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The main purpose of this Guestbook is to allow Seaham Harbour folk around the world to keep in touch, to find each other, to explore their roots and to share cherished recollections.  Seaham Harbour Online will not knowingly carry on its web pages  any material which we consider to be politically or socially offensive or of a xenophobic, fascist or paediaphiliac nature.  Personal attacks which may be considered to be potentially libellous are not allowed. If you have a criticism it should be supported by facts and  is only valid if you identify yourself and your real email address. This is no different from what local or national newspapers would expect.

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Will some please explain to me why some comments are not published in this guestbook
No Name
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J. Turns of Brisbane, How about some constructive criticism? not bland negativeness
Thomas Johnson
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Hello Mr Mike Hunt - or can I call you My..... True, the peas were deeply dodgy but at least the statue of St Joe enjoyed the odd tab. The place was a true acadamy of gentlemen and scholars. Spacious historic buildings, extensive fields for sports - glorious views over the rolling countryside - it had none of those. What are those hallowed buildings used for now I wonder?
P Catching
Seaham, -
I dont know about an engine driver but when told the size of Americas nuclear arsenal, he replied "how many", this from the man whose finger is on the button, and who campaigned by saying his opponent knew nothing about defence issues. Cuckoo...
joe 19/06/01
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Jackie did you ever stop and read some of the comments left in the G B by your-self. Maybe then you would understand why people are so critical of you.
J. TURNS
Brisbane, Australia -
Sometime during the life of this parliament, we will be taking part in a referendum to decide whether or not to ditch the £ in favor of the Euro. I believe we should join the Euro and drop the Pound. The post-war variations of the pound have been responsible for a lot of our past troubles, many years ago the Pound was worth a gold Sovereign and just after W.W.2 it was worth a massive $5-00 (U.S.) but since then it has declined dramatically, in 1945 we had virtual bankruptcy as lend-lease ended, resulting in a massive American loan to bale us out, then in 1947 we had a convertability crisis. In 1949 the crunch came with devaluation. In 1956 following Suez, Eisenhower initiated the sacking of Eden by selling Pounds. It was officially stated Eden resigned because of failing health. In 1958 we had the Thornycroft crisis. 1960 another Stirling crisis after a post-Tory election boom. 1967 another devaluation, 1973- oil crisis, all control was lost and the Pound was floated. 1978 Healey "failed to control the Pound. Under the "iron lady" the Pound dropped to one dollar before shooting up too two dollars, which lead to an export crisis, then in 1998 an overvalued pound pu! t exports in danger. The Pound, generally has shown itself to be uncontrolable, unstable and a danger to our future prosperity. I believe it is now time to ditch the Pound, go into the Euro and become committed Europeans, our future is in Europe, we should grasp this future with both hands and whilst not forgetting our Allies in the West, in particular the USA, commitment to Europe is essential
Thomas Johnson
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Catching - did you also go to St Jospeh's? In my opinion they served up the worst peas in Great Britian.
Mike Hunt
Dawdon, -
I heard that George Bush wanted to be an engine driver, but his eyes were too close.
Jean
Stoke, UK -
Can we please have the dates back on the guest book entries if possible?
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Son of Henry Ward I'am also from Jubillee Avenue and I remember the Longstaffs,what was the surname of Annie and Uncle Bob,I maybe able to help.
Tony from Spain
Andalucia, -
I am the son of Henry Ward of Seaham and Betty Macbeth of Edinburgh. I was born in Edinburgh Scotland on 7 June 1941. I used to visit Seaham on holidays and stayed with my father's sister and her husband, Annie & Bob Longstaff. My cousins, Anne & Catherine Ward lived next door to Auntie Annie and Uncle Bob in Jubilee Avenue, but I've lost touch with them and can't remember their married names. Can anybody help?
Norman Ward
London, England -
Hi Seaham,nice to see the guestbook back on line. Look forward to having the new missile defence system up and running [star wars], thanks George Bush Jnr. I'll be able to sleep soundly now... Only America could vote for this idiot. If you dont believe me,check out how close his eyes are together. Cuckoo...
joe
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Hello Seaham ! Many Greatings from a former Gerlinger ! I would like to begin an emailfriendship to some People from Seaham. Age 15 - 99 So write to me : SeanDundeex@aol.com
Lars Ehrnboeck
Karlsruhe, Germany -
acqueline I,I,I,I,I,Me,Me,Me,Me,Me. No wonder your single,You love You.
David St. Johns
Durham, UK -
Why is it that every time I leave a message on this Guest Book, people constantly make it their business to be critical of whatever it is that I write - whether it is about my grammar, spelling or whatever I choose to write about. I do think that most northern English people are very critical - especially the people of Seaham - such negativity only spreads negative thinking and misery. Oh, "Observer" you are so proud of who you are and what you wrote that you could not even leave your name! What a hypocrit! Go get a life and stop being critical of other people.
Jacqueline
USA -
oops hit the send button early - another of my shortcomings! Is that the Steve Smith who lived in Eastlea crescent and went to St Josephs in the late sixties early seventies?
P. Catching
Seaaham, -
TONY!!! that insult was uncalled for! Who worries about their punctuation, spelling and grammar when making comments on this guest-book. I certainly do not! But there again, I am not a snob, nor do I profess to be perfect. I am actually quite down-to-earth and very successful at living my life. I do not need to use such "big-words" to try to make an impression. People like me for who I am, and that is because a well educated person is able to converse with people from all social, economical environments. I do not need to "keep up with the Jones" to prove myself. I was merely making a point to Victoria, as I think she seemed to think because I live in America, I agree with all the governing laws. Also, I was not sure if she thought that I was completely against my British heritage, in particularly, my northern English upbringing. Tony, if you have nothing positive or nice to say to me, then, please do not waste your energy leaving me a message on the G.B. Thank You!! and Have a nice day!
Jacqueline
USA -
A friend of mine had a look at the site for the first time and made an interesting comment. With Jacqueline writing how well educated she is all the time it sounds like shes been listening to too many hypnosis tapes. When she wrote she was the duckling that turned into a swan that was a blinder.
observer
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Ed Mason - good to see the site back. Can you please add dates to entries again? My access is limited and I often have to re-read entries when trying to catch up - others may suffer in the same way. Thanks for the good work. Cheers - Steve.
Steve Smith
Naples Italy -
The main purpose of this Guestbook is to allow Seaham Harbour folk around the world to keep in touch, to find each other, to explore their roots and to share cherished recollections.Just wondered if you have ever read this extraction Jaqueline.Your entry reads like an 8 year old's first attempt at writing an essay,it's a pity you didn't pick up a fundamental grasp of the English language on your journey to becoming so wise.At least you felt comfortable when you "fitted it" after you had came to America.On behalf of all guest book readers, please no entry on Unified Eirope
Tony from Spain
Spain -
Hi Victoria, well thank you for your views and opinions on a "Unified Europe." I suppose you made some very interesting points. It is always good to see another perspective of things. Though a couple of points: First, please keep in mind, though I reside in America and yes, I am quite pro-American, I will not deny that fact about me. Remember I moved away from Seaham not for any other reason, other than to find my own identity. I did not like who I was as a teenager, nor, did I care for Seaham. I was young, immature, naive and not as well educated as I am today. My life in Seaham was rather difficult, considering the circumstances of my life. Mind you, it was not all bad either, I was actually very fortunate in so many ways. If I had as much wisdom then, as I do now, I most likely would not have moved from Seaham and continued life as most people have, after leaving school and college. However, as I was indeed seaching for a place to belong and where I "fitted it" ! and felt comfortable, it seemed the right thing to do for me; and that was to find comfort within the American community in Germany. Also, I had came to America on vacation during the 4 years I had lived in Germany and I knew then, that I wanted to spend my life in America. Then of course, as I had the opportunity to come to America to college, I was indeed going to take the opportunity. Well from that time,(June 11th 1991)I have made America my home. However, that is NOT to say, that I am in complete agreement with the American laws or government - I am not! Nor, do I agree with how the Education or Health Care system is run. All I can say is, despite all of the American flaws, living in America works well for me. Maybe life would have been better for me if I had stayed in England, but hind sight is only 20/20 - I will never know and no-one can ever tell me that life would have been more prosperous or successful. "I have "free-will" of mind, so that each experience is of a ! different kind." I chose to live in America and I am happy with life here, however, that does not neccessarily mean that I agree with the American laws. I certainly do NOT agree with the Death Penalty - not even in the case of Timothy McVeigh. The death penalty is not a deterrant at all - there are still people out there killing and commiting terrible crimes. Also, I wonder why Timothy McVeigh was given the death sentence, yet the guy who bombed the American Embassy in Kenya is escaping the death sentence - it does not seem to make sense, or is it humane. My next entry will be in response to your views on a "Unified Europe."
Jacqueline
USA -
Paddy, sorry to hear about your little friend. Maybe he's sickening for somthing? A change of scenery, or perhaps a mate? I know that does the trick for me.
Dr Vixx
aberdeen -
Seaham Satalite , Seaham Satalite , wherefore art thou Seaham Satalite ,It hasn't happened yet. Me thinks thou wilt be mortally wounded .P.S. I still laugh at your Geronimo response , Regards Oz-Brian
Oz-Brian <balhaven@iprimus.com.au>
South Australia -
I don't know about New world order, but New Order are great check out the new album is blue mondaytastic mate! Lets rock!!
Peter Hook
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Dear Dr Vix my sea anemone is off his food and a bit down in the dumps. Can you recommend any thing to perk him up a bit?
Paddy
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Hi! Me again! Hi Jacqueleine; when you talk about Novus Ordo Seclorum I presume you mean the New World Order not the One World Order? Coming from the North-East of England my views and needs have long been ignored by a remote London Government, and I'm not sure that a New World Order could neglect the needs of the British working class any more than the Tories did (and New Labour increasingly do). Anyway if the NWO already exists then it must be so powerful already that I can't see that there is much that we can do about it, other than protest like the May Day lot. I do find the whole Killing of Care (apparently New World Order) annual ceremony which occurs in California very bizarre though. I'm no expert but I wouldn't recommend reading the London telegraph if you want to keep in touch with British feelings on Europe, unless you get the chance to read a lot of other British papers as well - it's very right wing and doesn't give balanced opinions - that paper even ! wanted the Tories to win the Election so I don't think that it is very closely in touch with British opinions. That's just my personal opnion anyway. Anyway, hope you're otherwise well. Vix
dr vix
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Hi guestbook - I hope that everyone is happy and well! Hi Jacqueline, I hope that you're happy and well too. I just wanted to make a couple of comments about your views on the Euopean Union. You seem to be very glad to live in the United States of America, and I'm very happy for you about that, and yet curiously you think that Europe shouldn't be unified. I'm remembering my American history off the top of my head so I may get the place of the Unification wrong or the name of the bill wrong (I'm mailing the GB from work so I don't have any historical info. at my fingertips), but I understand that the different States of America used to have very different laws and customs and even currencies (sound familiar), and that troubles between States were commonplace. However there was a very famous meeting in which it was decided that the states should become unified and adopt a single currency and similar laws. I can't remember off the top of my head whether this was in Ph! iladelphia; Pennsylvania, ?? Can't remember, I'd have to look it up. The meeting was summerised in the very famous American creed, which starts 'We the people of the United States of America .. etc.' - I think that just about everyone in the States knows this mantra (is it the Bill of Rights? Again my American history isn't fantastic and I'd have to look this up). Anyway the upshot of all of this is that when academics argue for a United Europe they often cite this famous meeting in American history as an example as to why Europe should be unified, and they use the example of the formation of this American bill and everything it stands for (including a single currency) as a positive example as to the potential benefits of Unification. Many argue that perhaps Europe should not go as far down this road of unification as the US did. While Germany has recently proposed a more Federal Europe, other member states including Britain and France prefer autonomy. Anyway, either road u! p, as the changes which are now proposed for Europe are not nearly so radical as those which occured in the US, I'm just a little curious that, given the history of state unification in the United States you are pro-USA and yet opposed to a United Europe. Also we are (probably) going to have a referendum on whether or not we wish to join the single currency, which seems fairer than the means by which the US ended up with a single currency. Don't know what you think about this? Vix
dr vix
Aberdeen -
To John Armes, why is it that I have e-mailed you at John Armes@Scouts.com and each time I have, I end up having my e-mail mailed back to me with a message that it was unable to be delivered? What is wrong with your e-mail address? It is weird! If you fix it, we can chitty-chat and catch up. Anyway, hope you are well.
Jacqueline
USA -
To "fionaact@aol.com - I take such an offense at your racist suggestions in regards to knocking down Seaham and build slums for the blacks. Though, I, myself am caucasion (white) I believe we are all equal human beings and all are deserving of fair opportunities in life. Why should you suggests building slums for the blacks and not nice homes as you would like to live in. How about we build slums for people like yourself who are bigots, racists and who do not contribute to society in a positive, productive manner. Black people (or the politically correct term here in America "African/American")are human beings just like you and also deserve a fair chance in life. Fiona, get a life, get outside of Seaham and see a little of the world, mingle with people from all walks of life, of all ethnic and social economical environments, and learn to understand cultures and people
Jacqueline
USA -
Fiona, Sal certainly "got you" with that one, sucker!
yx
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Hello sunburn sal
fiona
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Beware someone has jumped on the bandwagon fionaacct@aol.com Ask jarmes@scout.com he knows everything he thinks, How completely wrong here is the lamp cabin man.
Fiona not fionaact
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Can anyone reccomend any B&B's in the Seaham/surrounding area?
Helen
London England -
I think it is a crying shame to have a "unified Europe." What is the purpose of a Unified Europe? Oh, yes! I seem to have forgot, the purpose is nothing more than "Economics!" It is indeed certainly an economical advantage to have a Unified Europe. However, it is a shame that I feel in my opinion, each country in Europe is different from the other. Each has it's own history, culture, traditions, language and currency. Of course, I am well aware that a unified Europe does not mean that the countries are all going to put aside their traditions and all of a sudden forget about their history of their particular country and change their language etc... However, though I choose to live in America and really feel hypocritical giving my strong opinion, I have been against a Unified Europe since 1993 when I became aware of the changes that were being discussed by our wonderful world leaders. I learned just the other week from reading the London Telegraph that the new cars i! n England now have the "Euro" flag on the corner of the car license plates - what a disgrace! and when some of the British citizens covered the Euro Flag with the Union Jack (The British Flag) they were told they could not do that, otherwise they would be fined. Come on people! Isn't that a form of taking away your freedom - Your rights are being denied. Now do you see where nothing but plain "greed" is taking our society and world. Maybe most of you people disagree with me, and think I do not know what I am talking about. But I feel it is not going to be a great success and you will see slowly, but surely your rights of freedom will be denied - you will have to conform to a new goverment. There is beginning to be no such thing as the England I use to know. Have any of you been aware of the "One World Government" that has been in the works since 1933. On the Dollar Bill it has "Novus Ordo Seclorum" One World Order. We will all be under one government - do not know when, but ! it will happen and I hope I am not around to see it! What are your opinions of the Unified Europe?
Jacqueline
USA -
Does any one there know Leonie Horrell A.K.A Rachel James, she has desserted her two children to be with Greg Clark. word of warning, do not trust this woman, she is a lier and a thief.
jesse james
noosa, QLD Australia -
Sal you will be okay with your pesetas in Lanzerote during January,apparently there is to be a one month changeover period.February definately not.Have a good holiday.
Tony from Spain
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To Tony from Spain. I have some pesetas which I'm keeping for Lancerote in January will they still be legal tender? To fiona. The rain won't clean all of Seaham because as far as I know you're not moving out.
Sal
Seaham, Durham UK -
Will all this rain wash the dirt out of Seaham?
fiona
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This tony from Spain does not sound like much of a loser to me.
Alan Briggs
Ontario Canada -
Fiona you should pay a little more attention when reading the G.B.it was Markie who was telling you all to vote to save a unified europe.In my entry when I mentioned Mannie's boys I was referring to Mannie Shinwell,one of the great politicians of our time,and my local M.P.when I first became interested in politics.Incidently I have been using kilos and pesetas for the past 15 years that I have lived down here and from January 2002 will be using the Euro when it becomes the official currency of Spain and I'am in total agreement with the conversion.I do like the good old U.K. the reason I live down here to-gether with some 400,000 ex.pats. is simply because of the lovely sunny climate,to-day for instance it is 31 degrees and I have just come indoors after enjoying a swim in the pool at the bottom of my garden.I rest my case...
Tony from Spain
Andalucia -
Hi there, Karen Stephenson here, (nee Yare) is there anyone out there who knows me?. I Left Camden Square school in 1964. Now I live in South Africa with my husband Ces and my daughter Victoria. You can contact me on. karen_yare@yahoo.co.uk
Karen Stephenson
Amanzimtoti, Kwazulu Nata South Africa -
I agree with P Catching. Tony must be a Tory. Telling us to vote to "save England", bet he's against the euro, likes pounds and ounces and still talks in old money. You like the good old UK so much Tony - how come you don't live here?
fionaact <fionaact@aol.com>
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Sorry P.Catching you are so wrong as usual.One of old Mannies boys I'am afraid and followed his successors all the time I was ower there.The only Union Jack I have is hanging off the back of my luxury yacht here in the Med..You can't help it if you feel the need to wear knickers-it takes all kinds of people to live in 'Markies'unified Europe.Have a word with Thomas,I'am sure he has some 'imperial'sizes and styles which would suit you.
Tony from Spain
Paradise -
Please can we have our Chat-Room back?
yx
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To a real insider, you are yourself, guilty of obliquity, if you have something to say lad, get it off your chest and stop waffleing.
Thomas Johnson
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OOOH! Tony's a Tory.... and therefore a loser. One of Margaret's little boys eh. We got rid of that get and now her bald friend's gone. Stay where you are Tony lad, Tories are best kept at a distance. Don't forget to wear your union jack knickers.
P Catching
Seaham, -
I know there are some who think obliquity is a personal asset but there may be a few nerves twitching where push comes to shove. It's a wise child that butters no parsnips and keeps it's ear to the stone wall. What's the matter Seahamites - scared to answer my challenge?
A real insider
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I was just wondering if any of the visitors to the gusetbook had heard of anyone named Frank Thompson, last known address was Daphne Crecsent in Parkside, in 1976-1978 ?
trish
Seaham, durham england -
Hope all you people in the 'melting pot' went to the polling booths like Aunty Markie told you to,because if you did'nt ,you will not even have an England,never mind a blast beach,and a dalton le dale.
tony from a very sunny spain
Ower here -
We're back. We've been transfering to a new server. Sorry for having such a long down-time. It was supposed to be seamless but didn't work out that way. Hope you enjoy the Guestbook with fewer interruptions in future. We still have a few things to sort out so please be patient in the short term.
Ed Mason <masion123@aol.com>
Seaham, Co.Durham UK -
I guess people will notice that I made such a stupid typo error in my previous message "new" instead of "knew" I wanted to correct that before I received comments regarding my typo error; just knowing from past experience the "humor" (or somewhat!) of this guest-book. By the way, Paul Duggan thank you for your e-mail and also Frank and Ray. Paul I wish I could remember who you are, I apologise that I do not, but glad you are well and thank you for remembering me! Though I do remember very well Peter Weller! He was friends with John Armes. How is Peter anyway? Is he well? I hope so. Well, it is later here in America, 11.10pm I had better go, got to be up at 5.15 for work. Take Care everyone and don't forget to vote tomorrow, remember every vote counts! (And those who do not bother to vote, should have no reason to complain about the outcome of the elections) Also, what is this about all the riots in England? Come on people, do try to get along with everyone. In case! you have not noticed, England is also becoming a "melting Pot" just like America. Besides, unfortunately, with a "Unified Europe" there soon will be no England or "British culture" It is rather sad, but it is a changing world these days.
