This used to be the landlord when l started drinking in The Colburn Lodge in Catterick. Guess why we all used to call him Big John? Sadly, he died many years ago (although Pat his wife is still alive).
Friday, 22 September 2023
darren grimes supports rupert murdoch (plus cold war steve)
What a surprise. And what a tosser.
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self portrait
If you know, you know*, and I have this as my screensaver on my phone.
Yes...l'm a sad bastard.
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adolf hitler in disguise
These were some examples of Adolf Hitler's possible disguises during the Second World War, in case he tried to flee. You would imagine you would definitely spot him, with him being one of the most recognisable people on the planet at that time, but it's remarkable how different he could look without his Charlie Chaplin moustache.
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deep purple in a bad hair day
Relax ladies - they're married. Much as l used to love Deep Purple, especially at the time this photograph was taken, this is still pretty cringeworthy. Looks like an outtake from the Fireball photoshoot.
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The old homestead in Bootle, Liverpool
Just looking at these images takes me back to being a kid, roaming the mean streets of Bootle, North Liverpool, buying Valiant and American comics, and playing football in the cinema car park (and North Park). Also getting dragged off to watch Manchester United (Home and away) with Uncle Ray, so happy days indeed.
Thursday, 21 September 2023
off work for a couple of days
I've been off work for the last couple of days and made the most of it by doing bugger all (apart from a trip to the dentist). I've even stayed out of the pub, but if you think l'm being healthier, here's a picture of me earlier.
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rupert murdoch is still alive
I saw these news headlines and thought it was the end. However, l was wrong, as Murdoch has just stepped down. That man has done more to harm the UK (as well as others) for a long long time, and l certainly won't be sad to see the back of him.
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frank hester - tory corruption part 453748696069
More crap from the Tories and their donors. Frank Hester is worth over 400 million, so at least he's been able to buy someone else's hair.
From The Guardian, and never vote Tory
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when johan cruyff was the new george best
Loved both players and always wanted the Ajax shirt when l was a kid in Liverpool (Since got one).
stopping heavy handed measures - tory lies part 7546545384
Here's the latest Tory message, after they have already backtracked on their net zero pledges. The only problem with it is that there was to be no extra taxes on meat or flying, as the government had already ruled that out. Also, there was never any intention to implement seven bins or compulsory car sharing, and the only people the insulation rules affect are private landlords, who should be made to have properly insulated properties if they are going to rent them out. More bullshit from a party smeared in it.
Never vote Tory
Wednesday, 20 September 2023
kids prefer portacabins
Apparently 'the kids' prefer their (high quality) portacabins to their classrooms. First off, what does that say about the state of their classrooms, and if they are that great, are the portacabins going to be rolled out among the private schools? Obviously l very much doubt it, as those privileged few that attend such institutions probably prefer their clay pigeon shooting, cricket and rugby pitches, theatres and recording studios, amongst any other perks. Gillian Keegan, owner of multiple homes and not short of a bob or two herself, can fuck off - once again she is talking crap.
On the other hand, let's roll out portacabin hospitals, houses, libraries and immigrant centres. It's the future!!
Never vote Tory.
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Tuesday, 19 September 2023
john mcandrew appointment
FFS. Just what the BBC needs when the country is going to the dogs and we require some balanced and informative reporting.
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Monday, 18 September 2023
Sunday, 17 September 2023
Saturday, 16 September 2023
clint eastwood is 93
Clint Eastwood is 93. Let that sink in for a bit. Unfortunately, pretty soon a lot of the people we take for granted in the movie / music business will be dying off, and I'm not seeing many others coming through to take the place of the living legends.
pulling the head of a dinosaur
From the rather wonderful The Afterword site. Made me laugh out load and it's the sort of surreal humour l respect and participate in. Well played by Gatz.
Friday, 15 September 2023
ZZ Top - Relax ladies, they're married (Plus Tush 2006 Remaster)
Who would have thought that these weirdo oddballs photographed in 1971 would be such a splendid band. If you had met them at the time and they told you they were in one you would have been very doubtful. However, some proof is below.
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Thursday, 14 September 2023
lara the rescue dog returned
This annoys me so much. Getting a new puppy is fine, but if the dogs didn't get on, the puppy should have been returned, but I guess the family found it cuter. Then to try and get Lara, the original dog put down is disgusting. I'd ban them from having any dogs. Gits.
the daily mirror becomes the daily mail
The Daily Mirror is usually to the left of politics and is also usually on the side of the poor. Professional shoplifting is one thing, but shoplifting to feed your family or obtain essential goods because you are poor for whatever reason is something else entirely. If you see someone stealing baby milk, look the other way, and encourage them afterwards to shoplift from the big supermarkets, not small shops.
Blame austerity and the Tories.
portakabins are on standby
Now you may well call me a cynical old bastard, but l fully expect the person or firm given this contract will have already donated to the Tory party, or be connected to one of them.
Taps fingers impatiently in anticipation........
george best - 60 years ago today
When the God given talent of George Best made his Manchester United debut against West Bromwich Albion at Old Trafford. Things would never be the same, and l wish there were more film of him in his prime.
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The Tarantulas - Tarantula / Black Widow 45 RPM
As the bloody spiders start invading the home again, time for a record to match.
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tim gurner is why socialism is important
This is a perfect example of why Trade Unions and Socialism is important and why Capitalism is for knobheads. Australian knobhead Tim Gurner is calling for 40 - 50 percent unemployment because the workers need to know who is in control, basically putting the workers in their place, and no doubt lowering wages at the same time to maximise profits for CEO's like him. In England, this sort of idea would normally be put forward under the guise of the right wing Tufton Street IEA type platforms and then highlighted and defended on TV for many weeks afterwards, making it appear as a valid strategy for the good of the nation. Fuck him and fuck them all. Non violent retribution should take place to annoy the fuck out of him and everyone who supports him, otherwise they just crack on with their wonderful lives, not giving a toss about the people who helped earn the money for them.. What a full on 100% knobhead. Knowing what he's like, I wish l'd played football against him at some stage, as there might have been a slightly mistimed tackle flying in. Then again, for some unknown reason, l assume he played rugby.
Never vote Tory, and l bet the grovelling shit apologises because of the upcoming backlash.
Wednesday, 13 September 2023
wrestling naked in an turkish coliseum
Come on, we've all wrestled naked in a Turkish Coliseum haven't we? No? Maybe just me and my mate then.
They should have had this sign up
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l used to be young a long long time ago
Two photos from when l used to be young (and skinny). Obviously taken a long long time ago, when l also used to run half marathons and ride a motorbike.
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