archram

This awful incident puts all the other things in football into perspective , wishing Tom Lockyer all the very best for his career and his future

i was referring to female specific comments

Retuning Ram, completely agree with you re the physio comment, same near me, just ignorance,, maybe those calling for her head can explain to me which booking was wrong , which penalty was wrong, she kept up with play unlike most of the males we get here. I wish her well, but she was not to blame for our appalling inability to see a game out yet again which is why Warne had no complaints about her because he knows where the blame lies 

Got literally nothing to do with her being a female. She had refereed us before today and was one of the best we’ve had. No excuse for her poor display today, there’s no sugar coating that, but her gender is irrelevant. 

Rubbish.
She got every major call right.
Warne had no arguments with the bookings or penalty.
She could have been tougher on their time wasting and general shithousery, but every booking was correct, as was the penalty.Hourihane could have had a red.
 

At least the sunset was worth watching 🤣

On the plus side, I took this lovely photo at the game. #nofilter 

From where I sat, in my opinion the referee and officials got every single decision spot on.
We got what we deserved - a point.

Stupid ref, enforcing the rules of the game. Who does she think she is.
1 min added. They've taken 2 minutes every time they've had a set piece. That's her worse decision yet.

Or the ladies?

Good luck in your recovery Tamworth ram hope all went well. But in the spirit of B4, you can’t support the mighty rams lying in bed, get up , take a paracetamol and run it off and you’ll be in Pride Park in no time at all!

Ignore the above (Yeah, yeah... ha, ha, very funny!).
Turned out it was an early flight after all... already been there, dropped him off, back in time for a Greggs brunch, and now just chillin' and killin' 4 hours of yer English time, before heading off for my stroll to PPS this avvy. 

It was almost like it was never in doubt. 
It was almost like it's in my DNA, yoof!
It was almost like it was meant to be.
It was almost like it was planned from heaven above, to ensure I didn't miss the game.
This week, I am mainly being a little more B4.
xxx
🐏
 

As someone prone to saying 'It's the hope that kills you'..
I've remembered now there is also the flip side. Whereas I've been looking for positives, seeing how few points outside the top 6 were are etc...
I'm now looking at Bolton and Portsmouth's fixture list and thinking they both have the easiest run of games I've ever seen!! And that only 3 points will do today...or we can kiss goodbye to top 2.
NB even if we romp clear and are top with games to spare, I'd be mithering who's out of contract, that we can't compete with the Championship teams, that the new right back seems injury prone and once said he enjoyed scoring a goal against us... its just a thankless task isn't it, the life of a football fan! 

Gutted! 😢
Been roped in to an "unavoidable" site meeting for 10:30 Monday in Swad.🤬
 
First off, I know B4 would suggest there is no such thing as "unavoidable", and to get my arse over to PPS to simultaneously introduce myself to him (we never met) and wave him goodbye. 😢
Secondly, I hope there's a great turnout from those less unreliable than me, and that my absence goes unnoticed.  He deserves nothing less than a bloody good turn out, and a bloody good send off. 
I repeat... Gutted!  😢 
 
#whataletdown

Was thinking about him while reading the thread where people were coming up with songs for John-Jules.
B4 sometimes liked to come up with potential chants for players. He was a man of many strengths, but it's fair to say songwriting wasn't one of them!

Daniel was such an infectious lad and you've clearly gleaned how much love there is out there for him amongst us lot. One of things that has struck me most we've even had supporters from other clubs who have posted here, some signing up to do so. I've never seen that before on here and I think it's a fitting testament to a lad who really was Mr Derby.
Of course it's bittersweet for you and your family, but I think you've shown a deal of the same qualities as B4 and have been very brave and dignified, even if there were times when inwardly you felt anything but. FWIW, I think we are all delighted to have made your acquaintance too (it's definitely helped us having you on here too) and you can rest assured that there will always be support when you need it from our occasionally dysfunctional, but usually compassionate members. We're here for you in B4's stead and we'll always do our best to share some B4isms and funnies to cheer you up should you feel down. There's a big back catalogue and trust me when I say that we've barely scratched the surface!
With love and respects to the you and your family,
86 x

I have that effect on a lot of women!  👀
 
If it makes it any easier for you (What a stupid thing to say! 🙄), I've had "A wee moment to myself" today, as it's the 4th anniversary of the first of my 4 sisters leaving us.  We lost both parents way, way too early, so I always assumed... by way of recompense, I guess... that the 5 of us siblings would last forever!  I can't tell you just how heavily it hit me, when it happened... and she wasn't even my favourite sis!  😉
  
You'll know all the clichés, so I'll not force them on to you here, but you know where we are, when you need us.  (*Ooops... that's one, innit!).

I suspect there are many on here with their own experiences, and their own wise words of comfort, so never be tempted to bottle those feelings up.  That ain't healthy!
... And the beauty of this place is that, when you do fancy a moment to yourself, you can flick a switch and we're all out of your hair!  
How perfect are we!  😉
 
#one day at a time.
xxx
🤍   

Me n er indoors were flying over for the Burton game. The move to Monday scuppered that, partially. She is now staying in NL. I'm flying in on the Saturday morning. Attending Burton Rugby Club former players lunch on the Saturday. Visiting friends on the Sunday. Match on the Monday and back to NL on the Tuesday before flying to Fuerteventura on the Thursday. I love this pensioner lark. 

Just noticed something, we have the same amount of goals scored (34) and goals conceded (16) as top of the league Portsmouth
We are nine points below them. That’s some classic Derby County stuff.
Playing the right notes just not necessarily in the right order…

It’s never easy, Claire, but it does help (immensely) to enjoy the memories.
Rule No1 in my book is never feel guilty about smiling… or laughing… about our lost loved ones. 
Yes, that in itself may sometimes lead to tears and literal heartache, but occasionally to more smiles, and more laughter. It feels bad. It feels wrong. But in reality, it’s healthy. It’s normal. 
The next few days in particular will no doubt feel like a roller coaster… physically and mentally.  
None of us can stop the ride, but we can hold your hand and help you through it. 
 
Stay strong for your parents, for Daniel, and most importantly for yourself. 
We’re all here for you. 
You’re our sister now. 
xxx 🤍

Daniel was a big part of this forum and he will always be remembered , it is perfectly natural to be feeling how you do at the moment , but I’m sure I’m not alone on here sending you love and strength as you cope with your grief , we are all here for you if and when you need to talk

He always knew his football did B4 ❤️

It feels surreal coming on here and having so many other people ‘get’ Daniel and also feeling his loss. I’m having a bad day today with it hitting home that he’s gone. It’s a bit less lonely hearing others speak about him 😢

Sorry, but I have to ask...
Anyone know if there's anywhere to get fish and chips nearby?
 
👀🤍

#BEMOREB4