Jacqueline
USA -
Good to see the Seaham Website up and running - Thank you Ed. Also, as I was looking on the "Harbour Happenings" I saw that two Girl Guides had won awards - brought back memories of my own days in the Brownies and Girl Guides. I was in the First Seaham Girl Guids on a Monday night and Joan Robertson was my Girl Guide Leader. I do, however, remember Maureen Giffen, though she was not married when I new her and I do not remember her maiden name. I did also remember Mrs. Mary Macbeth from Tuesday night Girl Guides and of course Mrs. Betty Armes - (we are good friends from way back when! aren't we John?!!! Your mom looks so different now - she actually looks more mellow. I hope she is well, please pass my kindest regards to her.)
Jacqueline
USA -
To everyone. Have I hit on a sore point, or possibly let a few home truths out or simply the fact of the matter the truth hurt. For god sake stand back and have a very good look at yourselves.
hello all <fiona act@aol.com>
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Jacqueline Tried to e-mail you but your address seems to be incorrect. Please e-mail me at ray_scollen@lineone.net. Look forward to hearing from you.
Ray Scollen <ray_scollen@lineone.net>
Watton, UK -
Well done Ed. it can't have been easy,love the new colours let's hope the contributions are at least on the same intellectual level as the good Doctor and I maintain,and no more 'ploppy'offerings.A great idea of yours to restrict transatlantic comments to one a month.Hasta la Vista
Tony from Spain
Espana -
glad to see the web site back!!
seaham folk
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ALO SLIM IN DA HOUSE.DIS TIME I AM GOING TO VOTE FOR DA MONKEY PARTY BEECAUSE I FINK THAT THEY CAN BE DOING A BETTA JOB THAN THE PLONKA PARTY .OOPS DA LABOUR WASTE OF TIME PARTY.GOT TO GO NOW IAM ALMOST AT THE POLIN STATION
SLIM DA MAN WIV SENCE
DA REAL SEAHAM HARBOUR, - Tuesday, June 05, 2001 at 16:57:54 (PDT)
To Thomas Johnson, Trevor Charlton stills lives in Seaham. I don't think he'll see your message because as far as I know he's not into computers. When I see him I'll pass your regards on.
sal
Seaham, Durham UK - Sunday, May 20, 2001 at 03:22:46 (EDT)
Hi I used to live in murton and sherburn village any one out there remember me. Drop me a line.
Peter Ganning <daltonledale@hypermax.ne.au>
Brisbane, Australia - Sunday, May 20, 2001 at 03:17:55 (EDT)
Is my old friend and Mentor Trevor Charlton still in the Seaham area? We had some good times at Dawdon Coll. If you're around Trev. leave a message on G.B.
Thomas Johnson <Ex Seaham>
- Sunday, May 20, 2001 at 03:16:08 (EDT)
Excelent
G J S <littlewidd@yahoo.com>
- Sunday, May 20, 2001 at 03:14:42 (EDT)
Hi John! How are you these days? What are you up to? Have not seen you on the guest-book for a while - it does get kind of "hairy!" Half of what is on the "alternative" G.B. I do not even "get" anyway. I mean, it just goes, whoosh! over my head at times. Either I am naive, or a little "ditsy!" or what!I just do not always get that weird sense of humor. Do you?! Oh,hope your parents got their Easter card - though I forgot to enclose the "virtue" cards with everyone's card. I guess I was still overwhelmed by my parents visit as I was so excited to tell everyone in my Easter Newsletter, I forgot to enclose the "virtue" cards. I will do that at Christmas. Well the summer is here in Chicago. We had 89 Degrees the other day. Though, unfortunately it does not get as hot as Texas and Arizona. However, two years ago, it did hit 100 degrees for 7 straight days! I just love the summer! I have my summer vacation this July and I think I am going to either Texas to Austin, or to C! alifornia to San Fransisco - depending on how expenisve flights are! Well, e-mail me if you wish, let me know how you are doing. Give my regards to your family. God Bless, from your dear friend, from long, long ago! Jacqueline.
Jacqueline <Mary Markie@aol.com>
Illinois, USA - Saturday, May 19, 2001 at 09:51:08 (EDT)
I am a nice male of 35 year , living in UAE for last 2 years , I have no friends and relative here , looking for the best and long lasting friends . I am sure that you will be happy to meet me.
R. S. Jain <: rsjain80@hotmail.com>
Sharjah, UAE - Saturday, May 19, 2001 at 09:48:09 (EDT)
Could that mangled word of Fiona's possibly mean "censored?" In which case, isn't he/she contributing more heat than light to the topic? It could be of course, that he/she is speaking straight from the shoulder without first processing the comment from higher up!
Colin Hall <nobby@paradise.net,nz>
- Saturday, May 19, 2001 at 02:07:11 (EDT)
anyone who left northlea (seaham comp) school summer 1982, let us know where you are now.
terry weir <terweirry@aol.com>
seaham, co durham england - Saturday, May 19, 2001 at 02:05:33 (EDT)
For anyone who doesn't already know it, Fiona Act is a comedian and drag artist who works the clubs around Sunderland and Teeside. He's based in Seaham and has had several run ins with the local authorities. Hints about corruption are his usual line so don't take him seriously - he's just trying to stir us all up a bit. Nice try Mr X!
John Armes <Jarmes@scout.com>
Seaham, England - Friday, May 18, 2001 at 18:05:40 (EDT)
Come now Fiona. Try to stay calm. What's all this about your entrees? Has someone criticised your canapés? Been snide about your guacamole? Oh my good lord - perhaps you meant 'entries'! I do beg your pudding!
P. Catching
Seaham, - Friday, May 18, 2001 at 18:03:48 (EDT)
: Fiona - simply write in the Alternative Guest Book - there are no restrictions there!
Jack <Halliday>
- Friday, May 18, 2001 at 18:02:35 (EDT)
: could anyone tell me the date snowdons bakery was burnt down thank you. les.
les <A337audi@aol.com>
bedford, UK - Friday, May 18, 2001 at 18:01:15 (EDT)
The skipper, some or even all the comments are senesced, meaning the thing you say are not always published if it offends certain parties, so you are forced to read between the lines on some things
fiona <fionaact@aol.com>
- Friday, May 18, 2001 at 17:59:38 (EDT)
Fiona, I'm not sure which comment I'm supposed to be reading between. If you're talking about Mr. Windbags, then I'm in full agreement with Joe.
Dr Vix <drvmccabe@aol.com>
- Friday, May 18, 2001 at 10:06:44 (EDT)
Thank you for reading my earlier comments. The reason most of my entrees to this guestbook will not be exposed to public viewing are quit simple, the “powers in charge” will not let you the public read or see what is actually going on in our town and are absolutely terrified of changes. Wake up everyone and Move with the times.
Fiona Act <FionaAct@aol.com>
Seaham, - Friday, May 18, 2001 at 10:04:35 (EDT)
fiona act you should be careful whom you let near the children mr windbags could be that queer Dr Giggles or even worse tony from spain
yx
- Friday, May 18, 2001 at 03:01:48 (EDT)
Sugar ray prescott in the red corner.
Davy c
- Friday, May 18, 2001 at 03:00:42 (EDT)
This is for Laura L.Coutts,hoping she had a very nice birthday.Hugs and kisses from Ourense.
TAZ
Spain - Thursday, May 17, 2001 at 18:19:15 (EDT)
Sorry Fiona - you're too clever for us! Another time you might try writing what you want us to read. Don't forget we're from Seaham! By the way, are you one of the parkside Acts?
The Skipper
Seaham, - Thursday, May 17, 2001 at 02:43:04 (EDT)
To 'not a labour supporter'why are you being so mysterious,?reveal yourself,and stop having a go at our Ed.
Tony from Spain
Espana - Thursday, May 17, 2001 at 02:41:31 (EDT)
Didn't think there were a website about seaham!!!!
Liam RAainey <esamadhead@yahoo>
Seaham, Durham England - Thursday, May 17, 2001 at 02:39:53 (EDT)
I still maintain that you are very selective Edward. Prior to my last posting mentioning this subject I placed a response to Clairvoyant2 which you decided not to show. Your attempt to show you are unbiased by printing the entry from me proves the point.
Not a Labour Supported
- Wednesday, May 16, 2001 at 13:20:40 (EDT)
To Brian Rowell in Australia- Did we play Tennis together?
Tom Leighton <t&dlight>
Milton, Ontario Canada - Wednesday, May 16, 2001 at 13:17:55 (EDT)
Thank you for letting me to contribute to your guestbook, Has any one took time out to actually read the comments and thoughts by myself? Look between the lines and read it correctly you might learn something.
fiona act < fiona act@aol.com>
Seaham, - Wednesday, May 16, 2001 at 13:14:36 (EDT)
The Mayors Ball raised £1000. Total raised over the year was £4750 . This was given to local charities. Thanks to everyone who contributed.
Lady Mayor
Seaham, Durham UK - Wednesday, May 16, 2001 at 03:54:58 (EDT)
The Mayors Ball raided £1000 for Seaham charities. the total raised for the year was £4750 and was given to local charities. Thanks to everyone who contributed.
Lady Mayor
Seaham, Durham UK - Wednesday, May 16, 2001 at 03:52:37 (EDT)
To: Tom and Doris Leighton. It's just possible we can establish a joint connection with the Seaham area from the 40's and 50's. It is my home town and my mother's maiden name was Nicholson (in Bath Terrace). Also I knew a Tom Leighton from Murton at that time. Too long ago, maybe? Ah well!!!!!
Brian ROWELL <llewor@uq.net.au>
Brisbane, Queenland Australia - Wednesday, May 16, 2001 at 03:49:50 (EDT)
You are very selective Edward, I see your wife has no problem getting into print
Not a labour supporter
Not from round here, - Wednesday, May 16, 2001 at 03:47:16 (EDT)
Hi! Can anyone out there tell me how I can get in touch with Brian Scollen. The last known area I had for him was Dawdon. If you know him could you please pass on my e-mail address or phone number (01377 270165)as I would really like to get in touch. Thank you.
Ray Scollen <ray_scollen@lineone.net>
Walton Walton, East Yorkshire UK - Wednesday, May 16, 2001 at 03:45:23 (EDT)
We all had a great time at the Lady Mayor's Ball and there was a good amount raised for the Mayor's nominated charity. Many thanks from Stan and party - A great night out!
Stan Cooper
- Wednesday, May 16, 2001 at 03:42:06 (EDT)
Stan, Did yoy enjoy the Mayor's Ball? It was nice to meet you and your friends. Regards. S.M.
Lady Mayor
Seaham, Durham UK - Monday, May 14, 2001 at 19:21:13 (EDT)
Will someone for heavens sake help that poor woman with her studies,I'am ower far away or else I would.
Tony from Spain
Andalucia - Monday, May 14, 2001 at 19:17:02 (EDT)
Would anyone like to help me with my studies into Mans/Womans inner self?
Clairvoyant2 <astral@medium.com>
- Sunday, May 13, 2001 at 17:34:02 (EDT)
Theres plenty of Mr Windbags on this guestbook...
joe
- Saturday, May 12, 2001 at 12:11:23 (EDT)
Hello Everyone What a very interesting site ,so well laid out and easy to use.I,m not from Seaham ,but i knew a lot about it from my Friend Jennifer (Wilkins or Howard )If anyone knows Jennifer would you please tell her i would like to get in touch with her.Thanks keep up the good work.
Robert Lamond <lothianboy@hotmail.com>
Canada - Saturday, May 12, 2001 at 12:10:11 (EDT)
Just a quick note to thank the good kiddies in Dalton Le Dale. We all had a great time and none of us were put off by the few yobs who tried to disrupt the fun. Throwing used condoms is neither clever, funny nor hygenic.Thanks also to all the parents and helpers. Well done Seaham Council - full Marks!
Mr Windbags <windbags@hotmail.com>
Seaham, - Saturday, May 12, 2001 at 12:08:08 (EDT)
I would like to thank everyone that was involved in the organisation off a full day’s entertainment in the most beautiful and eyes Opening Park at Dalton-Le –Dale on the 7th of May 2001. The highlight of a most pleasant and most impressionable day was Mr. Windbags the children entertainer, while enthralling most of his young audience he also had to deal with the best examples of the surrounding areas finest.
Fiona Act
Seaham, - Thursday, May 10, 2001 at 18:52:10 (EDT)
I remember Nicholson`s cake shop! was it yours?
seaham res
Seaham, - Thursday, May 10, 2001 at 03:29:05 (EDT)
We were delighted to find our home town on the Web. I will put this site in our favourites. We were both born in Seaham. We have lived our entire married lives abroad, but keep in touch with family and friends in the U.K. My maiden name was Nicholson and I was born above the cake shop in Church Street
Tom and Doris Leighton <T&Dlight@aol.com>
Milton, Ontario Canada - Wednesday, May 09, 2001 at 02:33:59 (EDT)
We were delighted to find our home town on the Web. I will put this site in our favourites. We were both born in Seaham. We have lived our entire married lives abroad, but keep in touch with family and friends in the U.K.
Tom and Doris Leighton nee <T&Dlight@aol.com>
Milton, Ontario Canada - Wednesday, May 09, 2001 at 02:31:57 (EDT)
Louise in France, if you still want to contact Maria please email me: john.marriner@btinternet.com
John Marriner < john.marriner@btinternet.com>
Seaham, Durham England - Tuesday, May 08, 2001 at 08:19:57 (EDT)
and another thing, the need for a national identity has cost millions upon millions of lives. Kick over the statues,burn the flags,ignore the borders,emancipate the working class and imprison the ruling class...wake up before its too late... Theres only one race, the human race...
Joe
- Tuesday, May 08, 2001 at 08:17:46 (EDT)
I am a mature (retired) student doing an MSc in Marine Development and Protection at Heriot-Watt University. My main interest lies in Coastal Zone Management and I am particularly interested in what has been achieved though the Turning the Tide Project. I have chosen to do my Thesis on the revival of the Durham Coast; from a biological view point and how the TTT project has integrated with coastal zone management planning. I will be based just north of Hartlepool and if anyone has information they feel might be relevant, such a local knowledge, perhaps even an ex-student who has done previous research I would be grateful for any help. I will be down to see the exhibition around middle May. I am no stranger to the NE having spent some formative years on Tyneside and looking forward to making a re-aquaintance. Many thanks
Chris Brandon <C.T.Brandon@hw.ac.uk>
Edinburgh, Lothian Scotland - Monday, May 07, 2001 at 10:35:52 (EDT)
I'm looking for my best friend from the 60's.............Blanch Jorgenson. She lived on the Avenue and married another guy from Deneside. I'd dearly love to catch up with her again. Northlea School 1964 - 67 (Seaham Girls Grammar before that). Does anyone remember me from Westlea (Lynda Hudson)
Lynda <tlswee@aol.com>
Warrington, Cheshire UK - Sunday, May 06, 2001 at 19:08:44 (EDT)
Hello everyone!
Timothy Merchant <tizm@talk21.com>
Seaham, Durham - Sunday, May 06, 2001 at 19:06:20 (EDT)
My mother's name was Mary Jane Watson and she was born in Seaham Harbour in 1908 and migrated to Australia in 1927.
marion kelly <thekellys@powerup.com.au>
Brisbane, Queensland Australia - Saturday, May 05, 2001 at 16:14:52 (EDT)
IS "Morisee" Paul Morris? If so, How are you? I hope you are well.
jacqueline <mary Markie@aol.com>
USA - Friday, May 04, 2001 at 07:37:45 (EDT)
I have never been to Seaham Harbour, but I have heard stories of it all my life. My grandparents, the Hoy's, lived there. My mother was in tears the first time she saw your website, and it is a lovely place. I hope to visit there soon.
Emily <lilly200@excite.com>
Granite, IL US - Thursday, May 03, 2001 at 14:50:36 (EDT)
ooh, morriseey i love you too your,e like a lovely labrador puppy ( for davey c)
macavity
- Thursday, May 03, 2001 at 14:48:18 (EDT)
Thank you Mr Pearson for the info. I showed the page to my Dad and he was also most impressed
Thomas Johnson <Ex-Seaham>
- Thursday, May 03, 2001 at 14:46:55 (EDT)
Hi-Frederick , Regarding the purchase of a curved tape measure . There hasn't been much demand in the past for these , so a little ingenuity is needed . A modified small Parrot pedometer could be used [ from any good Pet shop ] or an inverted sextant [ from any ships chandler ] If all else fails , I've got one in my garage you could use as a pattern . It used to be straight , but I left it out in the sun too long ! Regards Oz-Brian
Oz-Brian <balhaven@iprimus.com.au>
South Australia - Thursday, May 03, 2001 at 01:53:56 (EDT)
The definitive biography of the undisputed maestro of English billiards. Born in 1898 in Kalgoorlie, Western Australia, Walter Albert Lindrum re-wrote the record books, establishing some 57 world records, none of which have been broken, except by himself. Although naturally right-handed he played billiards with his left hand - the legacy of a childhood accident when he lost the top joint of his right index finger. His childhood and youth were devoted to the development of his billiards under the guidance of his astute father. In 1924 the visiting English professional, Claude Falkiner, unwittingly re-shaped Walter Lindrum's game by his use of the nursery cannon. Lindrum realised the nursery's potential as the ultimate scoring force and wove it into the very fabric of his game. Between 1929-1933 Lindrum dominated the English billiards scene, conceding up tp 7000 points start to his nearest rivals. His record break of 4137, made in 175 minutes consisted of ! about 1900 consecutive scoring shots. The rules of the game were altered on several occasions to try to curb Lindrum's cannon play. Lindrum was so proficient that he made billiards look absurdly easy. He was a billiards tornado who carried his contemporaries along with him. The result was a golden age when the standard of the game reached its highest level. No player has ever approached Lindrum's incredible performances. No one will! The devotees of Walter Lindrum are not alone in their belief that he is the greatest sportsmen who ever lived. Walter Lindrum died in 1960. He was awarded an M.B.E. in 1951 and an O.B.E. in 1958 for his many years of charity work and support of the the War Effort. "The quiet little man is Walter Lindrum, whose skill in his own field is so great that he is forever doomed to sit in unapproachable loneliness and watch the feeble attempts of ordinary folk to follow where he leads." The only biography ever written on Walter Lindrum covers all aspects of his life in detail - the arduous years of practice, the triumph, tragedy and controversy of the golden years of 1929-34, his selfless years of charity work, an intensive analysis of the reasons for his greatness.
Mr Pearson <Seaham>
- Wednesday, May 02, 2001 at 17:13:42 (EDT)
No message included
NEIL GALLON <neil.gallon@mis.magna-europa.com>
Seaham UK, - Wednesday, May 02, 2001 at 09:09:35 (EDT)
Love you too Davie C, and your lovely wife and daughter. Vix
victoria mccabe <v.mccabe@ab.sac.ac.uk>
Aberdeen, Scotland the Brave - Wednesday, May 02, 2001 at 09:06:31 (EDT)
Victoria, I enjoyed reading your comments/views and opinions. You have made some very valid points; I agree with most of what you have said. Glad you are being out-spoken! By the way, I hope you are doing well otherwise.
