Halo Stickman

Digressing from the main path of this thread a little, you, Pap, are one of only two posters (Tim being the other one, thanks to you!) that I can put a face to. I like the fact that I tend to build up pictures of posters in my imagination. I think I'd be quite disappointed to find out that Bear wasn't actually a bear or Goat not actually a goat. Does anyone else feel like this, or am I just weird?

Wouldn't be the first time, Little Miss Moody ffs, now look what you've made me do

I did my best, Patrick!

I haven't really got any set views on this, but as it was me who suggested you start this thread, then I feel almost obliged to post something, so here goes: I think judging a person by what they write is probably better than a lot of other yardsticks some people use: wealth, appearance, background etc. However, a problem that can occur is when posters use irony, sarcasm, parody etc. As you mentioned in the other thread, it is difficult to convey these things by just using the written word, and some people seem to struggle more than others to pick up when someone is not being particularly serious – or just joking – about a subject. Also, how some people post depends on their mood on that particular day, but I guess this is reflected in real life as well.

Jeff, the question as to how much someone can, or should, judge a person by what they write on a forum would probably make for an interesting discussion. Why don't you start a separate thread, because, as Patrick says, this thread is interesting enough as it stands?

Sorry. Gurnard Primary Cowes Secondary Modern IW Technical College Newport Police Station (holding cell 1) HMP Parkhurst (max. security wing)

A woman saying sorry - this place never ceases to amaze me.

I remember how disappointed and underwhelmed I was on meeting one of my childhood heroes: Basil Brush

There's a cultural element to this sort of thing that varies from one country to another

So, by my reckoning, Saturday's meet-up is Pap, Bucks, saint in winchester, Goat and Lou. Does anyone know how to photoshop a 'G' for a 'B'?

When I got married in the mid-80s it was very unusual for the wife not to take her husband's name, so, we didn't even think about not doing that, IIRC. I'm not sure I'd have been too bothered if she hadn't have wanted to, although I suspect my parents may have been disappointed – perhaps it's a generation thing. As an interesting (imo) aside to this discussion, when conducting some family history research, I uncovered quite a few illegitimate ancestors with unusual middle names – back then it was quite common for a bastard child to carry his or her father's surname (if known) as a middle name.

I reckon there's a smutty joke in there somewhere.

Do I get first turn with Bucks? I'm not going anywhere you and Pap have been!

3 pints, a packet of crisps, and a straw please, barman.

Just a suggestion, Pap - I think more people might be enticed to turn up if you and Lou swapped roles

PompeyLass, GYTOFTL!

Those Red Cross collectors are a bloody nuisance at times

Ok PompeyLass, we'll keep an eye out for you

Metropolitan Police probed over child abuse 'cover-up' claims http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-31907201

I read somewhere over the w/e that there are supposed to be six counties vying for Kevin Pietersen's signature this summer. Anyone know if we're one of them? Great batsman, but wouldn't want him here again, personally – although perhaps others see things differently?

Yes, I see where you're coming from, Bucks! But remember, some of the stuff on here may well be parody, Your Honour

You cheeky hussy! I'll set Mrs Stickman on to you - I think you'll get on very well together.

Lou, I don't think I can make it this Saturday, but just in case there's a change of plans, I thought I'd better post this so that you can recognise me (I'm the topless one) Incidentally, what's to stop someone turning up and introducing themselves as someone else, just for a laugh.

I, too, was touched by Bear's beautiful poem, Lou, and feel that us muppets should jointly compose a Homer-style Epic of Love, Lust, Tragedy, Lost and Derring-do. I'll start us off with the first 2 verses: Bear tapped upon Louise's door And asked if she was able “Of course I am, you ursine fool Now climb up on the table” Bear lay there in a state of glee His boner glowing like an ember Then Lou took out her hunting knife And started to dismember ...

Boruc on the motm voting list