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by ontario claret
Wed Jan 30, 2019 11:05 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Devon clarets
Replies: 92
Views: 12825

Re: Devon clarets

The Farm's reserve team plays in the Bristol Combination. Their firsts play in the Southern League South and West Divisioin, which is the 8th tier of English football. I've been told (by their own management) that they're now considered the 3rd team in the hierarchy of Bristol football, but there ar...
by ontario claret
Wed Jan 30, 2019 10:38 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Scott Arfield
Replies: 49
Views: 6224

Re: Scott Arfield

Scotty knew that his time was running out for being picked as an international and that the Canadian option was always open, and so chose it. Scotty has an ice hockey player's attitude. Just put your head down and never say die. You're not allowed time on the ball/puck in ice hockey.
by ontario claret
Wed Jan 30, 2019 10:19 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: How many hours
Replies: 10
Views: 1652

Re: How many hours

You all sound like you're all trying to outdo the other for a role in the Burnley version of the old comedy classic skit, "The Four Yorkshiremen". Does any of you actually live in a cardboard box? If so, you win.
by ontario claret
Wed Jan 30, 2019 10:11 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: If you can’t beat them, join them
Replies: 23
Views: 4160

Re: If you can’t beat them, join them

Are you suggesting that we changing the team nickname from "Clarets" to "Oliviers"?
by ontario claret
Wed Jan 30, 2019 10:07 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Six Nations 2019
Replies: 139
Views: 16818

Re: Six Nations 2019

LET'S GO SCOTLAND!!! I feel another Grand Slam in the works.
by ontario claret
Wed Jan 30, 2019 10:04 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Devon clarets
Replies: 92
Views: 12825

Re: Devon clarets

And Richard Eckersley played for Toronto FC.
by ontario claret
Wed Jan 30, 2019 9:59 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Devon clarets
Replies: 92
Views: 12825

Re: Devon clarets

I've planted the Claret flag in the clubhouse of Bristol Manor Farm FC (that's near Sea Mills railway station in Bristol). They all follow BFC there, especially their chairman, Geoff Sellek. If you're in the area, stop by and have a pint in the clubhouse. Tell them that you're a Burnley fan and you'...
by ontario claret
Wed Jan 30, 2019 9:47 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Sometimes I like #hashtags
Replies: 3
Views: 507

Re: Sometimes I like #hashtags

Before I get banned again, the previous posting was meant as a joke. I just finished watching "Die Hard" again for the umpteenth time, and I'm in a Bruce Willis frame of mind. "Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow." :)
by ontario claret
Wed Jan 30, 2019 9:42 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Sometimes I like #hashtags
Replies: 3
Views: 507

Re: Sometimes I like #hashtags

# this, pal. :)
by ontario claret
Wed Jan 30, 2019 9:38 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Who do you think will win the PL this year?
Replies: 54
Views: 4735

Re: Who do you think will win the PL this year?

I couldn't care less who wins it. I just know it's not going to be us.
by ontario claret
Wed Jan 30, 2019 9:34 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Scott Arfield
Replies: 49
Views: 6224

Re: Scott Arfield

The reason Scotty doesn't play for Scotland is that he's already played for Canada several times. His father was born in Scarborough, Ontario, which is the eastern part of Toronto. This is back in the days when there were actually still industrial jobs in Canada. Maybe his dad worked in the GM Scarb...
by ontario claret
Tue Jan 29, 2019 7:51 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Dog ban
Replies: 76
Views: 7952

Re: Dog ban

Charlie, how'd you do in Xpert 11 this year. I was the worst non-disbanded team in Division 3. Think of me as the Notts County of the Clarets Championship. At least I haven't been caught taking pictures of my manhood (at least not yet, probably because the subject matter is too small).
by ontario claret
Tue Jan 29, 2019 3:56 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Referee confirmed for Southampton game
Replies: 12
Views: 1770

Re: Referee confirmed for Southampton game

And Bosscat, I think that this is at least the 5th time that you've mentioned that you're going to Dubai on UTC. Give it a rest, until you intend to bring back some duty-free booze for the rest of us unfortunates.
by ontario claret
Tue Jan 29, 2019 3:53 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Referee confirmed for Southampton game
Replies: 12
Views: 1770

Re: Referee confirmed for Southampton game

Could be worse. Is Lee Mason still on the list?
by ontario claret
Tue Jan 29, 2019 3:51 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Adam ,the prolific goal scorer ,may join Burnley.
Replies: 19
Views: 4953

Re: Adam ,the prolific goal scorer ,may join Burnley.

