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Merry Christmas from Fantasy Football Scout

25 December 2013 425 comments
Mark Mark
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The Christmas Day message and, while it’s fitting for me to announce my own personal Fantasy Football “Annus horribilis”, this is a day for all Fantasy managers to put red and green arrows to one side, embrace the distractions of family and friends and return fresh on Boxing Day.

Having said that, typically, we’re not putting our slippered feet up just yet. Over the course of the day we’ll bring you the second part of Frisking the Fixtures from Roscola, while Paul and I will deliver the Boxing Day Scout Picks and “Differentials”.

So, Merry Christmas to you and your family from Fantasy Football Scout but be sure to sneak away to get yourself fully prepared for tomorrow when, through a Baileys and mincemeat haze, the Gameweek action will resume.

Mark Mark created the beast. He's now looking to tame it.

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  1. Blue Lion
    • 12 Years
    12 years, 3 months ago

    Merry Christmas to you too Mark.

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  2. mookie
    • 12 Years
    12 years, 3 months ago

    I really don't get the love on here for the 3rd and 4th spot mid/def combo. Seems like everyone goes for the expensive mid.+cheap def.

    Jags+Barkley 11,3m 140pts
    Mertes+Shelvey 11,8m 143pts
    Terry+Whitts 11,8m 144pts
    (For ~1m more you could have Cabaye or Lallana)

    Yaya+Ward 13,9m 154pts
    Hazard+Burner 14,2m 145pts
    Ozil+Gabbi 14,5m 140pts

    All the above players played in most of the games.
    2-2,5m could be the difference between owning Aguero/Negredo, Rooney/Giroud

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    1. Round and Round
      • 13 Years
      12 years, 3 months ago

      Although I understand the point you're making, you're missing a lot of the key issues here.

      Also, those totals don't display the upturn in mid points and downturn in premium defender points from the past month or so

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  3. El Berbossa - \\\"El b…
    • 14 Years
    12 years, 3 months ago

    test

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    1. Yes Don
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 16 Years
      12 years, 3 months ago

      A success

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  4. Coaly
    • 13 Years
    12 years, 3 months ago

    Roon or Suarez captain? Hull strong at home Lukaku out of form. Or Suarez with a tough fixture. I do expect him to score but everyone else will captain him so would love lukaku to bang a few in

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    1. Baby Face Nelson
      • 15 Years
      12 years, 3 months ago

      I'm going Ozil (c)

      hopefully with a bit of help from Jack D i'll be able to stick to it

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    2. Something Clever
      • 16 Years
      12 years, 3 months ago

      Rooney. I have a feeling City will shut Pool out.

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      1. El Berbossa - \\\"El b…
        • 14 Years
        12 years, 3 months ago

        Hull strong at home. And united are not exactly doing well as of late.

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        1. Jax
          • 16 Years
          12 years, 3 months ago

          4 wins in a row

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    3. mookie
      • 12 Years
      12 years, 3 months ago

      Rooney or Lukaku for me

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    4. Round and Round
      • 13 Years
      12 years, 3 months ago

      If you avoid Suarez, Rooney is the sensible choice. Form over fixture. Lukaku could get a bit haul in any game, not just against weak sides - even the inconsistent Hazard is easier to predict in this way (strong against weak teams).

      I'd still go Suarez. Forget the ownership, City aren't exactly solid at the back.

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      1. El Berbossa - \\\"El b…
        • 14 Years
        12 years, 3 months ago

        And no Zabaleta

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        1. Coaly
          • 13 Years
          12 years, 3 months ago

          But kompany

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          1. Round and Round
            • 13 Years
            12 years, 3 months ago

            Made errors in almost every game this season. Look at City's record this season with him playing too

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            1. Coaly
              • 13 Years
              12 years, 3 months ago

              So you're going Suarez?

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              1. Round and Round
                • 13 Years
                12 years, 3 months ago

                Most definitely

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      2. Camp No No
        • 12 Years
        12 years, 3 months ago

        I would no longer captain Lukaku in any match. I just can't trust that he wouldn't blank. Currently ponder following options: Suarez, Hazard, Cabaye. The last one is a bit of a punt though, and with these deep midfielders there's little potential to really big numbers, so will probably go with either Suarez or Hazard.

