rum and gingers about 4pm). Didn't even feel that drunk by the time I went to bed although I did crash the moment my head hit the pillow.

Last night was one of reflection for me. It was the first time in my 60 years that I have spent New Years Eve on my own. But when I thought about it I quickly realised that it was MY choice. I could have gone to the local pub or asked the neighbours around for a drink if I'd wanted company. The fact is, I chose to spend it on my own, there are probably many millions of people around today that spent New Year on their own and didn't have that choice. Yes I miss Cal. God how I miss her. But I was able to enjoy good food and even better wine last night, I live in a beautiful house in the best place in the world, and I have lots of family and friends who I know care about me. There are many many people who's situation in life is far worse than mine.

That is something that our good friend Karl showed me. When Cal passed away, it was the early hours of the morning and I was away at sea with no means of contacting friends and family. It was to the mental health thread on here that I turned and Karl was one of the many of you who reached out to me and offered support. He continued to be there for me, as did many of you, but it was only when I happened across this thread that I realised what he was going through himself, and what a truly selfless and generous person he was At the time I was probably slipping into depression and it really did give me the kick I needed to sort myself out.

I'm not one for making new year resolutions, but this year I'll kind of make an exception. My life going forward is in my own hands and I am very fortunate in that regard. My future will be determined by the decisions I make, and my resolution is to try and always make the right decisions, and to always try and remain positive.

For now can I just say a very big thank you to you guys and especially to Messy. Because most of my friends and family are back in Liverpool, this thread is where I turn for just general camaraderie and chit chat. and I don't think you'll ever understand just how important you all are to me at the moment. I guess this thread goes a long way to filling the void in my life left by Cal's passing.

Love and best wishes for a prosperous and happy 2022 to all of you.

Fred that's beautiful. Thank you for sharing it with us x

 

[Sassy Colombian]

Well I rise on this beautiful New Year and thank you all for the pleasure you on this thread have brought each other ,I raised a glass to Karl last night and will thank him many times over the coming year for this thread .
I hope all on here get a year they deserve filled with hope and good health ,sadly I know that won't happen so for those who need it we are all here to help .
A special mention to @Barnfred 55 for the fortitude he has shown through the most terrible of times and long may it continue -You inspire me to be a better person .
A heartfelt mention to @Sassy Colombian for being there for any and everyone and giving so much to this thread after the loss of Karl ,may you live a long and bountiful life and a word for all others that contribute each in their own way .
Let us all try our best in the New Year and stay safe .
Oh and a mention for the team on the pitch as well .

I also did the same last night @blue1948 I thought about Karl a lot. About how courageous he was through his ordeal and about the lessons he left behind for us regarding love, compassion and inner strength.

Tonight we will be mostly eating horse tenderloin with blue cheese potatoes and garden (well OK fridge ) peas and a mushroom duxelle . Followed for the wife by a brandy and for me a sherry .

I may not ask for this recipe lol

To my wife on the first day of the rest of our lives ,she is my rock and my shoulder to cry on ,I can only explain in the words of this song :-
My love
I'll never find the words, my love
To tell you how I feel, my love
Mere words could not explain
Precious love
You held my life within your hands
Created everything I am
Taught me how to live again
Only you, care when I needed a friend
Believe in me through thick and thin
This song is for you
Filled with gratitude and love
God bless you
You make me feel brand new
For God blessed me with you
You make me feel brand new
I sing this song 'cause you
Make me feel brand new
My love
Whenever I was insecure
You build me up and made me sure
You gave my pride back to me
Precious friend
With you I'll always have a friend
You're someone who I can depend
To walk a path that sometimes bend
Without you
Life has no meaning or rhyme
Like notes to a song out of time
How can I repay you for having faith in me?
God bless you
You make me feel brand new
For God blessed me with you
You make me feel brand new
I sing this song 'cause you
you make me feel brand new .

Those are beautiful lyrics. How fortunate to love someone so strongly and be loved back the same way.

 

[blue1948]

Just wanted to say thanks a lot for all the kind messages last night. It was a late one for me, didn't get to bed until after 3am. I opened a bottle of bubbly at midnight and obviously couldn't waste any . Feel surprisingly OK this morning considering how much I drank throughout the night (started on the rum and gingers about 4pm). Didn't even feel that drunk by the time I went to bed although I did crash the moment my head hit the pillow.

