Match Thread Season 02, Round 1: Keptin Mafia (KEP) vs Western Stars (WST) at ChippyBet Stadium, Keptin Reserve

[Elton Johns Wig]

 

[Crimson Azure]

 

[sabso]

lol, should I know this?

Crimson Brimson?

Brimson Azure

 

[Elton Johns Wig]

 

[Crimson Azure]

Have the mafia been keptin again by the retirement village nurses?

 

[Crimson Azure]

Brimson Azure

Son of brim, I’m at the brim and about overflow into qricket domination. You’ve unleashed greatness!

Qrimson Azure

 

[MC Bad Genius]

Apologies in advance for this turning into a bit of a long one, but I've been thinking a lot lately about what life is all about.

Which isn't surprising really, as I'm facing my in-laws' mortality at the moment - my father-in-law is suffering from dementia that we can't really lie and say is just the "early stage" anymore and my mother-in-law is almost completely housebound with a litany of physical ailments. She jokes that together they make one complete person, but it ain't far from the truth.

One of my good mates is on a bit of a health kick at the moment. His take on it is that it's not about maximising life expectancy (which to be honest, we might be a little beyond that point) but about maximising life satisfaction. His old man was pretty overweight his whole life and his last 5-6 years have been a real physical battle for him and he's missed out on a lot of grandfather time not from a lack of want, but because his body is really letting him down now.

And I was recently made redundant, so I've had a bit of time lately to actually think about all of this. Although I struggled with self-confidence in my last role a little bit, it's kind of unusual for me and was probably a pretty good sign of burnout. But even my normal confident self was a little bit concerned about being in my 40s and wondering whether I was at a point where potential employers would think I didn't have as much to offer because of my age. Probably slightly premature to be thinking that, but it's something real I have to contemplate now.

But then, I saw a video online of Bob Odenkirk (from Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul etc) talking to another comedian (Mike Birbiglia) on a podcast about why he's jealous of people who have small kids and it was really beautiful:



It was a fantastic reminder that being a great parent is actually my purpose. I flirted with VERY low-level fame when I was a bit younger playing music and once I stopped that, I really struggled to think about who I was and what kind of legacy I wanted to leave on the world. Maybe that's something universal, but I felt it really personally. But what's so obvious in that video is that OF COURSE my legacy is my children - hopefully I can bring them up to be a light in the darkness, to be empathetic and understanding of people's differences, to show compassion to those that are suffering and to fight for justice. That ripple effect via my kids can be the mark that I leave on this world.

Anyways, all of this is really just to say that I actually hate the Western Stars and I genuinely hope we rub your faces in the dirt.

 

[Crimson Azure]

Apologies in advance for this turning into a bit of a long one, but I've been thinking a lot lately about what life is all about.

Which isn't surprising really, as I'm facing my in-laws' mortality at the moment - my father-in-law is suffering from dementia that we can't really lie and say is just the "early stage" anymore and my mother-in-law is almost completely housebound with a litany of physical ailments. She jokes that together they make one complete person, but it ain't far from the truth.

One of my good mates is on a bit of a health kick at the moment. His take on it is that it's not about maximising life expectancy (which to be honest, we might be a little beyond that point) but about maximising life satisfaction. His old man was pretty overweight his whole life and his last 5-6 years have been a real physical battle for him and he's missed out on a lot of grandfather time not from a lack of want, but because his body is really letting him down now.

And I was recently made redundant, so I've had a bit of time lately to actually think about all of this. Although I struggled with self-confidence in my last role a little bit, it's kind of unusual for me and was probably a pretty good sign of burnout. But even my normal confident self was a little bit concerned about being in my 40s and wondering whether I was at a point where potential employers would think I didn't have as much to offer because of my age. Probably slightly premature to be thinking that, but it's something real I have to contemplate now.

