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Groundhopping - A Tiddler’s Travels

Discussion in 'Charlton' started by ElfsborgAddick, Aug 20, 2017.

  1. ElfsborgAddick

    ElfsborgAddick Well-Known Member

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    Off to walk the dog before preparing for the game.
    How times change.
     
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  2. ElfsborgAddick

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    It's gone to penalties after a riveting 0-0 draw!

    Given the dramas of a VAR over here these pens will take some time<yikes>
     
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    Botafogo PB won on pens and now move on to the (what I believe)group stage of the cup.
     
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  4. lardiman

    lardiman We can rebuild him
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    Sorry once again for the long delay in posting any new travels pics.
    I've had to fight my own computer to wrench the pics off my mobile - they both think they're working for the Post Office <doh>
    But I managed to download. So sorting out comes next <ok>
     
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    Guvnor, an en-suite, a beach, and a lovely holiday here is waiting for you<party>
     
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    Heard the en-suit is the beach <doh>
     
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    It overlooks the beach.
     
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  8. lardiman

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    OK, here's something a bit new...

    :huh: Groundhopper's Mystery Travels! :huh:

    Elfs, somehow I managed to delete all the messages you sent me between September and Christmas 2023 <doh>
    All I have are some sets of pictures - starting with this one:

    Mid November 2023 - March Town United

    March Town Utd 27 Nov 2023 (1).jpg March Town Utd 27 Nov 2023 (2).jpg March Town Utd 27 Nov 2023 (3).jpg March Town Utd 27 Nov 2023 (4).jpg March Town Utd 27 Nov 2023 (5).jpg March Town Utd 27 Nov 2023 (6).jpg March Town Utd 27 Nov 2023 (7).jpg March Town Utd 27 Nov 2023 (8).jpg March Town Utd 27 Nov 2023 (9).jpg

    Elfs can you fill us in on their opponents, the score on the day and all the usual details?
    Sorry I've lost them - I must have pressed the wrong button at some point :emoticon-0111-blush
     
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  9. Smudger603

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    <laugh><laugh><laugh> Us oldens + technology = disasters
     
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    No worries mate, as always multiple :emoticon-0137-clapp for your time and trouble.
    March beat Desborough 1-0, fully deservedly.

    From memory, I paid around £8 for concession admission and badge.

    We were treated extremely well, my two chums had said I was over from Brazil and we were invited for 1/2 time tea and sandwiches:emoticon-0169-dance.
     
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  11. lardiman

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    :1980_boogie_down: They're back!! :emoticon-0169-dance

    000 Brasil Travels.png

    7th January 2024 ... Copa do Nordeste (North East Regional Cup)

    :emoticon-0171-star: Botafogo 0-0 Jaquipence :emoticon-0171-star: Botafogo won 3-1 on penalties <ok>

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    :police: Admission: 30 reais (£5)
    Peanuts (2 bags): £1.50
    :emoticon-0164-cash: Total outlay: £6.50

    Described as an "appalling game" <doh>
    Botafogo are 3rd Division :emoticon-0162-coffe Jaquipence are below 4th Division :emoticon-0167-beer:

    BIG terraces... and they appear to feed a whole posse of resident cats - rodent control I assume...
     
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  12. Smudger603

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    Let’s hope Elfs isn’t intimidated by the rodent control! <laugh>
     
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    Thinking about it maybe pest control would be more appropriate! <laugh>
     
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    <wah>
    The bloody things were bigger than me.
     
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    :emoticon-0172-mooni
     
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    Happy Sunday folks<badger>.

    So much for the fluency and skill over here, we'd beat these boys.

    Nice ground although a bit like the attire of @Smudger603 a little dated.
     
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    <laugh><laugh><laugh>
     
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    It’s easier to get child size clothing than adults :emoticon-0148-yes:<laugh><laugh><laugh>
     
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    Cheaper as well<cheers>
     
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    Good day to you kind Sir.
     
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