Belated wrexham christmas blog!

Hi all,

Aplogies for the belated blog from our latest soiree into Wrexham, but I had to go to Las Vegas over Christmas. But that's another story!

So, our Tri-annual get together was this year organised by Gareth Lew 17 and his wife Deb. Thanks for your efforts on a great night. Ok, niceties out of the way..The gloves are off.....

This years lucky hosts for myself were Bri Taylor49 and Ange, and how fitting that they were first to fall foul of Scouse's little pen and paper!! As we left their house, driven by daughter Shankleigh she pops up with "HEY, MUM AND DAD, GUESS WHAT? THOSE PEOPLE ACROSS THE ROAD HAVE GOT ANOTHER NEW CAR" The three of them then proceeded to discuss the entire street. I then piped in and reminded them that they no longer lived on the pads and should stop being so nosey!! Old habits die hard, I suppose.

Upon arriving at the pre-designated (Sid- this means already arranged) establishment, I was somewhat suprised, nay concerned, that the elected PMC for the evening was not there to greet us. Lew 17 then strolled in some 30mins after the guests had arrived. We killed the time waiting by laughing at Howie's clothes! Lew, Bear had broken down on the A55, got recovered by the RAC and still got there before you! As bear said on his arrival "NEVER MISSED A H HOUR YET MATE!"

Prior to familiarising ourselves with the seating plan, I asked Bear to accompany outside whilst I had a quick Ciggie. Sid followed us out and I said to him "SORRY MATE, ONLY RIFLE COMPANY LADS WELCOME!" The bait was set, and sure enough Sid comes back with "LET ME TELL YOU SOMETHING, I WAS A SPECIALIST WEAPONS INSTRUCTOR AND I GOT A DISTINCTION!!" I knew he would not let me down.

As we sat down, the tone for the evening was set, as Jane Camplin in her Belfast brogue started shouting orders, I kindly shouted over "WHEN WE WANT THE DEPUTY LEADER OF SINN FEIN TO SPEAK, WE WILL ASK YOU!!" Oh, how we chuckled. during the meal, I was sat next to Howie and his missus Marie. Marie incidentally is also a Police officer. Some minutes into the meal Marie asks "SCOUSE, HAVE YOU NOTICED I'VE DYED MY HAIR?" She then went on to say.."I DIDNT WANT TO, BUT IM BANNED FROM HERE AFTER A HEN PARTY LAST MONTH, SO IM IN DISGUISE!!" Good old North Wales Police.

As I was busy scribbling away about any blog worthy classics, I told Bear I was getting confused as I also had a pad of paper for the quiz. Quick as a flash, Bear shouts "FU***NG HELL SCOUSE, IT'S NOT THE FIRST TIME YOU'VE HAD TWO PADS ON THE GO AT THE SAME TIME!!" (he was messing!)
Soon the starters arrived and there was some confusion as to what Jane camplin had ordered, Sid shouts over "JUST GIVE HER A SODA BREAD, SHE'LL BE HAPPY WITH THAT!"
Sid then began to take in the decor of the place and commented "I LIKE THE WAY THEY HAVE DONE IT IN HERE, I WOULDN'T MIND SOME OF THIS FOR MY ANTE ROOM!" For God's sake, He lives in Hightown, not Blenheim Palace!

Howie then informed us that he was selling a camper van, to which said offered "I'LL BUY IT, I'VE ALWAYS WANTED ONE. WOULD THERE BE ENOUGH ROOM FOR MY HAIR AND TANNING PRODUCTS!" That reminds me, he also refused to put on a Christmas hat in case it "RUINED HIS HAIR". As the wine flowed, people began to start aiming party poppers and balloons at other guest sat at neighbouring tables. It was generally taken light-heartedly.Or so I thought......

I popped outside for another Ciggie with Bear and sid, and whilst there, a couple of nice young ladies were stood there. I asked if they were enjoying their evening. Not recognising us, one of them commented... "WELL WE WERE, BUT SOME SKANKY PEOPLE ON THAT TOP TABLE STARTED FIRING THINGS AT US. THEY ARE LIKE SOMETHING OFF SHAMELESS!!" I almost wet myself laughing, as did Sid and bear! We decided it best not to tell Heidi, Ange, Jane and the rest of the girls what had been said, as it would have turned into a Company smoker free for all! Not put off by their demeaning comments we continued our artillery barrage. Sid aimed one about ten clicks wide of his target and said "THATS STRANGE, IM USUALLY A GREAT AIM" To which Heid looked up and sneered "I DON'T THINKS SO!"