But then, I saw a video online of Bob Odenkirk (from Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul etc) talking to another comedian (Mike Birbiglia) on a podcast about why he's jealous of people who have small kids and it was really beautiful:



It was a fantastic reminder that being a great parent is actually my purpose. I flirted with VERY low-level fame when I was a bit younger playing music and once I stopped that, I really struggled to think about who I was and what kind of legacy I wanted to leave on the world. Maybe that's something universal, but I felt it really personally. But what's so obvious in that video is that OF COURSE my legacy is my children - hopefully I can bring them up to be a light in the darkness, to be empathetic and understanding of people's differences, to show compassion to those that are suffering and to fight for justice. That ripple effect via my kids can be the mark that I leave on this world.

Anyways, all of this is really just to say that I actually hate the Western Stars and I genuinely hope we rub your faces in the dirt.

Thanks very much mate for your openness and honesty. I do really appreciate when posters feel comfortable enough on here to be honest, but also share with us things that they worry about, enjoy, love and appreciate.

All the best with what you’re dealing with, remember what makes you happy and what you’re hoping for.

I made a decision early in life that what made me happy and brought me joy and satisfaction would never be related to my work. By the sounds of it, you’ve gained a similar focus with your children.

Just to make you happy, I’m going to go outside and rub my face in the dirt. Then I still plan to destroy the klaptouts come game day.

 

[Jabba73]

Is your team named after the antibiotic or the Russian village?

Or both?

It is a name of a place, unlike the general direction a compass can point ... and if you do ask questions about it, you might get disappeared, just sayin'.

In the court of?

Was just passing by?

 

[Pamcake1]

Apologies in advance for this turning into a bit of a long one, but I've been thinking a lot lately about what life is all about.

Which isn't surprising really, as I'm facing my in-laws' mortality at the moment - my father-in-law is suffering from dementia that we can't really lie and say is just the "early stage" anymore and my mother-in-law is almost completely housebound with a litany of physical ailments. She jokes that together they make one complete person, but it ain't far from the truth.

One of my good mates is on a bit of a health kick at the moment. His take on it is that it's not about maximising life expectancy (which to be honest, we might be a little beyond that point) but about maximising life satisfaction. His old man was pretty overweight his whole life and his last 5-6 years have been a real physical battle for him and he's missed out on a lot of grandfather time not from a lack of want, but because his body is really letting him down now.

And I was recently made redundant, so I've had a bit of time lately to actually think about all of this. Although I struggled with self-confidence in my last role a little bit, it's kind of unusual for me and was probably a pretty good sign of burnout. But even my normal confident self was a little bit concerned about being in my 40s and wondering whether I was at a point where potential employers would think I didn't have as much to offer because of my age. Probably slightly premature to be thinking that, but it's something real I have to contemplate now.

But then, I saw a video online of Bob Odenkirk (from Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul etc) talking to another comedian (Mike Birbiglia) on a podcast about why he's jealous of people who have small kids and it was really beautiful:



It was a fantastic reminder that being a great parent is actually my purpose. I flirted with VERY low-level fame when I was a bit younger playing music and once I stopped that, I really struggled to think about who I was and what kind of legacy I wanted to leave on the world. Maybe that's something universal, but I felt it really personally. But what's so obvious in that video is that OF COURSE my legacy is my children - hopefully I can bring them up to be a light in the darkness, to be empathetic and understanding of people's differences, to show compassion to those that are suffering and to fight for justice. That ripple effect via my kids can be the mark that I leave on this world.

Anyways, all of this is really just to say that I actually hate the Western Stars and I genuinely hope we rub your faces in the dirt.

You lost me at the last line MC Bad Genius .
Which is a shame, as now I have mislaid a little bit of compassion for anything else you have said.
I had it before but it must have slipped between the cushions, give me a minute and I'll see if I can find it.
Oh there it is a bit linty and crunched up.

I am like many, in the same situation with my parents being 93 & 88 and the wheels are falling off bigtime and it is tough and has been a very tough and difficult year.
That isn't going to get any better in one way but in another way the end of the tunnel is in sight.
The price of love.....
As Bette Davis said, getting old aint for sissies.

By only defining yourself through your offspring, though important, sets you up for issues dealing with change further down the track when they have and need to become their own people.

