[AnnieK]

Just caught up on this....some fantastic recent entries.

Thanks for the song Kate

[Maru]

Originally Posted by Holly Christmas

Merry Christmas Maru, I chose this song for you because I'm pretty sure your other half works away, I hope that's correct and the lyrics seemed suitable. Let me know if you like it.

Youtube video

Aww, thank you Kate. Yes, it certainly applies.

[Ammi]

Originally Posted by Cherie Christmas

did you write that poem Ammi

….ahhhhh no, the poem was written by the wonderful professor of poetry, Benjamin Zephaniah who died last year in 2023…he was also an actor and played a part in Peaky Blinders but it’s not something I’ve watched so I don’t know what his character was…he was also a musician/very multi talented…it’s a great poem, I think……

[Cherie]

Originally Posted by Pigeon Lady

….ahhhhh no, the poem was written by the wonderful professor of poetry, Benjamin Zephaniah who died last year in 2023…he was also an actor and played a part in Peaky Blinders but it’s not something I’ve watched so I don’t know what his character was…he was also a musician/very multi talented…it’s a great poem, I think……

it is brilliant yes, thanks for sharing

[Kate!]

Today is Rusti's day.
@Rustic bauble

[Zizu]

Originally Posted by Pigeon Lady

….ahhhhh no, the poem was written by the wonderful professor of poetry, Benjamin Zephaniah who died last year in 2023…he was also an actor and played a part in Peaky Blinders but it’s not something I’ve watched so I don’t know what his character was…he was also a musician/very multi talented…it’s a great poem, I think……

Do you not fancy Peaky Blinders ??

I was completely hooked within the first few minutes …


You should watch the start of Episode1 or maybe watch the official trailer ??

[rusticgal]

Christmas is full of shiny things
That sparkle, gleam and glow
These holiday pleasures dazzle us
And yet deep down we know...

That Christmas has its special gifts
But our year round joy depends
On the cherished people in our lives
Our family and our friends...


Not going to lie its been a tough year with those I cherish...but I am looking forward to a lovely Christmas with them.

I wish you all a heartfelt Happy Christmas because there is something special about each and every one of you.


....cue Greg Lake for me somebody please...

[Ammi]

Originally Posted by Rustic bauble

Christmas is full of shiny things
That sparkle, gleam and glow
These holiday pleasures dazzle us
And yet deep down we know...

That Christmas has its special gifts
But our year round joy depends
On the cherished people in our lives
Our family and our friends...


Not going to lie its been a tough year with those I cherish...but I am looking forward to a lovely Christmas with them.

I wish you all a heartfelt Happy Christmas because there is something special about each and every one of you.


....cue Greg Lake for me somebody please...

….awww, it’s been a tough year for you all, Rusti……but the take away is also that as this year ends, you’re all looking forward to a lovely Christmas together…I wish you and your loved ones a very safe and happy 2025 ……

Youtube video

[Ammi]

…that’s a very beautiful poem, btw……

[Ammi]

Originally Posted by Zizu

Do you not fancy Peaky Blinders ??

I was completely hooked within the first few minutes …


You should watch the start of Episode1 or maybe watch the official trailer ??

…I will take your recommendation in 2025 and move it up the watch list a few places……

[Kate!]

Originally Posted by Rustic bauble

Christmas is full of shiny things
That sparkle, gleam and glow
These holiday pleasures dazzle us
And yet deep down we know...

That Christmas has its special gifts
But our year round joy depends
On the cherished people in our lives
Our family and our friends...


Not going to lie its been a tough year with those I cherish...but I am looking forward to a lovely Christmas with them.

I wish you all a heartfelt Happy Christmas because there is something special about each and every one of you.


....cue Greg Lake for me somebody please...

Merry Christmas Rusti. You're something special yourself xx

[rusticgal]

Originally Posted by Pigeon Lady

….awww, it’s been a tough year for you all, Rusti……but the take away is also that as this year ends, you’re all looking forward to a lovely Christmas together…I wish you and your loved ones a very safe and happy 2025 ……

Youtube video

Thanks Ammi…xx

[rusticgal]

Originally Posted by Holly Christmas

Merry Christmas Rusti. You're something special yourself xx

Thank you Kate..x

[Kate!]

