Thank you for dropping by in 2009
We hope you had a very Merry Christmas & would love to see you back here in the New Year
CHEERS
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Scored myself a shell pool for chrissie from Alexander's grandmother - who was absolutely indifferent to dogs....before me :o)
Had a doggie play date with a 3yr old Chihuahua (8kgs), a lightweight :o) of course, I SHONE....
Few minor infractions have occurred when I couldn't get out the backdoor fast enough, oh well, I'm working on it.
My favourite toy is a big soft tiger that Alexander won at the Easter show. I sleep with what's left of him (stuffing all but gone).
Going on holidays to the beach soon.....WOOHOO
Things to do, places to dig so by for now.... "Zeus"
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Christmas message from "Cricket"......
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All is well with my new family. I'm never short of a cuddle and I'm learning new tricks every day.
We woke up real early today to open our presents. I got a doggie door from Santa and lots of great toys. Thanks for my lead! I have already started practicing. I can't wait to catch up with you and mum "Casey" at the shows.
Attached is a picture of me having a great time on Christmas day. Feel free to drop it on your website to show my brother and sisters, "miss you lots guys"
I hope you and all of your "kids" have a very Merry Xmas and a Happy New Year!
Love Cricket xox
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Just a quick note to let you know that I am growing so quickly... even in 1 week!
I can now sit on command & play ball. I love to chew & play with all of my toys. I love to play with water....I sit in my water bowl & splash.
The boys love me & I love Martin. I spend my time exploring the back yard...but am a bit scared when the kookaburras laugh.
I sleep through the night but am working on the toilet training bit.....my new family is perfect, they said to say hello
"Tama"
INGENUE Magical Miss
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DOGS NSW CHRISTMAS SHOW
Santa dropped by in his sleigh pulled by "the Huskies"
Tori & Santa
Tori & Santa's Huskies....too hot here in OZ for the Reindeers
More treats Mark......"Roxy"
Challenge Bitch Line-up
"Roxy" Australian Bred of Breed/Reserve Challenge Bitch
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BREAKING NEWS from "Waffle"....."my parents tie the knot"
"Hello....Waffle here (star reporter, always alert & on the job) with some exciting news...."
"Here she comes down the aisle....looking sooooo beautiful...."
"Wish I could have been there but I had to stay home & mind my best friend Casey, she's a border collie...."
"Let me introduce Des & Rick....my mom & dad....see you soon...."
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Hills District Kennel & Training Club Inc
"Roxy"
Reserve Challenge Bitch/RU Best of Breed
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"Summer" the drainage engineer......
"Oh dear....I do hope my muddy paws don't give me away...."
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CATTLE, KELPIE, BORDER COLLIE & GSD Club Show
Tori makes her debut in Tot Handlers
Under the Judge's eye
On the move & looking good
and.......a BLUE RIBBON, well done
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Who's the centrefold star.........
Nicole Quagliata & "Harry"
SHEERMYST Houdini AKA "Harry"
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Very cute.......
Life is good......
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HELLO
Frosty, Wish, Mommies, Foxxie, Elmo, Roses & the gang from the Lounge
Just in case you decide to check up on the babies :o)
GOTCHA
olechick
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Introducing "Cosmo"
Thanks for the new pics Ross......your lad looks magnificient
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Happy Days
Computer now 'working' again...
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Border Collie Club of NSW Inc 58th Championship Show
Photos courtesy of BordersbyDesign.....thanks Colleen
Huge thanks to Donna Morris for handling the girls....great job
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Canberra Non-Sporting, Utility & Working Dog Club
INGENUE Chicago Girl
"Roxy"
INGENUE Knites Quest
"Quest"
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Hunter Kennel Club Inc.
"Digit" Challenge Dog
"Quest" Junior of Breed
"Roxy" Australian Bred of Breed
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY Colleen (Mackim Border Collies)
Ambrosia Seafood Restaurant.....
Colleen & her lovely daughter Nic
Happy birthday sparkler......
No problem.....will make room
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Bulli District Kennel Club Inc
"Quest" (Junior Class)
Challenge Bitch/BEST OF BREED
"Roxy"
Open bitch of Breed
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Toy & General All Breeds Dog Club
"Quest" Junior bitch of breed
Junior in Group line-up
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HILLSBOROUGH Showground 1998
.....looking very much like like the Open Bitch line-up.....
From right to left: Lauren & "Tux", Yours truly & "Beanie", Sam & "Elle", Deb & "Jessie".........