Jacqueline <mary markie@aol.com>
USA - Wednesday, May 02, 2001 at 09:04:33 (EDT)
Can anyone help me with the following question? My Dad says that the greatest sportsman that ever lived was a billiard/snooker player called Walter Lindrom and that the only way he was defeated was because theyb changed the rules in order to do so. Is this true?
Thomas Johnson <Ex Seaham>
- Wednesday, May 02, 2001 at 09:02:47 (EDT)
I love you Dr Vic! Your like a big piece of lean lamb!
Davie C
Seaham, - Tuesday, May 01, 2001 at 17:51:04 (EDT)
Dear Tommy dont you know anything! Britain is now a multi cultural society. According to the Gospel of Tony there is not such thing as a National Identity as this would be racist. So if you are English,Scottish,Welsh or whatever you better keep quite about it or else you may get branded a Nazi!!!
DR Giggles
Dawdon, - Tuesday, May 01, 2001 at 17:49:38 (EDT)
Long live the protesters in the world (especially in London)
daz <at home>
sad saeham, - Tuesday, May 01, 2001 at 17:48:06 (EDT)
Interesting contribution Victoria,should invoke some interesting replies.I bet you hav'nt got it all out of your system yet,look forward to your next chapter.
Tony from Spain
Espana - Tuesday, May 01, 2001 at 17:46:42 (EDT)
My messages don't seem to be getting onto the guestbook again!
victoria mccabe
- Tuesday, May 01, 2001 at 13:17:44 (EDT)
Thomas, I hope that you're happy and well. I am English myself. I left Seaham in 1989 to go to college. I agree that the Welsh, Scots and Irish should get the independance which they're entitled to, if they so desire. Pounds and miles aren't really an important part of my identity. Before we weighed things in pounds we probably weighed them in something else, and it makes sense to me to use a system used by most of the world, (S.I. units), but I don't think it's important enough to prosecute someone over. I think that people often look for scapegoats to blame their own circumstances on, for example how much tax they pay. Personally I'd be a lot happier to see more of my taxes spent on education, health care and social care, and less on weapons, administration, unethical investments and misscarriages of justice. I imagine that if I did know where our taxes went, and where the money that was stolen during the privatisation of national assets has disappeared, assets which were owned by o! ur fathers and mothers, and their fathers and mothers, and their fathers (but probably not their mothers, 'cos women probably weren't allowed to own property back then), then I'd find that more money is spent in ways that I disagree with than is spent on our Celtic neighbours, who have contributed a lot to our society, both financially and otherwise. Money may well be squandered and siphoned off, but I don't think that the Celts are a problem but an asset. It does worry me that a place like Seaham, from which a lot of coal has been mined, and which has also contributed a lot to Britain, both financially and otherwise, seems to have been neglected by recent governments. I was horrified to see an interview where Tony Blair was speaking to people in a pub in Sedgefield, and the commentator was speaking along the lines of 'see ... Tony can mix with ordinary people'. Given the amount of commitment shown to the North-East by recent governments it should have been Tony that was flatt! ered that 'ordinary' people gave him the time of day, but the slant of the news item was that top-man Tony was such a down-to-earth bloke, stooping to speak with the likes of us, and, heaven forbid, have a pint in a working class pub. I bet it was shandy anyway. I'm sure that the facts that I live in Scotland, have Irish and Scots ancestry, knock about with a load of Celts, and drink Guinness by the bucket load don't colour my opinions at all. Vix. OOoooo, I do enjoy a good rant ... I think I've got it out of my system now.
Victoria McCabe <v.mccabe@ab.sac.ac.uk>
Aberdeen, Bonny Scotland - Tuesday, May 01, 2001 at 13:16:33 (EDT)
Whre's that then clever clogs?
Frederick Lowther
- Tuesday, May 01, 2001 at 13:12:32 (EDT)
The same place as you buy a curved weighing machne to measure the bananas with.
Tony from Spain
Espaana - Monday, April 30, 2001 at 19:51:33 (EDT)
Dr McCabe, I welcome your contribution to the topic I raised and you put forward a good case, but really I wasn't having a dig at the Scots, it was more of a plea for independance for England and I do consider myself as English rather than British, the latter does not mean a great lot to my generation, born post-war. The scotish people are proud and cannot be happy accepting subsidies from England or anywhere else, you should be using your energy to pursue a policy of independance for Scotland( if you believe in it ) and leave us English to our own! On the question of North sea oil, it does not belong to the people of Aberdene, they couldn't have financed the exploration costs anyway, billions of pounds were put into by Gov't and financial interests Worldwide and yes they got their returns on their money, the Wo(man) in the street gets very little financial benefit from NSO I dont know what the Welch have achieved, but the same message applies to them, get going, go for independance and leave us English to get on with it ourselves.
Thomas Johnson <Ex Seaham>
- Monday, April 30, 2001 at 19:50:07 (EDT)
Oz Brian - where do I buy a curved tape measure to weigh the bananas with, to check the colour to see how fresh they are?
Frederick Lowther <fred.lowther@ntlworld.com>
- Monday, April 30, 2001 at 12:28:32 (EDT)
Hi folks ,I've been watching the banana debate , perhaps they should be sold by the metre ? or by the yard ? just to confuse the bureaucrats and any one else that needs confusing . Regards Oz-Brian
Oz-Brian <balhaven@iprimus.com.au>
South Australia - Monday, April 30, 2001 at 05:42:15 (EDT)
Great to see the town where I lived until I was 11 years on line, my name was then Elizabeth McGee and I lived in Deneside. Well done Seaham for great web sites.
Elizabeth Fairns <robert.fairns@ntlworld.com>
Scotland - Sunday, April 29, 2001 at 19:10:05 (EDT)
Scutter, how was the PFA dinner...
Joe
- Sunday, April 29, 2001 at 19:08:05 (EDT)
Mr Clark would be impressed with the spelling on this guestbook. Not...
Joe
- Sunday, April 29, 2001 at 19:07:09 (EDT)
TJ – Sorry buddy. I have had my one lapse into the world of seriousness this week. I will stick with my childish puerile nonsense and just risk your distain. I can’t think of anything more depressing than a serious debate with you. Danny – Thanks for making me smile.
Isick
- Sunday, April 29, 2001 at 19:06:06 (EDT)
Isick Hunt, yuor diet man makes me want to throw-up yuk wot are yuo a freek?
Danny from Dawdon
- Sunday, April 29, 2001 at 07:10:07 (EDT)
Isaac Hunt, Stop trivialising, if you want a serious debate, OK but if you want carry-on with your childish, puerile nonsense, you will be treat with distain, so are you mature enough for a sensible debate?
Thomas Johnson <Ex Seaham>
- Sunday, April 29, 2001 at 07:08:29 (EDT)
SORRY MR, JOHNSON, I ALWAYS TAKE YOUR WORDS AS ENLIGHTENING PIECES OF WISDOM . SORRY FOR BEINGSAD AND HAVING A METRIC BRAIN. I WILL HAVE THIS RECTIFIED IMMEDIATELY. I AM NOW AN IMPERIAL PERSON FROM TODAY . THE WHOLE WORLD WILL BE VIEWED IN AN OLDE WOLRDE WAY... YES ITS, GREAT!!! POUNDS OF BANANAS TASTE SO MUCH BETTER IN POUNDS AND MY TEN GILLS OF HOEGARTENHOFMEISTERPILSARTOIS GOT ME MUCH MORE PISSED THAN IF IDRANK IT IN LITRES. YOUR WISDOM KNOWS NO BOUNDS.. YOU ARE THE LATTER DAY MR, GRADGRIND
MACAVITY
- Sunday, April 29, 2001 at 07:06:59 (EDT)
My last entry was a little heavy. Sorry for that. Here is something a little more light hearted for all you stressed out ladies. This is a specially-formulated diet designed to help women cope with the stress that builds during the day. BREAKFAST 1 grapefruit 1 slice whole-wheat toast 1 cup skim milk LUNCH 1 small portion lean, steamed chicken with a cup of spinach 1 cup herbal tea 1 Malteser AFTERNOON TEA The rest of the Maltesers in the bag 1 tub of Hagen-Daaz ice cream with chocolate-chip topping DINNER 4 glasses of wine (red or white) 2 loaves garlic bread 1 family-size Supreme pizza 3 Snickers bars LATE NIGHT SNACK 1 whole Sarah Lee cheesecake (eaten directly from the freezer) REMEMBER: "Stressed" spelled backward is "desserts"
Isaac Hunt
- Saturday, April 28, 2001 at 17:09:08 (EDT)
Jacqueline, I have made several attempts to reply to your entry on 23rd April but none of which have appeared. A technical problem no doubt. To be brief, yes we all have differing opinions on life but I have read yours so often, they deserve being shot at. (Not with a Smith and Weston however) As for the televised execution of Timothy Macvey, well, for me that sums up America today – morally bankrupt. I prefer living in the UK. Things are far from perfect here but we are a more tolerant society - miles ahead of the USA. Thomas, yes miles not kilometres. You asked what do we think? I think you have definitely gone bananas bonnie lad. Why stop at independence for England. Why not Durham or even Seaham. I suppose we could have a border patrol along the edge of Dalton.
IsaacHunt
- Saturday, April 28, 2001 at 17:07:17 (EDT)
I was born in Seaham in 1942 and I still have a brother living there. I left home in 1964 with my husband and 2 children. I still miss my village and visit as often as I can. My mother died there 18 months ago and I have only been back once since but I intend to put that right very soon.
Anne Wilkinson <Anne.wilkinson@vf.Vodafone.co.uk>
Newbury, Berkshire England - Saturday, April 28, 2001 at 17:04:57 (EDT)
macavity, you are the sad person, I think your brain(what there is of it) has been metrified
Thomas Johnson <Ex Seaham>
- Saturday, April 28, 2001 at 17:02:18 (EDT)
Dear "P Catching!" You know it has been such a very long, long time since I was ever at a "Disco!" We do not really have discos in America or even when I was working in Germany from the age of 18-22yrs old. I mean, there are such things as "Retro-Dances" and we all dress as if we were in the 60's and 70's and I suppose disco music and 60's rock 'n' roll is played. Yes, there is beer and wine and other drinks if one cares to drink. I mean, I am a 32 year old adult and when I go to these dances with friends we all have pretty much the same perspective on life and values system. We do not go to drink and get drunk. We are adults and we embrace life. Also, Yes, I suppose there are "Christians" at the discos. What about the disco's you go to - are there any Christians?
Jaccqueline <Mary markie@aol.com>
USA - Friday, April 27, 2001 at 03:32:56 (EDT)
Hi Victoria! I hope you are doing well. I am keeping busy as ever. I had a great time with my parents last month; now I miss them terribly! The weather is now splendid! with spring in the air and summer closely following. I spoke to Mrs. Wilson a few weeks ago; as I usually do about once per year. I told her that you had your PHD and are very successful. She had said you were always such a hard worker in school and she is very happy for you. I hope you had a beautiful Easter. Take Care and God Bless. Jacqueline.
Jacqueline <Mary Markie@aol.com>
USA - Friday, April 27, 2001 at 03:31:05 (EDT)
mr, johnson i dont ask for a litre of beer but what ireceive is actually a metric measurement, remember when they changed the capacity of the glasses some years ago. you dont get an imperial pint in pubs, silly. cant comment on miles but we,ll get there. however petrol is served in litres, try going in a garage and ask for a gallon, again, you,ll not get one. so why are you getting upset abut bananas it,s not important we are slowly but surely making yhe transition to metrification. by the way my garden measures 4 chins by 3 roods , how big is it in acres ? if you can answer that you are sadder than i thought.
macavity
- Friday, April 27, 2001 at 03:29:25 (EDT)
P. Catching Takes a one to recognise a one
Thomas Johnson <Ex Seaham>
- Friday, April 27, 2001 at 03:27:47 (EDT)
A couple of writers are offering congrats. to a certain person receiving so-called-honors, the English honors system is a farce and makes our Country a laughing stock worldwide, I say English and not British! Iunderstand that even the Austalians are now refusing to accept so-called honors, So I say scrap the honors, ditch the Titles, join the 21st Century. before NE1 says I say honors. not honours!
Thomas Johnson
Seaham, - Thursday, April 26, 2001 at 12:15:22 (EDT)
George Turns are u related to Elsie Hoye (nee Turns). Miriam Watson (nee Turns) and there Mother Jane Turns. Cheers
Cheers <Seaham@hotmail.com>
Seaham, Durham England - Thursday, April 26, 2001 at 12:13:34 (EDT)
Hell, Jacqueline, is a disco full of christians.
P Catching
Seaham, - Thursday, April 26, 2001 at 12:11:32 (EDT)
How come my messages don't get through these days?
Victoria McCabe <v.mccabe@ab.sac.ac.uk>
Aberdeen, - Thursday, April 26, 2001 at 05:32:42 (EDT)
Hi! I'd like to reply to the comment that tax payers money would be saved if England broke from Wales, Ireland and Scotland. Thinking about all of the coal that has been mined from Seaham, you'd imagine Seaham to be a fabulously wealthy place, however I suspect that most of the coal profits were used elsewhere. Similarly as the oil capital of Europe, Aberdeen is currently being exploited of it's oil. If England and Scotland were to go their seperate ways now, I think that it would be England who faired the worse financially. I also think that there are reasons to complain about how our taxes are spent, but that they require a little more thought than just blaming your closest neighbours. After all, as Dr. Giggles pointed out, the Welsh have acheived things that we can only aspire to. Vix.
Dr Victoria McCabe <v.mccabe@ab.sac.ac.uk>
Aberdeen, - Thursday, April 26, 2001 at 05:31:13 (EDT)
MR Clark Could that be the MR Conky Clark that came to Camden Square in 1947-48 He was the apple the eye of every girl in his class if so congratulations on becoming headmaster and getting the MBC. ex pupil Margaret Carr
Margaret Jones <marga.gos@libertysurf>
Sowerby Bridge, West Yorkshire UK - Thursday, April 26, 2001 at 04:28:17 (CDT)
*****Congratulations to Harry Clark former headmaster of Camden Square school on receiving the M.B.E. medal ...................Well done "Sir"................
Tom Campbell
Deneside, Seaham UK - Wednesday, April 25, 2001 at 18:27:49 (EDT)
MCAVITY, Why dont you try going into your local pub and asking for a Litre of beer? have you any roadsigns in your area showing Kilometers?
Thomas Johnson
Ex-Seaham, - Wednesday, April 25, 2001 at 18:24:13 (EDT)
A message for Isaac - Yes there are still several Turns left in Seaham. I am aware of a Turns family from Murton but I suspect they are distant relatives descended from my Great Great Grandfather's brothers in Sunderland. My Ancestor Benjamin Turns arrived in Seaham as early as 1861 and I have traced his family as far back as the early 1700's in Newcastle, so if you need any help in your search let me know
George Turns <George@turnsg.fsnet.co.uk>
Seaham, Co. Durham England - Wednesday, April 25, 2001 at 18:21:42 (EDT)
I think you're a fool Mr J.
P.Catching
Seaham, - Wednesday, April 25, 2001 at 18:17:20 (EDT)
Dear Thomas, you talk about "freedom" Let me give you a bit of reality. Unfortunately, Freedom of Religion in America is contridicted. At American schools children are not allowed to pray or use God. They do not have a Christmas tree or the Cross at Easter. However, sadly, every other religion is accepted. Only Christianity is slowly being ruled out and why? because satan (the devil) hates with all his heart Jesus Christ, therefore, just take a look at the world and society - what has happened to it? It has gone to shambles because people no longer know what " sin" is anymore. Also, here is America is the only country that has on the money "In God Wwe Trust" however, even that, will no longer be - the government has been talking about and trying for years now to get it removed. Why is it that Christianity is attacked so much and frequently? Because it is a true religion and not fantasy. There is a God, Jesus, Blessed Mother and there is a Heaven and a hell. Most pe! ople like to beleive that hell exsists only here on earth - that hell is what you make your life to be. In my opinion, "hell" is the separation between a faith and belief in Jesus Christ. Without having a faith in God and knowing God how can one's heart be filled with love. When we die if our hearts are still seperated from God then to hell we will go and hell is a place seperated from the love of Jesus Christ. Anyway, I have got to go now I will continue this later. Please feel free anyone to give an opinion. Though let your opinion be non-insulting. Rememeber I am not insulting anyone here - I am just giving my thoughts on some issues. Have a great day everyone.
Jacqueline <Mary markie@aol.com>
USA - Wednesday, April 25, 2001 at 18:07:27 (EDT)
Dear Jacky Markie stop pretending to be a Yank. Why dont you come back to Seaham and sign on like the rest of us lazy good for nothing thick work shy fops.
DR Giggles
Dawdon, - Wednesday, April 25, 2001 at 18:01:44 (EDT)
: Mr. Johnson you are not very well educated are you ? probaly ex grammar school methinks. Your comments re, metric bananas etc. just prove the point . Why dont you try going into the same shoppe with an old half crown and try and buy a pound of bananas. it would not work i,m afraid . Britain signed up to be the same as the rest of the world some years ago in respect of metrification . Again, how could we compete in the Olympics if we were the only country to run jump swim etc in imperial measurements
MCAVITY
- Tuesday, April 24, 2001 at 07:36:10 (EDT)
Jacqueline, nice to see you back again, there have been a few comments on the guest/book about Mr Bush and policies on Capital punishment. I think he was absolutely right in refusing to pardon those murderers and we should pity the poor victims of their hidious crimes rather than call a man only doing his duty as he sees it, so come on lets give the man a chance to prove himself and lets not forget that the USA is our closest friend and allie, give me the USA every time before our so-called friends in Europe. Let us not forget that they(the USA) came to our assistance twice in the 20th Century and without their help and sacrifices we would have been in deep trouble The USA is also a bastion of freedom, a much freer society than ours, after all I have never heard of anyone in America being taken to Court for selling a pound of Bananas have you? a near-neighbour of mine has been fined by the courts for doing just that. I have no objection to schoolchildren being taught metric measures but we should all have the freedom to choose whether we want to order a pound or a kilo. that is what freedom is all about. I do wish we had a bill of rights in this Country like you have over there. I also say we should cut loose from the Scots,Welch and Irish, we have subsidised them long enough, we could cut income tax by 10p/£ if we didn't have to subsidise them so much. What do you think Jacqueline, what do guest/book contributers think?
Thomas Johnson
Ex Seaham - Monday, April 23, 2001 at 08:45:02 (EDT)
To "Issac" First, I do indeed support President George Bush. However, not for his choice of the death penalty. I will be one of the people in America who will NOT be watching the live lethal injection (Death Penalty) of Timothy Macvey who was responsible for the Oklahoma bombing in 1995. Annway, I support President Bush for the fact he is "trying" to do it better than the former President - Bill Clinton. Mr. President Bush at least has a "team" the Bush Cabinet who are of all moral convictions. Unfortunately, there is not one President who can please everyone. At least President Bush is not a "floosy!" or is engaging in affairs and giving "pardons" to cover his own mistakes. Bill Clinton was the laughing stock of America and the whole world - he was a complete disgrace to America. I do not agree with everything President Bush has to say, but I do think he is trying to help his country and foreign relations. I do realize that Seaham and the North of England in genera! l are as a whole supporters of the "Labour" government (Or, translated in American, supporters of the democratic party) Therefore, I understand your disagreement with my opinion. You and I and probably most people on this guest-book share very different opinions of President Bush and perhaps even of the British Prime Minister, Tony Blair. However, that is not to say that either one of us are wrong in our views and opinions. Always remember that differences of opinions give a balance in society. Though it is a shame that we all could not agree on Jesus Christ and that he is indeed our saviour. Just think how our world would be if we all agreed on that issue. Jesus Christ is love and represents love, forgiveness, compassion, gentleness, kindness, consideration, the truth and all things good and beautiful. If we all agreed that Jesus Christ is the saviour - I bet our world would be completely different. Something to think about?!!
