Christmas Tree

Dont normally pay too much attention to other leagues or the mackems but just had a peak at the league table and didnt realise how close they are. I am sure most would have been delighted with the set up they have and considered it to be a step in the right direction; A billionaire owner A well loved former player as Chairman An established premiership manager in Steve Bruce Money spent on the likes of Bent etc And yet its still turned to shit for them ....

Oh for the golden days when the nice officers could have chucked the camcorder in the Thames and given them a real good kicking.

Cant you get away with a bit of patio growing? Some strawberries in hanging baskets, taties in a bin, tomatoes up a fance?

I would love to see him and Guthrie given a go in the middle but wonder if we will ever see a decent run of form from him. He certainly has something extra if only he could show more of it.

Oh Dear.... (to coin a phrase) True though Being an optimist I can live with making optimistic predictions in the same way that you have to live with your legendary, arse-splintering, fence sitting remarks. Im also sure you wouldnt let me get away with being wise after the event

I think he'll do well and is growing in the job. Whats funnier was the clamour for Shearer with no coaching experience and no management experience. Scoring a hat-ful of goals doesn't make you a good manager. Can't fault him this season and he deserves some credit, a lot of credit in fact. He will be out on his arse before Christmas next season imo. Then I dread to think who the fat cunt will employ since this is the man who thought JFK was up to the job. Shearer I think would have done a similar job but has the advantage of being a globally famous personality and has links to the club. He had coaching experience and as much managerial experience as Hughton at the time. Are you having a pop at him for a job he was never given a chance to do? Not really having a pop at Shearer, just commenting on the fact that Hughton still doesnt carry much weight with some fans, wher as Shearer would probably being immortalised for achieving the same result. We would also not be saying he would be out on his arse by Christmas. Surely you can see the mis match. Aye, but that's common sense given their relative statures at the club and with some fans. You're needlessly stating the obvious. You also have nothing to base the fact that Shearer would have been worse on. I'd say our results this season show how big the gap between us and the premiership is, not that Hughton is now somehow a good manager. We'll see soon enough. But its not common sense, thats the point. If Shearer had done the same Job that Hughton has done, you would not be writing that he will be out on his arse by Christmas. With regard to your other comments, I think Shearer is too aloof in a Roy Keane way. And as for the gap theory, it aint working for Boro. Im not saying Hughtons the next Wenger, but I will back him until its proved he is not capable. I don't think a young Wenger or Ferguson could be successful under Ashley, Shearer's well out of it imo. Are you seriously saying Boro's mediocre form is proof that the gap between the leagues isn't as gaping as a Rocco Silfredi victim? No, just saying you cant have it always

I think he'll do well and is growing in the job. Whats funnier was the clamour for Shearer with no coaching experience and no management experience. Scoring a hat-ful of goals doesn't make you a good manager. Can't fault him this season and he deserves some credit, a lot of credit in fact. He will be out on his arse before Christmas next season imo. Then I dread to think who the fat cunt will employ since this is the man who thought JFK was up to the job. Shearer I think would have done a similar job but has the advantage of being a globally famous personality and has links to the club. He had coaching experience and as much managerial experience as Hughton at the time. Are you having a pop at him for a job he was never given a chance to do? Not really having a pop at Shearer, just commenting on the fact that Hughton still doesnt carry much weight with some fans, wher as Shearer would probably being immortalised for achieving the same result. We would also not be saying he would be out on his arse by Christmas. Surely you can see the mis match. Aye, but that's common sense given their relative statures at the club and with some fans. You're needlessly stating the obvious. You also have nothing to base the fact that Shearer would have been worse on. I'd say our results this season show how big the gap between us and the premiership is, not that Hughton is now somehow a good manager. We'll see soon enough. But its not common sense, thats the point. If Shearer had done the same Job that Hughton has done, you would not be writing that he will be out on his arse by Christmas. With regard to your other comments, I think Shearer is too aloof in a Roy Keane way. And as for the gap theory, it aint working for Boro. Im not saying Hughtons the next Wenger, but I will back him until its proved he is not capable.

And dont forget a giant sunflower for the litl'un

These are the ones I have just sewn yesterday in a propagator. Will then transplant them into pots in the conservatory before planting out. Im sure there are loads more you could plant depending on your tastes. Bean Chereoke Trail of Tears Cauliflower Romanesco Ottobrino Lettuce Mix Mange Tout Oregon Sugar Pod Peas Climbing Telephone Raddish Mixed Easter Egg Sweet Peppers Yollo Wonder Sweet Peppers Banana Sweet Corn Dolce Lettuce Iceberg Great Lakes 118 Lettuce Little Gem Peas Petoi Pois Waverix Tomatoes Tigerella

Oh Dear.... (to coin a phrase)

I think he'll do well and is growing in the job. Whats funnier was the clamour for Shearer with no coaching experience and no management experience. Scoring a hat-ful of goals doesn't make you a good manager. Can't fault him this season and he deserves some credit, a lot of credit in fact. He will be out on his arse before Christmas next season imo. Then I dread to think who the fat cunt will employ since this is the man who thought JFK was up to the job. Shearer I think would have done a similar job but has the advantage of being a globally famous personality and has links to the club. He had coaching experience and as much managerial experience as Hughton at the time. Are you having a pop at him for a job he was never given a chance to do? Not really having a pop at Shearer, just commenting on the fact that Hughton still doesnt carry much weight with some fans, wher as Shearer would probably being immortalised for achieving the same result. We would also not be saying he would be out on his arse by Christmas. Surely you can see the mis match.