Last night was one of reflection for me. It was the first time in my 60 years that I have spent New Years Eve on my own. But when I thought about it I quickly realised that it was MY choice. I could have gone to the local pub or asked the neighbours around for a drink if I'd wanted company. The fact is, I chose to spend it on my own, there are probably many millions of people around today that spent New Year on their own and didn't have that choice. Yes I miss Cal. God how I miss her. But I was able to enjoy good food and even better wine last night, I live in a beautiful house in the best place in the world, and I have lots of family and friends who I know care about me. There are many many people who's situation in life is far worse than mine.

That is something that our good friend Karl showed me. When Cal passed away, it was the early hours of the morning and I was away at sea with no means of contacting friends and family. It was to the mental health thread on here that I turned and Karl was one of the many of you who reached out to me and offered support. He continued to be there for me, as did many of you, but it was only when I happened across this thread that I realised what he was going through himself, and what a truly selfless and generous person he was At the time I was probably slipping into depression and it really did give me the kick I needed to sort myself out.

I'm not one for making new year resolutions, but this year I'll kind of make an exception. My life going forward is in my own hands and I am very fortunate in that regard. My future will be determined by the decisions I make, and my resolution is to try and always make the right decisions, and to always try and remain positive.

For now can I just say a very big thank you to you guys and especially to Messy. Because most of my friends and family are back in Liverpool, this thread is where I turn for just general camaraderie and chit chat. and I don't think you'll ever understand just how important you all are to me at the moment. I guess this thread goes a long way to filling the void in my life left by Cal's passing.

Love and best wishes for a prosperous and happy 2022 to all of you.

You can thank all you want but it is only you that has had the strength you needed ,I will concede that Karl was a magnificent person and started the ball rolling but you are special as well for the way you have faced so many sad times in the brief time I have known you .
We know that you lost Cal . Her memories are with far more than you now as we all feel as though we have somehow known her .
From the bottom of my heart I wish you a happy new year and I know you will stay strong .
For that I am sure we all thak you

 

[Sassy Colombian]

My thoughts entirely but you have put it so much better than I could. Lovely sunrise here for a change. Hope everyone is well and the hangovers aren’t too severelol. Happy New Year all.?

Lovely sunrises feel like the earth is smiling back at you. Glad you got to experience one this first day of the year ?

 

[blue1948]

I may not ask for this recipe

I am surprised ,I thought you might have eaten horse meat .It is just like beef but a stronger taste -a bit earthy as all wild meat is .
Have a beautiful and prosperous New Year ,you and all around you .Un saludo especiala a tu madre .

 

[Reedy1979]

Happy New Year fellow Mascoteers and thank you all for creating such a beautiful spot on GOT. Genuine warmth in celebration of Karl bringing the best out in all of us and long may his coffee shop continue.

Quiet one for me tonight, couple of drinks with nibbles and the most amazing film that I can’t believe I’ve missed out on (Interstellar).

All the best x

 

[Sassy Colombian]

Morning everyone and once again a happy New Year to one and all.

Mrs J asleep and she had a bad night so letting her rest.

So , sat here typing on a dry and unseasonally warm new year's day. The clouds are breaking and scudding across the sky on a more than gentle breeze.

I raised a couple of glasses to Karl , Fred and everyone else on the thread last night but to be honest with Mrs J not being well I really didn't drink very much.

So another New Year. Let's earnestly hope that it is so much better than the last one.

Kar'ls tragic condition and passing is I guess a reminder to all of us that no one knows what is going to happen in the future and to live in the moment. As someone who has spent their whole life planning and organising I find that really difficult but suppose that the pandemic makes that even more difficult.

What Karl has done through his honesty , bravery, decency and spirit is bring us all together to share experiences and thoughts and generally brighten the day , long may that continue.

Genuinely I think that I am a better person for this thread and all the associations. I think I'm kinder , more patient and far less judgemental than I used to be. I now think before I say or write something for fear of inadvertently upsetting someone .

So thanks Karl. Hope you are doing ok wherever you are mate.

I hope this doesn't sound maudlin , it's not supposed to , but balancing the thought of loss against the hope for the future is difficult particularly with this damn pandemic that is wrecking so many lives at this time.

I would talk about football and Everton but that would be really depressing.

So , let's carry on supporting everyone and in the words of Paul Simon "Have a Good Time ".

"Paranoia strikes deep in the heartland
But I think it's all overdone
Exaggerating this , exaggerating that
They don't have no fun

Maybe I'm laughing my way to disaster
Maybe my race has been run
Maybe I'm blind
To the fate of mankind
But what can be done !

So have a Good Time "

Jazzy, what a sensible reflection so nicely put. Carpe diem!

 

[jazzy]

I'm not surprised at all Jazzy. I thought we were all Stylistics fans. Danced many a slowie to their songs. Quite a few snogs too. lol

Betcha by golly wow.