The Dew Drop Inn Virtual Rugby Pub, Dar es Salaam

by Pete C (Kiwireddevil) Wed 02 May 2012, 2:24 pm

First topic message reminder :

Hamjambo. Karibuni Virtual Rugby Pub - a place where you can come in for a sly beverage and discuss whatever's on your mind, or just eavesdrop on the regulars if you fancy a break from all the rugby chat. The pub has ventured to Dar es Salaam in Tanzania to visit pub regular MBTGOG on his big trip there. Maisha marefu! Afya! Vifijo!

The only rule in this pub is one of mutual respect for everyone in it, oh and no defacing the pictures of Sir Fred "The Needle" Allen, Aberdeen Shikoyi, Isoa Damudamu, Chris "Mossy" Patterson, Nathan Hines and Simon Danielli. The poor defenseless IRB referee's jersey draped over the dartboard is fair game though Whistle

Old Pub: https://www.606v2.com/t28295p950-the-dew-drop-inn-virtual-rugby-pub-cross-keys#1181705

Translations
Hamjambo. Karibuni ... - Hello. Welcome to ...
Maisha marefu! Afya! Vifijo! - Cheers

by Suspicious lurker Thu 03 May 2012, 12:35 pm

Gibson wrote:
Rava wrote:
red_stag wrote:From a reliable source. David Wallace will announce his retirement from rugby tomorrow.

Top bloke. Great player. I wish him well, I hope he stays involved with the game. He could teach the kids a lot

Ah man. Wally was one of the true WC players we ever had. 1st Shaggy, now Wally. Two wonderful servants for province and country, gone in the space of weeks. Hope he stays within the game.

Thanks Wally. You were brilliant.

+1

Were going to see at lot of iconic players retire in the next couple if years for Ireland. Our golden generation is reaching its end :-(

by Mickado Thu 03 May 2012, 12:39 pm

Invictus is a good flick, just suspend your logic when you look at the size of Matt Damon. He's actually good in it though, maybe Biltong could tell us if his accent was any use but to my untrained ear he sounded the part. MrsP is right though, don't watch it as a rugby movie, that's only part of it.

Poor ould Wally, one of my favourite players ever. Shame he didn't go out on a high but i'll always remember the classic Wally moments. Against England in 2007, England scrum 5m from their try line, the ball comes out to Harry Ellis who's feicin MONSTERED back over his try line by Wally, scrum to Ireland, Wally picks off the back of the scrum and batters his way to the line. Lovely try.

by Gibson Thu 03 May 2012, 12:40 pm

At this stage Hoog, it's the Silver Generation.

by **Notch** Thu 03 May 2012, 12:45 pm

Silver Generation is a lot more apt. Finished second best when it mattered the most.

by **rodders** Thu 03 May 2012, 12:52 pm

Never mind England 2007 Mick, that performance he put in against England in 2011 was unbelievable, almost superhuman!

I'd probably just rank him behind O'Driscoll and O'Connell as the best Irish player over the last decade. Amazing player. Totally broke the mould for backrowers.

by AsLongAsBut100ofUs Thu 03 May 2012, 12:55 pm

Hoog wrote:Alright peeps

Nice day off today, and plan on doing nothing

That is all

Apart from getting over yer hangover - big jessie Whisky

PS Don't forget to call the OT and the Sun?

by Glas a du Thu 03 May 2012, 12:58 pm

When's his brother Paddy off then?

David Wallace had a long bedding in period when the Irish selectors were not really spoilt for choice. His class showed through when he kept that berth as the challengers rose and made it his own against very decent opposition. The Ireland he leaves is unrecognisable from the one he debuted for. He's been a beacon through that change.

by AsLongAsBut100ofUs Thu 03 May 2012, 1:02 pm

Gibson wrote:The Great Ummm, has only gone and won 2 x tickets, train fares, accomodation, etc - for the Heino Final. Won it in a HC comp.

May see him and his missus for pints in London. I'll send him the details, when ye guys remind me where and when.

Gib, that's great news, will add him to the list

So far the arrangements are:
Sat 19th - 12.30-15.00 Buffet lunch in the private room upstairs at the Triple Crown in Richmond, then head off to the Fanzone and the game
19.00 onwards back at the Orange Tree or the Sun Inn both in Richmond

That's it, nothing sorted for the Amlin the night before, possibly meeting for lunch on Friday

by Luckless Pedestrian Thu 03 May 2012, 1:04 pm

"Abuse directed at women is always sexual or violent.

"If somebody is considered attractive, it's a sexual and violent fantasy levelled against them. If someone is considered unattractive, it's personal remarks about their body."

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-17936006

Well that's not true. Is a woman's stupid, you just call her sh!t-for-brains.

by red_stag Thu 03 May 2012, 1:09 pm

Glas he was actually second choice for both Munster and Ireland for a few years after others did well during his injuries.

