Mike_West Posted October 27, 2015 Report Share Posted October 27, 2015 I feel like *suitcase*. Physically and mentally. Link to post Share on other sites
Skarclaw Posted October 27, 2015 Report Share Posted October 27, 2015 I rarely rage in work. I didn't have to this morning as female lieutenant (hereby referred to as 'The Valkyrie') has done the force choke gripping soldiers, a role normally reserved for senior NCOs. There are few times of the year when non-uniform items may be worn; St David's day and leeks for example, however one is quite prominant amongst the military - the poppy. The Valkyrie spotted not one, but four soldiers (in different places and not as a group) who have chinned orders off and not bothered to get a poppy. It happens every year, wear one./rant We had a guy who refused to wear one. They made him wear his #2s and dig a 4 man battle trench then sleep in the bottom of it with just a wool blanket for a week. I believe he signed off some time later. Link to post Share on other sites
Hardcore1-6 Posted October 27, 2015 Report Share Posted October 27, 2015 But the poppy... Point taken Sent from my HTC One using Tapatalk Link to post Share on other sites
FireKnife Posted October 27, 2015 Report Share Posted October 27, 2015 As much as I am all for the remembering of the military forces and what they fought for, I don't want some gormless, spotty *Ubar* that I wouldn't trust with a rubber band, never mind the conrtols to a gatling cannon, shoving a bit of red paper and green / black plastic in my face and demanding 'at least a £1' for it. I will honour in my own way, same as I will give to the charities I want to give, the rest, go pester someone else. 'FireKnife' Link to post Share on other sites
Hedganian Posted October 27, 2015 Report Share Posted October 27, 2015 As much as I am all for the remembering of the military forces and what they fought for, I don't want some gormless, spotty *Ubar* that I wouldn't trust with a rubber band, never mind the conrtols to a gatling cannon, shoving a bit of red paper and green / black plastic in my face and demanding 'at least a £1' for it. I will honour in my own way, same as I will give to the charities I want to give, the rest, go pester someone else. 'FireKnife' I don't know where you are, mate, but that's not how RBL poppy collectors are supposed to behave. There is NO MINIMUM DONATION for a paper poppy and only "suggested donations" for the other stuff like wristbands, pin badges, etc. The collectors are not SELLING poppies, they are giving them in exchange for donations. Poppy appeal collectors should not be "pestering" anyone, nor should they be "demanding" anything. If you want to give me your location, I will give you the details of the local Branch running the appeal in that area and you can complain about the behavior of poppy collectors if you have a genuine grievance. There is no excuse for poppy collectors to behave in the manner you describe. Link to post Share on other sites
shmook Posted October 27, 2015 Report Share Posted October 27, 2015 What hedge said. Poppy collectors are the only charity collectors I've seen who basically wait to be approached. Never once seen a 'hard sell' from any. Other charities should take note Link to post Share on other sites
FireKnife Posted October 27, 2015 Report Share Posted October 27, 2015 Twas last couple of years while visiting the Newcastle area. However my point is really one of general charity attitudes that they expect that people have to give for their cause. Using my salary as a basis if I gave £1 to every single charity that is in the local or national area I would have about £1 left for myself a month. Charity is a great thing, but some people just hard sell and take the cake, just this case it happened to relate to the above posts . 'FireKnife' Link to post Share on other sites
Habakure Posted October 27, 2015 Report Share Posted October 27, 2015 There are over a thousand (at least) registered charities. So unless you earn £1001 after tax etc, you'll be in debt every week if you gave a pound to every one. Never been hassled by people giving out a poppy. Been hassled by green peace sellers and nspcc sellers. As I've said before, if they don't stop asking after you've asked nicely (but it's only £5 a week, sir. You could just have one less drink. . . ), then I think it's within reason to say 'go away'. Having done charity work, I can speak for both sides of the charity coin (collecting and also being asked for donation). Link to post Share on other sites
hitmanNo2 Posted October 27, 2015 Report Share Posted October 27, 2015 I won't give to chuggers in the street. I won't stop to talk. No need to be rude. A simple 'Sorry. Can't stop' is sufficient. Any charity I organize is on my own terms and generally online as I'm lazy ha. Link to post Share on other sites
