TIL 1010 4,751 Posted January 8 An open letter to Delia… (myfootballwriter.com) 2 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
......and Smith must score. 1,346 Posted January 8 A gentler approach to a thorny subject. Well done Kathy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wings of a Sparrow 1,419 Posted January 8 Nicely worded 👍 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
norwich canary 73 Posted January 8 I just hope it does the trick Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Soldier on 160 Posted January 8 1 minute ago, norwich canary said: I just hope it does the trick Can but hope . Will she even see it ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Canary Wundaboy 1,359 Posted January 8 This 3 year transition period is a pipe dream. Change has to happen now. Every week we delay puts the club further behind the curve. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nuff Said 5,146 Posted January 8 Paging @nutty nigel Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
yellowrider120 765 Posted January 8 Another first class appeal to the 'owner' / 'owners' from a 100% Yellow. That said, I disagree with the bit about ...........'getting close to a statue'! There are NO statues at FCR of ANY former player or manager unless I have missed them. Should one ever be put up for Delia Smith whilst this absence continues that would only confirm the very bizarre adoration of said person which seems to exceed that sentiment for those who actually played for or managed our club. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Real Buh 3,445 Posted January 8 (edited) It’s very nice, but I suspect the damage that’s been done is unfortunately permanent and I don’t think it’s done yet. I think we’re in for more embarrassment and it’ll go national I’m afraid. it didn’t need to be like this, that feeling of it being unnecessary is what i can’t shake. Edited January 8 by The Real Buh Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
norfolkngood 1,087 Posted January 8 56 minutes ago, Canary Wundaboy said: This 3 year transition period is a pipe dream. Change has to happen now. Every week we delay puts the club further behind the curve. i think it is playing straight into MA hands , he is a Businessman might be all chuckles and smiles but you can see he is here not to mess around 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Corbs1 89 Posted January 8 Stick to the 3 year plan please 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Midlands Yellow 3,995 Posted January 8 Just Wow! That’s sweet but the dagger thrown in multiple times. The best yet today of ‘Time’s Up Delia’ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Midlands Yellow 3,995 Posted January 8 Just now, Corbs1 said: Stick to the 3 year plan please Explain why! Absolute madness. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
yellowrider120 765 Posted January 8 It would be nice to think that the two articles penned today are seen, read with seriousness and (for once) an objective, friendly and generous response sent. Said response (if I was in D Smith's shoes) would be an offer to meet with a fans group and discuss their concerns in a far less abrasive manner than she normally exhibits whenever anyone dare say something that even remotely smacks of criticism (however measured and reasonable that criticism might be). The perfectly reasonable question from Connor Southwell summed up D Smith precisely judged by her contemptuous response. It was that response that really wound up many fans (amongst the many others). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Midlands Yellow 3,995 Posted January 8 16 minutes ago, norfolkngood said: i think it is playing straight into MA hands , he is a Businessman might be all chuckles and smiles but you can see he is here not to mess around Absolutely, who knows how it will pan out but he’ll have a plan. The alternative was nephew Tom! Now we all know that would lead in one direction (except Corbs and a very few others) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Real Buh 3,445 Posted January 8 14 minutes ago, Midlands Yellow said: Explain why! Absolute madness. There’s a 3 year plan? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Midlands Yellow 3,995 Posted January 8 1 minute ago, The Real Buh said: There’s a 3 year plan? For ‘Her who can’t let go’ 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
By Hook or Ian crook 917 Posted January 8 No matter how well intentioned, nothing anyone says to Delia will make her change her mind that she’s doing the right thing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pete 319 Posted January 8 Really Kathy why the sycophancy, just tell it as it is. Don't expecr Delia to meet your hopes and wishes. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Real Buh 3,445 Posted January 8 It’s weird that a few weeks back I said this crisis would spread to the “blogosphere” of internet influencers etc and that’s what’s happening. how odd Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kathy 733 Posted January 8 2 minutes ago, pete said: Really Kathy why the sycophancy, just tell it as it is. Don't expecr Delia to meet your hopes and wishes. Anyone who knows me will tell you I’m far from a sycophant. Rudeness and abuse gets you nowhere. 7 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Crafty Canary 497 Posted January 8 How do you define a genuine fan? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Real Buh 3,445 Posted January 8 11 minutes ago, pete said: Really Kathy why the sycophancy, just tell it as it is. Don't expecr Delia to meet your hopes and wishes. I don’t think it’s sychophancy, honestly. Its a weird thing to read really. I agree with much of it and the only thing I really contest I actually admire and that’s the mercy and opportunity at redemption the article indicates to. That there’s still a chance. I honestly believe there’s no chance anymore and like I’ve said it’s a shame, but it’s going to have to end in a mess I think. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
S_81 803 Posted January 8 44 minutes ago, norfolkngood said: i think it is playing straight into MA hands , he is a Businessman might be all chuckles and smiles but you can see he is here not to mess around Club will be a lot cheaper to purchase at this rate 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Raptor 1,211 Posted January 8 2 minutes ago, S_81 said: Club will be a lot cheaper to purchase at this rate Hopefully more money to **** up the wall on rubbish signings then! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Big Vince 318 Posted January 8 1 hour ago, yellowrider120 said: Another first class appeal to the 'owner' / 'owners' from a 100% Yellow. That said, I disagree with the bit about ...........'getting close to a statue'! There are NO statues at FCR of ANY former player or manager unless I have missed them. Should one ever be put up for Delia Smith whilst this absence continues that would only confirm the very bizarre adoration of said person which seems to exceed that sentiment for those who actually played for or managed our club. Only Jimmy Bone should have a statue. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Capt. Pants 4,250 Posted January 8 We absolutely cannot wait 3 years even if we are already 1 year into even if the outcome is not quite what Delia supporters and shareholders would like. The transition may have worked had Wagner not been so useless, but if you read Kathy's letter and Bridget's lament on MFW you quickly realise the mess this club is in and that it goes far deeper than the Head Coach. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dr Greenthumb 750 Posted January 8 56 minutes ago, The Real Buh said: It’s weird that a few weeks back I said this crisis would spread to the “blogosphere” of internet influencers etc and that’s what’s happening. how odd I’ve said these owners haven’t been fit for purpose for ten years, it’s not took a rocket scientist to see that Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Graham Paddons Beard 2,434 Posted January 8 When people like Kathy take the trouble to write this , you know it isn’t 20% . Not even close. Those of us that work , live and socialise in the Fine City know it’s the majority. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Midlands Yellow 3,995 Posted January 8 10 minutes ago, Graham Paddons Beard said: When people like Kathy take the trouble to write this , you know it isn’t 20% . Not even close. Those of us that work , live and socialise in the Fine City know it’s the majority. Bang on. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