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North of the Harbour Kennel Club Inc
"Quest" Junior Bitch of Breed
INGENUE Taylor
My showgirl poses.....
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Hi Mum & Dad.......Waffle here & I'm doing just fine
So this is the PINK bed.......
Pink is just fine with me :D
New toy......must be mine :D
These pretty young ladies are mine :D
Well my friend Quest is a tad pushy...
Out of here.......
They are going to take off....
Common "Waffle" let's go......
My favourite gal....Casey
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Hawkesbury Kennel Club - Erskine Park
"Quest" Junior Bitch of Breed
Challenge Bitch Line-up
Tori dropped by the show & found a very cute baby puppy in the Nahrof Camp to cuddle
Alexander Lamb (Borderton Kennels) & "Sparkle" with another lovely win...
PUPPY IN SHOW
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INGENUE Taylor
"My folks have taken off to get married (woohoo I'll be legitimate....) have a great day"
"So I'm here visiting sister Quest......staying put on MY bed just in case she makes a move on it"
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY "Digit"
"G-day...birthday boy here...as handsome as ever.."
"7 years young today...no shows this weekend so I plan on relaxing....but I might just take some time to destroy Quest the Pest's new toy..."
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RAIN, RAIN & yes, more rain.....
"Summer" surveying the damage........
with "Quest" just hanging about.
"So how about you open the gate & let me at the SLUSHY MUD?"
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Alexander Lamb & "Sparkle" of Borderton Kennels WA
MINOR PUPPY in Show & PUPPY of the Day
Congratulations Alexander we are very proud of your achievements
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HAPPY 1ST BIRTHDAY
"Boyd" "Cisco" "Cosmo" "Maverick" "Trip" "Quest" "Rosie" & "Taylor"
"Happy Birthday to Quest!!!" Love Taylor
"Hi Family – having a great time – must rush, balls to chase, cats to play with, geese to herd" Cisko
Thanks, Mav had a great day. Photos of his birthday cake attached (don't worry it's not an actual cake, its from Sassy treats who make treats and cakes for dogs :) And he didn't eat the whole thing either!!! Natalie
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"Maverick's" Birthday Bash
Such gentlemen..........
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INGENUE Knite for all Seasons "Maverick"
From oh so cute to...........
Me & my mate........
Thanks Natalie & Daniel for the great pics.....
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Sheermyst Houdini "Harry"
"Harry" dropped by to say hello whilst Carl & Sheryl relaxed on Hamilton Island
After the full 'salon' treatment....he was VERY happy to head home
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Hayley & "Madam"
"Madam" cooling her heels in Quarantine for the past 30 days
Hayley (Borderton Kennels WA) paid us a quick visit to collect "Madam"........no doubt we will be hearing good things when they debut the show scene.......good luck girls
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BULLI DISTRICT KENNEL CLUB INC
"Quest" Junior Bitch of Breed
"Casey" Open Bitch
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ALEXANDER LAMB of Borderton Kennels (WA)
"Chip off the ole block" Hayley Lamb's son, Alexander, takes Baby Puppy in Group with "Sparkle"
AND........wins BABY PUPPY IN SHOW.......CONGRATULATIONS
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"Waffle" has a stay over.......
"Waffle"
"Casey" & "Waffle"
"Not the toys Waffle....chase me........."
"Come out from under the chair Waffle......."
"Give me the toys....Quest is a pest...."
"OK suit yourself.......a girl knows when she's not wanted"
"WOOHOO more toys....."
"Never say die......."
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SYDNEY ROYAL EASTER SHOW
Class 11A: Australian Bred Bitch
"Roxy" 3rd Place
Very pleasing result for her first time back in the ring after an injury
Class 3: Puppy Bitch Class
Mark & "Quest" on the move....
Class 10: Australian Bred Dog
Mark & "Digit"
David & "Duke" (Ingenue True Blue)
I love you Colleen.....is it time to go home yet?
GOTCHA.......yet another BBD original!!!!!!
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Lithgow District Kennel Club Inc
"Cha Cha"
English/Irish CH & AUST GRAND CH Cordmaker Chicago Hope (Whelped January 12th, 1997)
(looking every bit the Hungarian Puli Puppy sans her trademark cords)
with Mark by her side made a successful debut in Veteran Sweepstakes.....
welcome back lovely girl
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and..........................