        Problem with Suarez is this: I don't like away captains, always try to find a one who plays at home, and least of all I like a captain playing away at Etihad. Then again, Suarez is still the obvious choice.

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        1. Coaly
          • 13 Years
          12 years, 3 months ago

          Good points

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    5. marco_atk85
      • 13 Years
      12 years, 3 months ago

      Always form over fixture. If walcott scored brace in Ethiad, why Suarez cannot?

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  5. Get up ya bum
    • 16 Years
    12 years, 3 months ago

    This is my planned wildcard team for gw20.

    Mannone Marshal
    Coleman Kolarov Evans Ward Chester
    Ozil Silva Walcott Cabaye Bannan
    Suarez Rooney Lukaku

    Leaves 0.1 in the bank now so prices need to be kind to me. Can always go with a cheaper striker like Adebayor instead of Lukaku.
    Thoughts

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    1. Round and Round
      • 13 Years
      12 years, 3 months ago

      Gw21 is your first chance to use it. Overall I like it. Azpilicueta over Kolarov perhaps. And watch Bannan's gametime, was subbed early at weekend.

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    2. QPR expects... glory!
      • 15 Years
      12 years, 3 months ago

      How many of these have you already got?

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      1. Get up ya bum
        • 16 Years
        12 years, 3 months ago

        5

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  6. FORCA INTER
    • 14 Years
    12 years, 3 months ago

    marry Xmass everyone

    even to my haters

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    1. Get up ya bum
      • 16 Years
      12 years, 3 months ago

      Merry xmas Forca. We lovers not haters

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  7. Darth
    • 14 Years
    12 years, 3 months ago

    Merry Christmas everyone. May the force be with you, always.

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  8. QPR expects... glory!
    • 15 Years
    12 years, 3 months ago

    Merry Xmas Mark and the FFS team 😀

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  9. alsybach
    • 16 Years
    12 years, 3 months ago

    I am surprised mr hazard hasn't had more votes for the captaincy. I am avoiding lukaku, Rooney and silva, I can see hazard filling his Santa boots!!!

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    1. Get up ya bum
      • 16 Years
      12 years, 3 months ago

      Too inconsistent

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      1. QPR expects... glory!
        • 15 Years
        12 years, 3 months ago

        Yeah but he's a flat track bully with a home game against a toothless and banged up Swansea team.

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        1. Round and Round
          • 13 Years
          12 years, 3 months ago

          Correct. However Swansea don't fall into the being bullied category, even with injuries. Hazard won't see the ball enough to do damage imo.

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          1. QPR expects... glory!
            • 15 Years
            12 years, 3 months ago

            You're probably right. I'm probably gonna toss a coin between Negredo and Suarez as I can see both scoring.

            I started the GW with the arm band on Walcott but that tired display from Arsenal's other midfielders made me re-think it. Then again, he's a great differential and Wet Spam are a cure all for whatever ails good teams....

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            1. Round and Round
              • 13 Years
              12 years, 3 months ago

              If I had Negredo I would captain him over Suarez this week. I know his points tallies haven't been spectacular but I am always extremely impressed watching him play. Yes, no Aguero can be argued to make him less dangerous but also works the other way - he'll get more chances. From what I've seen he's an accomplished finisher who has just missed a few.

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            2. tw
              • 14 Years
              12 years, 3 months ago

              Arsenal's poor display was more from Chelsea making the game ugly/boring imo

              for me it's Suarez (most likely yes) or wally if I feel a bit punty. also have negredo but fancy the other two more tbh

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  10. money face bandwagon
    • 12 Years
    12 years, 3 months ago

    read from goal.com that zaba has started training

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  11. El Berbossa - \\\"El b…
    • 14 Years
    12 years, 3 months ago

    Ready to go for Boxing day? Dont know if baker will play if Vlaar returns

    Szcezney
    Coleman, Terry, Baker
    Walcott, Silva, Ramsey, Hazard
    Suarez(C), Rooney(VC), Negredo

    Subs: Ravel, Ward, Chester

    Cheers and Merry Xmas

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    1. Coaly
      • 13 Years
      12 years, 3 months ago

      He won't but gabbidon in wouldn't be too bad. Solid team and the safest (c) choice

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    2. Round and Round
      • 13 Years
      12 years, 3 months ago

      Looks great. Defence not worth a transfer with okayish backup.

