Ozzy



My name is Harry, Iv'e heard it said that I am a King Charles Spaniel which is a type of dog and I believe I'm around 6 years old. My ears are too long my nose too wet and my legs too short but despite this I enjoy my life in North Wales and spend each day being harassed and belittled by my good “friend” Ozzy. Ozzy is as Iv'e heard it said is called a cat, with a large pink belly and very long whiskers which in my opinion makes him a really peculiar creature.

Each morning my two legged friends let me outside to do my ritual leg cocking and squats, I presume this is because they seem adverse to me cocking my leg up against the kitchen table! They feed both myself and Ozzy and then goodbyes are said and off they go, Each time this happens Ozzy and myself look at each other in disbelief, are they really going to leave us alone all day here in this house, to do whatever we like? Are they mad? Or maybe they just do not know what shananigan's we get upto.. well you are about to find out the adventures we embark upon...

Day 1 …

The day starts with Ozzy making the high pitched whining noise that he never tires of making, a sort of meeeow, meeeeow, meeeow, this can means one thing, the day is about to start and the pair upstairs have awaken, Ozzy always becomes alerted to any rumblings and starts his morning chorus I on the otherhand am not so keen on any premature early morning risings.

When I eventually raise my head, I hear slurping from the kitchen, Ozzy's been fed, foul play is afoot here, where's my food? On entering the kitchen the taller human is there doing what he always does, it always seems like some sort of pre leaving the house ritual of packing things into a box and putting on layers and layers of clothes, I suppose those humans get very cold out there without the fur I have, lucky me ,I need to let the taller human know I'm hungry, so I try the “bum shake”, this involves me staying rooted to the spot and shaking side to side, sometimes this works but not today as my human friend seems distracted, must be late for wherever he's going, these humans are always rushing around somewhere, I presume wherever they go everyday is very, very important. The humans treat me well, the taller one sometimes does shout at me but also gives my belly a rub in just the right spot, the more tame, smaller human is more patient with me and usually after some mild persuasion allows me to dump my chunky frame on her lap every night.

Back to the issue of food.. as the “bum shake” is failing me this morning I'm going to have to step things up, I'm a hungry dog and I want some food, how does he expect me to make my way back into the living room and hop back on the sofa if I haven't refuelled! What I will simply do is let out my eardrum busting, window shattering bark, woof, woof, woof, that's all it takes, within 30 seconds I am told to “be quiet” and then my bowl is full of lovely plain, dry biscuits, another result!

Day 1


My name is Harry, Iv'e heard it said that I am a King Charles Spaniel which is a type of dog and I believe I'm around 6 years old. My ears are too long my nose too wet and my legs too short but despite this I enjoy my life in North Wales and spend each day being harassed and belittled by my good “friend” Ozzy. Ozzy is as Iv'e heard it said is called a cat, with a large pink belly and very long whiskers which in my opinion makes him a really peculiar creature.

Each morning my two legged friends let me outside to do my ritual leg cocking and squats, I presume this is because they seem adverse to me cocking my leg up against the kitchen table! They feed both myself and Ozzy and then goodbyes are said and off they go, Each time this happens Ozzy and myself look at each other in disbelief, are they really going to leave us alone all day here in this house, to do whatever we like? Are they mad? Or maybe they just do not know what shananigan's we get upto.. well you are about to find out the adventures we embark upon...

Day 1 …

The day starts with Ozzy making the high pitched whining noise that he never tires of making, a sort of meeeow, meeeeow, meeeow, this can means one thing, the day is about to start and the pair upstairs have awaken, Ozzy always becomes alerted to any rumblings and starts his morning chorus I on the otherhand am not so keen on any premature early morning risings.

When I eventually raise my head, I hear slurping from the kitchen, Ozzy's been fed, foul play is afoot here, where's my food? On entering the kitchen the taller human is there doing what he always does, it always seems like some sort of pre leaving the house ritual of packing things into a box and putting on layers and layers of clothes, I suppose those humans get very cold out there without the fur I have, lucky me ,I need to let the taller human know I'm hungry, so I try the “bum shake”, this involves me staying rooted to the spot and shaking side to side, sometimes this works but not today as my human friend seems distracted, must be late for wherever he's going, these humans are always rushing around somewhere, I presume wherever they go everyday is very, very important. The humans treat me well, the taller one sometimes does shout at me but also gives my belly a rub in just the right spot, the more tame, smaller human is more patient with me and usually after some mild persuasion allows me to dump my chunky frame on her lap every night.