"Digit"
Australian Bred Dog of Breed
"Casey"
Challenge Bitch / Runnerup Best of Breed
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Liverpool & District All Breeds Kennel Club
Not only does Colleen Finch (Borders By Design) capture the essence of the border collie in her amazing artwork, she's pretty dam good on the end of her camera....thank you my friend for these lovely photos of "Quest"
Freeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee at last
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Australian Working Dog Club of NSW Inc
"Digit" Australian Bred Dog of Breed
"Quest" Puppy Bitch of Breed (opposite)
"Did I hear my Tori calling me............."
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Girls day out........at the vets
obviously a private joke.......
"Taylor" & "Quest"
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Wollongong District Kennel Club Inc
Mark & "Quest" waiting for Group Judging
"Quest"
(AM Show) Minor Dog of Breed/Reserve Challenge Bitch
(PM Show) Minor Dog of Breed/Minor in Working Group
"Digit"
(AM Show) Challenge Dog/Runner-Up Best of Breed
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Mother & Daughter WORKING together
ALL CLEAR......operation empty the pond
"Go for it Mum...."
"Nice Aussie Crawl Mum......."
"Faster....good exercise for an ole gal...."
"Good job"
Call 911.....Mum is going under
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Milton Show Society Inc
"Digit"
Challenge Dog / Best of Breed
Australian Bred Dog of Breed
"Quest"
Minor Dog of Breed
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INGENUE Lady Nyneve "Rosie"
Must be my lucky week.....many thanks James for the update on Rosie
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INGENUE Magic Knite "Trip"
A day at the beach.....
Thanks Renai for the update & your lovely comment "He's an excellent dog"
.....you have made my day :D
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Berry Show Society Inc
Not a good look 'Digit'...........
"Very hot out here today for Mark & I...."
& BEST OF BREED
Thanks Colleen for the photos......good job :D
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INGENUE Summers Knite "Cisko"
Who could refuse this little guy....
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Le Grand Cirque Aerial Dreams
The magnificient view accross Sydney Harbour from the steps of the Opera House
Mark & Tori after the Cirque....and what a show, 2 hours of excitement
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Summer Foliage
Lagerstroemia indica (Crepe Myrtle)
Looking simply magnificent...... & if you look carefully you will spot "Quest" devouring a bone
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HAPPY 4TH BIRTHDAY TORI
Rosie is singing HAPPY BIRTHDAY to me
WOOHOO...new dress...matches my sports car :o)
Very cool car......
& off to the Zoo......here I am.....on the giraffe
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CHRISTMAS DAY
Thank you for dropping by in 2008
Have a very Merry Christmas & a happy, healthy New Year
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St George District Kennel Club
CONGRATULATIONS
Gail Revell titles "Codee" (Nahrof Dots n Dashes) in style with Best of Breed & Australian Bred in Group
SUNDAY
Anyone up for a game.........?
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Dogs NSW Spring Fair
(Friday & Saturday)
"Digit"
Australian Bred Dog of Breed
(Friday) "Roxy"
Challenge Bitch
Runner Up Best of Breed
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Campbelltown & District All Breeds Kennel Club Inc
"Digit" Reserve Challenge Dog
"Quest" 1st Baby Puppy Bitch Class
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Aussie Native Birds.....visiting from Oatley Reserve
Sulphur Crested Cockatoo
Rainbow Lorakeet
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"Quest"
"Enough with the camera........."
If looks could kill...........
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Cattle, Kelpie, Border Collie & GSD Club of NSW Inc
"Digit" Best Australian Bred Dog & Runner Up Best of Breed
"Quest" 1st Baby Puppy Bitch
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"Casey" Update
New pictures taken by Debbie Richardson.....thanks Deb
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INGENUE Equinox Drysdale Boyd
"Boyd" turns 5 months old
A young dog with an illustrious name chosen by his Artist 'Dad' Rod
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Liverpool & District All Breeds Kennel Club
"Quest" 1st in Baby Puppy Bitch Class
"Casey" 1st in Intermediate Bitch Class
CONGRATULATIONS to Gail & Paul Revell for their BEST IN SHOW with "Codee" Nahrof Dots N Dashes
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HOT DAY here in Sydney
"Summer"
The swimming instructor....self appointed
"Betsy"
Looking on.......where's my pond?
So fill it..........
Good job............
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Manly & District Kennel & Dog Training Club Inc
"Quest"
1st Baby Puppy Bitch
"Casey"
1st Intermediate Bitch
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Port Macquarie-Hastings K & O Club Inc
"Roxy"
Reserve Challenge Bitch / Runner-up Best of Breed
"Roxy" & Meagan
After the show......
