Crab Lungs

Morning, errrr, afternoon all. Slept in after last nights expedition, though will be heading back into 'the Dam' soon. Thanks for all the recommendations - I have to say, I probably won't be able to see them all but I've now got a better idea of what I want to see and where I want to go now instead of walking around blind - I mean, I only booked about 5 hours before the flight was about to depart on Wednesday morning so had absolutely no time to do some 'research' ! Obviously being new to the city (and of course equally amused and bewildered) we managed to take a 'wrong turn' last night and ended up walking a side alley lit with blue lights. 'Different' I conceded to myself until I saw the first occupant in the window. 'erm, very chiselled' I pondered as I continued on to the next booth... ...and if I was having doubts about this particular side alley and its residents, they were unashamedly confirmed when I turned to face what can only be described as 'Rambo.' I wanted to u-turn there and then but considered that since I'd gone this far, I might as well see the rest. But of course, there were many highlights though Everyone here we've met so far has shared the same trait - very friendly, very helpful and they all put alot of emphasis on 'sh' after every compatible word! Anyway, the big day is now upon us - we are apparently 'warming up' with a stroll of the RDL once more which will once again see the moral dilemma versus primal instincts crash violently together on a personal note. Part of me thinks 'when in Rome...' the other says 'No!' - we'll see what develops! I'm staying in Hoopdorf (sp?) outside the city centre but we've sorted a taxi for later and albeit quite expensive, its not THAT much when the bill is split. Let's see what todays festivities bring

Experiences? I'm over here for NYE and having not long been in, I'm still in quite a daze! I considered myself quite 'worldly', but damn how wrong I was. Anyway, just looking for experiences and tips from anyone who has experienced the city - culturally or, erm otherwise! Will be heading back to the RDL tomorrow... :goodman:

Peter Storrie has at least been trying to find new investors in Australia:

James 'Haddock'

http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/sport/football/2788567/Pompey-face-wind-up-petition.html#mySunComments Read the rather moving piece by 'PompeyAnt'

The latest futille attempt of masking the situation. C'mon Skates, games up... http://www.portsmouthfc.co.uk/LatestNews/news/PFC-Statement-433.aspx

Heard some classics so far, from throwing shoes onto the pitch (arabian insult?), holding a4 question marks in the air, PFC coffins at FA headquarters or Frogmore Rd to picketing the players entrance.

Over 10,000 tickets left for Portsmouth v Coventry in the FA Cup. Best fans in the world. Chortle.

Why are there people still being c[]nts to PES? ****ing hell....

Spot on... have to say, getting a tad frustrated that Lee Holmes hasn't been used yet. He's awesome, way too good for L1. Hopefully he'll be able to justify my opinion to alot of you soon...

Grrrrrrrrrrrrrr so ****ed off with shotgun ******s...

LoL, I'm really enjoying reading rallyboy's posts.

He was an absolutely terrible RB when he was with us. It was only when he reverted to CB that he was any good. Hopefully some on here will remember his stand-offish/lack of pace/awareness problems when he played that position for us. At CB though, he was half decent - his reading of the game better suited a position like centre half and counter-acted against the pace. As for Surman... looke well off the pace. That said, he hasn't been playing of late so to be expected to be 'sharp' immediately was probably quite a big ask - yet watching him, I couldn't help but feel he was completely out of his depth in the PL.

Here is a little lesson for you: Remember, when you point a finger, there are three pointing back.

In my personal opinion, we are a couple of places short in the squad that would provide us real depth. I don't know what Moritz Volz is up to these days, but he'd be a sensational right back to have in L1, assuming he would drop down to this level and we can afford him. I'd also compliment Lambert with another striker - maybe someone in the Jon Parkin/Steve Howard/Darius Henderson mould to give big Rickie a rest when he needs one - or someone who would at least attract the attention away from Rickie in games. I don't think having another big, burly centre-forward would do us any harm at all - we're mobile enough as a team to work around Rickie and ANother's deft touches and hold up play to score from anywhere on the pitch. And of course, we've still got the mobility and different blend of Connolly/Waigo/Lallana if need be. Does anyone know what happened to that Plymouth striker we have/had on trial? It's an old saying but I don't believe that any strengthening would upset the side whatsoever - as long as we strengthen in the EXACT places we need to.

Don't we have any new comedy reported today in the rags? There has got to be something...!

Probably under 40,000 if Dons/Carlisle final... prob near-on sellout if Leeds/Saints

ah, happy times :-) http://www.doctorwho-episodes.com

Many many a night I spent wishing I could be Ace's doctor. FWIW, my favourite doctors were Pertwee, Baker and my personal no.1 McCoy. I haven't watched much of the new series (kinda grew out of it and was a bit perplexed at the political undertones the BBC peddled out) but I do like Tennent too. For me, the worst was Ecclestone. Absolutely abominable. Anyone know where the hell I can watch some McCoy episodes? Not that I want to fap to Ace.... I just want to watch 'Survivor' and 'Curse of Fenric' again

I am particularly fond of this comment: "I'm sorry, but I just can't see what anyone would hope to get (legitamatly) from Investing in this club.. there area no rewards financially with our current setup, the outlay to bring everything up to a profitable level for this level are just too great. Even at £1 and no debts the club isn't going to give you any cash back at this level." LOL

you mean, like.... Lee Holmes?

LOL... where is that plaice plunderer when you so desperately need him for a January transfer update? By the way, including the expected sales of Kaboul, James, Smith, Williamson and the return of O'Hara AND the loss of their African Nations players, what is the total of the exodus?

yes, and we were in the prem nearly 30 years. and we've got a better stadium, training ground etc and we've got a bigger fanbase. and we're not riddled with debt. and we've developed more players than them over the years. and we're in the ascendency and they are quite the opposite...

Possibly, TDD, they could. Anyway, does anyone actually rate Theo that highly? I've always said he is way behind in his development as a footballer and is still more of a sprinter than anything? Premier League player, yes. International footballer? Despite that Croatia game amd that world class dribble v Liverpool, I still 'hmmmmm' over his inclusions. Anyway, sorry, off topic!