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Nelson Mandela

Off_it
Off_it Posts: 29,010
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Doesn't sound good for him.
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  • Kap10
    Kap10 Posts: 15,637
    Sounds like he is playing on the roof. http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-22824988
  • AFKABartram
    AFKABartram Posts: 58,131
    Doctor: Mr Mandela, this machine is keeping you alive. While this is happening, a celebrity from across the globe is reaching out to celebrate your life and your struggles.

    Madela: wonderful. And what is this inspired character doing exactly ?

    Doctor: he is running 26 marathons in 26 days to highlight the indignity and unjust of your years in captivity.

    Mandela: this is truly truly a great person. Who is this man ?

    Doctor: Eddie Izzard sir

    Mandela: who ?

    Doctor: Eddie Izzard. A British comedian.

    Mandela: ah, I think I know. I saw him once and to be honest I didn't think he was funny. However, we can find a way to work with it. Do we know anything else about him ?

    Doctor: He's a cross dresser

    Mandela: As in a man who likes to dress like a girl ? What is wrong with these people ??? It is not an ideal situation at all, however I'm sure we can make the most of it. Do we know anything else about him ?

    Doctor: He supports Crystal Palace Football Cl...

    Mandela: Pull dat plug. PULL DAT FECKIN PLUG !
  • Off_it
    Off_it Posts: 29,010
    That's not exactly in good taste, is it?
  • bloodnut
    bloodnut Posts: 2,146
    edited June 2013
    a quick history lesson on his life... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jgQBoXsxr8w&feature=player_detailpage
  • Draizetrain
    Draizetrain Posts: 801
    Yeah I reckon 'ol `Madiba' could be on his way out this time. I've got an ex work mate who now lives back home in Durban and he says the country is bracing itself for the worst. I think we're going to see global grieving levels that'll make Princess Dianas' death look like kids play tbh.
  • bloodnut
    bloodnut Posts: 2,146
    one of the best protest songs too (the specials version)... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AgcTvoWjZJU&feature=player_detailpage
  • Henry Irving
    Henry Irving Posts: 85,467
    I hope the same rules will be applied on CL, and are observed by all, as were when Lady Thatcher died.
  • Cordoban Addick
    Cordoban Addick Posts: 5,448
    Draizetrain said:

    Yeah I reckon 'ol `Madiba' could be on his way out this time. I've got an ex work mate who now lives back home in Durban and he says the country is bracing itself for the worst. I think we're going to see global grieving levels that'll make Princess Dianas' death look like kids play tbh.

    And probably one of the few people around who might actually deserve it (grieving).
  • Riviera
    Riviera Posts: 8,167
    edited June 2013
    Henry Irving said:

    I hope the same rules will be applied on CL, and are observed by all, as were when Lady Thatcher died.

    But they weren't observed were they? There will always be idiots whatever is asked by the hosts.
    I really don't see the need for any RIP/Tribute/Death announcement threads on here apart from CAFC linked well known figures.
  • se9addick
    se9addick Posts: 32,194
    Riviera said:

    Henry Irving said:

    I hope the same rules will be applied on CL, and are observed by all, as were when Lady Thatcher died.

    But they weren't observed were they? There will always be idiots whatever is asked by the hosts.
    Hmmm...I don't think Mandella is as divisive figure as Thatcher

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  • AFKABartram
    AFKABartram Posts: 58,131
    Err, he's not died yet
  • Off_it
    Off_it Posts: 29,010
    AFKABartram said:

    Err, he's not died yet

    True. But the way they are reporting it it seems like its going to be sooner rather than later - in which case your "joke" might appear a bit crass (or more crass, depending on your point of view).

    Up to you of course. It's your ball.
  • Lincsaddick
    Lincsaddick Posts: 32,483
    edited June 2013
    A truly great human being, but you can't last forever. Although he is not ostensibly in power, he is a great icon and example for the South African people of all colours, tribes and races as well as political persuasions. When he goes some chaos may reign, even greater chaos than is the case now. I hope you recover soon Mr Mandela, whatever, you will be remembered forever
  • Redskin
    Redskin Posts: 3,132
    Riviera said:

    Henry Irving said:

    I hope the same rules will be applied on CL, and are observed by all, as were when Lady Thatcher died.

    But they weren't observed were they? There will always be idiots whatever is asked by the hosts.
    I really don't see the need for any RIP/Tribute/Death announcement threads on here apart from CAFC linked well known figures.
    Except in this case where it's one of the hosts that has muddied the waters.

  • Henry Irving
    Henry Irving Posts: 85,467
    se9addick said:

    Riviera said:

    Henry Irving said:

    I hope the same rules will be applied on CL, and are observed by all, as were when Lady Thatcher died.