I think he'll do well and is growing in the job. Whats funnier was the clamour for Shearer with no coaching experience and no management experience. Scoring a hat-ful of goals doesn't make you a good manager. Much like the KK appointment, the Shearer one was out of the blue rather than as a result of a 'clamour'. Tabloid-tastic to suggest otherwise. I am referring more to the various discussions etc on here and elsewhere during the summer. I have no doubt that if Ashley had appointed Shearer and we had achieved the same as now, Shearer would be being touted as the next big thing, next england manager etc. For the record I dont think Shearer would have done as well as Hughton has.

I think he'll do well and is growing in the job. Whats funnier was the clamour for Shearer with no coaching experience and no management experience. Scoring a hat-ful of goals doesn't make you a good manager.

you were on about spraying your seed everywhere last night. I thought it may have been because i uploaded this allotment picture by mistake, clearly showing my imprisonment of small children.

you were on about spraying your seed everywhere last night. :jonas:

Brilliant that. I always wonder if they actually need the conductor there or if its just a bit of an ego trip. Surely they perform the piece exactly the same each time. I must also say that I actually cant stand local hero.

Its funny, the first thing you do is try and recall what you said and who you've upset

Woke up to an account suspension this morning. Just me or others????

Cheers for that. Most of what I've read says the same.....Its all about soil prep. As for an unfulfilled interest, take my advice and get your name on the local waiting list now if you havent already done so.

what do you mean by "big things". Playing in europe ? The last time we did this, people moaned about signing "trophy players", debts, and spouted on about "being embarrassed" including booing the team when they finished 5th. Leazes, do you actually still enjoy being a fan? Do you go to matches? I think everyone on this board knows where you are coming from but the past is the past and now is now. Somebody was rattling on today about the good old days when you could go out and have your choice of jobs. Yes it was better than today buts is still gone, its history. I have said many a time that the likes of me 40's will never again experience the ride that we had under Keegan. Coming for a stand point of little expectation to playing in the champions league. I can harp on about those days til the cows come home but if I dont move on and live in the here and now, how could I ever enjoy being a fan again.

As you will see the place was in quite a state when we got it and the firs priority was getting rid of the rubble and weeds. In the last few weeks we have got some raised beds in and are intending to have a lawned area for the kids to play and have some barbecues. Although it looks a mess, the site is in a gorgeous position and is bordered by some lovely big trees etc We were lucy enough to have a greenhouse already there and a shed that we managed to salvage. We are also making a diy polytunnel out of scaffolding poles and Blue water pipe to grow lots of peppers, courgettes, Grapes etc. Down there tomorrow so I will add some of the "after pics".

This will be my first proper year and Im really looking forward to getting stuck in. I dug up the back lawn and then got an allotment towards the end of summer so the winter has really seen us trying to get the place in shape ready for spring. (And four eggs a day from the chickens ) Going to post a few pics

pardon my ignorance, but what the heck is an allotment? you need permission to grow veg? An allotment is an "allotment" of land alloted to the working man. The land is usually owned by the local council or the church. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Allotment_(gardening)

This is the same for the majority of prem clubs. As we saw last year and again this year, once you get outside the top 9 or so it is rollercoaster stuff where all season is relegation avoidance. There is no money out there to buy clubs so Ashleys only solution is to build the club up both on the field and off it whether he likes it or not. The more succesful he can make it, the more chance of getting more for it when he does sell. This can only be good for Newcastle.

Well its that time of the year again and my new batch of seeds have just arrived and are germinating as I type. My choice this year is; Bean Chereoke Trail of Tears Beetroot Albino White Broccoli Purple Sprouting Cabbage Savoy Perfection Cauliflower Romanesco Ottobrino Carrots Royal Chantenay Courgettes Bianca de Trieste Cucumbers Marketmore 76 Lettuce Mix Mange Tout Oregon Sugar Pod Peas Climbing Telephone Raddish Mixed Easter Egg Sweet Peppers Yollo Wonder Sweet Peppers Banana Sweet Corn Dolce Carrots Cosmic Purple Courgettes Zuchini Yellow Cucumbers Crystal Lemon Lettuce Iceberg Great Lakes 118 Lettuce Little Gem Peas Petoi Pois Waverix Tomatoes Tigerella Have found a cracking supplier on Ebay whose prices are amazing and he lists some very good vatieties. Delivers in 2-3 days. This year we are trying some of the more unusual stuff that you wont find in the supermarket. Purple Carrots Crystal Lemon Cucumbers Tigerella Tomatoes http://stores.shop.ebay.co.uk/Premier-Seed...634Q2ec0Q2em322 Also looking to get some 1 year old Asparagus crowns in the ground. Reccomended a variety called Connovers Colossal. Also asda are selling chitting potatoes now so got a bag of Marus Pipers and a bag of Juilienne. Finally a couple of Giant Sunflowers for the nipper.