Nothing is fixed, the ground is always shifting underfoot and it is necessary to learn some deft steps to dance/surf lightly through life.
Looking at and appreciating what you have rather than what you don't, difficult in this world of concentrated consuming that is always creating a feeling of the void/lack, is imperative.
Solace can be found everywhere if you train your eyes and antenna.

My antenna is always tuned to music, that can hold more than words ever can.
So rather than a battle cry in response to your last line, I chose this instead and chose to wish all my sisters and brothers peace.

 

[myblueroan]

Apologies in advance for this turning into a bit of a long one, but I've been thinking a lot lately about what life is all about.

Which isn't surprising really, as I'm facing my in-laws' mortality at the moment - my father-in-law is suffering from dementia that we can't really lie and say is just the "early stage" anymore and my mother-in-law is almost completely housebound with a litany of physical ailments. She jokes that together they make one complete person, but it ain't far from the truth.

One of my good mates is on a bit of a health kick at the moment. His take on it is that it's not about maximising life expectancy (which to be honest, we might be a little beyond that point) but about maximising life satisfaction. His old man was pretty overweight his whole life and his last 5-6 years have been a real physical battle for him and he's missed out on a lot of grandfather time not from a lack of want, but because his body is really letting him down now.

And I was recently made redundant, so I've had a bit of time lately to actually think about all of this. Although I struggled with self-confidence in my last role a little bit, it's kind of unusual for me and was probably a pretty good sign of burnout. But even my normal confident self was a little bit concerned about being in my 40s and wondering whether I was at a point where potential employers would think I didn't have as much to offer because of my age. Probably slightly premature to be thinking that, but it's something real I have to contemplate now.

But then, I saw a video online of Bob Odenkirk (from Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul etc) talking to another comedian (Mike Birbiglia) on a podcast about why he's jealous of people who have small kids and it was really beautiful:



It was a fantastic reminder that being a great parent is actually my purpose. I flirted with VERY low-level fame when I was a bit younger playing music and once I stopped that, I really struggled to think about who I was and what kind of legacy I wanted to leave on the world. Maybe that's something universal, but I felt it really personally. But what's so obvious in that video is that OF COURSE my legacy is my children - hopefully I can bring them up to be a light in the darkness, to be empathetic and understanding of people's differences, to show compassion to those that are suffering and to fight for justice. That ripple effect via my kids can be the mark that I leave on this world.

Anyways, all of this is really just to say that I actually hate the Western Stars and I genuinely hope we rub your faces in the dirt.

You take your light wherever you go MC. And I for one am grateful you shine it on threads across SFA.
Thanks for a highly relatable post.

I've come to thinking that adopting a spiritual practice of acceptance with whatever 'is' ..moving toward it, if you can't quite find it ...it's a way of saying yes...suffering happens. We hate it, but we grow from it - it's alchemical.
You can test this by looking back on events in your life and how they changed you.

If I didn't believe in the entelechial pull of the human race toward greater good in love - I would not get up each morning.

Also. I believe in pummelling our opposition because they are cheeky sods.
Except. Pammy.
I want to see her bat at least 50.

 

[Pamcake1]

You take your light wherever you go MC. And I for one am grateful you shine it on threads across SFA.
Thanks for a highly relatable post.

I've come to thinking that adopting a spiritual practice of acceptance with whatever 'is' ..moving toward it, if you can't quite find it ...it's a way of saying yes...suffering happens. We hate it, but we grow from it - it's alchemical.
You can test this by looking back on events in your life and how they changed you.

If I didn't believe in the entelechial pull of the human race toward greater good in love - I would not get up each morning.

Also. I believe in pummelling our opposition because they are cheeky sods.
Except. Pammy.
I want to see her bat at least 50.

That will be a first.

 

[MC Bad Genius]

While all of that post was pretty much true, it was all a bit tongue-in-cheek because I knew what the last line was going to be haha.

But I'm glad it provoked some good vibes too - thanks for sharing your insights too!

 

[MP_]

Apologies in advance for this turning into a bit of a long one, but I've been thinking a lot lately about what life is all about.