Adam might be the perfect striker for us, as most of his best efforts come from his own half, and we seldom venture out of ours.
by ontario claret
Tue Jan 29, 2019 3:48 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: When Saturday Comes - February
Replies: 13
Views: 2420

Re: When Saturday Comes - February

Gawthorpe, do you think Solskjaer is trying to advise Dyche as well? Would that also explain our apparent interest in Austin?
by ontario claret
Tue Jan 29, 2019 3:44 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: When Saturday Comes - February
Replies: 13
Views: 2420

Re: When Saturday Comes - February

Actually, FC, I'm not surprised at all, although as I get older, the cold seems to get deeper and deeper into my bones. My rugby-playing days are definitely over. But I wouldn't be able to stand the constant heat and humidity in your parts, either. I enjoy the change in seasons too much, although my...
by ontario claret
Tue Jan 29, 2019 3:31 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Wimbledon v. Millwall
Replies: 9
Views: 1546

Wimbledon v. Millwall

Drawn in the next round of FA Cup. What are the odds of something kicking off here? Wimbledon aren't a rowdily supported side, usually, but with the proximity to Millwall, the plod better be alert. Even restricting ticket availability might not work.
by ontario claret
Tue Jan 29, 2019 3:22 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: snow
Replies: 61
Views: 8799

Re: snow

It's an "Alberta Clipper", exile. But you're right. Clipper systems are usually starved of a source of moisture, and so do little more than reinforce the cold, usually. This one is a little juicier than normal. (This all sounds rather sexual.) So, get your old lady out there in the morning, and ever...
by ontario claret
Mon Jan 28, 2019 8:48 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: When Saturday Comes - February
Replies: 13
Views: 2420

Re: When Saturday Comes - February

That article on lower league life in Scotland looks interesting. I should run down and buy a copy right now (if I can get my car out of the snowdrift).
by ontario claret
Sun Jan 27, 2019 9:07 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Millwall Vs Everton
Replies: 84
Views: 7984

Re: Millwall Vs Everton

What happens if Millwall draws Citeh at home in the next round? CANCEL ALL POLICE FURROUGHS!!!!
by ontario claret
Sun Jan 27, 2019 9:01 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Catching Pneumonia
Replies: 34
Views: 3756

Re: Catching Pneumonia

Also, people talk about Old Quebec all of the time, but they never talk about places like Old Brooklin. (That's where Brown's IGA, and the Brooklin Hotel used to be.) Seriously, smalltown Ontario has a certain charm not found in most places. You can find the basics of the old English/Scottish/Irish ...
by ontario claret
Sun Jan 27, 2019 8:51 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Catching Pneumonia
Replies: 34
Views: 3756

Re: Catching Pneumonia

Think of all of the alcohol taxes they'd miss out on otherwise.
by ontario claret
Sun Jan 27, 2019 8:49 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Catching Pneumonia
Replies: 34
Views: 3756

Re: Catching Pneumonia

But "foreigners" are allowed to imbibe, aren't they?
by ontario claret
Sun Jan 27, 2019 8:27 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Catching Pneumonia
Replies: 34
Views: 3756

Re: Catching Pneumonia

26 in Dubai? That's downright frigid by their standards, isn't it? Are you employed in construction or engineering, Bosscat?
by ontario claret
Sun Jan 27, 2019 8:16 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: No Sam Vokes ?
Replies: 109
Views: 17125

Re: No Sam Vokes ?

No to Sam Vokes. He wouldn't have made a difference today. He's too slow and only scores (usually) against lower class opposition (like Chelsea).
by ontario claret
Sun Jan 27, 2019 8:07 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Palace v Spurs
Replies: 24
Views: 2074

Re: Palace v Spurs

Why is Trippier taking pens for Spurs? Is he really their next best option? Did he ever take one for us?
by ontario claret
Sun Jan 27, 2019 8:00 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Catching Pneumonia
Replies: 34
Views: 3756

Re: Catching Pneumonia

10 cms. of unforecasted snow last night, but the main event comes tomorrow. Up to 30+ in the projected outlook. Of course, weathermen are never totally correct.
by ontario claret
Sun Jan 27, 2019 7:44 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Brady
Replies: 33
Views: 6376

Re: Brady

Don't worry. Taylor's ready to step in, apparently.
by ontario claret
Sun Jan 27, 2019 7:40 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Fantastic response from Burnley FC .....
Replies: 17
Views: 4131

Re: Fantastic response from Burnley FC .....

Great gesture from the club. Now, if they would only spend some of that money that they obviously have on strengthening the squad.........
by ontario claret
Sun Jan 27, 2019 7:29 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Will dyche ever
Replies: 140
Views: 9040

Re: Will dyche ever

Instead of questioning why Dyche put out the squad he did, people should ask why Citeh put out such a strong squad as they did. Instead of keeping your A team on the field and running up the score, why take the chance of somebody like de Bruyne getting hurt, when you're essentially playing our B tea...
by ontario claret
Thu Jan 24, 2019 8:09 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: United Ireland
Replies: 61
Views: 5273

Re: United Ireland

Do you deny that many of the present day "Loyalist" membership were Scots brought in to bolster the Protestant king, and given land and privileges in order to suppress the Catholic majority? That's always been my understanding. At one time you couldn't get a job in the Belfast shipyards unless you w...
by ontario claret
Thu Jan 24, 2019 4:45 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Caravan Storage
Replies: 10
Views: 2318

Re: Caravan Storage

Romas to the back of the line.
by ontario claret
Thu Jan 24, 2019 4:43 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Burton v City
Replies: 15
Views: 2126

