Off Topic Warm Glow- Since 2014- now like Milan- Mackem Free

It’s not just Europe. It’s the little ****s on the streets today who take the piss out of old or infirm folk, many of whom are infirm because of their sacrifice. The youth of today have no respect.
If I see an elderly person struggle to walk I offer my arm or help in any way I can.
If I see a poppy seller I dig deep.
It’s nowt really but it’s the right thing to do.

 

wow mate never knew you had so many great values big respect

 

Same here mate always have done, makes me feel good.

 

I’ve taken lots of time over the years to understand what sacrifices were made mate. I hope today’s young uns never have to experience what our elders did.

 

when i was in Kenya i saw how much the poor ****ers suffered that why i helped the local footy team changed their name to Sunderland Keroche and got our lads to contribute kit balls nets clothes shoes , those lads love the north east now

 

You know the thing that gets me. There are these old boys and girls, with their medals on in the freezing cold shaking a poppy collection box. They should be in a warm pub with a nice pint and a bite to eat whilst the likes of you and I take their place.
In fact I may look into this later in the year for the autumn collection.

 

It's reassuring to know that the military shaped you into the well grounded, educated and respectful chap you are.

 

my family all served in the navy as well, mum had a big family, 3 brothers lost

 

I remember you mentioning that. Wasn’t there kits from all north east teams collected?

I remember when Sir Bob died, the Gallowgate was full of shirts from around the region (and as far up as Scotland) and they were sent to Africa too.

 

put me down but i need a bic and iban number as well as the account number to send it

 

My grandad went down on the Ark Royal mate. Luckily he lived to sail another day.

 

Will let you know later on in the year mate.

 

My old man fought in Burma, enlisted in 1942. He would never have dreamt of telling anyone and everyone about his experiences though. And as for posting tripe on an internet forum

 

yep even Newcastle ones were sent , they set up a team and played Derbys sadly they couldn't get any backing and went tits up

 

where have i written any of my army experiences, please read before opening trap

 

My other Grandad only entered the European Theatre at the end of the war and helped keep the peace in Berlin. He manned a Bren gun carrier and loved making Russian Sentries duck!

My cousin was in 4th Armoured in Gulf War 1 and was at the back of the column that those yank Planes shot up in friendly fire.

 

That was some seriously tough fighting there Dorts. Serious ****.

 

I think your username, for starters, gives it a way you Wally.

 

GOOD ON YER GRANDDAD.......bet he was a great guy.