Which isn't surprising really, as I'm facing my in-laws' mortality at the moment - my father-in-law is suffering from dementia that we can't really lie and say is just the "early stage" anymore and my mother-in-law is almost completely housebound with a litany of physical ailments. She jokes that together they make one complete person, but it ain't far from the truth.

One of my good mates is on a bit of a health kick at the moment. His take on it is that it's not about maximising life expectancy (which to be honest, we might be a little beyond that point) but about maximising life satisfaction. His old man was pretty overweight his whole life and his last 5-6 years have been a real physical battle for him and he's missed out on a lot of grandfather time not from a lack of want, but because his body is really letting him down now.

And I was recently made redundant, so I've had a bit of time lately to actually think about all of this. Although I struggled with self-confidence in my last role a little bit, it's kind of unusual for me and was probably a pretty good sign of burnout. But even my normal confident self was a little bit concerned about being in my 40s and wondering whether I was at a point where potential employers would think I didn't have as much to offer because of my age. Probably slightly premature to be thinking that, but it's something real I have to contemplate now.

But then, I saw a video online of Bob Odenkirk (from Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul etc) talking to another comedian (Mike Birbiglia) on a podcast about why he's jealous of people who have small kids and it was really beautiful:



It was a fantastic reminder that being a great parent is actually my purpose. I flirted with VERY low-level fame when I was a bit younger playing music and once I stopped that, I really struggled to think about who I was and what kind of legacy I wanted to leave on the world. Maybe that's something universal, but I felt it really personally. But what's so obvious in that video is that OF COURSE my legacy is my children - hopefully I can bring them up to be a light in the darkness, to be empathetic and understanding of people's differences, to show compassion to those that are suffering and to fight for justice. That ripple effect via my kids can be the mark that I leave on this world.

Anyways, all of this is really just to say that I actually hate the Western Stars and I genuinely hope we rub your faces in the dirt.

Great post mcbg, my kids are now 16, 19 and 21 and all I want to do now is everything I can to get them into their own homes because they are going to struggle to do it themselves. My mother in law has just been put in hospital, she has terminal cancer but has been fighting it for 6-7 years , she started another round of radiation last week but has now picked up rhinovirus, we’re hoping she gets out today so she can spend Christmas with her grandkids as we think this may be her last Chrissy. I’ve been off work for 6 months now , waiting for back surgery so it certainly gives you time to reflect. I’ve gone through many emotions and my mental health is close to the lowest it’s ever been but I’m staying here to help my kids succeed. This forum and the people involved here really do get you through the bad days.

Anyways looking forward to eating lots of kfc during this match.

 

[Pugsley]

I went for Pamasaurus.

Thoughts Pamcake1?

Better than the dinosaur with sore buttocks, megasaurus.


I'll see myself out

 

[Pugsley]

You’re a real card…


You should be dealt with.

Not the first time I've heard that

 

[Chipmunk]

Thank you for sharing MC Bad Genius and MP_

 

[Chipmunk]

The Keptin selectors' meeting is in progress ... with the team selection to be revealed this evening (ie when I wake up).

Have a good day!

 

[Robertio]

The Keptin selectors' meeting is in progress ... with the team selection to be revealed this evening (ie when I wake up).

Have a good day!

Your selectin won't make any difference to the final result mate

 

[Chipmunk]

Your selectin won't make any difference to the final result mate

Tadpole has something to say about that, she heard what you said about the quality of her keeping to the Western Press.

 

[Robertio]

Tadpole has something to say about that, she heard what you said about the quality of her keeping to the Western Press.

As long as she doesn't hear what i say about Collingwood I'm safe.

 

[MP_]

The Keptin selectors' meeting is in progress ... with the team selection to be revealed this evening (ie when I wake up).

Have a good day!

I’ve seen how you really select the team

 

[Chipmunk]

I’ve seen how you really select the team

So that’s why there is a note on the door saying ‘no kissing’ !

 

[Robertio]

I’ve seen how you really select the team

 

[Crimson Azure]

The Keptin selectors' meeting is in progress ... with the team selection to be revealed this evening (ie when I wake up).

Have a good day!

Live footage of team selection.