GordonD Posted April 17, 2019 Share Posted April 17, 2019 1 hour ago, Melanius Mullarkey said: Even worse. So is Tommi the African Grey parrot in Birnie’s Pet Shop in Elgin. 36 is not too bad an age I suppose. Not really. They can live up to about 60 years in captivity so Tommi was only middle-aged. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jacksgranda Posted April 17, 2019 Share Posted April 17, 2019 1 hour ago, Melanius Mullarkey said: Even worse. So is Tommi the African Grey parrot in Birnie’s Pet Shop in Elgin. 36 is not too bad an age I suppose. It is if you're 35. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
welshbairn Posted April 17, 2019 Share Posted April 17, 2019 1 hour ago, Melanius Mullarkey said: Even worse. So is Tommi the African Grey parrot in Birnie’s Pet Shop in Elgin. 36 is not too bad an age I suppose. He'll be signed by Kilmarnock as an 18 year old, not to worry. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melanius Mullarkey Posted April 17, 2019 Share Posted April 17, 2019 2 hours ago, GordonD said: Not really. They can live up to about 60 years in captivity so Tommi was only middle-aged. 36 is a good innings for any living creature in Elgin. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zen Archer (Raconteur) Posted April 17, 2019 Share Posted April 17, 2019 2 minutes ago, Melanius Mullarkey said: 36 is a good innings for any living creature in Elgin. It's down to the lifestyle if you ask me. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
throbber Posted April 17, 2019 Share Posted April 17, 2019 36 is a good innings for any living creature in Elgin.Try telling that to Nat Fraser. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sergeant Wilson Posted April 17, 2019 Share Posted April 17, 2019 3 hours ago, Melanius Mullarkey said: Even worse. So is Tommi the African Grey parrot in Birnie’s Pet Shop in Elgin. 36 is not too bad an age I suppose. Did it shoot itself too? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bold Rover Posted April 17, 2019 Share Posted April 17, 2019 3 hours ago, Bold Rover said: Why did no-one buy him? 2 hours ago, Melanius Mullarkey said: He was a she. Does that explain why? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melanius Mullarkey Posted April 17, 2019 Share Posted April 17, 2019 19 minutes ago, Bold Rover said: Does that explain why? Knowing Elgin pet owners, probably. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GordonD Posted April 17, 2019 Share Posted April 17, 2019 1 hour ago, Tynierose said: Just scored a last minute winner in a parents v kids match at the boys fitba. A sensational finish from a whole two yards out. I really shouldn't have but couldn't help myself. The competitive edge is still there An added bonus is he isn't speaking to me now... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tamthebam Posted April 17, 2019 Share Posted April 17, 2019 3 hours ago, Zen Archer said: It's down to the lifestyle if you ask me. 1) I didn't know Tracey Emin was an Elgin fan 2) and most obviously... Wid! 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miguel Sanchez Posted April 17, 2019 Share Posted April 17, 2019 3 hours ago, GordonD said: Absolutely stunned a guy in a bucket hat and three quarter lengths is a twat. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clockwork Posted April 18, 2019 Share Posted April 18, 2019 Absolutely stunned a guy in a bucket hat and three quarter lengths is a twat.Would have been funnier, if he’d smacked it straight into the kid’s pooch 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shandon Par Posted April 18, 2019 Share Posted April 18, 2019 Not sure where to put this so apologies in advance if it's a bit morbid for GN. You may have heard in the news about the death of Bradley Welsh. It may be "Film Star", "Boxing gym owner", "Former football hooligan", "Charity campaigner" or various other titles that are understandable yet in no way convey the breadth of the guy's contribution to life. I've never met anyone with his energy, enthusiasm, drive and sense of social justice. In recent months Brad has pulled the tail of Bauer Media, Jet 2 and racist football fans. Anyone who walked in his gym - whether it was a kid from an immigrant family looking for love and inclusion or a serious boxer - would get the same warm welcome and would be made to feel part of the family. He put on free football coaching for kids (even getting guys like Griffiths, Scott Brown, Lee Wallace to come along), free boxing training in communities, tirelessly raised money for charity, organised food banks. He brought together people from all walks of life to pool talent to be able to organise events for the underprivileged. His coaching has given a sense of self belief and purpose to thousands over the years. He leaves behind a lovely wee girl and his missus. On a personal level he has been a massively influential figure in terms of fitness, self confidence and enjoying life. Experiences like boxing at an Irvine Welsh book launch or boxing at Porty Town Hall, helping behind the scenes with events, introducing folk to sparring and helping them learn new skills are experiences I'll never forget and they're all down to him. Hundreds, even thousands of folk in Edinburgh will have the same sort of life-enriching stories. So, when you hear him mentioned in the news etc just take a second to reflect on what a colossal contribution Brad made to the lives of so many folk in Edinburgh. The drive that made him such a menace as a youngster was turned to a drive to help as many people as he could. He was a force of nature and utterly irreplaceable. RIP Wee Brad. Let me off just this once with mentioning boxing @Bobby Skidmarks ! 