Hedganian Posted October 27, 2015 Report Share Posted October 27, 2015 Sadly, the Legion is hiring more and more of these "professional charity workers" and listening less and less to what the Membership want. Since the Legion is one of the few charities which is (supposedly) run by Members, this is not a good thing.Yes, the Legion needs to modernise its image, but it needs to do it without losing its roots.Fireknife - If you call the national helpline on 08088 028080 (it's free from landlines and most mobiles, open 8-8 seven days a week) they will either give you the details of your local Poppy Appeal Organiser or pass your feedback along, as you choose.Newcastle is a big place, so I'm not really sure what branch would cover the exact area you're in. You could try Newcastle Central or Newcastle West, but the helpline is probably your best option. Link to post Share on other sites
DeltaZero Posted October 27, 2015 Report Share Posted October 27, 2015 Just finished Archer Season 6... what do I do now? Link to post Share on other sites
Hedganian Posted October 27, 2015 Report Share Posted October 27, 2015 Wait for Season 7 to come out. Same as the rest of us. Link to post Share on other sites
DeltaZero Posted October 27, 2015 Report Share Posted October 27, 2015 I'm not sure I can cope with that though.. Link to post Share on other sites
hitmanNo2 Posted October 27, 2015 Report Share Posted October 27, 2015 I find starting from season one again helps. Link to post Share on other sites
DrAlexanderTobacco Posted October 27, 2015 Report Share Posted October 27, 2015 Just finished Archer Season 6... what do I do now? Other shows! TV is truly in a golden era at the moment, especially for adult-oriented cartoons. I recommend Rick and Morty if you've never seen it. Hilariously imaginative and ambitious show, intelligent fast paced humour. 10/10/10 Edit: a primer: Link to post Share on other sites
shmook Posted October 27, 2015 Report Share Posted October 27, 2015 I find starting from season one again helps. This. I'm currently trying it! Link to post Share on other sites
Tw1tch Posted October 27, 2015 Report Share Posted October 27, 2015 Latest episode of The Walking Dead. No. Just no. Link to post Share on other sites
FireKnife Posted October 27, 2015 Report Share Posted October 27, 2015 Agreed on Archer, seriously why is it the three shows I watch out of the thousands that exist start at roughly the same time, why can't they be spread out the year instead? But nope, end up binge watching the whole lot, oh well. 'FireKnife' Link to post Share on other sites
hitmanNo2 Posted October 27, 2015 Report Share Posted October 27, 2015 Latest episode of The Walking Dead. No. Just no. You just know he's not really dead and they'll get him out of it somehow. Link to post Share on other sites
Alias1983 Posted October 27, 2015 Report Share Posted October 27, 2015 Just finished Archer Season 6... what do I do now?Re watch Also bobs burgers. Link to post Share on other sites
Lone_Bullet Posted October 28, 2015 Report Share Posted October 28, 2015 As much I understand the war memorials, I'd like them to stop after 50 years. I'm certain some people who fought the Romans, Spaniards, Dutch, French, Prussians, Russians, English, etc etc arr feeling left out. You want to honor the poor devils fighting some nobs war? Don't start wars. Link to post Share on other sites
Skarclaw Posted October 28, 2015 Report Share Posted October 28, 2015 world war what now? Link to post Share on other sites
Lone_Bullet Posted October 28, 2015 Report Share Posted October 28, 2015 Exactly ^^. Link to post Share on other sites
Tw1tch Posted October 28, 2015 Report Share Posted October 28, 2015 Its to remember all lost in conflict. Its not specifically aimed at the First World War but that is what kick started the movement. Conflict is a part of nature unfortunately. And with ever dwindling resources its probably going to get a lot worse than it currently is, we might see actual wars instead of insurgencies, organised militaries fighting each other. Which is why we need to be working on renewable resources but we can't synthesise metals etc. There are times when diplomacy fails and that is when we turn to our soldiers. You think we'd be better off if we didn't have a military? Link to post Share on other sites
paranoiddroid Posted October 28, 2015 Report Share Posted October 28, 2015 There's only been one year in the 20th century were a British Soldier hasn't died in combat. (1968 if you are interested) I need to buy a poppy. Link to post Share on other sites
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