A short while later, Sid really came of age, He was caught collecting the plastic presents out of the crackers. When asked to explain, he replied "IM GONNA USE THEM AS STOCKING FILLERS FOR THE GRANDKIDS" This was said without the slightest hint of sarcasm and he was deadly serious! He is the original Ebeneezer Scrooge folks! We were now well into the meal, and by now the lamps were swinging and sandbags adorned by tinsel were being pulled up. Howie's missus Marie, listening to all the Army stories then pipes up with.. "SO, DO YOU ALL KNOW EACH OTHER FROM THE ARMY THEN!!!?" Er, no Marie, we are all random people who met up in Argos a week ago and decided to organise a Christmas get together!! Marie will not be applying for CID!

She did, however, have to tell me what order to use my cutlery in!! but hey, Im from Llangollen! Marie then asked how Bear got his nickname, he explained that it's what his Dad was called(Richie37), So he took the name on. Sid retorted "YEAH, IM CALLED RSM, AFTER MY BROTHER LARRY!!" sID THEN WENT ON TO TELL US THAT DEN MORRIS HAD PHONED UP AS HE WAS STILL OVERSEAS AND WANTED TO KNOW WHY WE HADN'T ASKED HIM TO BE AN AFTER DINNER SPEAKER FOR OUR FUNCTION, AFTER HIS EXPLOITS IN KABUL!!
Sid kindly told us that his only exploits were doing the Kebab run outside the base, because he was the only one that blended in with the locals!
Rather disturbingly Sid then told me "DEN MORRIS, LOOKS QUITE FIT FOR HIS AGE!!" Nice one sid, embracing diversity!

We then ventured into Wrexham Town and were met by Greg plimley and Rob 33. Nothing that Rob either said or did can be repeated on this family friendly forum! On seeing Greg, Sid went over and shouted "OI, GREG, WHEN ARE YOU GONNA MAKE MY SON IN LAW SUBSTANSIVE SERGEANT. MY DAUGHTER NEEDS TO BUY STUFF!" Whilst stood at the bar Howie and I seemed to wait an eternity to get served. Not helped by the fact, that the bartender was taking ten mins to serve a cocktail after spinning bottles and showing off. Howie's restraint was short lived as he shouted angrily at the barman.."HEY MATE, IF I WANT ENTERTAINMENT, I'LL GO TO A FU****G CIRCUS!!" Brilliant.

Greg slated Sid and I for wearing jackets with our Jeans. Sid told him "IM A CITY BOY, AND SCOUSE HAS DONE IT IN SYMPATHY FOR ME!!" As the beverages continued to flow, we began to get a bit rowdier and belted out a few classics. "THE GALLOPPING 23RD" Had a particularly rousing rendition. At one stage, the bouncer's approached us, had a quick look, then thought better of it and returned to the door!!

Well, another great night in great company. Al 50, I know you said something Blog-worthy but luckily for you, I forgot to write it down!! Places were limited this time due to the venue, so we will hopefully get a few more on board for our next little adventure which will be for Dai's day.Or as near to it as possible.

Cheers,

Scouse

Just to echo scouse`s Blog it was a cracking night a big thanks to LEW for the organisation and venue although he was late on parade and am now looking forward to the DAI`S day one should be another classic night in Wrexham :notworthy:

Scouse, I have to defend myself. I have now been berated twice in your blogs for my clothes! Granted, Tranny and Susannah would have a field day with my wardrobe, hence the reason I have let the Queen choose my clothes for the last 25 years.
However on the night in question everyone made a special effort, no-one said it was a formal night so smart / casual was the order of the day.
Scouse casual yes, smart?? Liverpools new away top and suit jacket, please!
He even had to show his warrant card to get in the Cambrian.:winker:

Oh Howie Howie Howie. So you reckon 'TRANNY and Susannah' would have afield day in your wardrobe? Yet another one embracing diversity!!! And please do not pretend you meant to spell it like that as a little joke!! Classic!