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  12. QPR expects... glory!
    • 15 Years
    12 years, 3 months ago

    What's the over/under on the number of players falling off the suspension tightrope on Boxing Day? I'd expect at least 6 players will want a day off with the family on the 28th/29th 😀

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    1. tw
      • 14 Years
      12 years, 3 months ago

      they're professionals

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  13. lilmessipran
    • 13 Years
    12 years, 3 months ago

    whom to start out of gabbidon and shelvey?

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  14. alsybach
    • 16 Years
    12 years, 3 months ago

    What about Coleman as a captain pick!????

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    1. Jax
      • 16 Years
      12 years, 3 months ago

      He's not going to get huge scores every week

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    2. Round and Round
      • 13 Years
      12 years, 3 months ago

      Actually, fairly decent shout this. You'd expect 6-8 points minimum and then a decent chance of an assist/goal

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      1. Mull
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 14 Years
        12 years, 3 months ago

        Same logic applies with Baines but it never works out like you want it to.

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        1. tw
          • 14 Years
          12 years, 3 months ago

          agreed

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    3. Mull
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 14 Years
      12 years, 3 months ago

      I wouldn't. Sunderland could alway nick a goal and he isn't that attacking.

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    4. Koflok
      • 13 Years
      12 years, 3 months ago

      All Everton players are Baines this season

      Never bench, never captain

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  15. weetonyharris
    • 14 Years
    12 years, 3 months ago

    just have the feeling that Adebayor will score at least two tomorrow. i'm getting rid of Lukaku for him.

    whose with me?

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    1. Jax
      • 16 Years
      12 years, 3 months ago

      Soldado will prob score

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    2. El Berbossa - \\\"El b…
      • 14 Years
      12 years, 3 months ago

      I woul at least wait one more game. Lukaku has 3 home fixtures

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      1. weetonyharris
        • 14 Years
        12 years, 3 months ago

        spurs have west brom and stoke at home.

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        1. Wirtzle Gummidge
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 13 Years
          12 years, 3 months ago

          Adebayor (C)

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  16. FORCA INTER
    • 14 Years
    12 years, 3 months ago

    anyone else C Wally?

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    1. QPR expects... glory!
      • 15 Years
      12 years, 3 months ago

      Was going to. Now wavering and will probably go elsewhere

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    2. tw
      • 14 Years
      12 years, 3 months ago

      assuming I get him, he's the only one i'd captain if I didn't captain Suarez but I fancy the Uruguayan for a big score again

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  17. TorresMagic™
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • Has Moderation Rights
    • 16 Years
    12 years, 3 months ago

    Merry Xmas to all on FFS.
    It's nearly over here in Sydney.

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    1. tw
      • 14 Years
      12 years, 3 months ago

      Merry Christmas mate!!! hope you had a good one

      crazy to think as mine started just 36 min ago

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      1. TorresMagic™
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • Has Moderation Rights
        • 16 Years
        12 years, 3 months ago

        Enjoy yours even with the cold weather.
        We had a rainy day today in the middle of summer.

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        1. Koflok
          • 13 Years
          12 years, 3 months ago

          Raining on summer?

          Sounds a lot like Melbourne 😉

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  18. tw
    • 14 Years
    12 years, 3 months ago

    ravel + GJ > wally + ward (-4)

    yay or nay?

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    1. Koflok
      • 13 Years
      12 years, 3 months ago

      Similar dilemma

      Leaning towards yay for me.

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      1. tw
        • 14 Years
        12 years, 3 months ago

        what's yours?

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        1. Koflok
          • 13 Years
          12 years, 3 months ago

          See below

          Only difference is Ivan instead of GJ who have better odds for CS vs Swa

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  19. Mull
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 14 Years
    12 years, 3 months ago

    My captain isn't even in the poll this week 😎

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    1. tw
      • 14 Years
      12 years, 3 months ago

      😯 who?

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      1. Mull
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 14 Years
        12 years, 3 months ago

        I'll narrow it down. He's Spanish.

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        1. Sarnab
          • 14 Years
          12 years, 3 months ago

          Negredo??