Jacqueline <Mary Markie@aol.com>
USA - Monday, April 23, 2001 at 08:43:01 (EDT)
: Why is this page of the guest-book frequently having problms?
jacqueline <mary markie@aol.com>
USA - Sunday, April 22, 2001 at 17:34:59 (EDT)
Hi- again , sorry about the typo error. Mrs Quasimodo wasn't listening , she was heating the wok . whoops Regards Oz-Brian
Oz-Brian <balhaven@iprimus.com.au>
South Australia - Sunday, April 22, 2001 at 08:55:54 (EDT)
Hi ! there doesn't seem to be much action on this page lately ! Well,here's my contribution :- Quasimodo came home from work and found his wife hearing up the wok , great said he , " I fancy chinese food tonight , said she " I'm not cooking , I'm just ironing a couple of shirts for you " Regards Oz-Brian
Oz-Brian <balhaven@iprimus.com.au>
South Australia - Sunday, April 22, 2001 at 08:49:50 (EDT)
The follow up raffle at Leng's Snooker Club raised a further £100 for the Sunderland Child Development Unit. This takes the total raised to £400! The Unit gives essential support to children in our area who have special needs and/or learning difficulties. Many thanks to everyone who has been involved in this charity raising fund. Your efforts are truly appreciated!
Joanne Curtis (nee Duggan) <gingejozee@hotmail.com>
Seaham, - Sunday, April 22, 2001 at 06:14:23 (EDT)
Hi would any one no the Turns family from murton, Any information would be of great help as im doning a family tree, And are there any Turns left in seaham
Isaac
- Sunday, April 22, 2001 at 06:12:42 (EDT)
Tony, don’t feel too bad (or proud?} they were bound to come back to haunt us. What we should ask is why Markie, Johnson and others all appear at the same time and feed off each other’s tripe. If they are not the same person then they definitely ‘Pee in the same pot’ Why should anyone have any respect for a supposedly educated, religious woman who supports an execution mad, pro gun lobby, pollution friendly President and then has the front to lecture us on what’s wrong with our country. As for you Ms Johnson – stick to cricket
Isaac
- Sunday, April 22, 2001 at 06:11:48 (EDT)
Regarding your query on the Mining disaster, and the remnants held in the Church, you should obtain a copy of "Troubled Seams" by John McCutcheon which was originally published in 1955 but reprinted in 1994 for the Arts and Museums Dept. of Durham County Council, County Hall, Durham.It has an ISBN 1 897585 07 1
Colin <nobby@paradise.net.nz>
- Tuesday, April 17, 2001 at 19:08:48 (EDT)
The photograph of the waves breaking over Seaham's north pier is available from the Sunderland Echo or local newsagents... many thanks for the compliments... David Allan.
David Allan
- Tuesday, April 17, 2001 at 19:07:19 (EDT)
"Billy Whiz" my sister just recently sent me the photo I of the pier that I think you are talking about. She went to the Sunderland Echo office and they sent her one, I am not sure how much they cost but they are excellent photos. I am not sure where you live but I can get the address of the Sunderland Echo office, maybe they have a web page that you can order from too. Good Luck Regards Joan
Joan <mark_watkinson@telus.net>
Canada - Tuesday, April 17, 2001 at 13:21:37 (EDT)
Dear Jacky Markie what do you know about British politics! As your so fond of telling us, YOU buggered off to the land of the free quite some time ago.So I suggest you shut up and eat your hambugers.Have a nice day now.
: DR Giggles
Dawdon, - Tuesday, April 17, 2001 at 13:19:30 (EDT)
Hi, there is a church on station rd. that contains a beam with messages scrawled by victims of a mining disaster. Can anyone help me find more info on this sad incident
ron wright <ron.wright@blueyonder.co.uk>
sheffield, s yorks england - Tuesday, April 17, 2001 at 04:33:01 (EDT)
Well, here we go again. It is increasingly evident that, by entering this Guest Book, some people set in motion a sequence of events over which they have absolutely no control.The comparison of Blair with ---er Bush? The man who wears cowboy boots with the seal of the United States embossed on them? Bush would be out of his depth in a puddle! He sets himself low achievement targets and constantly fails to meet them.He was also elected by completely fraudulant means. Only in America eh!
Colin <nobby@paradise.net.nz>
- Tuesday, April 17, 2001 at 04:31:02 (EDT)
Careful Bro. B. from Baltimore
The designer
Universal - Monday, April 16, 2001 at 18:36:54 (EDT)
Oh..Bloody hell here we go again,T.J. and markie are truely ressurrected,(I think they have been away to-gether doing 'God knows what) no doubt any time now we will be recieving a reply to 'Can men and women be friends',(stupid bloody topic for debate) from across the pond.What about T.J. though preferring the company of his own sex (whatever that may be) sounds like a bit of a funny fellow to me.Anyway the purpose of this contribution is to once again apologise to all you normal people out there for for the reawaking of the political/religous condescending duo.I'am so sorry.
Tony the one that matters
Espana - Monday, April 16, 2001 at 18:35:41 (EDT)
Johnathon Bartos - please email me - I believe we are related. thepitmansmate@hotmail.com
re. your entry in the book <thepitmansmate@hotmail.com>
- Monday, April 16, 2001 at 18:33:47 (EDT)
Thomas, I must disagree with you - Men and Women CAN be friends - that is if neither one are attracted to each other. Or, if either one have strong christian convictions and can control their sexual desires. Men and women CAN be just friends.
Jacqueline <Mary markie@aol.com>
USA - Monday, April 16, 2001 at 18:32:19 (EDT)
Hey! Thomas Johnson! You are right on the right track! I too,support a democratic system for Great Britian. I see no reason why on earth we have a Monarchy. Though the Queen does not govern England I still see no reason for the Monarchy - It is a lost cause and costing British tax payers more than perhaps would if the Monarchy did not exsist. Mind you, Britain needs a better Prime Minister than she has at the moment. Tony Blair is not doing such a great job........
Jacqueline <Mary markie@aol.com>
USA - Monday, April 16, 2001 at 18:30:48 (EDT)
Would anyone know where I can get hold of the pictures of the north pier being lashed by waves. Any email would be appreciated. Cheers Whizz
Billy Whizz <bill_whizz@yahoo.co.uk>
Seaham, Durham England - Monday, April 16, 2001 at 18:29:10 (EDT)
Jacqueline A happy and prosperous Easter to you and yours, can we now look forward to some more guest-book contributions from you? most of the recent letters on this page have been "bitchy" and deserve to be treated with distain and ignored You asked a while ago "can men & women" ever be just friends and after a lot of thought I must conclude NO unless the men or women prefer the company of their own sex, then they could I suppose be friends with the opposite sex. I think you are lucky to be living in a country where the head of state (your President) is elected by the Man(Woman) in the street and not subject to our archaic system of having a head/state decided by birthright. I would support a republican system of election in this country which would be truly democratic, what do you think Jacqueline?
Thomas Johnson <Ex Seaham>
- Monday, April 16, 2001 at 11:38:47 (EDT)
: HAPPY EASTER!!!! I hope everyone has a beautiful and Blessed Easter Day! God Bless! From Your "Guest-Book" Friend, Jacqueline Katherine Mary.
Jacqueline <Mary Markie@aol.com>
USA - Sunday, April 15, 2001 at 17:48:34 (EDT)
I will strive to live with love and care upon the level in the square 1509
Jonahton Bartos
Baltimore, USA - Sunday, April 15, 2001 at 17:47:13 (EDT)
Tony, you've got me... What previous entries???
Sal
Seaham, Durham UK - Saturday, April 14, 2001 at 17:34:24 (EDT)
Sal-thanks for the vote of defence against the dubious Danny from Dawdon.Sorry I had a go about your typing error,but why don't you contribute under your real name,because we can all recognise your style from previous 'enteries'
Tony from Spain
Espana - Saturday, April 14, 2001 at 17:31:42 (EDT)
Does anyone in Seaham know a Lady named Denise Conlon? I would like to know how she is doing,if someone knows her please send me an e-mail.Thanks, Frank
Frank <FXROHIO@aol.com>
California USA - Saturday, April 14, 2001 at 17:29:46 (EDT)
Dear,dear Tony we have got the hump haven't we. The yoy was simply a typing error(which of course you would never make) and was meant to say YOU
Sal
Seaham, Durham UK - Friday, April 13, 2001 at 18:20:57 (EDT)
To Danny from Dawdon. Welcome to the Guestbook. You're entitled to your opinion about Tony from Spain but I think you are wrong.
Sal
Seaham, Durham UK - Friday, April 13, 2001 at 18:17:09 (EDT)
and the mince pie and gravy was disgusting unlike Dawdons.
joe
- Friday, April 13, 2001 at 18:15:14 (EDT)
Sal i think tony from spain can and does take it
Danny from Dawdon
- Friday, April 13, 2001 at 18:13:46 (EDT)
I said earlier you were talking rubbish-What does yoy mean? Sally.
Tony from Spain
Espana - Friday, April 13, 2001 at 18:12:46 (EDT)
: Oh-bloody hell I now seem to have awoken T.J.along with Markie,what a co-incidence eh.He's coming out with his usual childish foolish and immature comments.I do apologise to everyone for these resurrections,I can assure you it was not intended.Got to rush just coming into the marina,on my toy,at least we are not likely to bump into Thomas,because he has fled our shores.Are ya alreet Dr,G.
Tony from Spain
Espana - Friday, April 13, 2001 at 18:11:35 (EDT)
O.K. Tony from Spain so we all know now that you can give it out but yoy can't take it.
Sal
Seaham, Durham UK - Friday, April 13, 2001 at 14:01:07 (EDT)
I'am so sorry G.B. friends I seem somehow to have awoken the sleeping Markie,my sincerest apologies everyone.Jacqueline you are quite right about the price of toys,only now I can afford a real boat which with your blessing I shall continue having fun.As for you Sal'one up on Tony' from somewhere in England,go and have a 7up and stop submitting rubbish comments to the G.B.
Tony From Spain
Espana - Friday, April 13, 2001 at 13:59:14 (EDT)
Hey Willy, I'm still looking for you little brother. I will never give up on you. If your out there PLEASE contact me. I've sent flyers with your picture to over 35 homeless shelters in Minnesota and I still have alot more. I miss you so much, and so does Mom, Dad,Stacy and your little girl Brittney. Please if anyone has seen my little brother contact me, you can go back and read my March 14, 2001 entry for a full discription of Willy. Thanks everyone
Renee Roccaforte (Mestre) <robertrenee@webtv.net>
redwood city, ca USA - Friday, April 13, 2001 at 13:57:06 (EDT)
I agree with the comment of Sal, Tony (peeping Tom) from Spain and his ignorant friend are not worth bothering with and should be put on ignore their puerile rantings are a sign of their immaturity this is a genuine T.J. letter, not like a lot of the forgeries put down to me
Thomas Johnson <Ex-Seaham>
- Friday, April 13, 2001 at 13:54:56 (EDT)
joker, are you going tomorrow night?
pitsox
Seaham, - Friday, April 13, 2001 at 13:52:58 (EDT)
Good for you Jacqueline. You're one up on T from Spain.
Sal
England - Thursday, April 12, 2001 at 19:06:11 (EDT)
Tony from Spain! I am so glad that I must amuse you. You seem to use my name often enough even when I am not being active in signing the guest-book. At least I always had something worthwhile to say and did not insult people. Well.... What what is the saying......."The only difference between men and boys are the price of the toys." Men are till in many ways like children and love to play... Tony continue having fun.
Jacqueline <Mary markie @aol.com>
USA - Thursday, April 12, 2001 at 19:04:47 (EDT)
Does anyone know Doreen or Harry Moore?
louise wolve <laiglejuridique@hotmail.com>
Paris, France - Thursday, April 12, 2001 at 19:03:01 (EDT)
This is a Maxi Test.
Mad Max <Maxi@maxidotcom>
- Thursday, April 12, 2001 at 19:01:21 (EDT)
Joanne Duggan ( nee curtis). Gotta be the sweetest redhead I ever did see ;-)
Whiz <: mmm@mmm.com>
Dawdon, Seaham ENGLANG - Thursday, April 12, 2001 at 19:00:04 (EDT)
I used to live in Murton and went to Ryhope Grammar from 1962 till 1969. I have only kept in touch with one friend that used to live in silksworth but I would very much like to hear from anyone that remembers me. colin
Colin Ellar <colinellar@onet.co.uk>
London, UK - Thursday, April 12, 2001 at 03:12:21 (EDT)
my father's people,the last name harrison, lived in seaham harbour. my father used to say his grandfather was aharbour master or something like that. can anyone give me any information? do i have any relatives out there? k
kate harrison <katemac@ns.sympatico.ca>
Bedford, Nova Scotia Canada - Thursday, April 12, 2001 at 03:10:22 (EDT)
Hello Mr. Mason, I've just come across Seaham Harbour On Line and was disappointed that it seemed to stop at the end of 1998. Has it moved somewhere else. The little I found was excellent. Look forward to hearing from you.
Linda Hall
- Thursday, April 12, 2001 at 03:07:29 (EDT)
Born in Seaham. Mother warbride. Came to Canada 1946.Go "home" often to visit relatives. Love the seashore.
: VivienClarke <vday@nt.net>
Kirkland Lake, Ontario Canada - Thursday, April 12, 2001 at 03:05:41 (EDT)
Dawdon pit canteen ladies could fight the nacks.
joe
- Thursday, April 12, 2001 at 03:03:18 (EDT)
I don't believe it they have missed out the last most important line-'YOU HAVE HAD YOUR TASTE OF HELL' That's the last time I 'am gannin to write poetry.
The desperate poet from spain <Tony@poetland.com>
espana - Monday, April 09, 2001 at 18:29:04 (EDT)
The Census forms are now being delivered. It would be interesting for future generations if the forms were photocopied and kept with the family papers.Andrea Lee
Andrea <andrea@norwood.u-net.com>
- Monday, April 09, 2001 at 16:05:25 (EDT)
Checking Gay population of Seaham district
arcamark
- Monday, April 09, 2001 at 16:03:57 (EDT)
: A man stood at the pearly gates His face was tired and old He stood before the man of god to seek admission to the fold What have you done?Saint Peter asked to seek admission here He said I've read Markie's 'enteries' for many a many a year. The pearly gates swung open wide,Saint Peter tolled his bell.
Tony from Spain <Poet@Laureat.com>
Espana - Monday, April 09, 2001 at 16:02:42 (EDT)
Checking population of United Kingdom
Census Enumerator <EDC>
- Monday, April 09, 2001 at 13:32:06 (EDT)
Checking submission to guestbook
Sadie <Sadie@daltonet.com>
Seaham, - Monday, April 09, 2001 at 05:16:01 (EDT)
: What's brown and sits on the seafront? ........ Seaham.
Al Zheimer
Naaseby, - Saturday, April 07, 2001 at 19:44:01 (EDT)
does anyone know the where abouts of sue @ val bell of parkside seaham
NO Name
- Saturday, April 07, 2001 at 19:42:19 (EDT)
searching for information on the last name of Summerbell.
phylicia <beees@earthlink.net>
anaheim, C.A USA - Saturday, April 07, 2001 at 19:40:45 (EDT)
Hi, I hope everyone is doing well. I am now back off my vacation. I had a great time with my parents. America was something really different for my parents! I took them practically all over Chicago as well as introducing them to my friends. They went b ack to England feeling very comfortable and positive with the life I have chosen. The weather is now very beautiful here in Chicago - today it is 73 degrees, sunny and a little windy - but very pleasant! The summer is on it's way - hurray!!! I can't belie ve next weekend is Easter - is it just me or is it really that time is going way too fast these days? I hope you all have a great Easter - God Bless, from your Guest-Book friend, Jacqueline.
Jacqueline <mary markie@aol.com>
USA - Saturday, April 07, 2001 at 19:38:36 (EDT)
The freedom of speech is dead on this site
daz <dapa000@aol.com>
Free World - Saturday, April 07, 2001 at 19:36:36 (EDT)
Daltondope is really Thomas Johnson. Ask me how I know? The Private Eye
Private Eye <gumshoe@hotmail.com>
- Saturday, April 07, 2001 at 19:32:48 (EDT)
Hi-Seaham Satalite , you made me laugh at your Geronimo response , but did you really want me to laugh at your 2nd response ? who's side do you think I'm on ? Unless they all caught some dreadful disease in India you don't have a hope in hell's chance ,but I wish you well ! Regards Oz-Brian
Oz-Brian
South Australia - Saturday, April 07, 2001 at 07:51:51 (EDT)
P Catching, You are losing the argument Laddie. try and say something funny for a change.
Dalton Dope <dopeatthedale.com>
- Saturday, April 07, 2001 at 05:08:20 (EDT)
Oz Brian, We true-blue Englishmen Are going to whop the Aussies at Cricket this Summer, who's side are you on Mate?
Seaham Satalite
- Saturday, April 07, 2001 at 05:06:58 (EDT)
Question - Whats brown & Sits on a wall? Answer - Humpty Dump.(Happy Easter)
Joker <Laff@joke>
- Saturday, April 07, 2001 at 05:05:52 (EDT)
I would like to thank everyone who attended the Charity night at Lengs Snooker Club on Thursday 5th April in aid of the Child Development Unit at Sunderland. The event was a huge success and we raised £300. The Snooker Club are holding a further raff le over the coming week to raise even more money. Please give your support. Thanks to everyone who donated prizes for the raffle and also to everyone who took part.
Joanne Curtis (nee Duggan) <gingejozee@hotmail.com>
Seaham, - Saturday, April 07, 2001 at 05:04:39 (EDT)
Janet,Samson and myself saying hello seaham
Paul <pscollen@hotmail.com>
Easington Colliery, Co.Durham England - Saturday, April 07, 2001 at 04:54:46 (EDT)
Oz Brian, If Geromimo jumped out of a Plane with a Parachute, he'd shout Ozzie, Ozzie, Ozzie! If he forgot to put a chute on he'd cry sh-t, sh-t sh-t
Seaham Satalite
- Friday, April 06, 2001 at 11:30:37 (EDT)
Well Norbert, six lines of poorly constructed English - and this is you "not responding"! Heaven forfend you should actually risk a reply!
P. Catching
Seaham, - Friday, April 06, 2001 at 11:28:30 (EDT)
Arthur Two Strokes and the Chart Commandoes... now that was a band. Betsy,was who I meant, spoke to him today
joe <joemacveigh@netscapeonline.co.uk>
- Friday, April 06, 2001 at 11:27:20 (EDT)
Why is it so ? When goods are transported by road ,they are shipped .When goods are transported by ship they are called cargo . Why is a boxing ring square .If Geronimo jumped out of a plane , what would he yell ???? Regards Oz-Brian
Oz-Brian
South Australia - Friday, April 06, 2001 at 09:20:11 (EDT)
Still looking for a second hand log burning stove. Can anyone help?