He was an amazing talent as a young player and toured with the Lions in 2001 and was the first forward to score in an Heineken Cup final at age of 23.

But in his mid 20s he ended up bench warming after getting a series of injury which stalled his progress. I would say that he was nearly 29 before he really got back into the Musnter/Ireland teams.

by AsLongAsBut100ofUs Thu 03 May 2012, 1:14 pm

Luckless Pedestrian wrote:"Abuse directed at women is always sexual or violent.

"If somebody is considered attractive, it's a sexual and violent fantasy levelled against them. If someone is considered unattractive, it's personal remarks about their body."

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-17936006

Well that's not true. Is a woman's stupid, you just call her sh!t-for-brains.

by AsLongAsBut100ofUs Thu 03 May 2012, 1:15 pm

Heino final crew:

The Auld Fella
The Auld Fella that lives in France
The Auld Fella in charge of HelfnSafety
The Auld Fella that is also King of Wales
His missus
Hoogues (+ ma/da/bro with great name/bro with great name's doris/ma's mate)
Hound (+ Andy)
George & Michelle
Aonghus
Aonghus's mysterious +1
~~A single Mick (H variety, maybe *)~~
The Reverend WhereverTheresADangerousSituationSendMeIn&I'llBeWearingAKilt
KiwiRD
The Auld (but considerably younger than the Auld fellas) Wee Wummin frae Perthshire + bro
Notch and his da
rodders + GF
WillyGilly (maybe *)
PJ (maybe *)
Staggy (maybe * - depending on work commitments)
The ummm, and ummimina
And the Auld Fella in the kilt

by Luckless Pedestrian Thu 03 May 2012, 1:21 pm

That's quite a guest list. I'm jealous of you all!

by Suspicious lurker Thu 03 May 2012, 1:23 pm

AsLongAsBut100ofUs wrote:
Hoog wrote:Alright peeps

Nice day off today, and plan on doing nothing

That is all
Apart from getting over yer hangover - big jessie

PS Don't forget to call the OT and the Sun?

Yeah I've mailed them already but won't contact the sun till after they get back to me

by Guest Thu 03 May 2012, 1:27 pm

I'll be honest, as much as I want to attend the Heino, I am tempted to give up my ticket and not travel. If I hadn't booked my train I'd opt out for sure, but meeting my kilted friend is a major plus.

by Suspicious lurker Thu 03 May 2012, 1:31 pm

What's causing this rev??

by Guest Thu 03 May 2012, 1:34 pm

Just been thinking since G & M have been after tickets. I do want to go, but it'll be a bit pricey maybe. It's probably more that I don't want a Leinster fan to miss out.

by Suspicious lurker Thu 03 May 2012, 1:35 pm

I've already gotten George one

by **rodders** Thu 03 May 2012, 1:35 pm

Myself and the GF will definitely be over at the final, not sure what time we'll arrive it depends on how quick we can get from stansted on Saturday morning.

Not sure what yous have planned but don't feel oblidged to throw a 606 dog a bone here... Whistle

...we can always meet up for a pint at some stage if yous are doing a pub thing guinness

by Guest Thu 03 May 2012, 1:36 pm

Hoog wrote:I've already gotten George one

M still needs one no?

by Gibson Thu 03 May 2012, 1:39 pm

Hoog wrote:
AsLongAsBut100ofUs wrote:
Hoog wrote:Alright peeps

Nice day off today, and plan on doing nothing

That is all
Apart from getting over yer hangover - big jessie

PS Don't forget to call the OT and the Sun?

Yeah I've mailed them already but won't contact the sun till after they get back to me

Hoogster,
I just phoned George and he had just laid out for 2 x tickets online. Cost him, but because he had already spent 500 on plane tickets(madness) and a few bob on accomodation, he couldnt take the risk of waiting any longer. There are 1000's upon 1000's, from all over the Globe, looking for tickets now. They could have half-filled Twickers again.

Just to let you know, he said Thanks a mill Huggie, you are a star!

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by red_stag Thu 03 May 2012, 1:44 pm

Why would he do that Gibbo.

I could have got him match tickets and plane tickets for less than €500 together!!!

Still can if he wants it.

Shocked

by Guest Thu 03 May 2012, 1:44 pm

Well that settles it then. I will go if they are sorted. I would've given it up otherwise to help out.

by AsLongAsBut100ofUs Thu 03 May 2012, 1:45 pm

rodders wrote:Myself and the GF will definitely be over at the final, not sure what time we'll arrive it depends on how quick we can get from stansted on Saturday morning.

