I think this thread was started as the actual death, and how quick it was, is just shocking. Add on top of that the fact that an 8 year old has lost a parent and the widower is somebody that as football fans is somebody we all recognise, it becomes something that effects us. So @iainment that is why it is on here and probably why your response has annoyed everyone.
I wasn"t rude, I wasn't disrespectful. I just questioned the relevance that's all. But ok if I've caused offence I apologise. But please let me know what the rules/limits are so I don't do it again.
I think this thread was started as the actual death, and how quick it was, is just shocking. Add on top of that the fact that an 8 year old has lost a parent and the widower is somebody that as football fans is somebody we all recognise, it becomes something that effects us. So @iainment that is why it is on here and probably why your response has annoyed everyone.
I wasn"t rude, I wasn't disrespectful. I just questioned the relevance that's all. But ok if I've caused offence I apologise. But please let me know what the rules/limits are so I don't do it again.
That's not an apology, is it. Delete it quickly before you get a load more abuse.
I think this thread was started as the actual death, and how quick it was, is just shocking. Add on top of that the fact that an 8 year old has lost a parent and the widower is somebody that as football fans is somebody we all recognise, it becomes something that effects us. So @iainment that is why it is on here and probably why your response has annoyed everyone.
I wasn"t rude, I wasn't disrespectful. I just questioned the relevance that's all. But ok if I've caused offence I apologise. But please let me know what the rules/limits are so I don't do it again.
At a guess maybe don't use a thread regardless of your view on it's perceived validity, to say something you know is insensitive.
Can we keep this thread for it's intended purpose please. This is neither the place for questioning the motives of the op or for swearing at someone because they have. Keep it respectful on all sides please.
Unbelievable the speed of this disease. As extremely disappointing it is that Gemma wasn't referred to hospital for tests sooner, in all probability, it seems that it had already taken over her body.
I think this thread was started as the actual death, and how quick it was, is just shocking. Add on top of that the fact that an 8 year old has lost a parent and the widower is somebody that as football fans is somebody we all recognise, it becomes something that effects us. So @iainment that is why it is on here and probably why your response has annoyed everyone.
I wasn"t rude, I wasn't disrespectful. I just questioned the relevance that's all. But ok if I've caused offence I apologise. But please let me know what the rules/limits are so I don't do it again.
There are no rules but I think the point is that is as "relevant" to some as say beer, betting, politics etc etc is to others. The difference is that some of us choose not to comment on them if we have nothing "relevant" to say.
Unbelievable the speed of this disease. As extremely disappointing it is that Gemma wasn't referred to hospital for tests sooner, in all probability, it seems that it had already taken over her body.
RIP Gemma
As mentioned earlier, my stepdad almost died within a week of diagnosis. He was on holiday in the canaries with my Mum and was just complaining of feeling a bit rough and a bit tired. One morning he just lost all energy completely and Mum took him to hospital where they put him on a drip and ran tests. Warned her to expect the worst (luckily, the hospital in Gran Canaria is a leading cancer hospital - who knew eh?). He stayed there for about 5 weeks before they transferred him to a hospital back home. That’s when he had the bone marrow transplant and recovered for a while. As you say @Addick Addict , it had probably been attacking the body for a while already. It can creep up on you, leukaemia.
Also, everybody, sorry for banging my drum, but please donate bone marrow. So few people do it and it really helps.
I don't think the British public knowing about his personal tragic event really helps.
People should be able to mourn in private.
He tweeted it himself.
Still hit me like a sledgehammer when I read it last night, beyond tragic, I grew up with him on blue Peter and seems a great fella. I’m sure his wife was lovely as well. RIP
He goes over parts in that where most men don’t go and won’t go but his section on IVF and the loss when you miscarry and the feeling of total helplessness really take me back to a dark place
But to then lose your rock and be left in the world with just your child is heartbreaking I can’t follow it any longer I have tried since his tradegy occurred
He goes over parts in that where most men don’t go and won’t go but his section on IVF and the loss when you miscarry and the feeling of total helplessness really take me back to a dark place
But to then lose your rock and be left in the world with just your child is heartbreaking I can’t follow it any longer I have tried since his tradegy occurred
I’ve read a couple of things of his but it breaks my heart. I met him 18months ago at the football league awards and he was a thoroughly nice and approachable bloke. His suffering is obvious but he needs to be there for his son now. Time is a healer but the fact he has their son must act as a constant reminder of both the good and bad times. I really feel for him
I found myself just wanting to go find him and say it’s all going to be alright
Every single fella on here married or in a relationship with kids could find themselves in his postition within the blink of an eye and that’s quite a sobering thought for me
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RIP Gemma
As you say @Addick Addict , it had probably been attacking the body for a while already.
It can creep up on you, leukaemia.
Also, everybody, sorry for banging my drum, but please donate bone marrow. So few people do it and it really helps.
I don't think the British public knowing about his personal tragic event really helps.
People should be able to mourn in private.
Still hit me like a sledgehammer when I read it last night, beyond tragic, I grew up with him on blue Peter and seems a great fella. I’m sure his wife was lovely as well. RIP
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But to then lose your rock and be left in the world with just your child is heartbreaking I can’t follow it any longer I have tried since his tradegy occurred
Time is a healer but the fact he has their son must act as a constant reminder of both the good and bad times. I really feel for him
heartbreaking story and to think I sometimes moan at my missus as to why did we have 4 kids (when they all play up etc).
hope he's able to get back on Sky presenting at some point.
Is he still hosting any live matches at the moment?
Other than Ed Chamberlain; Simon Thomas and Scott Minto are the best they've got
Every single fella on here married or in a relationship with kids could find themselves in his postition within the blink of an eye and that’s quite a sobering thought for me