Ray Cambell <thepitmansmate@hotmail.com>
- Thursday, April 05, 2001 at 15:18:52 (EDT)
P Catching, you have clearly not spotted my reluctance to to engage in a battle of wits with an unarmed , not to mention anonymous, person.If ignorance is bliss, then you are probably the worlds happiest person.However, I suspect that as long as you re tain your presence in the Guestbook, you are depriving some village of its idiot.When you eventually gain the courage to attach an identity to your comments, then I will respond!Villageidiot.com will simply not do by the way!I will test you!
Colin <nobby@paradise.net.nz>
- Thursday, April 05, 2001 at 15:16:47 (EDT)
Norbert! You deny all knocker knowledge now but only a few days ago you were telling us that knockers have opinions. Have a wee chat with yourself matey and see if you can get your story straight.
P Catching
Seaham, - Wednesday, April 04, 2001 at 19:02:10 (EDT)
I'm not sure that your response displays genuine xenophobia, or ignorance of the type displayed in your geographical knowledge; but have decided to give you the benefit of the doubt and assume it is meant to be humourous!To be honest, I saw no knockers ; I was too busy avoiding humps!
Colin <nobby@paradise.net.nz>
- Wednesday, April 04, 2001 at 08:06:05 (EDT)
I write to suggest that a useful link on the website would be to:- http://www.education-jobs.co.uk
Byron <byrona@royal.net>
UK - Tuesday, April 03, 2001 at 17:27:18 (EDT)
: Nobby Nobby - keep out of Seaham and leave our knockers out of it! Glad you're back in the land of Oz - give our regards to the wizard AKA Dr Giggles...;
P Catching
Seaham, - Monday, April 02, 2001 at 18:28:44 (CDT)
Does anyone have family or friend that are at,or were at Beachcomber or Beachview homes. I've just found out my Gran can't take care of herself and the family is looking at those homes. I checked their web site and everything looks fine but if anyone h as any personal info I'd be much obliged.And yes Ed I think the news debates would be a great idea. Thanks to your news page I found out about the Hall opening and looking forward to staying there in Sept when we get home and see all Seaham improvements.
Lesley Roberts <ladyboss67@yahoo.co.uk>
Phoenix, Arizona USA - Monday, April 02, 2001 at 18:27:24 (CDT)
: Question. Why do Elephants have Big Ears. - Answer. Because NODDY won't pay the ransom
Joker <Laff@joke>
- Monday, April 02, 2001 at 13:04:57 (EDT)
Does anyone have an old log burning stove they don't want/ would like to sell. The type I'm after is black cast iron with double doors at the front. Appearance isn't too important as it is only for outside use. Look forward to hearing if anyone can hel p. Thanks, Ray
R Cambell <thepitmansmate@hotmail.com>
Seaham, - Monday, April 02, 2001 at 08:28:58 (EDT)
Lengs Snooker Club is due to host a charity night on Thurs 5th April in aid of the Child Development Unit in Sunderland. Attractions include spots by Dave Curtis and John Mckenzie, loads of karaoke and top music, it promises to be a great night. Please come along and support this very worthy cause, the Child development unit does sterling work to provide help for children w ith learning difficulties in the area. SO PLEASE COME ALONG ON THURS 5 APRIL AND GIVE YOUR SUPPORT AND ENJOY YOURSELF!!!!
Paul Duggan <ptduggan@btinternet.com>
- Monday, April 02, 2001 at 02:18:24 (EDT)
Let's have your news and events for the HARBOUR NEWS folks. Does anyone think it would be a good idea to have a regular "Single Issue" page where individuals could air there views (supported by facts) about town issues. The current issue could be pos ted on the "Single Issue" page and you could debate it in the Guestbook and vote on it. After a suitable period (say two weeks) the result of the vote would be posted and another issue set up. Nice to have you back safely Colin.
Ed Mason <mace@daltonet.com>
Seaham, Durham UK - Sunday, April 01, 2001 at 19:02:26 (EDT)
the Guestbook.
Sal
Seaham, Durham UK - Sunday, April 01, 2001 at 18:08:25 (EDT)
This town is the best and we wouldn't want to live any where else!!!!!
Heather Ashley and Elaine
Seaham, - Sunday, April 01, 2001 at 18:05:17 (EDT)
NO BUMPS ON SEAHAM PATH Well, I'm home again after three weeks away which included a brief visit to Seaham.I inspected the infamous Dalton-le-Dale humps, all eight of them, and reached the conclusion after the third thump that they serve the purpose for which they were intended,so end of story.I also had a tour of Seaham with Ed Mason which showed that, contrary to some opinion, the Seaham Council are doing their very best within the resources available to them to improve the place. Much of what I saw was considerably more positive than would be believed of the "knockers" some of whom seem to have a very negative approach. Having some experience in Works Management myself, I can understand how difficult it is to please all of the people all of the time, and even knockers have opinions. But to do nothing is to stagnate, and that means you go backwards, not forward. So well done Ed, and thanks for the time yourself and Sadie allowed me.
Colin <nobby@paradise.net.nz>
- Sunday, April 01, 2001 at 18:03:10 (EDT)
Have just had 10 wonderful days in Tenerife Heard a few rumours that I was being "hunted" by a certain Seaham exile from Spain, but he was (as usual) looking in the wrong place! Best wishes to Jacqueline and all Guest/book users.
Thomas Johnsom
Ex Seaham - Sunday, April 01, 2001 at 18:00:55 (EDT)
I like getting drunk. Do any of you people like getting drunk?
DrGiggles
- Sunday, April 01, 2001 at 17:59:24 (EDT)
To "Curious" I think my parents do not like "American Food" in terms of the huge quantity that are served. Also, my parents are use to the food they eat at home. A cooked meal with 5 vegetables. Over here I go to restaraunts and will order pasta and it will come with one vegetable. Or I will get steak and it will come with 1 or 2 vegetables. I think my parents are just being picky. I mean, I love America - it is a very different culture to England. They are having a great time - I hope, it is just they are 66 and 65 years old and they like to find something to complain about. They also cannot get over all the driving that I do. As I live in the country I drive an hour to get to the city, a hour to get to one suburb and an hour to get to another. Also 30 minutes to get to the stores and to church etc... Whereas, that is very far to my parents and to me it is second nature - I am use to it. I think nothing about driving one hour or 30 minutes to church. Again, they can! see the very different life I live over here. Also, because I am still single I like to eat out a lot! I am just on my own schedule and do whatever I want. The only time frame I have is for work. Otherwise, I am single without a boyfriend (boo-hoo!) or without children and my life is totally different in terms of how my parents remember me when I was at home.
jacqueline <Mary Markie@aol.com>
USA - Sunday, April 01, 2001 at 17:58:01 (EDT)
Question - Why did the pie cross the road. Answer - Because he was "MEAT N' POTATOE"
Joker <Laff@joke>
- Sunday, April 01, 2001 at 17:55:38 (EDT)
Otis Lift and the Elevators! That was a good band - complete with alternative fire jugglers outside the gig - happy daze....weird but happy. I can recall seeing John Smith of Seaham winning the Bob Geldof lookalike competition on the television during Band Aid. Knowing someone who's been on telly is as near as I'll get to my fifteen minutes of fame - thank god!
P Catching
Seaham, - Saturday, March 31, 2001 at 11:07:27 (EST)
: In 1966 I spent the Summer in England and met a young woman there named Denise Conlon from Seaham.If anyone knows anything about Her I would appreciate an e-mail as to what has become of Her. Thank You, Frank
Frank <FXROHIO@aol.com>
California USA - Saturday, March 31, 2001 at 11:05:44 (EST)
: hi to all from the studmuffin
s.bunts <sbunts@yahoo.com>
seaham, durham england - Friday, March 30, 2001 at 19:42:16 (EST)
What do you mean Jacqueline by American food? The majority of it is made up of ethnic groups like italian, chinese etc nothing really weird and there's always chips to fall back on.
Curious
- Friday, March 30, 2001 at 19:37:48 (EST)
: I am a direct descendant of Ld B, but by family oral tradition, only. I cannot prove it.
Geoff Burgess <100766.2106@compuserve.com>
Bicester, Oxon UK - Friday, March 30, 2001 at 19:36:34 (EST)
Small world indeed! I served a guy a pint in Newquay who worked as a look-a-like with none other than John Smith! (aka Bob Geldof). This guy was a Freddie Mercury lookalike.. presumably he's out of work now.
: Ottis Lift and the Elevators
- Friday, March 30, 2001 at 19:34:18 (EST)
Roxy weren't the only ones to grace the Dun Cow auditorium. I once saw a band called Arbre in Brighton who told me they'd once played the Cow - big world! PS Where is Doug Tooth now?.......one to ponder!
P. Staines
Seaham, - Friday, March 30, 2001 at 02:06:17 (EST)
P. Staines, I too caught Roxy Music when they played the Dun Cow - a canny turn indeed. I was suprised to find that Brian Ferry drinks halves! ..not a real man at all - he hasn't even got a moustache.
anal fury
- Thursday, March 29, 2001 at 13:30:08 (EST)
Hi Sadie Mason. My parents are having just a great time! I am just loving them being here. They arrived on Tuesday late afternoon. Yesterday we went into the city and did some sightseeing. We are going again today, after we go for Brunch at my friend home. I am not sure they like Anerican food too well though! But so far they are having fun.
Jacqueline <mary markie@aol.com>
USA - Thursday, March 29, 2001 at 13:28:28 (EST)
Hi-Beardy , I didn't know I was missed or missing ! we weren't having a Mia death experience, we were having a "Boob " experience [ Bored Out Of Our Brains ].If it had hit us we would still have had a " Boob " experience [Blown Out Our Beds ] TONY, So glad you managed to stay out of the water , one can only take so much water , unless you have a bottle of something to mix with it, and Ladies I'm happy to have brought laughter to your days, more can only help us all , Regards Oz-Brian
Oz-Brian <balhaven@iprimus.com.au>
South Australia - Thursday, March 29, 2001 at 05:46:43 (EST)
I can only find one B & B address on this site for Mrs E. Bond at 2 Bath Terrace. Are there any other B & B's?? Grateful for any info. Thanks.
Helen Pieri <bullabong@hotmail.com>
High Barnet, Herts UK - Thursday, March 29, 2001 at 02:19:47 (EST)
Love the idea of the news page, so I can keep up with more events until I get home later this year. Keep up the great work!
Lesley Roberts <ladyboss67@yahoo.co.uk>
Phoenix, Arizona USA - Thursday, March 29, 2001 at 02:17:38 (EST)
Jacqueline. Hope your parents are enjoying their visit. Give them our regards.
Sadie M <Sadie@daltonet.com>
Seaham, UK - Wednesday, March 28, 2001 at 18:53:59 (EST)
Well, frankly mister Shankly you're quite right. I'll admit to being part of a "canny torn" in the same way that Roxy Music once were. By the way, I didn't know you wrote such bloody awful poetry - lovely repast, tell your mater.
P Staines
SEAHAM, - Wednesday, March 28, 2001 at 18:51:26 (EST)
P. Staines - I've heard you're a canny turn... up there with me marra Davie Bowie (of the Parkside Bowies..)
Mr Shankly <frankly@mrshankly.com>
- Wednesday, March 28, 2001 at 15:33:43 (EST)
We have added a SEAHAM HARBOUR ONLINE NEWS page. We will attempt to keep this regularly updated with what's going on in the Town. If you wish to have any events or happenings included you can do this from the NEWS page. You'll find it at http://www.seaham.com/news/
Ed Mason <: mace@daltonet.com>
Seaham Harbour, Co Durham UK - Wednesday, March 28, 2001 at 15:31:10 (EST)
Oz Brian and Co. Not heard from you in a while. Have you all recovered from your MIR Death Experience? You can come out again …… it’s gone.
Beardy <peterb@rolt2000.fsnet.co.uk>
Cheshire - Tuesday, March 27, 2001 at 17:45:29 (EST)
hallo all
s-bunts
seaham, - Monday, March 26, 2001 at 16:11:29 (EST)
is any one having trouble on aol ceep getting disconnected please e mail me.
paul <paulwoodward2001@yahoo.com>
sunderland, uk seaham - Monday, March 26, 2001 at 04:44:59 (EST)
i see there is still loads of people signing the guest book just wanted to say hi to all the people of seaham se ya
stephen bunts <sbunts@yahoo.com>
seaham, durham uk - Sunday, March 25, 2001 at 21:08:43 (EST)
Happy Mothers Day everyone. Don't forget the flowers.
Sandman
Seaham, Co.Durham - Sunday, March 25, 2001 at 07:00:27 (EST)
Brian, even I liked that story - it made me laugh too! I am going to try to remember it so I can tell my friends - it is great! Where did you hear it from? Or is it one of your own? Hope you are well!
Jacqueline <mary markie@aol.com>
USA - Saturday, March 24, 2001 at 02:42:35 (EST)
Don't knock Manchester,I've been to Dawdon
Andy
Aberdeen, - Friday, March 23, 2001 at 17:41:56 (EST)
Great story Oz. we all nearly fell off the bloody boat laughing.Still keeping our 'San Miguel'eyes peeled for the 'BITER'
Tony approching the marina
International Thomas hunt area - Friday, March 23, 2001 at 17:40:30 (EST)
Brian, thanks for the little story it really made me laugh.
Lesley Roberts <: ladyboss67@yahoo.co.uk>
Phoenix, Arizona USA - Friday, March 23, 2001 at 10:56:25 (EST)
P Staines, You're about 35 years to late with that crack, its the story of my life! but I'm stuck with it my friend and the name has grown on me.
Richard Head <dickhead@yahoo.com>
Sunderland, UK - Friday, March 23, 2001 at 10:54:23 (EST)
Hi! folks,I'll try to inject some humour into the guestbook ,in your cold lives, and the country's trying times,with an item in our local newsletter. Subject : What happens if the E-Mail address is incorrect??? The following ~~~~~ After being nearly snowbound for two weeks last winter, a Seattle man departed for his vacation at Miami Beach, where he was to meet his wife the next day at the conclusion of her business trip tp Minneapolis. They were looking forward to pleasant weather and a nice time together. Unfortunately, there was some sort of mix up at the boarding gate, and the man was told he would have to wait for a later flight. He tried to appeal to a supervisor but was told the Airline was not responsible for the problem and it would do no good to complain. Upon arrival at the hotel the next day he discovered that Miami Beach was having a heat wave, and it's weather was almost uncomfortably hot as Seattle's was cold. The desk clerk gave him a message that his wife would arrive as planned. He could hardly wait to get to the pool to cool off, and quickly sent his wife an E-mail, but due to his haste he made an error in the address. His message therefore arrived at the home of an elderly preacher's wife whose even older husband has died only the day before. When the grieving widow opened her E-mail, she took one look at the monitor, let out a scream and fell to the floor dead. Her family rushed to her room where they saw this message on the screen: Dearest wife, departed yesterday, as you know. Just now got checked in. Some confusion at the gate. Appeal was denied, Received conformation of your arrival tomorrow. Your loving husband. P.S. Things are not as we thought. You're going to be surprised at how hot it is down here. Have a good day , Regards Oz-Brian
Oz-Brian <balhaven@iprimus.com.au>
South Australia - Friday, March 23, 2001 at 07:56:54 (EST)
To "Old Aquaintance" Hi, my parents will be visiting me this coming Tuesday 27th March for a week. I am very happy indeed! I can hardly wait! Yes, my sister did remarry. She is very happy and has been married for 10 years. She has three boys,(All to he r wonderful 2nd husband - he is really nice indeed.) ages 10, 5 and 4 I think those are their ages - around those ages. I keep in touch with a few people via Christmas cards and Easter cards. Andrea Spurr, Amanda Philips(now Hemmings) Lesley Knight (now W ebster) Deborah Macdonald and AnneMarie Swan. Though, I never receive cards from them, except from AnneMarie; and Gayle Mason and I e-mail each other. Also, I e-mail Victoria Macabe now and then. I do hear about different ones from school etc... through t he internet (Guest-Book!) and every now and then my mom or sister will tell me they saw someone or another I use to know..........................I would like to know who you are - you can e-mail me if you wish. (MaryMa! rkie@aol.com)I hope you are well. GOd Bless, your old school friend, Jacqueline.
jacqueline <marymarkie@aol.com>
USA - Friday, March 23, 2001 at 03:24:06 (EST)
Dont knock Seaham, I have been to Manchester!!!!! OHHH MY GODDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! STOP THE WORLD I WANT TO GET OFF!!!!!!!!!!!!
R Black
Seaham, - Thursday, March 22, 2001 at 19:39:55 (EST)
Jacqueline-did your parents have a good time visiting you in America? Glad your sister is doing well-did she remarry? Who do you keep in touch with from school (if anyone!)
old acquaintance
Seaham, - Thursday, March 22, 2001 at 19:38:05 (EST)
Hi, don't know if you've gone yet Colin, but I hope you and your family have a great holiday, I got some photos from my sister who paid a visit to Seaham 3 weeks ago, the beach looks great and very clean. I would love to go back and see the changes, yo u will have to let me know what it is like for you, how many years since you were back? J.M. Happy belated birthday, hope you had a good one. Hi to everyone on the guest book.
Joan
Canada - Thursday, March 22, 2001 at 19:36:11 (EST)
First look on guest book, been to Seaham few times, and i have to say it's the most culturally enlightening place i have ever been to, the arts, it famed gastronomic outlets, it's gentile towns people, i just find it the most delightful, cultural, spi ritual and aesthtically pleasing place i have ever had pleasure to experience ,that is having been all over the world, Boston vs Seaham, Boston blown out the water everytime................................................................................................................ The only thing that spoils this site are detractors who have yet to taste the full blown delights of LCL super strength and view this wonderous place through the Federation Breweries most famous product's goggles. So Miss M come back to the glorious wind swept utopia that is Seaham, consume a glass of the finest LCL money can buy and you too will forget conventional religion as Seaham in it's new form will become a religion unto it's self and you will bond forever with it's faithful disciples that are Mr Madheed amd Knee Pad and conflict will be no more. Ahmen
: armiek=arenightm
Mars - Thursday, March 22, 2001 at 11:06:04 (EST)
Whatever's happened to M/s Markie and that Thomas feller? Have they been frightened off the Guest/Book or cat got their tongues?
Seaham Resident
Seaham, - Thursday, March 22, 2001 at 11:03:50 (EST)
To Jacqueline Armes, Happy Birthday! Do not ask me how I remember it is your Birthday - but I do! Amazing! Though, I remember a lot of people's Birthdays. I have a great memory for that - it is a shame my sense of direction was not as good. Anyway, hop e you are having a great ? Birthday. I will not say how old you are - though I am guessing you are around 2 - 3 years older than John; and he is two almost three years older than myself. Anyway, HAPPY BIRTHDAY! God Bless from an old "Family Friend!" Jacqu eline.
Jacqueline <mary markie@aol.com>
USA - Thursday, March 22, 2001 at 11:02:27 (EST)
: Richard Head! What sort of name is that? Bet your friends call you Dick..... Get yersel a hat bonny lad and cover yersel up!