Not sure what yous have planned but don't feel oblidged to throw a 606 dog a bone here... ...we can always meet up for a pint at some stage if yous are doing a pub thing

Nonsense, rodders, get involved, lad

by Gibson Thu 03 May 2012, 1:46 pm

Risca Rev wrote:Just been thinking since G & M have been after tickets. I do want to go, but it'll be a bit pricey maybe. It's probably more that I don't want a Leinster fan to miss out.

Do ya know what it is Rev?

I love you man. I really do. Its people like you, who make me love this game even more.

Stunning jesture. Now I'll be givin ya more than a sloppy kiss in Lahndaaan... GULP. The Dew Drop Inn Virtual Rugby Pub, Dar es Salaam - Page 3 769663

So just to be clear Hoog, they are sorted now man yeah?

Love yiz all.

by Suspicious lurker Thu 03 May 2012, 1:49 pm

Yeah no worries gibbo its cool

Delighted they got two together and was glad to help out on the first place

by Rava Thu 03 May 2012, 2:25 pm

Risca Rev wrote:Just been thinking since G & M have been after tickets. I do want to go, but it'll be a bit pricey maybe. It's probably more that I don't want a Leinster fan to miss out.

Oh aye, there ye go again mad

by Guest Thu 03 May 2012, 2:43 pm

Leinster or Ulster. If you see my post on my status last night I wrote SUFTUM to my Ulster mate, so there boxing

Gibbo, it was nothing. Just trying to help. I know I'd hate to miss out if my team got to a final.

by Rava Thu 03 May 2012, 2:46 pm

Only joshing Rev mate. You come along and support Leinster if you want. They will need all the support they can get as apparently all the other neutrals will be supporting Ulster Whistle

by red_stag Thu 03 May 2012, 2:47 pm

Risca Rev wrote:Gibbo, it was nothing. Just trying to help. I know I'd hate to miss out if my team got to a final.

Rev, I would gladly give up my ERC Final tickets if Dragons were there. Now, granted I probably will have long departed this world and rugby will be played entirely by cyborgs at that stage but still the gesture remains. Hug

I would hate for both the Dragons fans to miss it.

by Glas a du Thu 03 May 2012, 2:59 pm

Luckless Pedestrian wrote:"Abuse directed at women is always sexual or violent.

"If somebody is considered attractive, it's a sexual and violent fantasy levelled against them. If someone is considered unattractive, it's personal remarks about their body."

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-17936006

Well that's not true. Is a woman's stupid, you just call her sh!t-for-brains.

Yeah, but that means you are determined to oppress her into your patriarchical hegemony, force her to give you sexual favours, wash the dishes and hoover.

by Gibson Thu 03 May 2012, 3:01 pm

Glas a du wrote:
Luckless Pedestrian wrote:"Abuse directed at women is always sexual or violent.

"If somebody is considered attractive, it's a sexual and violent fantasy levelled against them. If someone is considered unattractive, it's personal remarks about their body."

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-17936006

Well that's not true. Is a woman's stupid, you just call her sh!t-for-brains.

Yeah, but that means you are determined to oppress her into your patriarchical hegemony, force her to give you sexual favours, wash the dishes and hoover.

You mean marry her like, Glas?

by Glas a du Thu 03 May 2012, 3:03 pm

Only if she has land and no siblings.

by Gibson Thu 03 May 2012, 3:04 pm

Fair enuf. Good call.

by Guest Thu 03 May 2012, 3:06 pm

red_stag wrote:
Risca Rev wrote:Gibbo, it was nothing. Just trying to help. I know I'd hate to miss out if my team got to a final.

Rev, I would gladly give up my ERC Final tickets if Dragons were there. Now, granted I probably will have long departed this world and rugby will be played entirely by cyborgs at that stage but still the gesture remains. I would hate for both the Dragons fans to miss it.

You'll be departing this world a lot sooner when I get hold of you Wink

I'll support the winners Rav. Might get free pints off happy people then.

by AsLongAsBut100ofUs Thu 03 May 2012, 3:17 pm

red_stag wrote:
Risca Rev wrote:Gibbo, it was nothing. Just trying to help. I know I'd hate to miss out if my team got to a final.

Rev, I would gladly give up my ERC Final tickets if Dragons were there. Now, granted I probably will have long departed this world and rugby will be played entirely by cyborgs at that stage but still the gesture remains. I would hate for both the Dragons fans to miss it.

He's a one! Laugh

by Guest Thu 03 May 2012, 3:24 pm

He is bless him laughing

by Rava Thu 03 May 2012, 3:26 pm

Glas a du wrote:Only if she has land and no siblings.

What about a tractor? I would want to see a photograph as well.