Re: Burton v City

Any truth to the rumour over here that Burton had signed Robbie Blake to a one-day contract for the occasion?
by ontario claret
Thu Jan 24, 2019 4:39 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Jon Obi Mikel
Replies: 9
Views: 2672

Re: Jon Obi Mikel

Yes, but I heard that Stuart Downing is only going to be the new kit man. At 11 million pounds, it's a bargain.
by ontario claret
Thu Jan 24, 2019 4:36 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Nicola Sturgeon
Replies: 118
Views: 11617

Re: Nicola Sturgeon

I don't believe in ANY political party lead by a woman. That's why my sentiments have always been with the LibDems. Oops. There was that Jeremy Thorpe "guy", wasn't there.
by ontario claret
Wed Jan 23, 2019 7:14 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: United Ireland
Replies: 61
Views: 5273

Re: United Ireland

And who were these so-called "loyalists"? If they were already there, they must have been lowland Scots. Why else would they support a Protestant king?
by ontario claret
Wed Jan 23, 2019 5:49 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Catching Pneumonia
Replies: 34
Views: 3756

Re: Catching Pneumonia

It's a "drier" cold here. The cold comes from the Prairies in the winter, when the predominant wind is from the northwest. Winnipeg is the coldest and windiest major city. In the summer, the predominant is southwesterly, and often comes straight from the Gulf of Mexico. I don't mind the heat during ...
by ontario claret
Tue Jan 22, 2019 9:36 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: United Ireland
Replies: 61
Views: 5273

Re: United Ireland

The Rev.Ian Paisley, the Protestant firebrand, forever railing against "papist" causes. The last time I checked, Paisley is a Scottish name.
by ontario claret
Tue Jan 22, 2019 9:32 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: United Ireland
Replies: 61
Views: 5273

Re: United Ireland

Doesn't the real problem go back to the Jacobite Rebellion in Scotland? Weren't the Highlanders Catholic? And the Lowlanders, who supported the English crown, Protestents? Their reward for their support was land in Northern Ireland, although others were also given property in the south. My own great...
by ontario claret
Tue Jan 22, 2019 9:01 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Catching Pneumonia
Replies: 34
Views: 3756

Re: Catching Pneumonia

Well, you're always welcome, CC. May and September are the best months. But if FCBurnley can survive in Florida for 12 months of the year, then anytime is OK. You know what they say about mad dogs and Englishmen going out in the noonday sun. Just make sure you bring your little charmer with you. She...
by ontario claret
Tue Jan 22, 2019 7:50 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Catching Pneumonia
Replies: 34
Views: 3756

Re: Catching Pneumonia

The point I was trying to make was that it's the great swings in temperature that make you susceptible to catching something. In North America, storms are usually forming either over Texas or Colorado. The "stormpaths" decide if we in Southern Ontario get either rain or snow. We didn't get a lot of ...
by ontario claret
Mon Jan 21, 2019 7:39 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Catching Pneumonia
Replies: 34
Views: 3756

Re: Catching Pneumonia

Classical "clap" is venereal disease. So, unless you've been hanging out at the Kierby again, there shouldn't be a problem.
by ontario claret
Mon Jan 21, 2019 7:35 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: United Ireland
Replies: 61
Views: 5273

Re: United Ireland

The solution to the Ireland problem: send all of those damn Scots back to where they came from.
by ontario claret
Mon Jan 21, 2019 7:32 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: The German Eddie Howe
Replies: 14
Views: 1851

Re: The German Eddie Howe

My favourite Howe is still Gordie.
by ontario claret
Mon Jan 21, 2019 7:30 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Catching Pneumonia
Replies: 34
Views: 3756

Re: Catching Pneumonia

Actually, it's a choice between pneumonia and consumption with you lot. Tropics aren't any better. Too many bugs. My grandfather caught malaria in the tropics and eventually died from it after serving in the Danish merchant marine. Unless you move to California, there is no perfect climate. And now ...
by ontario claret
Mon Jan 21, 2019 7:25 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Catching Pneumonia
Replies: 34
Views: 3756

Re: Catching Pneumonia

If people aren't whinging, they're not happy.
by ontario claret
Mon Jan 21, 2019 7:21 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Greatest moment of 20C
Replies: 49
Views: 3805

Re: Greatest moment of 20C

Since when did anybody in Birmingham, Alabama care about what went on in English football?
by ontario claret
Mon Jan 21, 2019 7:05 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Catching Pneumonia
Replies: 34
Views: 3756

Catching Pneumonia

I was just out for a spin in my car. My temperature gauge said the outside temperature was -17C., with the wind blowing out of the northwest at about 30 mph. They were expecting the overnight "windchill" temperature to be about -38C. And the forecast? Two days from now: rain, and a temp around +4C. ...
by ontario claret
Mon Jan 21, 2019 6:57 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Brady
Replies: 35
Views: 5227

Re: Brady

Speaking of Bradi, whatever happened to Marsha Brady?