15 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bairnardo Posted April 18, 2019 Share Posted April 18, 2019 Not sure where to put this so apologies in advance if it's a bit morbid for GN. You may have heard in the news about the death of Bradley Welsh. It may be "Film Star", "Boxing gym owner", "Former football hooligan", "Charity campaigner" or various other titles that are understandable yet in no way convey the breadth of the guy's contribution to life. I've never met anyone with his energy, enthusiasm, drive and sense of social justice. In recent months Brad has pulled the tail of Bauer Media, Jet 2 and racist football fans. Anyone who walked in his gym - whether it was a kid from an immigrant family looking for love and inclusion or a serious boxer - would get the same warm welcome and would be made to feel part of the family. He put on free football coaching for kids (even getting guys like Griffiths, Scott Brown, Lee Wallace to come along), free boxing training in communities, tirelessly raised money for charity, organised food banks. He brought together people from all walks of life to pool talent to be able to organise events for the underprivileged. His coaching has given a sense of self belief and purpose to thousands over the years. He leaves behind a lovely wee girl and his missus. On a personal level he has been a massively influential figure in terms of fitness, self confidence and enjoying life. Experiences like boxing at an Irvine Welsh book launch or boxing at Porty Town Hall, helping behind the scenes with events, introducing folk to sparring and helping them learn new skills are experiences I'll never forget and they're all down to him. Hundreds, even thousands of folk in Edinburgh will have the same sort of life-enriching stories. So, when you hear him mentioned in the news etc just take a second to reflect on what a colossal contribution Brad made to the lives of so many folk in Edinburgh. The drive that made him such a menace as a youngster was turned to a drive to help as many people as he could. He was a force of nature and utterly irreplaceable. RIP Wee Brad. Let me off just this once with mentioning boxing [mention=31436]Bobby Skidmarks[/mention] ! There will be lots of those "other titles" going about no doubt, but boxing is a redemptive sport more so than most, filled with characters of questionable pasts who have turned it around and have set about helping to do so for others. Honestly no idea what he was or wasnt into but as you say, he will have a legacy like the one you described for a shit load of local people. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ICTChris Posted April 18, 2019 Share Posted April 18, 2019 I'm sure he's had a positive affect on a lot of people. I can't remember the last time there was a shooting in Edinburgh either, hopefully the police catch whoever did it quickly. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Connolly Posted April 18, 2019 Share Posted April 18, 2019 I've been confused by their desperation to describe him as an actor, rather than the full story. Would they not be better promoting his redemptive story? Or is there perhaps a fear that the shooting is connected to his previous life, and it could undo the good work? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamieson87 Posted April 18, 2019 Share Posted April 18, 2019 26 minutes ago, Mark Connolly said: I've been confused by their desperation to describe him as an actor, rather than the full story. Would they not be better promoting his redemptive story? Or is there perhaps a fear that the shooting is connected to his previous life, and it could undo the good work? It gets clicks. For folk who have never heard of him before, I would say there are more likely to click an article on the "Trainspotting star shot dead", rather than the "gangster turned good guy shot dead"... 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shandon Par Posted April 18, 2019 Share Posted April 18, 2019 24 minutes ago, Mark Connolly said: I've been confused by their desperation to describe him as an actor, rather than the full story. Would they not be better promoting his redemptive story? Or is there perhaps a fear that the shooting is connected to his previous life, and it could undo the good work? He was like a cross between Jim Leishman MBE and Mike Tyson. Outwith Edinburgh it's totally understandable people would think "who" but in Edinburgh his drive to do stuff like this... https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/our-region/edinburgh/trainspotting-author-backs-free-summer-sporting-classes-for-kids-1-4762566 was relentless. Or raising £42k for The Sick Kids hospital or getting businesses to donate bikes to kids - he just never stopped. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bonksy+HisChristianParade Posted April 18, 2019 Share Posted April 18, 2019 Raises the question about why he’s been shot? Still involved in dodgy dealings? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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