Back to the issue of food.. as the “bum shake” is failing me this morning I'm going to have to step things up, I'm a hungry dog and I want some food, how does he expect me to make my way back into the living room and hop back on the sofa if I haven't refuelled! What I will simply do is let out my eardrum busting, window shattering bark, woof, woof, woof, that's all it takes, within 30 seconds I am told to “be quiet” and then my bowl is full of lovely plain, dry biscuits, another result!

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Why the mix of humans & religion is absurd...

Why the mix of humans & religion is absurd...


To even whisper the words that religion is absurd, ridiculous or just plain laughable would have you branded a bigot and even in some cases would even put your life in danger.  Why is this? for all you are doing is pointing out the plainly obvious.  The facts are that humans can't even agree on who god is, it's actually estimated there are around 4,200 religions in the world.  Who is right, who is wrong?

Primarily we have Judaism, Christianity of which has to even have various sub divisions, Islam, Hinduism and Buddhism.  Each one proclaims their religion is the truth and the only one that matters, they can't all be right! and yet this is accepted as acceptable behavior by 59% of the human race.  It seems bizarre that people in intellectual and authoritative positions within the human societal structure follow this way of thinking without even taking a step back and acknowledging the absurdity of it all.  Will the day ever come when future generations can all have a good laugh at what their primitive thinking ancestors really thought.

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Rugby


Head coach Jacques Brunel believes Italy's spirit can drive them on to another shock win against a France side who will be out for revenge in Sunday's RBS 6 Nations grudge match at the Stadio Flaminio. 

Brunel: Faces a French side out for revenge
Brunel: Faces a French side out for revenge
Les Bleus return to Rome for the first time since Mirco Bergamasco led Italy to a 22-21 home victory in the 2011 championships, France's first ever 6 Nations defeat to the Azzurri.
The French partially atoned for that setback with a 30-12 win in St-Denis last year but Brunel reckons his countrymen are still hurting.
He told the Corriere dello Sport: "I don't speak about what happened two years ago.
"The players remember it but since then both Italy and France have changed a lot - the players, staff, objectives.
"It is certainly an important memory for some of the players but we can't think about it too much.

Tractor


A WREXHAM FC fan has told of his terror after trouble erupted between rival factions at Chester Railway Station.
The fan, who does not want to be named, was returning from the Reds’ FA Trophy match at Southport when he was caught up in violent scenes at the station.
He told how frightened commuters had taken refuge in the Costa Coffee shop while the yobs fought with each other in the station building, damaging bins and throwing signs

Wales


A WREXHAM FC fan has told of his terror after trouble erupted between rival factions at Chester Railway Station.
The fan, who does not want to be named, was returning from the Reds’ FA Trophy match at Southport when he was caught up in violent scenes at the station.
He told how frightened commuters had taken refuge in the Costa Coffee shop while the yobs fought with each other in the station building, damaging bins and throwing signs

Triuble


A WREXHAM FC fan has told of his terror after trouble erupted between rival factions at Chester Railway Station.
The fan, who does not want to be named, was returning from the Reds’ FA Trophy match at Southport when he was caught up in violent scenes at the station.
He told how frightened commuters had taken refuge in the Costa Coffee shop while the yobs fought with each other in the station building, damaging bins and throwing signs

Sunderland 0 - 0 Swansea


Danny Graham missed the chance to sign off his Swansea career with a goal against the team he is set to join. 
Defender Titus Bramble blocked a shot from Graham, Black Cats' boss Martin O'Neill's prime target for what remains of the winter transfer window, in the third minute of stoppage time to rescue a point.
The 27-year-old had been booed by sections of the home fans as he was introduced as a 74th-minute replacement for Leon Britton, but his reception as he left the pitch might have been even more virulent had Bramble not intervened.

