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09-21-2010, 04:19 AM | #23 |
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Hi carjack, I wondered if you would turn up... wow you have got a flea up your arse over this haven’t you.
Let’s just recap; you didn’t like my avatar as it offended you so I thought about it and decided to (light heartedly) gauge opinion while at the same time raising a little money for a good cause. I fully appreciate that many forum users won’t hold views either way and some won’t be interested at all; but several have given a little time and money to donate, and I am really grateful for that. What about a compromise. As I’m only £5.00 down on my target you could agree to donate £5.00 to help for heroes and I’ll remove the ‘long range sniper’ bit from under my username. I won’t remove the avatar because the old picture of a Guardsman who has fainted to attention while Trooping the Colour still amuses me. ...Go on, donate £5.00 to a good cause... it takes a big man to pick up an olive branch! Last edited by Trevikins; 09-21-2010 at 04:35 AM.. |
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09-21-2010, 05:07 AM | #24 |
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Consider this debate over!
Final £5 donated to KEEP the avatar! (Nothing wrong with a bit of humour) IMHO, Help the Heroes is without doubt the best and most worthy charity out there! Another £50 raised for them |
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09-21-2010, 06:07 AM | #26 | |
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I quite rightly have a 'flea up my arse' when it appears that yourself and members think it funny to see a picture of a fallen Guardsman with the above wording. I think it rather sad. How best to pay? I can do an immediate via PayPal if you wish? Regarding Trooping the Colour, you might not be aware that the King's Troop Royal Horse Artillery have to sit for two hours on that parade, usually under a hot sun. I am sure that they would be quite sympathetic to see a Guardsman who has fainted and would not be amused. To be frank, your Avatar belittles the Brigade of Guards and you as an ex 'Master Gunner' should know better. |
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09-21-2010, 06:37 AM | #27 | |
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Despite what has been said I want to assure everyone that I have the utmost respect and admiration for all the armed forces (both serving and retired (less for one )). Without going OTT myself it’s worth mentioning that some of the young men and women who used to work for me went on to become Sergeant Majors themselves and are currently serving on Operation Herrick (Afghanistan). So I’m acutely aware of the personal sacrifices that are being made on a daily basis which are not reported in the media. Regards Trev Last edited by Trevikins; 09-21-2010 at 06:46 AM.. Reason: Typo |
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09-21-2010, 06:41 AM | #28 |
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Let's not stop at £50...
Anyone else???
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09-21-2010, 07:24 AM | #31 |
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09-21-2010, 11:17 AM | #32 |
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Great thread and well worth the £5.00 donation.
Personally I don't find either the Avatar or the text offensive and I'm surprised that Carjack has,but there you go. |
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09-21-2010, 11:27 AM | #33 | |
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Due to interservice rivalry it is likely that ‘Master Gunner’ knows what he is doing as there are units in the British Army who are very envious of the Guards Regiments and like to ‘knock’ them at any opportunity. Things are never straight forward as they may seem. I confirm that I have today made my £5.00 contribution to 'Help for Heroes' via BMYCharity. Cheers! |
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09-21-2010, 11:42 AM | #34 | |
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What on a forum for BMW enthusiasts! I'd rethink that one, it does'nt really stack up does it? |
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09-21-2010, 12:22 PM | #35 | |
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Your opinion is your opinion and others have their opinions which may or may not agree with yours. No right or wrong. but what is wrong is making assumptions of how people think. It's the Taliban taking the piss out of our troops and whatever else is going on out there. Will have to ask my brother-in-laws son! |
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09-21-2010, 12:48 PM | #36 | |
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You are a ******* *****. (edited by Viv) Sorry, I am usually more careful with my words. But in this case - I don't think there's any possibility of substitution... (..well yes, there is- please try to be at least civil, ok. Viv)
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09-21-2010, 01:44 PM | #37 | |
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Swearing is punishable by a E90 PCN and Pepipoo won't help! £5.00 please https://www.bmycharity.com/V2/h4h or Donate by texting HERO to 60999 |
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09-21-2010, 02:05 PM | #38 | |
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I would suggest that you give the slagging a rest as you are rambling and not making a lot of sense, plus I’m actually starting to question your credentials. I notice you’ve paid your £5.00 though so well done for that, I’ll change the wording under my username as promised in due course. To the rest of the forum, I'm really chuffed that more donations are still being made, and I thank you all for your efforts... great stuff. The only problem is I'm starting to lose count on how much we've raised! Cheers Trev |
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09-21-2010, 02:54 PM | #39 | |
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I'd happily return any modified avatars to normal, on payment of £5 to the 'Help for Heroes' charity. Viv |
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This has conspiracy written all over it. explosives were definitely used......................oh hang on a minute this is the wrong thread.
£10 donated. PS stop being so sensitive, you remind me of her indoors.
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09-21-2010, 03:55 PM | #42 |
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Whoops... Sorry Viv. I did consider the possibility of an infraction for my previous post. Just lost my temper a bit. Thanks for just censoring me
I stand by what I said, but not by my language Mega.
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09-21-2010, 03:58 PM | #43 |
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I stand by all my posts.
‘Master Gunner’ has certainly not done himself or the British Army any favours whatsoever in his Avatar. Inter regimental rivalry is always kept within the British Army not exposed in a world wide web site. I am completely legit I have served in an Infantry Regiment, The Gunners, the Royal Marines also Special Forces (with more than 60 static & free fall jumps) and I have my admiration for the Guards Regiments. I will ‘go in with the bayonet’ if I consider any of the above slandered! So ‘Master Gunner’ please get your Avatar sorted! At a push I can still do 25 pull ups. So watch out! |
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09-21-2010, 04:06 PM | #44 |
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I'm sure they can fight their own battles if necessary. No need to feel 'bad'.
Thanks for highlighting the rivalry within the British Army. Although I knew of it already from friends. I too stand by my opinions. |
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