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          1. tw
            • 14 Years
            12 years, 3 months ago

            I'm pretty sure he's in the captain's poll

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        2. Koflok
          • 13 Years
          12 years, 3 months ago

          Arteta?

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        3. tw
          • 14 Years
          12 years, 3 months ago

          Michu? Azpi? Mata? Torres? Caz?

          Guessing it's Soldado though....

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          1. Mull
            • Fantasy Football Scout Member
            • 14 Years
            12 years, 3 months ago

            Soldado it is. Could be an amazing punt.

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  20. Koflok
    • 13 Years
    12 years, 3 months ago

    Ivan Ravel to Wally Ward (-4)
    Or
    Do it next GW for free and play Redmond

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    1. tw
      • 14 Years
      12 years, 3 months ago

      depends if you think Chelsea will play 433 or 4231 going forward

      4231 = leaky and I'd definitely go through with that transfer
      433 = much more solid like we saw vs arsenal but I might still pull the trigger on that one

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  21. andres
    • 14 Years
    12 years, 3 months ago

    Howard (davies)
    Coleman merte ward (chester williams)
    Hazard wally rambo cabaye (jedinak)
    Lukaku suarez roo
    0.9, no FT

    Worried that I have no city... Take a hit somewhere or leave it for palace?
    What moves would you recommend?

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  22. Mojo Rojo
    • 13 Years
    12 years, 3 months ago

    That's on Jonny Evans' game time? Becoming nailed?

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    1. Mojo Rojo
      • 13 Years
      12 years, 3 months ago

      *Thoughts

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  23. Baa
    • 13 Years
    12 years, 3 months ago

    Happy Christmas to all sheep and non-sheep!

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  24. Round and Round
    • 13 Years
    12 years, 3 months ago

    It does occasionally. No different to captaining any other big defender - in general not a good idea but in some scenarios it may be most logical choice

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    1. Round and Round
      • 13 Years
      12 years, 3 months ago

      fail to Mull in above thread about Coleman

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  25. Sarnab
    • 14 Years
    12 years, 3 months ago

    Merry Xmas to all

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    1. Kane Toads
      • 13 Years
      12 years, 3 months ago

      Merry Christmas!!

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  26. dmcqt
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 16 Years
    12 years, 3 months ago

    What's going on with defenders for £3.9? Are there any good replacements for Baker or should I just let him rot on my bench? I'm considering Whittaker, Chester, Chambers, and Bruce. Who is the most nailed on?

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    1. tw
      • 14 Years
      12 years, 3 months ago

      I think Chester probably

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      1. Mojo Rojo
        • 13 Years
        12 years, 3 months ago

        +1

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      2. dmcqt
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 16 Years
        12 years, 3 months ago

        Thanks. Hull have some tough fixtures, though if they keep playing 3-5-2 they could be tough to break down.

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  27. Round and Round
    • 13 Years
    12 years, 3 months ago

    This is me then...

    Howard
    Coleman Burner Evra
    Hazard Silva Cabaye Whittingham
    Suarez(c) Lukaku Rooney(v)

    I bid you all farewell and a very merry Christmas! One more sleep!

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  28. Tim Canterbury
    • 14 Years
    12 years, 3 months ago

    Merry Xmas to all. I opened all my presents last night so I can have a lay in. Looking forward to my salmon and egg breakfast with champers tho!

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  29. Gaz Downright
    • Has Moderation Rights
    • 15 Years
    12 years, 3 months ago

    I'm captaining

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    1. A.T
      • 15 Years
      12 years, 3 months ago

      Drum roll....

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  30. A.T
    • 15 Years
    12 years, 3 months ago

    Merry Christmas everyone. I got slippers, a key ring and a calendar. Lucky me 😀

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    1. Jafalad
      • 16 Years
      12 years, 3 months ago

      Merry Chrimbo, Timbo. 😉

      Latest Bowie, Jimmy Connors' autobiography and something you put in the garden that glows at night for me 🙂

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      1. A.T
        • 15 Years
        12 years, 3 months ago

        Ooh that Bowie autobiog sounds good. Love a bit if Bowie me.

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        1. Jafalad
          • 16 Years
          12 years, 3 months ago

          It's a cd.

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      2. Biggerlips
        • 14 Years
        12 years, 3 months ago

        Magic mushroom?

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