It's the turn of our merry @MTVN today

[Cherie]

aw Rusti, lovely poem and love a bit of Greg Lake, wishing you and your family a very happy Christmas x

[MTVN]

Great messages Barry, Ammi and Rusti

Feel like every year I just post the Pogues and Bad Santa content so this year I have done a poem. Have written this over a lovely pint of Guinness in Dublin where I am enjoying a quick pre-Christmas getaway. I am actually seeing the Pogues here later this evening so can't think of anything more Christmassy than that and there's some very cheerful festive vibes in the city.

Jolly James saves Christmas

Twas just a week before Christmas
But Santa's work was not yet done:
He knew this list was vital business
But it was no ones idea of fun.
How to decide who's naughty and nice;
He turned to an old friend for advice.
So he paid a visit to James at the Towers;
There he stayed for hours and hours.
Niamh and Annie were there on standby
To explain every ban and infraction.
'Dear me what a mean interaction!'
Santa despaired with a cry.
The naughty list was growing by the second
Until James called him over and beckoned.

'Now look Santa we've had our tough times;
Some members have had their beef.
But let us now forgive them these crimes:
It's time to turn over a new leaf.
It is Christmas, after all
And the members are having such a ball;
Just look at the advent calendar thread
And let's add names to the nice list instead'.
Santa went to give it a read
And afterwards he had to agree
That the joy was there for all to see
'Presents all round' he now decreed.
With that he flew off into the night
Wishing a Merry Christmas to all on this site.

And here's a bit of Chris de Burgh to round it off

Youtube video

Merry Christmas all and here's to another great year on the forum

[Kate!]

Originally Posted by MTVN

Great messages Barry, Ammi and Rusti

Feel like every year I just post the Pogues and Bad Santa content so this year I have done a poem. Have written this over a lovely pint of Guinness in Dublin where I am enjoying a quick pre-Christmas getaway. I am actually seeing the Pogues here later this evening so can't think of anything more Christmassy than that and there's some very cheerful festive vibes in the city.

Jolly James saves Christmas

Twas just a week before Christmas
But Santa's work was not yet done:
He knew this list was vital business
But it was no ones idea of fun.
How to decide who's naughty and nice;
He turned to an old friend for advice.
So he paid a visit to James at the Towers;
There he stayed for hours and hours.
Niamh and Annie were there on standby
To explain every ban and infraction.
'Dear me what a mean interaction!'
Santa despaired with a cry.
The naughty list was growing by the second
Until James called him over and beckoned.

'Now look Santa we've had our tough times;
Some members have had their beef.
But let us now forgive them these crimes:
It's time to turn over a new leaf.
It is Christmas, after all
And the members are having such a ball;
Just look at the advent calendar thread
And let's add names to the nice list instead'.
Santa went to give it a read
And afterwards he had to agree
That the joy was there for all to see
'Presents all round' he now decreed.
With that he flew off into the night
Wishing a Merry Christmas to all on this site.

And here's a bit of Chris de Burgh to round it off

Youtube video

Merry Christmas all and here's to another great year on the forum

Aah genius Matt. That's amazing. Great job. Merry Christmas to you and yours. Xx

[Niamh.]

Originally Posted by MTVN

Great messages Barry, Ammi and Rusti

Feel like every year I just post the Pogues and Bad Santa content so this year I have done a poem. Have written this over a lovely pint of Guinness in Dublin where I am enjoying a quick pre-Christmas getaway. I am actually seeing the Pogues here later this evening so can't think of anything more Christmassy than that and there's some very cheerful festive vibes in the city.

Jolly James saves Christmas

Twas just a week before Christmas
But Santa's work was not yet done:
He knew this list was vital business
But it was no ones idea of fun.
How to decide who's naughty and nice;
He turned to an old friend for advice.
So he paid a visit to James at the Towers;
There he stayed for hours and hours.
Niamh and Annie were there on standby
To explain every ban and infraction.
'Dear me what a mean interaction!'
Santa despaired with a cry.
The naughty list was growing by the second
Until James called him over and beckoned.