Chance to be a hero: Danny Graham is denied a goal in the last minute of the game by Titus Bramble
Chance to be a hero: Danny Graham is denied a goal in the last minute of the game by Titus Bramble


Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-2270290/Sunderland-0-Swansea-0--match-report.html#ixzz2JPA40m50
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Coventry Ladies



Coventry City Ladies v Cardiff City Ladies
Coventry City Ladies face Cardiff City in a WPL National Division fixture tomorrow.
Chris Holloway takes charge of a City team which beat Derby County to finish top of the WPL League Cup Group 3 and book their place in the Second Round on December 9th, for the first time.
The new Coventry boss has concerns about Helen Dermody, who injured her shoulder in that 2-0 win over Derby and will be without Kim Walton and Destiny Toussaint but otherwise should be able to field a strong team to take on Cardiff City.
Kick off at Bedworth United's The Oval is at 2pm and all Coventry City support is welcomed and encouraged

Tennis Centre


Wrexham Tennis Centre ready to host AEGON Junior International 

Wrexham Tennis Centre will be hosting another high standard event for junior players from across Europe between 8th and 14th December. The AEGON Junior International Under 14’s event will begin on Saturday 8th December, with the main draw commencing on Monday 10th December and the finals taking place on Friday 14th December. Play will start at approximately 9am each day and is scheduled to run well into the evening throughout the week. 

The Tennis Europe Junior Tour was created in 1990 and has long been the platform of choice for the launch of a successful tennis career for many young players. In recent years this event has heralded the arrival of such top players as Justine Henin, Roger Federer, Caroline Wozniacki, Andy Murray, Dinara Safina, Jo-Wilfried Tsonga and Maria Sharapova, to name but a few. 

The under 14 players will compete in the boys and girls singles competitions throughout the week where the majority of the main consists of British players in both categories. 

Last years event saw young stars from all over the UK and Ireland, along with players from France, Germany, Italy, Portugal, Holland and Russia come to Wrexham to compete against some of the best junior players on the circuit. There was also some local success as Chloe Hughes, who trains at the Wrexham Academy, won the Girls Consolation Final, beating Jodie Anna Burrage in three sets (2-4 4-2 4-0). Chloe followed this success with a highly promising doubles tournament, reaching the semi – finals with Lauren Dowling (GBR) as her partner on the court. 

The Girls Singles final was won by fifth seed Georgina Axon (GBR) who beat fellow Brit, Anastasia Mikheeva 6-4 6-4. The Boys Singles title went to another British born tennis player. Sixth seed Jay Clarke claimed the crown after beating Cypriot and number one seed Andreas Aravis, repeating the girls score of 6-4 6-4. 

Wrexham will also be hoping for some local success in this year’s event as promising tennis stars take to the court. Elin Anderson, Tom Thelwell-Jones and Llewellyn Bevan will all looking to impress at the pre-tournament training camp taking place at Wrexham in the build up to the event, with Adam Jones ready to show his talent and ability in the male half of the qualifiers.  

Spectators are welcome to come and watch the event free of charge – refreshments and food is available all day. For more information, please contact the centre on 01978 265260. 

Crusaders


North Wales Crusaders have strengthened their squad for 2013 by signing the experienced Gary Middlehurst from Rochdale Hornets.

The 28-year old second row or loose forward brings plenty of experience to the Racecourse will add strength to the Crusaders’ forward pack.

Widnes born, he started in the Academy with his home club and had spells with local sides Halton Simms Cross and Leigh East before moving to Rochdale two years ago.

While at Leigh, he toured South Africa with the Great Britain Community Lions.

“It’s a new chapter for me,” said Middlehurst. “Quite a few of my friends play for North Wales Crusaders. They’re an up and coming team and that league and I really think that we’re going to win it. With the players there and the quality of the coaching, we’ll be a strong team next year.

“I want to win honours but I also want to help this new club. I’ve known Clive Griffiths all my life and I’m good friends with John Fieldhouse too who I’ve worked under before. They’re both brilliant coaches so I’ll better myself working with them. I’m looking forward to it.”

Griffiths said: “Gary was one of the stand-out players in Championship 1 last season. I’ve watched Gary’s career for years. He’s a quality player and was unlucky not to be in last year’s Dream Team.