P Staines
Seaham, - Thursday, March 22, 2001 at 11:00:13 (EST)
Very interesting and informative Guest-book, certain corresspondents however seem to have a lot to say.
Richard Head
Sunderland, T/W UK - Wednesday, March 21, 2001 at 15:13:21 (EST)
my thanks to all who offered help with road map very good results,Ileft seaham in1938 i think i would get lost now on ce again thanks for your help,LES
L. Price <A337audi@aol.com>
Biggleswade, Beds UK - Wednesday, March 21, 2001 at 06:37:11 (EST)
ms, markie, glad your staying in u.s.a. a nation that wears nike and tommy hilfigger gear deserves you. my gear comes from ethel austin, not cambodia made by a 9 year old. although good old george minge , sorry i meant bush will put a stop to that
macavity
- Tuesday, March 20, 2001 at 17:22:49 (EST)
To Kneepads in the long grass-Come on old chappie ,we are getting a bit hard for subject matter,What...
Tony from Spain
Gods - Tuesday, March 20, 2001 at 17:21:20 (EST)
Jacqueline, wise up, don’t get wound up. For someone so educated and well travelled you are very predictable. If you were a fish you would get caught every day. Life does not have to be too serious. The best way of dealing with your fishermen friends f rom the docks is not to rise to the bait. Smile and have a nice day. Luv xxx
Beardy <: peterb@rolt2000.fsnet.co.uk>
- Tuesday, March 20, 2001 at 17:19:42 (EST)
Jackie my dear, how does it feel now the shoe is on the other foot? - I am obviously getting on your nerves just like you get on everyones bloody nerves on the guestbook. Lighten up little girl. God bless!!
Knee pads in the long grass
London, - Tuesday, March 20, 2001 at 15:21:59 (EST)
Would someone tell me what is happening about a proposed icerink in seaham if there is us peps from sunderland will use it because crowtree will not be reopened as far as we have been told
safcrule <safcrule@postmaster.co.uk>
Sunderland UK - Tuesday, March 20, 2001 at 09:20:44 (EST)
As an Ex Seaham Woman now married to a Welshman I along with my spouse took offence at the ramblings of MS Robinson and wish to point out to Mr Johnson that the Welsh are not whingers but are a nation of hard working and talented individuals who like m yself contribute significantly to the British economy. The majority of the Welsh people have a great sence of humour and are able to laugh at themselves but in the case of MS Robinson it was purely a malicious racial comment.
safrule <safcrule@postmaster.co.uk>
Sunderland, Tyne and Wear UK - Tuesday, March 20, 2001 at 09:18:34 (EST)
The nack canteen had the worst spuds in the National Coal Board
joe
- Monday, March 19, 2001 at 18:34:21 (EST)
: To "knee Pad in Long Grass" I take such an offense at your ignorant remarks. Where the heck you get that I was fat is beyond me! You know to this day, I am 32 years old today, I actually weigh 8 stone and 6 pounds. I am very proportioned for my heigh t of 5 feet 3 inches tall. I work out/swim and run 3-5 miles 3 -4 times per week. I eat only healthy food - very rarely do I eat Pizza's, chocolate and red meat. I do not know who you are, you are obviously a coward as you do not even reveal your real nam e. However, you are probably not someone I wish to communicate with, so please go and bug someone else and get a life!
jacqueline <mary markie@aol.com>
USA - Monday, March 19, 2001 at 18:33:05 (EST)
: I knew Jacqueline when she was at school and you are all wrong she was never FAT she was always very slim and slight.
Anon
- Monday, March 19, 2001 at 18:31:04 (EST)
Leave the fence Jackie, you could have more fun in the shed.
Samatha Greaves <sg@hm.com>
- Monday, March 19, 2001 at 18:30:00 (EST)
Ms. Markie - you mention you did not date until you were 19 and a half - surely you must mean STONES and not your age and I am sure a lot of people would just love to know where they can obtain an adjustable nose. God bless.
Knee pads in the long grass
London, - Monday, March 19, 2001 at 14:00:46 (EST)
Ms. Markie - you mention you did not date until you were 19 and a half - surely you must mean STONES and not your age and I am sure a lot of people would just love to know where they can obtain an ajustable nose. God bless.
Knee pads in the long grass
London, - Monday, March 19, 2001 at 14:00:20 (EST)
: I really take offense to the comments from: "Macavity" and "Knee Pads In The Long Grass." I was NEVER FAT! and I am still NOT FAT! I think you may be thinking of another Jacqueline. I actually remember one Jacqueline in my year who was a little on th e heavier side. Also, she was a little more "rough and tumble" so to speak. Maybe you are talking about her. I was always thin and was called such names as "Rattle Ribs" "Tin Ribs" "Skinny Minnie" etc... as well as "Concord" When I was younger I was so th in as was my face that my nose looked too long for my face. Though, Thank God! I have filled out a little now I am older and my nose adjusts very attractively to my face. Actually, I am more attractive now, than when I was younger - (Thank you to God!) Al so, I NEVER hung out at the Docks! I was pretty much a quiet girl - though, for whatever reason always seemed to get myself into trouble at school and with people! I was in the Church Choir, in the Brownies and Girl Guide! s and was a member of the Seaham Ametures. I am telling you, you have the wrong young woman you are thinking of. Besides, I did not date until I was 19 and a half when I went away to work in Germany. So you see, you are completely wrong! and I take offens e at your remarks. Though, I realize half or most of the "guest-book" enteries are written all with "good fun!" and "Humor" However, some enteries can really be hurtful; even if you don't mean for them to be. Anyway, take care and God Bless. Your "guest-b ook" friend, Jacqueline Markie.
Jacqueline <Mary Markie@aol.com>
USA - Monday, March 19, 2001 at 03:54:31 (EST)
ms, markie i remember you, you left seaham because you were caught in bed with next doors garden shed
mcavity
- Sunday, March 18, 2001 at 19:06:33 (EST)
Jacqueline; May-be one day but not to day May the Good Lord smile upon you***
Julie
- Sunday, March 18, 2001 at 18:30:45 (EST)
Don't worry 'as a young man I was taught to be cautious',have you heard he's coming down here into Spanish waters,God forbid...
tony from spain
espania - Sunday, March 18, 2001 at 18:29:45 (EST)
Jackie, Jackie, Jackie - I have just worked out who you are. Yes, you are the Jackie that used to hang around the docks on a Friday night waiting for the boats to come in and I have to say that you ARE a large girl and have never been skinny. How can y ou say you have never heard of LCL - we sank a few around the harbour together.
Knee pads in the long grass
London, - Sunday, March 18, 2001 at 15:59:21 (EST)
To Shocked, you are right.in your last entry about Slim etc. Welcome back.
Sal
Seaham, Uk - Sunday, March 18, 2001 at 14:04:09 (EST)
: An Interesting Observation: It was clearly noticable that quite a few members of the guest-book had made complaints about me when I was using the guest-book more frequently thna should have a few weeks/months ago. Even though I was not using offensiv e language or being insulting to individuals. I was merely being annoying to some, only because of my expressive opinions. However, I have noticed not one person has complained about "Mr. Slim" who continues to write in almost an "Island" language - perha ps, "ebonics" (African/American language)and is completely insulting not only people but the town of Seaham. I ask you - now where is your loyalty to Seaham? My word! You had plenty to say to me! and certainly put me in my place! But here, here! Along com es "Slim" and he can "Rap" away at insulting people and the town and no-one says a thing! I am amazed!
Shocked <mm>
USA - Sunday, March 18, 2001 at 14:02:00 (EST)
: to get street map of seaham www.streetmap.co.uk seaham is on there somwhere
mad max
- Sunday, March 18, 2001 at 13:59:37 (EST)
: Nice one Isacc, you suckered Thomas good and proper that time, and he "thinks you could be right there" written by his own hand,
News Review <The Sunday Chimes>
- Sunday, March 18, 2001 at 13:58:33 (EST)
: Happy St Patrick's day [for yesterday], got mashed down the local due to Guinness being £1.00 a pint. I have a serious hangover... Pricey, if you read this or if anybody who knows Paul tell him, I'll see you in Dublin next weekend for the non-rugby match...
joe <joemacveigh@netscapeonline.co.uk>
- Sunday, March 18, 2001 at 13:57:08 (EST)
Tony - Thomas said he wouldn't be interested in you unless your name ended with an "i". You of course that he has an exposed japs eye, and as the saying goes, "an eye for an eye" I'd be a little cautious if I were you.
Cautious <Veery cautious>
- Sunday, March 18, 2001 at 13:54:50 (EST)
TO L. PRICE. Go to upmystreet.com then put in the Seaham post code (start with SR7 then any 3 others eg. 4BD) and you will get the next best thing for free on your PC. If you want greater detail than this you'll have to get somone to purchase locally f or you and send it on. Hope this helps.
Helper
Seaham, - Sunday, March 18, 2001 at 13:53:03 (EST)
Early tomorrow I am leaving for 10 wonderful days in Teneriffe, before I leave however I would like to wish Jacqueline a very happy Birthday, have a great day tomorrow Jacqueline, I will certainly miss reading your missives but will "catch up" on my re turn, Happy Bithday and God Bless
Thomas Johnson <Ex Seaham>
UK - Sunday, March 18, 2001 at 13:51:11 (EST)
I think the followingis very apt and much to the point: The Man cried out "God speak to me" and a Bird sang, but the Man did not hear! So the Man yelled "God speak to me" and the thunder rolled across the sky but the Man still did not listen. So the Man said "God let me see you" and a Star was born and shone brightly but the Man did not notice. So the Man shouted "God show me a miracle" and a Baby was born, but the Man did not know. So the Man cried out "God let me know you are there" whereupon God reached down and touched the Man, but the Man brushed away the Butterfly and walked on. The moral of the story is, don't miss out on a blessing because it is not "packaged" the way you think it should be, remember that God is everywhere, God bless all on this Holy Sabbath
Thomas Johnson
Ex Seaham, - Sunday, March 18, 2001 at 13:49:17 (EST)
TO MR PEE CATCHING SLIM DA MAIN MAN IN DA HOUSE.FOGGINS IN DA BUS SOP DONT EVEN BORROW FAGS NEVER MIND A MAP.ANYWAY IT AINT GOT DALTON TURF ON IT.SO IT WILL BE NO WICKED.DA TURF DRAWA DA GEEZA WHO ERBAL REMEDYS DA MAPS WOULDENT LET IT RIP DA PLACE NO D ISRESPECT TO DA DOLTON CREWBIT DATS WOT HE SIAD.DA WICKEDEST PLACE TO CHECK A MAP IS DA MAP SHOP.WELL GOT TO GO NOW IAM ALMOST AT DA ERBAL REMEDY SHOP.(RESPECT)
DA MAIN MAN SLIM
DA REAL SEAHAM HARBOUR, - Sunday, March 18, 2001 at 11:44:56 (EST)
Randy, The only humping going on in the Dale is to do with the shaking-up of Motorists passing through the place, as all the snooty residents are old and decrepid thers not much "humping" going on at all
dick tracy
- Sunday, March 18, 2001 at 06:55:13 (EST)
Tony from Spain, Missing you? can't remember having you and I wouldn't be interested unless your name ended with an "i". Do enjoy reading your banter tho. good luck from
Thomas Johnson
UK - Sunday, March 18, 2001 at 06:54:03 (EST)
: To L Price in Biggleswade. For the street Map you referred to. Try Foggins, The Bus Stop, Seaham Co Durham. They might have one.
P Catching
Seaham, - Sunday, March 18, 2001 at 06:52:49 (EST)
Thomas, if you haven't figured out what I meant by the "pen name" I used, then you are not what I thought you were, or you would have worked it out immediately. Not to worry.
Brian Orwell Arthur Zuccini
Seaham, - Sunday, March 18, 2001 at 06:51:08 (EST)
I wonder if anyone can tell me where i can purchase a street map of seaham,have tried down south,no luck.would be much obliged for any info yous sincerly LESl
L. Price <A337audi@aol.com>
Biggleswade, Beds - Saturday, March 17, 2001 at 17:57:36 (EST)
What's the matter Thomas,are you missing me?
Tony from Spain
Spain - Saturday, March 17, 2001 at 17:55:50 (EST)
I'd like some more information on humping in Dalton le Dale please. Can anyone help?
Randy <Randy@ao;.co.uk>
Crewe - Saturday, March 17, 2001 at 17:54:43 (EST)
: Issac Hunt, You could be right my friend, will have to check more carefully in future, regards
Thomas Johnson <Ex Seaham>
- Saturday, March 17, 2001 at 17:53:15 (EST)
TO ALL GUESTBOOKERS, ALL ENTRIES WHICH WERE HELD UP DUE TO A PROBLEM WITH THE SERVER ARE NOW (HOPEFULLY) ENTERED.
Sadie <sadie@daltonet.com>
Seaham, Co Durham UK - Saturday, March 17, 2001 at 12:11:22 (EST)
: Thomas. I am no great cricket fanatic. Footie is more my scene but I thought the Aussies were actually coming over here this summer and they were to give us a pasting.
Issac Hunt
- Saturday, March 17, 2001 at 12:08:48 (EST)
: Well, well, Mr Oz Brian. You hit the nail neatly when you talk about "the rules of cricket that applied at the time". My point is that leg theory should now be returned to the game with the death of the man for whom it was suspended. I have nothing a gainst Mr Bradman though it's sad to see a game modified to suit the weakness of one player. Given your rabid pro Australianism I take it you're an immigrant to the place. I wonder whether you could explain to me why it is that bowlers who skittle out Aus tralian batsmen are quickly accused of 'chucking'? Perhaps it's just coincidence..
The Skipper <batsman@wicket.com>
Cheltenham - Saturday, March 17, 2001 at 12:07:23 (EST)
Jacquiline, Can Men & the Fairer sex just be Platonic type friends? My dear that will take a lot of thinking about! Its even harder than asking can the Israili's and Arab's kiss and make up? Will get back to you on that one, by the way my comment of 15th Feb. was a joke I heard at my local Club!
Thomas Johnson
Ex Seaham - Saturday, March 17, 2001 at 12:05:14 (EST)
: Nice response to Skipper Brian (on the infamous "body-line" bowling)but I nevertheless thought you were wasting your words to some extent.I mean, what would a Pom know about cricket? Or rugby? Or tennis? (unless the Pom is a Canadian of course).Or an y sport played internationally? The main sporting achievement is football hooliganism, at which, by world standards, they excel, but sadly (you guessed it) not at the game.Sad, but true!
Colin <nobby@paradise.net.nz>
- Saturday, March 17, 2001 at 12:01:53 (EST)
Tony from Spain,You say that "this may be the last contribution" you make to the Guest book! I hope you're not jusy saying that to make us all feel good, I think you are another "weakest link" Mate
Thomas Johnson
Ex Seaham - Saturday, March 17, 2001 at 12:00:10 (EST)
So the Welsh are taking offence at the "ramblings of a certain T.V. presenter! Shame on them, will they (the Welsh) never learn to take a joke or mild wind-up without shouting Racist? It is the same with the Scottish and to a lesser extent the Irish. They are quick to condemn, without reading between the lines and having a good laugh at themselves. Is it only us English who can take a joke in the U.K.? I think its time for us English to "cut loose" from the U.K and go it alone,lets stop subsidising the Welsh, Scotish and Irish to the tune of Billions of ££££ eah year, they certainly dont appreciate the sacrifices we make on their behalf, lets start talk ing about independance for the English and cut loose those humourless moaning W. I. & Ss What do other English People think? The savings we make could be spent on lots of things like a reduction in Taxes more Hospitals for England, there would still be a place for any foreigner who wanted to come here to work and pay their way, but lets cut loose from the whingers!
Thomas Johnson <Ex Seaham >
UK - Saturday, March 17, 2001 at 11:54:55 (EST)
How about some positive thinking on these le-Dale humps? They have the potential to become a local attraction. With a bit of slick marketing, and the addition of a few stalls along the side of the road selling plastic models of the humps, and baseball caps with "I Humped Seaham" on them.Pretty soon you could get a Euro Grant for new business ventures, then you could franchise the humps to Murton and Ryhope, and maybe even Peterlee, though they are a bit slow to accept new technology up there.There woul d a decrease in unemployment due to the need to provide traffic wardens, or "Hump Controllers".What an opportunity!
nobby <nobby@paradise.net.nz>
- Saturday, March 17, 2001 at 11:52:54 (EST)
Sitting on the outside looking in as I am, I suspect there is more to these humps than meets the eye (or shock-absorber)and there-in lies the clue. Could it be that whoever installed the humps was given a back-hander by the garage selling new shocks? P erhaps an expose` letter to the Editor of the Sun could throw open Page 3 to some Seaham humps? They could then be marketed as a tourist attraction!Stalls could be set up all along Dalton-le-Dale road selling plastic replicas of the humps, and baseball ca ps with "I humped Seaham" on them.
Colin <nobby@paradise.net.nz>
- Saturday, March 17, 2001 at 11:51:25 (EST)
HAIRYCHEST Well said that man, I remember the accident you refer to, didn't it take out a section of fence where the relatives place flowers annually in remembrance. ALSO were they not Seaham folk who were killed on their way to an early shift at a Pe terlee factory. If you think about it, gritting Dalton-le-Dale roads benefits those who pass through the village more than the people living in it, obviously, they use more of the road. That's enough from me, by the way I assume you're male - hairychest a n' all that!
Daler
- Saturday, March 17, 2001 at 11:49:55 (EST)
Oh Mr Jolly. Taking the intellectual line eh? I can see I'm not a match for you when it comes to clever repartee. Getting back to your earlier point about local councillors - how about it? It's easy, you speak up with your real name, you stand for elec tion and then, if you're chosen, you work hard for your community whilst being insulted by all the lazy people of the town. Now, you could do that couldn't you? I'm sure you're not a bit frightened of hard work and a few half witted insults. Come on out o f your closet Mr Jolly - let's see what you're made of.
P Catching
Seaham, - Saturday, March 17, 2001 at 11:47:51 (EST)
I am a teacher at Westlea Primary School and we are currently on-line looking at your website. Hopefully in the summer term class 4, 28 year 2 children will be visiting Seaham Coastal Centre as part of their geography work. If you have any information you could send us prior to our visit, we would be extremely grateful. Yours sincerely,
Westlea Children
Seaham, - Saturday, March 17, 2001 at 11:46:02 (EST)
: Hello Mr Jolly,Brill letter on 4th March couldnt agree with you more.As for you Catching put your name to good use and go Catching the rats in the Daltonite beck.Oh sorry I forgot to introduce myself Dicks the name Dick Tracy.
Dick Tracy
Seaham, England - Saturday, March 17, 2001 at 11:44:30 (EST)
Brian Orwell Arthur Zuccini, I dont understand your criticism of 5th March? Are you responding to one of my letters or a forgery put down to me?
Thomas Johnson
Ex Seaham, UK - Saturday, March 17, 2001 at 11:36:24 (EST)
Stop Press, What a great win for the England Cricket Team against the Sri Lankans, it was a hard fought game, but we prevailed in the end. It augers well for our Summer tour down in the Colonies, when our Australian friends will have a real battle on their hands! Look out Oz Brian & Co the Mother Country is coming to tan your hides.
