May 2011
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What The????
Yesterday I received a letter from the Disability & Carer Service after I applied to them for DLA due to my Joint Hypermobility.
I can tell you all, I was SHOCKED at how fast their desicion was. As you can probably tell it was a NO!. They say it was due to what I said, because I don’t need a lot of help and as of when I claimed I could walk 70 yards. Well, I contacted them and told them...
April 2011
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My email/letter to press
Raising Awareness of Joint Hypermobility Syndrome
Dear Sir/Madam,
I am writing to you to ask for your help in raising awareness of a pain condition.
I suffer from Joint Hypermobility Syndrome, this is a pain condition that affects the joints and is also known as being Double Jointed. I have this in my knees, elbows and wrists. One day I can be in constant pain, and the next day I can be fine....
Trying to get Special gifts to Raffle for HMSA
Well, this past week I have been trying to gather some special things to Raffle off to raise money for HMSA (Hypermobility Syndrome Assosiation).
I emailed the SFA if they could donate anything and to my horror they only support two charities. They wouldn’t even take time out to help a charity who are really in need of funds, instead they help one of thier own and Alzheimers Society (which...
Trying to Cope
Well, the past few days I have been trying to cope with some low mood and pain. Last week, mainly Thursday and Friday, I was feeling my lowest since my Granda Charlie’s passing. I think the adrenaline of all good that happened had worn off as I was beginning to feel that nothing was moving forward again. I am still waiting to hear from Melanie from Arthritis Care about volunteering, it...
Fuel Prices: Worth it or Rip off?
As a non driver in the UK you would think I wouldn’t give a rats about the petrol prices. But you are wrong, I do. My parents and older brother both run cars and I rely on them to get me from A to B. At the moment before the budget, I was hardly able to go out due to the rising costs of Petrol Prices. Although my mum is in a full time job, my dad however is in receipt of benefits, as am I...
Raising Awareness
Well, after careful consideration with my HMS Group leader Moira, we decided more needs to be done for us HMS sufferers in Fife. We are going to press, TV, radio and well anyone I can think of to try and raise the awareness of HMS. There is a centre in Glasgow which specialises in HMS, but none of our doctors will refer us to it. We all feel that we are being pushed from pillar to post and not...
Am I a Freak?
Months of dealing with Joint Hypermonility Syndrome has taken its toll on me. Especially more now when if someone see’s my arms all I hear is “eeeew” or “oh my god that’s freaky”… I’m just waiting for the “Here come’s the freak show” line. This is classed a bullying, this is what I have had to deal with for 20 years of my life,...
March 2011
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Bullying & Me
Here, I am going to talk about how I was bullied through Primary School, High School, One time at College, my work and most recently online. I have had a tough life, I was an outcast in school, mainly because none of my family were from Fife, everyone was like family because they were from the area. But I wasn’t. I had friends who stood by me up until the age of 12, when it was revealed I...
Living with Hypermobility Syndrome/Arthritis
In this blog, I am going to talk about my time of having Hypermobility Syndrome and Arthritis. I have had arthritis since I was 9 years old in my right collar bone after fracturing it. The pain in it is mild and doesn’t really bother me unless I do a lot of writing, or exercise. Last year I was diagnosed with Hypermobility Syndrome, this was after I was complaining of pain in the areas...
February 2011
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Hampden Pitch Is a DISGRACE!
I had a wee sneek peek at the SFL highlights and was disgusted at how our National Stadium’s pitch looked.
It is our NATIONAL stadium, it should be kept in top condition. Wembley and The Millennium Stadium are both kept in good nick so why isnt Scotland’s home?
No doubt it will be down to money and lack of funds. To be honest if the SFA took more time looking after things than...
November 2010
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Whyte Confirms Rangers Interest.
Scottish entrepreneur Craig Whyte has today confirmed his interest in buying David Murray’s shares in Glasgow Rangers Football Club.
He has not approached the clubs board as of yet, but has described the process in “early stages”.
A further statement on the proceedings will be made in due course………
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International Friendly - Pittodrie Stadium,...
Scotland 3 - Faroe Islands 0
With at least 7 newcomers to the senior Scotland side it was a do or die game for the Tartan Army.
Scotland manager Craig Levein had to do a lot of shuffling after a number of injury calls left him with a bare squad, but this helped to bring in many newcomers including U-21 stars Wilson and Bannan. Garry Kenneth and Stephen Crainey returned to the squad with...
Aberdeen v Inverness Caledonian Thistle
Tuesday 09th November 2010.
Another defeat for McGhee’s men.
Again another night of hell for us Dandie’s. As Aberdeen lose once again at home to Inverness Caledonian Thistle. It may not have been as heavy as the 9-0 defeat to Celtic at the weekend but it was McGhee’s warning that if we lose he would go. Or so we thought. Lost another match, was without Paul Hartley after his red card, Darren...
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Celtic v Aberdeen
Saturday 6th November 2010.
The worst day to be an Aberdeen supporter.
9 fucking 0. SACK MCGHEE is what I have heard some Aberdeen fans saying after today’s humiliating record breaking defeat.
I have to say that I myself have defended McGhee in his disastrous turn at Aberdeen Football Club, but now, I am starting to see that he is wearing out. The fans are losing respect for him and he...
July 2010
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Monday 26 July 2010
Sports News So Far
Football - Striker Gary Hooper is confirmed to be having a medical examination at Celtic Park, the 22 year old who has come from Scunthorpe United, will be new manager Neil Lennon’s sixth signing. Rangers have reportedly made a bid for Rapid Vienna’s Croatian striker Nikica Jelavic. England goalkeeper David James’ talks with Celtic have been postponed, talks...
RIP Alex 'Hurricane' Higgins
Alex ‘Hurricane’ Higgins sadly passed away today at the age of 61.
The former snooker champion had a long battle with Throat Cancer. Reports suggested he was found in a flat in his hometown of Belfast, Northern Ireland. The two-time champion had been suffering from the deadly disease for almost a decade. He was shaggy haired, always smoking a cigarette and looking rough, he was...
February 2010
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SPL Aberdeen v Hearts Review.
Date: Saturday 27 February 2010
Venue: Pittodrie Stadium
Kick Off: 12:00
Attendance: 8316
Comp: Clydesdale Bank Premier Lge
Referee: W Collum
Red Cards: Kingston 52 (Hearts) Yellow Cards: Goals:Aberdeen HeartsJonsson 64 Report:
Aberdeen has stumbled to their 8th home defeat in the 2009/10 season. Unable to produce against 10 men Hearts has left Aberdeen fans wondering. In the...