“We’re delighted to have him on board. We lost Anthony Morrison who’s gone abroad to play in Australia and who better to come in and take his place. His signing will add to our pack, he’s a very solid all-round player who can win a game and break it up with his attacking ability.”

London Welsh


London Welsh are delighted to announce an exciting new sponsorship deal with STORM Watches.

The sponsorship sees STORM breaking into the world of professional sports to reinforce and build on their brand awareness through an important sector. The sponsorship covers the 2012/13 season through to May 2013 and will see STORM advertising in the London Welsh match-day programme, on banners as well as on the ground’s digital displays. 

STORM will also sponsor new signing Tom Bristow and head coach Lyn Jones.

Lisa Dack, Brand Manager/Marketing Manager at STORM Watches, commented: “We are proud and excited to be driving our brand forward by sponsoring London Welsh and are looking forward to the exposure for our watches in the British sport sector – a new opportunity for us.

“We believe in supporting success and are pleased to be working together with London Welsh in the Aviva Premiership on their return to the top flight of rugby.”

Mark Kemp, Head of Commercial at London Welsh, said: “STORM is a great fit for us – as a dynamic, exciting and forward looking team with a great history. Having a retail partner of STORM’s standing is a great addition to our partnerships and supporting brands. 

“Watch this space for additions to the retail range and join us all in welcoming STORM London to the ‘teulu cymreig’.”

Rugby League


England made an impressive start to their Autumn Series tournament with an 80-12 victory over Wales in Wrexham, Josh Charnley scoring four tries.
Steve McNamara's side led from start to finish, the tournament favourites outscoring their opponents by 14 tries to two with Kevin Sinfieldadding 12 conversions.
The visitors were denied an early try when Gareth Ellis' pass to Kallum Watkins was deemed forward, although they opened the scoring in the 10th minute when winger Ryan Hall dived over from Richie Myler's long pass.
Fellow winger Charnley doubled England's tally when he was found by Rhinos centre Watkins to score in the corner untouched. Surprisingly Sinfield, who was perfect with the boot in the Super League play-offs for Leeds, missed his second conversion.
Zak Hardaker, on debut, scored England's third try after a fine break from Sean O'Loughlin before Watkins got the England's fourth.
Hardaker scored a brilliant solo try for his second of the game from 40 metres out, but Wales had the final say before half-time with Christian Roets touching down, Matt Seamark making no mistake with the conversion.
Normal service seemed to be resumed after the break with Hall getting his second of the game, but Wales responded with a try of their own when Dan Fleming went in under the posts after a knock-on from Adrian Morley.
However, that was as good as it got for Wales with further tries from Ellis, Charnley and substitute Rob Burrow, all of which were converted by Sinfield, putting England 50-12 to the good.
Charnley made it a debut to remember when he helped himself to two more tries, while Leroy Cudjoe and Jamie Jones-Buchanan also touched down to make sure a rampant England finished in the ascendency.

Walking


Group walking
Every week Ramblers volunteers organise hundreds of group walks all over Britain, ranging from short local strolls to bracing hillside hikes. Most walks are designed for Ramblers members, but non-members are welcome to a try out a few walks for free before joining. Walks which are part of our national walking festivals are also free to non-members.
Details of most of our walks are listed online in our Group Walks Finder where you can search by location or postcode using our text-based search or interactive map.
You can refine your search by adding extra criteria such as the date(s) you’re looking to go walking, your ability level, the day of the week walks take place (e.g. just Sundays), the desired distance walks cover and which group’s walks you want to join.
You can also choose to show only:
  • Shorter walks (Walk4Life or Active Nation walks of 8km/5 miles or less)
  • Car-free walks
  • Walks suitable for people with children
  • Dog-friendly walks
  • Walks suitable for buggies and wheelchairs
  • Walks run by 20s-30s groups
  • Walks which are part of Ramblers national walking festivals
Many Ramblers groups also produce printed programmes and upload details of their walks on their websites so if you can’t find a walk near you online, it’s worth getting in touch with the local group in the destination you plan on walking to see if there are any further walks on offer.

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