Thomas Johnson <Ex-Seaham>
UK - Saturday, March 17, 2001 at 08:44:53 (EST)
I have a message from beyond the grave for Mary of North America from someone calling themselves Tess or Terrie. " A hard man is good to find"
Mistic Mug <misty@playforme.com>
Seaham, Durham UK - Saturday, March 17, 2001 at 07:40:37 (EST)
Julie, Why is it that you will not tell me who you are? I am curious! You can, if you wish e-mail me who you are, then no-one else on the guest-book will know your full identity. I will not tell them. But, I would like to know what your full name was i n school. Then, again, I can put a face to the name. Take Care!
Jacqueline <Mary Markie@aol.com>
USA - Friday, March 16, 2001 at 22:57:21 (EST)
peter regan glad you liked damiens photo with a dandelion behind his ear.
damiens nan
seaham, - Friday, March 16, 2001 at 20:27:32 (EST)
I think it is time for John Armes to come clean and admit he is one Mr Madheed, come on John it was a good laugh while it lasted, I also know you from way back, we used to have many a good laugh tog. time to come clean.
Dick Tracy <d.tracy@yesteryear.com>
- Friday, March 16, 2001 at 17:39:07 (EST)
Beardy: Thanks for your comment on the 16th Take care
Julie
- Friday, March 16, 2001 at 17:26:18 (EST)
To "John Armes" If you happen to get this message - which you may well indeed - if you visit the guest-book. Anyway, aI have just remembered it is your sister, Jacqueline's Birthday on March 21st (two days after mine!) Please tell her, that your long t ime "family friend!" Miss Katherine Mary Markie (Jacqueline.)Sends her Best Wishes and a Happy Birthday! Hope you are well. I tried to e-mail you, but oh! Poof! your e-mail address would not work. So I just gave up. Take Care and God Bless!
Jacqueline
- Friday, March 16, 2001 at 17:20:23 (EST)
Jacqueline I am happy and well i now live in Australia and its a great county,But england will always be my home, May God smile upon you
Julie
- Friday, March 16, 2001 at 17:15:03 (EST)
I think this website and the guest book are brilliant. And the picture of Damian with a dandelion behind his lug is now in my PCs wallpaper. I shouldnt say it, because it might start an infestation of Seaham, but I travelled 25 miles from Crawcrook to give my Jack Russell dog a decent stretch of his legs on the beach, now that you cant take the dog anywhere for the Foot and Mouth. I've always liked Seaham and dawdon, and its clear to me that the cyber residents are people with life and soul. And what a nice argumentative guest book. If somebody wants a point of view, ABOLISH ALL SCHOOLS!! All the best, Peter
Peter Regan <peter.regan1@btinternet.com>
Crawcrook, Tyne & Wear UK - Friday, March 16, 2001 at 16:19:40 (EST)
Julie. I think your second message on the 15th should have started – Jacqueline I have set you up. Luv xxx
Beardy <peterb@rolt2000.fsnet.co.uk>
Cheshire - Friday, March 16, 2001 at 14:37:51 (EST)
Dear Julie and Jacqueline, may the Lord bless you both and may you go forth and multiply.
Frank
- Thursday, March 15, 2001 at 23:49:41 (CST)
I think Julie is right. It would be good for Jacqueline to go to a developing country and take up a missionary position.
Frank
Canada - Thursday, March 15, 2001 at 23:36:12 (CST)
Dear "Julie" I think that was the kindest comment you have made toward me - Thank you! If it is that you are off to "Sunny" Seaham for your holidays to visit family and friends; then where is it that you are? And please, what is your last name? I am te lling you I just do not know who you are. I mean I remember a few Julie's: Julie High, Julie Lennon, Julie Robinson(Or was it Robertson - not sure!)I think there was a Julie who use to hang out with Tracy Pigg and Gwen Oliver. Otherwise, I do not remember any other Julie's! I would like to know who you are so I can put a face to your name. Whatever you are doing - I hope you are happy and well. You can e-mail me if you wish.
Jacqueline <Mary Markie@aol.com>
USA - Thursday, March 15, 2001 at 21:06:35 (CST)
Jacqueline: I seem to have up-set you, For that i am sorry I did not intend too. As for my hatefull comments I didnt think they were. I do not need to go to the slums in any areaas i have seen the real world and there is good and bad in it. As for you r offer (sorry) Im off home to sunny seaham for my summer holidays to vist family and friends, maybe next year as i do intend to visit again the country in which you live in. May God be with you.JULIE
Julie
- Thursday, March 15, 2001 at 19:22:27 (CST)
To "Julie" If you cannot use your full name (first and last) without making your nasty, hateful comments to me on this guest-book - where you are making yourself look like a pretty petty baby! Then, do yourself a favor, and keep your hateful comments t o yourself. Believe me, I know what the real world is - I have not just lived in Seaham Harbour all my life. You just need to come to the slum areas of Chicago and then you see the real world. That is not even a third of what a tragic mess our world is in . I have not just lived in Chicago, you know. I went to University in Pennsylvania, worked in Virginia - about 1 hr away from Washington D.C. I worked in Missouri and Texas. Also have been to 31 states as well as lived in Germany and Switzerland.... and t ravelled to other countries within and around Europe, Africa and Canada. I know what the real world consists of. It consists of trying to be nice to all people, wheather they annoy you or not - still be kind to them. The real world also consists of unders tanding a multitude of personalities and working along side by side with all kinds of people from all ethnic, social economical backgrounds - without passing judgement. Julie, I suggest, and I will pay for your flight, in the summer for you to come out an d visit with me. I think then, you will have a much more positive prespective of "who I am" I am not who I was in school. My old college friend, from Durham came last year and she was quite surprised with how I live my life and how "down-to-earth" I actua lly am. Now if you have nothing nice to say to me, then please ignore my enteries and keep your comments to yourself. Have a good day and I wish you the best. Your friend, Jacqueline.
Jacqueline <Mary Markie@aol.com>
USA - Thursday, March 15, 2001 at 18:35:06 (CST)
Jacqueline "Why don't you get a life ? Or better still go to a developing country, and see what life is all about I'm sure you will come away with a better understanding of people and of your-self.May. May be then you can look back on the guest book a nd see just how big headed you were.May god be with you.
Julie
- Thursday, March 15, 2001 at 17:44:03 (CST)
HELP Will someone email this address and tell tommo it's for real and ask him to meet the Stirer (only one r it's my trademark you see) in the chat room?
notthomasjohnson@hotmail.com <notthomasjohnson@hotmail.com>
- Thursday, March 15, 2001 at 15:58:14 (CST)
So Tommo, you have been "thinging". I always knew you couldn't thing - oops sorry - think.
NTS <Just a Boy>
- Thursday, March 15, 2001 at 15:45:10 (CST)
So who is the bogus Dick Tracy from the real Dick Tracy you peace of shit.Use your own handle.
The Real Dick Tracy
Seaham England, - Thursday, March 15, 2001 at 15:31:23 (CST)
HI DUDES SOMETHING PAST MY LUGHOLES TODAY A NEW SAYING (RED SKY AT NIGHT LIVESTOCK ALITE)HA HA HA.ANYWAY DICK TRACY COOL NAME MAN A JOKE FOR YA MAN WHAT DOES YA GET IF LIE ALL THE WOMEN IN DALTON LE DALE END TO END 300 TIT RAMPS}HA HA HA .GOOD MAN EH.D ICK MY MAIN MAN HOWZ YA DOING MAN GIVES ME FIVE MAN. ANY WAYS MAN GOT TO GO NOW IAM NEARLY AT THE BRIGE
SLIM
THE REAL SEAHAM HARBOUR, - Thursday, March 15, 2001 at 13:22:47 (CST)
Miss Markie L.C.L is a very strong larger made at Gateshead.
DR Giggles <Dawdon>
- Thursday, March 15, 2001 at 12:16:15 (CST)
If all the Women in Dalton-le-Dale were laid end to end, so what, who cares?
Dick Tracy <Seaham England>
- Thursday, March 15, 2001 at 09:30:31 (EST)
Jacqueline, LCL is a type of inferior Lager I am lead to understand! I much prefer a Pint of traditional English beer I have a suggestion I have been thinging about for some time, to put to the Guest-Book I'll give details later, God bless and good luck
Thomas Johnson <Ex-Seaham>
UK - Thursday, March 15, 2001 at 07:03:00 (EST)
If all the girls in Seaham were laid end to end................I wouldn't be a bit surprised
P Staines <PS@.com>
Ryhope, - Thursday, March 15, 2001 at 05:03:21 (EST)
Wad some pow'r the giftie gie us, t' see oorsel's as others see us.
Frank
Manitoba Canada - Thursday, March 15, 2001 at 03:00:58 (EST)
Alav & P.Catching,Thanks for the music sites...
joe <joemacveigh@netscapeonline.co.uk>
- Thursday, March 15, 2001 at 02:40:41 (EST)
i love to read the guestbook i find it quite interesting BUT i get so bored reading some of the entries.miss markie needs to sit back a while just so we can get newcomers on site.
anon
seaham, durham england - Wednesday, March 14, 2001 at 22:08:26 (EST)
markie markie markie please give the townfolk of this less than perfect place for you back. you have no fond memories of seaham so why do you insist on returning through our guestbook.seaham is a great place and you of all people should know as you wou ld not be where you are today if you got your education elsewhere
seaham girl through and through <seaham>
seaham, england - Wednesday, March 14, 2001 at 21:57:56 (EST)
You know since I have lived in the USA for the past 10 years - though I go out with friends to different Irish pubs and have, in my college days over here gone to some nightclubs in Georgetown. However, I really don't drink - very rarely do I have an a lcohol drink. Therefore, I have been curious for a long time as to what "Mr.Madheed" talks about when he says he is off to the Mill-Inn for a "LCL." What the heck is an "LCL?" I mean, I just must live on cloud nine at times, either that or am I so behind the times and naive?! But someone tell me what is a "LCL"?
jacqueline <mary markie@aol.com>
USA - Wednesday, March 14, 2001 at 19:45:46 (EST)
Dick Tracy Wrong again Mr Madheed is J.A.(confirmed)
Thomas Johnson <Ex-Seaham>
- Wednesday, March 14, 2001 at 16:36:48 (EST)
Mr Jolly, The only thing you have going for you is that you are "not a Daler" To suggest that I am Mad Max is the rambling of a Maniac, Suggest you grow up I could suggest that you were "the stirrer" but you cant be cos I think the stirrer has some sort of Brain
Thomas Johnson <Ex-Seaham>
UK - Wednesday, March 14, 2001 at 15:40:15 (EST)
TJ/MM,JM/MM,You are the same people why because all you both do is stick up for each other,come out youre blocked.
Dick Tracy
Seaham, England - Wednesday, March 14, 2001 at 15:36:55 (EST)
COOL SLIM,YOURE COOL MAN,BUT MR MADHEEEED I DONT THINK U R COOL Y U ASK YOURSELF?HA ITS COS U DRINK L.C.L LOW CALORIE LARGER U GIRLY,TRY A COOOOL DRINK BUD ICE HA!HA!HA!
MR FREEZE
ICE COUNTY ICE LAND - Wednesday, March 14, 2001 at 15:19:29 (EST)
Hello Jaqueline, Mothers Day in England is Sunday 25th March.
Gill
- Wednesday, March 14, 2001 at 13:08:21 (EST)
i am looking for my brother melvin william mestre. He goes by the name will or willy. last seen in homer alaska in 1992. he has brown curly hair and brown eyes, about 5' 9" and olive skin. he is now 34 years old. if you know where he is PEASE e-mail me . willy - i have never given up hope and i miss you. i love you little brother. plese someone help me.
renee roccaforte (mestre) <robertrenee@webtv.net>
redwood city, california usa - Wednesday, March 14, 2001 at 00:02:02 (EST)
i am looking for my brother melvin william mestre. He goes by the name will or willy. last seen in homer alaska in 1992. he has brown curly hair and brown eyes, about 5' 9" and olive skin. he is now 34 years old. if you know where he is PEASE e-mail me . willy - i have never given up hope and i miss you. i love you little brother. plese someone help me.
renee roccaforte (mestre) <robertrenee@webtv.net>
redwood city, california usa - Wednesday, March 14, 2001 at 00:01:53 (EST)
i am looking for my brother melvin william mestre. He goes by the name will or willy. last seen in homer alaska in 1992. he has brown curly hair and brown eyes, about 5' 9" and olive skin. he is now 34 years old. if you know where he is PEASE e-mail me . willy - i have never given up hope and i miss you. i love you little brother. plese someone help me.
renee roccaforte (mestre) <robertrenee@webtv.net>
redwood city, california usa - Wednesday, March 14, 2001 at 00:01:44 (EST)
i am looking for my brother melvin william mestre. He goes by the name will or willy. last seen in homer alaska in 1992. he has brown curly hair and brown eyes, about 5' 9" and olive skin. he is now 34 years old. if you know where he is PEASE e-mail me . willy - i have never given up hope and i miss you. i love you little brother. plese someone help me.
renee roccaforte (mestre) <robertrenee@webtv.net>
redwood city, california usa - Wednesday, March 14, 2001 at 00:00:51 (EST)
Can anyone tell me when it is Mother's Day in England? In the USA Mother's Day is in May. I know Mother's Day in England is sometime in March. However, I never know the exact date. I hope I have not missed it. When I called home the other day neither o f my parents mentioned it. I usually send them flowers in May for Mother's Day, but do like to sent some kind of card/flowers for traditional English Mother's Day in March.
Jacqueline <Mary Markie@aol.com>
USA - Tuesday, March 13, 2001 at 20:40:00 (EST)
Joe. Forget all those dogdy music sites and go direct to the musicians at http://www.wink.ifrance.com it's the ONLY place to go.....
P Catching <pcatch@hotmail.com>
seaham, - Tuesday, March 13, 2001 at 17:44:35 (EST)
Joe, Gnotella is a good music site, also Bearshare. They both allow the download of not only music, but exe, zip, mpg, text files etc.etc.
Alan Dobson <dobsonja@hotmail.com>
Penzance, Cornwall - Tuesday, March 13, 2001 at 14:43:14 (EST)
MR FREEZE HIIII HOW YA DOING MAN PRITTY COOOL COMMENTS THE OTHER NIGHT NICE TO SEE SOME GOOD DUEDS ON HERE FOR A CHANGE ROCK ON MAN. WELL GOT TO GO NOW IAM ALMOST AT THE BRIGE
SLIM
THE REAL SEAHAM HARBOUR, - Tuesday, March 13, 2001 at 13:51:03 (EST)
Thomas Johnson or should i say MAD MAX come clean you waterbag tell the good people of Seaham who you realy are. And as for you MARKIE or should i say MAD MAXIEM swear on the holy Bible you are not her.Where do i get this from well your the only two people who like each other on this site.
Mr Jolly
Not A Daler, - Tuesday, March 13, 2001 at 13:43:55 (EST)
Hi, I would be intewrested to hear news of an old schoolfriend - Ray Stubbs. Best wishes, Ken Johnson
ken johnson <kendawdon@aol.com>
witney, oxfordshire england - Monday, March 12, 2001 at 20:16:02 (EST)
You People Who Claim You ARE TIRED OF ME - Well... If you were so tired of me, then STOP with all THE NASTY REMARKS against me. Also, STOP MENTIONING MY NAME in your entries. Think of something else worthwhile to talk about other than talking about Jac queline Markie! You are all, (those who continue to drag my name in the dirt)doing yourselves an injustice. You are making yourselves look like you are "petty" children! We are adults remember! For crying out loud! Stop with the hateful remarks and discus s something that is more important than my name.
Jacqueline <Mary Markie@aol.com>
USA - Monday, March 12, 2001 at 20:09:38 (EST)
To "Andrea" I work as a governess - I am not a nanny. I teach the children in their home. I do that so that I can earn a decent salary in order for me to continue with the work I truly love and that is working with the poor in the cities and at the cri sis centers. After all, if we are to help others, shouldn't we be able to help ourselves first? Nor, do I make the poor to be "saints." I just have a lot of compassion for the poor and for the mentally ill. Those are the one's who need the most help. I am fortunate; and my way of giving "thanks" to God and thanks to my parents for all their love and support is by helping others who are not as fortunate as myself. I am very happy with my work and what I do.
jacqueline <mary markie@aol.com>
USA - Monday, March 12, 2001 at 20:04:19 (EST)
A change of subject... Anybody know any free music sites now Napster's under threat. I'm still able to download at the moment but it wont be long before thats scuppered. If everybody is fed up of Ms.Markie just ignore her...is'nt that right Jackie pet.
joe <joemacveigh@netscapeonline.co.uk>
- Monday, March 12, 2001 at 18:51:32 (EST)
Ms Markie, If you are a graduate and qualified to teach why do you 'look after children in a private home? By that I presume you mean you are a nanny. And why do you think all the people in the homeless shelter are wonderful? I imagine they are a mi x like the rest of us. It sounds very condesending to make them all into saints. And no I didn't go to school with you.
Andrea <andrea@norwood.u-net.com>
- Monday, March 12, 2001 at 17:43:35 (EST)
Someone's been signing themselves "Seahamite". What's that mean then? Is it like a sodomite what likes the coastal reaches?
T Bone
(Of the Parkside Bones), - Monday, March 12, 2001 at 16:59:29 (EST)
P Catching,It all depends which bus you are on love.
Dick Tracy
Seaham, England - Monday, March 12, 2001 at 16:22:03 (EST)
WELL HI TO YOU ALL ,JUST FOUND THIS SITE,ITS COOL.MR FREEZE IS MY NAME MR JOLLY,SLIM I THINK YOUR REALLY COOL BUT WHO IS MAD MAXI BOY WHAT A DIV.STAY COOL EVERYONE.
MR FREEZE
ICE COUNTY, ICELAND - Monday, March 12, 2001 at 16:06:18 (EST)
Been away for a well-earned winter break. Just catching up on the guest book. I thought I may have returned to a Markie Free Zone, but no, the girl has gone absolutely raving Chitty Chatty Bang Bang bonkers. Jenny - you were right, it was me who entere d the stupid comment about the guest book being open to everybody. However, that was before that perverted prat left those offensive remarks about children. So your observation is correct, I have changed my mind about that. At the time I was a new reader of the guest book and I suppose I was also defending Ms. Markie's right to say what she thought. Guess what? I think I was wrong again. I am so bored with her stupid repetitive nonsense I am ready for another break. Do parrots really live for 32 years? L uv XXX
Beardy <peterb@rolt2000.fsnet.co.uk>
Cheshire - Monday, March 12, 2001 at 14:40:40 (EST)
What a wonderfully intelligent person you are Ms Markie. I can't get enough of your banter. You are such a Humanist and have a way with words that makes this Guest Book more interesting than most. I love the way you try to put people on the right tr ack, and endeavour to improve their morals. I love your country, I love the new President who is obviously almost as intelligent as yourself. Keep up the good work, keep us interested in this site, we can't wait for your next message. God bless you and keep you with us forever. Yor humble servant.