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Border Collie Club of NSW Inc - 56th Championship Show
Ingenue True Blue "Duke"
Getting some final instructions from David.......
"Digit"
Australian Bred Dog Class
"Casey"
Intermediate Bitch Class
"Casey" (centre)
Intermediate Bitch Class line-up
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Spring
Bumper year for my orchids.......now 30 years old
"Quest" soaking up some sunshine on the back steps
"Digit" .......... what time is dinner?
Spring is here........
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"Trip"
INGENUE MAGIC KNITE
"Trip" calls in to say HI
Photo courtesy of Renai (Mum) & his best mates
Brock & Jedd
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"Rosie"
INGENUE LADY NYNEVE
"Rosie" popped in to say hello
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"Quest"
OK....so who dumped all these puppy beds on my futon???
Is nothing sacred?
Guess it's back to the grooming table to watch TV
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Norwest Canine Assoc All Breeds Championship Show
"Digit" Challenge Dog & Best of Breed
Our thanks to Mark Fisher Hoad for his great handling
"Roxy" Reserve Challenge Bitch
"Quest" looking on...hopefully taking notes for her debut on September 6th
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"Sisko" off to new home 'South of the Border'
"Sisko" gone, nothing much to do but snooze with my Mum on the couch.
"Summer" & "Quest"
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Checking the boundary fencing.......
So far so good.......
Whoa there I see a ball........
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July 11th, 2008
Our friend Megan comes to visit.....
Megan's a soft touch.....
she could open this packet for us.......
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Knite's of the round bowl.....
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Summer's puppies opened their eyes this morning & when let loose, yours truly was about to change & clean the whelping box, they all disappeared......under my bed.......
Summer came to my rescue.....& they all scrambled out to have a drink. What a great Mum.
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Summer & Puppies
Summer & her new arrivals
5 boys
3 girls
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"Summer" & "Blake"
Day 63........
Day 60.........
"Summer"
"Blake"
(Photo by www.borderpixnart.com)
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Cymbrogi Tintagels Knite - BLAKE
"Blake" & friends
Photos kindly loaned by Blake's 'Mum', Sarah Guest.
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INGENUE CHICAGO GIRL
"Roxy"
Challenge Bitch
BLACKTOWN KENNEL & TRAINING CLUB INC
08/03/2008
"Digit"
Drying off for the Show
INGENUE FLY
"Fly"
"Fly" has to be the luckiest border collie alive. She was selected at 3 weeks of age by the Phillipps Family & at 8 weeks went to live with them on Lord Howe Island, her back door a 'dog friendly' tropical beach.
Email received from Tricia Nicholls of MONOCHROME BORDER COLLIES on January 13th, 2008 -
"We have just come back from Lord Howe Island where we met Ingenue Fly, never a more loved dog could you find."
'Casey' looking very pleased with herself!
Obviously been up to no good........
"Cocoa" racing Juanita riding her much loved Pinto....
No prize for guessing who won
January 20th, 2008
Just returned home after spending time in the country. A large traditional country home complete with rose garden edged with lavenders. Our thanks for your hospitality Ed.
'Digit' waiting patiently for me to throw the ball.....just one more time before we have to leave.
December 25th, 2007
We spent a quiet Christmas Day at home. All but two of us were snoozing.
August, 2007
Tori Fisher Hoad' cuddling "Schooner" & Georgia Wilson.......Junior Handlers of the future
"Casey"
SYDNEY ROYAL EASTER SHOW 04/2007
Handled by Hayley Lamb of Borderton Kennels
SOUTHERN RIVER, WESTERN AUSTRALIA
April 04, 2005
INGENUE FLY
"Fly"
Whelped 17/11/2004
Pictured at one of her favourite beaches
"Cobby's Corner" LORD HOWE ISLAND
(Photo sent to me by her loving family - Janine, Pete, Bronte & Abbey)
April 04, 2005
INGENUE FLY
"Fly"
Whelped 17/11/2004
Pictured in her backyard on LORD HOWE ISLAND
(Photo sent to me by her loving family - Janine, Pete, Bronte & Abbey)
February 2005
BORDERCHECK COQUETTE
"Cocoa"
Pictured with Mark Fisher-Hoad at her first show
September, 2002
"Digit" a singleton pup continued to hang around the whelping box
& it paid off.....he's never left the nest
July 2001
GOLD COAST MARATHON
Left my guys at home but found these 'larger than life' guys hanging out at Southport
PS.....needless to add, I didn't win but had a load of fun
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