Of the Tractor Very Happy

by Glas a du Thu 03 May 2012, 3:35 pm

Blue. She can feic off if it's green or red.

by AsLongAsBut100ofUs Thu 03 May 2012, 4:50 pm

RABODIRECT PRO12 DREAM TEAM 2011 / 12

FULL BACK ISA NACEWA (LEINSTER)

RIGHT WING TIM VISSER (EDINBURGH)

OUTSIDE CENTRE CASEY LAULALA (CARDIFF BLUES)

INSIDE CENTRE ASHLEY BECK (OSPREYS)

LEFT WING ALEX CUTHBERT (CARDIFF BLUES)

OUTSIDE HALF DUNCAN WEIR (GLASGOW WARRIORS)

SCRUM HALF RUAN PIENAAR (ULSTER)

LOOSE HEAD PROP JON WELSH (GLASGOW WARRIORS)

HOOKER RICHARDT STRAUSS (LEINSTER)

TIGHT HEAD PROP BJ BOTHA (MUNSTER)

LOCK DAN TUOHY (ULSTER)

LOCK TOM RYDER (GLASGOW WARRIORS)

BLINDSIDE FLANKER DAVE DENTON (EDINBURGH)

OPENSIDE FLANKER JUSTIN TIPURIC (OSPREYS)

N0 8 BEN MORGAN (SCARLETS)

by red_stag Thu 03 May 2012, 4:53 pm

I really like it. I am not sure about Dave Denton at #6 - how much game time has he played there I was sure he was playing at #8.

Also would have included Dan Biggar.

Overall very good team. Minimal complaints.

by AsLongAsBut100ofUs Thu 03 May 2012, 4:55 pm

red_stag wrote:I really like it. I am not sure about Dave Denton at #6 - how much game time has he played there I was sure he was playing at #8.

Also would have included Dan Biggar.

Overall very good team. Minimal complaints.

Pretty much all season at 6 for Embra, but at 8 for Scotland, Staggy

by red_stag Thu 03 May 2012, 5:11 pm

Ah I've only really seen him for the Scots national team.

by MrsP Thu 03 May 2012, 5:28 pm

Rev,

Just

I love rugby folk!

by Glas a du Thu 03 May 2012, 6:04 pm

AsLongAsBut100ofUs wrote:RABODIRECT PRO12 DREAM TEAM 2011 / 12

FULL BACK ISA NACEWA (LEINSTER)

RIGHT WING TIM VISSER (EDINBURGH)

OUTSIDE CENTRE CASEY LAULALA (CARDIFF BLUES)

INSIDE CENTRE ASHLEY BECK (OSPREYS)

LEFT WING ALEX CUTHBERT (CARDIFF BLUES)

OUTSIDE HALF DUNCAN WEIR (GLASGOW WARRIORS)

SCRUM HALF RUAN PIENAAR (ULSTER)

LOOSE HEAD PROP JON WELSH (GLASGOW WARRIORS)

HOOKER RICHARDT STRAUSS (LEINSTER)

TIGHT HEAD PROP BJ BOTHA (MUNSTER)

LOCK DAN TUOHY (ULSTER)

LOCK TOM RYDER (GLASGOW WARRIORS)

BLINDSIDE FLANKER DAVE DENTON (EDINBURGH)

OPENSIDE FLANKER JUSTIN TIPURIC (OSPREYS)

N0 8 BEN MORGAN (SCARLETS)

That's a team chosen by committee if ever I saw one.

By the way, that was not for print before the 4th. You may want to tip off your source.

by Hound_of_Harrow Thu 03 May 2012, 6:18 pm

Feicenshitforbrains manager told us we would have to get the 4pm train back to London. We had to go back to the Exeter office after our conference (off site), which ended at 1:30.

She said it wasn't fair for us to leave at 1:30 as all the Exeter staff had to go back to the office. Ok, says I, but how many of the Exeter staff will get home at 7:30.

That's not the point, was her response.

mad

Right, nearly at Paddington. Laters.

by MrsP Thu 03 May 2012, 6:23 pm

That is terrible people management Dog

Just so stupid!

How did she get to be a manager?

by Gibson Thu 03 May 2012, 6:58 pm

Probably the usual reason, MrsP.

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by Glas a du Thu 03 May 2012, 7:32 pm

The Dilbert principle in action yet again.

by Hound_of_Harrow Thu 03 May 2012, 7:41 pm

Ok, back on home turf.

Said manager is an 'interim'appointment MrsP. These days in my company you just have to be a 'happy clappy positive' person, toe the party line and deliver good news to your manager. Whether your staff are demotivated by your style doesn't matter, they just plough on.

Safe in the knowledge that, for the vast majority of employees, there are no other jobs out there.

I have likened it to working in the old Soviet Union. It's gone from a great job two years ago to a place ruled by fear, and an ever increasing workload.

zen

I have a pint in front of me, and friends around me thumbsup

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