    But they weren't observed were they? There will always be idiots whatever is asked by the hosts.
    Hmmm...I don't think Mandella is as divisive figure as Thatcher
    Perhaps not but my point stands.
  • AFKABartram
    AFKABartram Posts: 58,131
    Off_it said:

    AFKABartram said:

    Err, he's not died yet

    True. But the way they are reporting it it seems like its going to be sooner rather than later - in which case your "joke" might appear a bit crass (or more crass, depending on your point of view).

    Up to you of course. It's your ball.
    Don't go on, its a light hearted joke at Izzard, not at Mandela. Probably not funny, but most of my jokes are never as funny as I think they are !

    If people are truly offended then I'll remove it.

  • Off_it
    Off_it Posts: 29,010
    I think I've got him folks!
  • AFKABartram
    AFKABartram Posts: 58,131
    Congratulations
  • Off_it
    Off_it Posts: 29,010
    Life is all about small victories. And they don't come much smaller than you.
    ;-)
  • Lincsaddick
    Lincsaddick Posts: 32,483
    AFKABartram said:

    Off_it said:

    AFKABartram said:

    Err, he's not died yet

    True. But the way they are reporting it it seems like its going to be sooner rather than later - in which case your "joke" might appear a bit crass (or more crass, depending on your point of view).

    Up to you of course. It's your ball.
    Don't go on, its a light hearted joke at Izzard, not at Mandela. Probably not funny, but most of my jokes are never as funny as I think they are !

    If people are truly offended then I'll remove it.

    AFKA .. you of all posters should know that you cant please them all , all of the time ..keep it here .. your comment/joke was not in the best of taste, but quite apt and amusing in a gallows way

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  • Henry Irving
    Henry Irving Posts: 85,467
    AFKABartram said:

    Off_it said:

    AFKABartram said:

    Err, he's not died yet

    True. But the way they are reporting it it seems like its going to be sooner rather than later - in which case your "joke" might appear a bit crass (or more crass, depending on your point of view).

    Up to you of course. It's your ball.
    Don't go on, its a light hearted joke at Izzard, not at Mandela. Probably not funny, but most of my jokes are never as funny as I think they are !

    If people are truly offended then I'll remove it.

    I did wonder why a south African was talking in a Caribbean accent ("Dat" )
  • nolly
    nolly Posts: 12,122
    Nothing wrong with gallows humor when my Missus was having a life saving operation the senior surgeon accidentally put a sheet over her face . Kept the morale up
  • bloodnut
    bloodnut Posts: 2,146
    nolly said:

    Nothing wrong with gallows humor when my Missus was having a life saving operation the senior surgeon accidentally put a sheet over her face . Kept the morale up

    nice one nolly :~)
  • BIG_ROB
    BIG_ROB Posts: 5,274
    Had some laughs over me kidney transplant!
  • Lincsaddick
    Lincsaddick Posts: 32,483
    BIG_ROB said:

    Had some laughs over me kidney transplant!

    gravy with that sir?
  • BIG_ROB
    BIG_ROB Posts: 5,274
    Lincsaddick said:

    BIG_ROB said:

    Had some laughs over me kidney transplant!

    gravy with that sir?
    Not that old chestnut
  • Stig
    Stig Posts: 29,292
    Henry Irving said:

    AFKABartram said:

    Off_it said:

    AFKABartram said:

    Err, he's not died yet

    True. But the way they are reporting it it seems like its going to be sooner rather than later - in which case your "joke" might appear a bit crass (or more crass, depending on your point of view).

    Up to you of course. It's your ball.
    Don't go on, its a light hearted joke at Izzard, not at Mandela. Probably not funny, but most of my jokes are never as funny as I think they are !

    If people are truly offended then I'll remove it.

    I did wonder why a south African was talking in a Caribbean accent ("Dat" )
    He' a big fan of Pluto Shervington.
  • JohnBoyUK
    JohnBoyUK Posts: 9,120
    Afka, keep it up mate, thats one of your best in 37 years :)
  • WSS
    WSS Posts: 25,114
    Did he only start telling jokes when he turned 10 then?
  • Henry Irving
    Henry Irving Posts: 85,467
    Stig said:

    Henry Irving said:

    AFKABartram said:

    Off_it said:

    AFKABartram said:

    Err, he's not died yet

    True. But the way they are reporting it it seems like its going to be sooner rather than later - in which case your "joke" might appear a bit crass (or more crass, depending on your point of view).

    Up to you of course. It's your ball.
    Don't go on, its a light hearted joke at Izzard, not at Mandela. Probably not funny, but most of my jokes are never as funny as I think they are !

    If people are truly offended then I'll remove it.

    I did wonder why a south African was talking in a Caribbean accent ("Dat" )
    He' a big fan of Pluto Shervington.
    I get it, Lookie will get it. AFKA will have no idea what you're talking about : - )

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