'Now look Santa we've had our tough times;
Some members have had their beef.
But let us now forgive them these crimes:
It's time to turn over a new leaf.
It is Christmas, after all
And the members are having such a ball;
Just look at the advent calendar thread
And let's add names to the nice list instead'.
Santa went to give it a read
And afterwards he had to agree
That the joy was there for all to see
'Presents all round' he now decreed.
With that he flew off into the night
Wishing a Merry Christmas to all on this site.

And here's a bit of Chris de Burgh to round it off

Youtube video

Merry Christmas all and here's to another great year on the forum

That's brilliant Matt Enjoy the concert

[Ammi]

……wonderful poetry with that Dublin touch…have a lovely evening and an excellent Christmas, Matt……

[Beso]

https://youtu.be/arY57gOCdV8?si=_ZOkT9_o8AX4Hdt2

[Cherie]

Originally Posted by MTVN

Great messages Barry, Ammi and Rusti

Feel like every year I just post the Pogues and Bad Santa content so this year I have done a poem. Have written this over a lovely pint of Guinness in Dublin where I am enjoying a quick pre-Christmas getaway. I am actually seeing the Pogues here later this evening so can't think of anything more Christmassy than that and there's some very cheerful festive vibes in the city.

Jolly James saves Christmas

Twas just a week before Christmas
But Santa's work was not yet done:
He knew this list was vital business
But it was no ones idea of fun.
How to decide who's naughty and nice;
He turned to an old friend for advice.
So he paid a visit to James at the Towers;
There he stayed for hours and hours.
Niamh and Annie were there on standby
To explain every ban and infraction.
'Dear me what a mean interaction!'
Santa despaired with a cry.
The naughty list was growing by the second
Until James called him over and beckoned.

'Now look Santa we've had our tough times;
Some members have had their beef.
But let us now forgive them these crimes:
It's time to turn over a new leaf.
It is Christmas, after all
And the members are having such a ball;
Just look at the advent calendar thread
And let's add names to the nice list instead'.
Santa went to give it a read
And afterwards he had to agree
That the joy was there for all to see
'Presents all round' he now decreed.
With that he flew off into the night
Wishing a Merry Christmas to all on this site.

And here's a bit of Chris de Burgh to round it off

Youtube video

Merry Christmas all and here's to another great year on the forum

have a great time with the Dubs Matt

[rusticgal]

Brilliant Matt…the Guinness worked a treat

[MTVN]

Originally Posted by Holly Christmas

Aah genius Matt. That's amazing. Great job. Merry Christmas to you and yours. Xx

Originally Posted by ChristmasNeeve

That's brilliant Matt Enjoy the concert

Originally Posted by Pigeon Lady

……wonderful poetry with that Dublin touch…have a lovely evening and an excellent Christmas, Matt……

Originally Posted by Cherie Christmas

have a great time with the Dubs Matt

Originally Posted by Rustic bauble

Brilliant Matt…the Guinness worked a treat

One of the best gigs I've ever seen tonight. Crowd so lively and a stream of special guests who all did real justice to the Pogues songs. The Wallopers were out in force and did a great job @Pigeon Lady

Shane McGowan's wife came out at the end and said a few words too which was a lovely touch

[Ammi]

Originally Posted by MTVN

One of the best gigs I've ever seen tonight. Crowd so lively and a stream of special guests who all did real justice to the Pogues songs. The Wallopers were out in force and did a great job @Pigeon Lady

Shane McGowan's wife came out at the end and said a few words too which was a lovely touch

….ahhhhh, if you didn’t have the Christmas spirit in your soul before then I’m sure that Dublin has put it right there for you…such an amazing and special memory for you and everyone there……

[Cherie]

Originally Posted by MTVN

One of the best gigs I've ever seen tonight. Crowd so lively and a stream of special guests who all did real justice to the Pogues songs. The Wallopers were out in force and did a great job @Pigeon Lady

Shane McGowan's wife came out at the end and said a few words too which was a lovely touch

that was a nice touch, I feel you probably have some Irish blood in you somewhere Matt, you give off an Irishy vibe