An out of my mind looney <Cloud Cuckoo Land>
Above, Above Above - Monday, March 12, 2001 at 14:30:51 (EST)
To "John Green" and others, I think some of you are purposely provoking and being very un-pleasant. First, I do not put people down. I have never put one person down on this guest-book, even when they are making rude and insulting remarks toward me and calling me "fat cow." (when I was indeed never fat to begin with. If they have a good memory they will know I was always so thin.) Yes, it is right that I write a lot when I make entries. However, my entries are never insulting toward any particular "one " individual or to people in general. Second, most of the time I am writing in response to the remarks people have made against me. Third, I usually write in regards to what I hear on the News - either political issues or, yes, religious issues. I think, some of you people cannot stand the fact that I have some pretty decent "come-backs" for your hatefulness - and you all wonder why I have never returned home to Seaham. Why would I want to? If people continue to give me hate messages and still hold hatefu l grudges from way back when in school about 15-20 years ago. If you all would stop mentioning my name in your messages, then I would not respond to you. I wish you all the best - Best Wishes!
Jacqueline <Mary Markie@aol.com>
USA - Monday, March 12, 2001 at 14:15:28 (EST)
Julie - Do you still, still have that terrible facial hair?
Increasingly Harry
Northlea, - Monday, March 12, 2001 at 12:17:12 (EST)
hi there, ive just found the seaham web page and i have a few questions: who is jackie? are you the person who manages the site?why do you put people down so much?
john <john_green_2000uk@yahoo.co.uk>
seaham, co.durham england - Monday, March 12, 2001 at 11:10:44 (EST)
Hi, I'm with Lucy, I also scroll over JM's messages, they all say the same old thing, I am not against anyone who loves their work, God, America, etc but do we have to have it shoved down our throats every time we come on the guest book.
Joan
- Monday, March 12, 2001 at 11:09:15 (EST)
Sorry I was so personal in that last entry, but the domination of the site by one person is beginning to get to me. There is something strange about emailing the guest book over and over again with the same information about where you live and what you r work is. Its as if we're not showing that we're impressed enough yet and its making me tired. Jacky we know where you live, that you do humanitarian work, that you consider yourself well travelled intelligent ditsy outspoken fit religous classy and ever ything else. You keep telling us the same things over and over again. We already know.
seahamite
- Monday, March 12, 2001 at 11:00:49 (EST)
Jacky, do you always mention your outspoken ditsy personality becuase secretly you know you dont have one?
Seahamite
- Monday, March 12, 2001 at 08:08:23 (EST)
Jacky, you said you like to listen to cultural music. What the hell kind of music couldn't be described as cultural?
Doc2000
- Monday, March 12, 2001 at 08:03:57 (EST)
Jacky, you said you like to listen to cultural music. What the hell kind of music couldn't be described as cultural?
Doc2000
- Monday, March 12, 2001 at 08:03:49 (EST)
Julie - do you still have that terrible facial hair?
Harry
Northlea, - Monday, March 12, 2001 at 07:11:32 (EST)
To "JULIE" If I really thought I was "somebody" don't you think that I would be using my Degree and teaching in a Private School. Instead, I have no desire to teach in a Private school with wealthy kids and teachers who have no idea about reality and t he "Real World" I prefer to work with the poor in the homeless shelters and at the crisis centers. I do, however, care for children in a private home so that I can earn a decent salary. Otherwise, I am actually very down-to-earth. I love working with all people - especially at the homeless shelter - they are great! If in the next few years I do not end up getting married, I would be very happy leaving America and going to Africa or other developing countries and doing missionary work. I think you need to get to know me on an adult level and forget about when we were teenagers - that was 15 - 20 years ago. I do not even remember who you are - but I wish you the best and hope you are well.
Jacqueline <mary markie@aol.com>
USA - Sunday, March 11, 2001 at 19:57:58 (EST)
Yes you may suggest that Jimmy, in fact go right ahead cobber (I know you love to be called that, I read it somewhere)
Arthur Mullard <Mullard@Seaham.co.uk>
- Sunday, March 11, 2001 at 18:29:26 (EST)
May I suggest you close down this boring guestbook and open in it's place a page for adults. R.I.P.
Jimmy Gilbert <jimmyg1@bigpond.com>
Balga, W/A Australia - Sunday, March 11, 2001 at 17:50:27 (EST)
Well Dick Tracy - a bit predictable reaching straight for the abuse like that, don't you think? So anyway pet. Which is is it? Dick........or Tracy?
P Catching
seaham, - Sunday, March 11, 2001 at 17:08:54 (EST)
Paul, the word you sought to spell was 'eejit' - funny that....
George
Sundeland, - Sunday, March 11, 2001 at 17:02:38 (EST)
Jacqueline As i remember you were picked on and bullied at school because you thought you were something then. Just goes to show some people never change.
Julie
- Sunday, March 11, 2001 at 16:22:47 (EST)
Dear fellow guests Re: Ms. Markie (Jackie! Jackie! Jackie!) - How does everybody feel about having a "whip round" to try and pay this bloody nuisance off? I personally would be prepared to give money to Comic Relief just as long as this woman stays off the guestbook. I don't know about other people, but when I see a long boring message I know it is from her and I just skip past it. Please Mr. Mason can you set a page up just for her - she can then happily converse with herself and probably spend many hours doing it!
Lucy
London, - Sunday, March 11, 2001 at 16:00:20 (EST)
Hello George, not evereyone is a bore or did you not like school owing to the fact you only had one brain cell and now lead a poor existance. Once an eediot always an eediot. Some of us like to reminisce.
paul
sunderland, tyne and wear england - Sunday, March 11, 2001 at 15:10:23 (EST)
You don't have to be an American citizen to claim anything, you just have to pat taxes. And what about that humility promise. My values are a little more realistic than yours of other people
amazed
- Sunday, March 11, 2001 at 14:37:10 (EST)
To "Amazed" Well I was quite shocked to hear from the English people at the Britannia Club who have lived in America for years (longer than I have) that they felt the American pension was a lot higher than the British pension. So, they became American Citizens so that they could get American benifits as they were better than the British benifits. Also, I do not even remember that "Julie" and she made such a horrible, nasty entry about me on the guest-book. (Which incidentially, is breaking the "guest-b ook" code of ethics!)If you can defend someone calling another "fat cow" which is insulting and demeaning, and then be annoyed at the other person for defending herself and trying very hard not to use abusive language or to be demeaning, then I should ask yourself to reflect on your own values. If you want to defend "Julie" then so be it! I could careless! But you have never heard me use abusive language on this guest-book or deliberately insult someone and provoke trouble. Nor will you ever! Also, I thin k my dad will have fun in the USA and enjoy going to church with me.
Jacqueline <Mary Markie@aol.com>
USA - Sunday, March 11, 2001 at 14:07:40 (EST)
Jacqueline haven't we been a busy typer in the one day I missed visiting the guestbook. I suggest instead of pitying a country you haven't even wanted to visit in 10 years you look closer to home. Did you know that 80% of all Americans who make it to a ge 65 live on social security alone, which is BELOW the poverty line. And, I doubt dear old George W will help, he's too busy trying to keep him and his vice-president sober. Also if your dad wanted to spend his holidays at church I doubt he would be spending all his hard earned money and travelling 3000 miles to a daughter who won't visit him. Extend your so called tolerance and let him be. Lastly remember that humility promise for Lent I think that went out of the window with the bragging of how better your life is to Julie and your ability to go to a spa whenever. As Shakespeare once said "The lady doth protest too much"
Amazed at Ms Markie's typing stamina
- Sunday, March 11, 2001 at 12:56:33 (EST)
Hello Mr Jolly,Brill letter on 4th March couldnt agree with you more.As for you P.Catching put your name to good use and go Catching the rats in the DALE beck you old fart.
Dick Tracy
Seaham, England - Sunday, March 11, 2001 at 12:56:11 (EST)
You all thought that I hated Seaham so much - not true! I am actually going to give a lecture about the history of Seaham at the Britannia club on May 11th. My parents sent to me the book written by the wonderful author Trevor Williamson "Images Of Sea ham" it is outstanding! and gives a great view of the history of our town. I will not only use the information in this book, I will also do some other research and make the lecture on Seaham harbor the most interesting lecture ever. The rest of the member s of the Britannia Club who are from the south, will be green with envy! They will all want to come to Seaham. ( I told you deep down I have some loyalty!)
Jacqueline <Mary Markie@aol.com>
USA - Sunday, March 11, 2001 at 07:45:22 (EST)
To "Stan" I am glad you enjoyed Woodfield Mall. It is still a great Mall. Perhaps it has a lot more shops now since the 1980's. It is actually a huge Mall. I was there just on Friday afternoon after work - buying a few odds and ends. I am going to take my parents there (as well as the places in the city!) They have a number of great restraunts in the Mall. My favorite is the "Cheesecake Factory." I am also glad for you that you enjoyed being home to see your family. Someday, I am sure I will enjoy visi ting home - for now I am happy staying here. Though, Stan if you read through some of the "hate-mail" I have received from some people who still live in their "school days" do you blame me for not wanting to visit Seaham - I mean, for crying out loud!It i s pathetic! And you know I am telling you, I was the one who was always picked at at school. I was forever being hit by (well, I will not name her)My parents had to get the police to the school as the bullying got out of hand. I was once chased all the wa y from Northlea school by about 15 kids boys and girls, to my home as they were going to "get me!" I was called such names at school that were just the worst of the worst. Yes, I was bullied something terrible at school. A lot of kids are, but I think onc e we get in our 30's people should let go of it. I cannot beleive that "Julie" is being so hateful. I tell you, Stan, it is not that I do not like Seaham, it is that some people still live in the 1980's and why would I want to subject myself to that kind of abuse. I love my parents and rest of the family, and cannot wait to see them in a few weeks time.
Jacqueline <Mary Markie@aol.com>
USA - Sunday, March 11, 2001 at 07:35:42 (EST)
To the person who wished me "HAPPY BIRTHDAY" again, "THANK YOU!" Sorry I mistakenly took you for "Julie" who obviously did not wish me a "happy birthday." To the person who did, I wish I knew who you were. I hope you are well. God Bless.
Jacqueline <Mary Markie@aol.com>
USA - Sunday, March 11, 2001 at 07:23:48 (EST)
"Julie" if you do not have the decency or the guts to say who you really are - your full name. So that I can picture you (after all these years about 15 years)Then, it is obvious you are still a bit of a rough lass and likes to make trouble. Also have not grown up. If you can still feel hatred toward someone after 15 years - my Goodness! You obviously have some major problems. You and I are on two totally different level in our lives. I am not saying that I am better than you, what I am saying is that we are no longer in school, we are in our 30's and we are working women - adults! and why the hell would we hold a hateful grudge from 15 years ago or so? I do not have time for petty arguements. Julie just either say your full name and why you hate me o r just ignore my comments as I will ignore you. There are far more important things in this society to be concerned about, other than you continuing to hate someone you knew in school. Get over it! If we did have our "arguements" in school, I most likely have forgotten as it is not important to my life or my work. Also, I most likely can laugh about our own childish/teenage years imaturity and stupidity! Julie,I am not interested in what we argued about 15 years ago - just move on with your life. I wish y ou the best!
Jacqueline <Mary Markie@aol.com>
USA - Sunday, March 11, 2001 at 07:20:31 (EST)
Um! I remember travelling daily down Algonquin from 12 Oaks at Arlington Heights to UOP at Des Plaines. I remember well walking around Woodfield Mall back in 1980 when Thorntons opened a shop there and there was a line for miles. I enjoyed it all treme ndously. Best of all I loved coming back to the UK and travelling to my birthplace,walking around Seaham, meeting my family and being so glad that I was home!
Stan
USA - Sunday, March 11, 2001 at 04:44:10 (EST)
Jacqueline. Indeed Why would i wish you a happy birthday. Make sure you address your answers to the correct person as i can assure you it was not this Julie that wished you a happy birthday. Oh as for me doing an injustice to my-self i think not and nor do i live i n the passed, as some may do . Get over it you sad little person. Your dribblings in the gest book is a wast of space. GET A LIFE.
Julie
- Sunday, March 11, 2001 at 00:49:25 (EST)
To "Julie" why on earth would you bother to wish me "Happy Birthday" and then give me such an insulting message. Obviously you are a very bored young woman - if you have nothing better to do than to write hateful messages to people. I pity you! Have yo u not grown up as yet? If you were in my year at school then you must be either 31 or 32 years, my goodness, "Julie" you are really behaving very imature and not giving yourself a great reputation. You are doing yourself an injustice! I mean, I may bug so me people on this "Guest-book" by my out-spoken personality, but I am not at all dilebrately hateful or mean. And I think everyone on the "guest-book" knows that. They know I talk too much on this guest-book about controversial issues and always put in my 2 cents worth of my opinions, but I am never purposely hateful or ignorant toward people. Come on Julie, get your act together and do yourself some justice!
jacqueline <mary markie@aol.com>
USA - Sunday, March 11, 2001 at 00:11:06 (EST)
You know I am NOT FAT and I NEVER WAS FAT! If you remember I was called such names as "tin ribs" and "skinny ribs" I am actually a well proportioned "5feet3inches" 8 stone and a few pounds, young woman. Who eats very healthy and takes excellent care of my appearance. I can do that as I earn a decent salary and can go off to the spa whenever I want. I think you are being so hateful and imature and you need to get a life! Or are you still living in the 1980's when you were a teenager. We are all now adul ts (in our 30's) - so grow up and let-go of the grudges and the hatefulness. I wil pray for you and so will most of the people on the "guest-book." God Bless, your friend, Jacqueline.
JACQUELINE <MARY MARKIE@AOL.COM>
USA - Saturday, March 10, 2001 at 23:58:17 (EST)
Jacqueline You are so fucking boaring get a life you sad silly big fat cow . How do i know you , I went to school with you and i bet your still fat
julie
- Saturday, March 10, 2001 at 22:31:48 (EST)
TO "OLD AQUAINTANCE" THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THE BEAUTIFUL BIRTHDAY WISH - ESPECIALLY HERE ON THE "GUEST-BOOK." I HAVE BEEN TRYING TO FIGURE OUT WHO YOU ARE. YOU COULD BE A NUMBER OF A FEW PEOPLE. THOUGH ONLY ANDREA SPURR WOULD REMEMBER MY BIRTHDAY, AS Y OURS IS 6 DAYS BEFORE MINE - ON THE 13TH MARCH AND I ALWAYS SEND YOU A BIRTHDAY CARD - IT IS ON THE WAY - A BIT LATE, BUT IT WILL GET THERE. OR, IF YOU ARE NOT ANDREA, WELL, JUST WHO ARE YOU???? I AM SO CURIOUS! PLEASE DO NOT KEEP ME IN "SUSPENSE" ANYWAY, WHOEVER YOU ARE - AGAIN THANK YOU SO MUCH. I CAN'T WAIT UNTIL MY BIRTHDAY! THIS YEAR I AM EXCITED ABOUT MY AGE AND DON'T MIND I AM GETTING OLDER. MY GOODNESS! I CAN'T BELIEVE I WILL BE 32 YEARS OLD ON THE 19TH! ALSO, I CAN'T WAIT TO SEE MY PARENTS - I HA VE A BUSY SCHEDULE FOR THEM, BUT WE WILL HAVE FUN. ALL MY FRIENDS CANNOT WAIT TO MEET MY PARENTS. MY DAD WILL HAVE A FIELD DAY, AS ALL MY FRIENDS ARE CATHOLIC AND MY DAD.... WELL.... HE IS NOT TOO FOND OF SOME CATHOLICS, BUT I THINK HE MIGHT STILL COME TO CHURCH WITH ME. BY THE WAY, OUR SHARON IS DOING FINE. SHE IS A MOTHER OF 3 CHILDREN, AGES, 10, 5 AND 4 AND THEY ARE ALL GREAT BOYS. SHE IS VERY HAPPY AND A WONDERFUL MOTHER. AGAIN, THANK YOU AND GOD BLESS. PLEASE SAY WHO YOU ARE...
Jacqueline <Mary Markie@aol.com>
USA - Saturday, March 10, 2001 at 22:29:18 (EST)
Hi Just checking to see how every-one in the seaham guestbook or is that the Jacqueline guestbook. Give it a rest
J TURNS <daltonledale@hypermax.net.au>
Australia - Saturday, March 10, 2001 at 22:28:50 (EST)
Margaret Thatcher believed in Family Values, one for our pseudo/american cousin: "Sir Keith Joseph smiles and another baby dies... on Beesly Street" 'John Cooper Clarke'- Beesly Street. No it is'nt in Seaham either. ...aye there's the rub. Anybody know any free music sites, Napster's being closed down and all that.
joe <joemacveigh@netscapeonline.co.uk>
- Saturday, March 10, 2001 at 19:00:23 (EST)
To Jacqueline, have a great birthday on the 19th, hope your parents Mary and Melvine enjoy their visit to America, hope your sister Sharon is doing well too. Remember you from way back.
Old Acqaintance
Seaham, England - Saturday, March 10, 2001 at 18:49:28 (EST)
Nice one George!
Not George <George Who?>
- Saturday, March 10, 2001 at 17:41:55 (EST)
Just to let you all know about a really great - it's called findthosebrokenbrainedeejitsyouwenttoschoolwith.co.uk it's really worth a look!
George
Sundeland, - Saturday, March 10, 2001 at 17:30:55 (EST)
Just to let everyone know of a great web site, "friendsreunited.co.uk" log on and register please.
paul
sunderland, tyne and wear england - Saturday, March 10, 2001 at 14:44:49 (EST)
Actually, I did not research those facts, I heard them from CNN World News. Then, at the Britannia Club a few of the members were discussing the economical situation in Britian at this present time. Therefore, do not balme me for a slight error in the math. Have a great day!
Jacqueline <Mary Markie@aol.com,>
USA - Saturday, March 10, 2001 at 13:01:59 (EST)
ms, markie what do you mean by family values?. have you studied social history at all .you see there isn,t such a thing , never has been. the basic family unit is an economic necessity and has been this way for centuries. such things are not built on v alues or dictats of religion or it,s leaders the family structure has been one of the needs of society and that only. i recommend you read COBBETTS RURAL RIDES, OR ENGELS, THE CONDITION OF THE WORKING CLASS IN BRITAIN, if you want to learn about old fashi oned family values
fred
- Saturday, March 10, 2001 at 11:52:14 (EST)
Ms Markie,The population of Britain is about 60 million, so how come 5 million is 60% of the population? You are supose to be British, so How come you don't know such a basic fact about your own country?
louis wolve <laiglrjuridique@hotmail.com>
paris, paris france - Saturday, March 10, 2001 at 10:50:57 (EST)
To "TONY" from SPAIN. I thought I would answer you again on this page of the "guest-book" it seems more appropriate. You ask me "What is "Tolerance?" I cannot believe you would ask such a question. Tolerance is accepting all people for who they are and realizing we all all unique individuals, each with our own personality and opinions, which creates a balanced society in our world. Oh, Also, I love SPAIN! It is such a beautiful country rich in history and in religin! I have been to Barcelona, Madrid, T ossa-De-Mar, Salou and to Benidorm. I actually love the spanish guitar music and listen to it fairly frequently - along with Celtic music and other cultural music.
Jacqueline <Mary Markie@aol.com>
USA - Saturday, March 10, 2001 at 10:39:23 (EST)
I was shocked to here on CNN News that Great Britian has reported more than 5,000,000 people live in "Absolute Poverty" that is about 60% of the British population. Also, last night at the "Britannia Club" (for all of us who are from England, Scotland, Wales + N. Ireland.)I was talking to a few English people, who were older adults than myself, (I am actually the youngest at almost 32 yrs.)Anyway, they were telling me that England no longer has the reputation it once had for "old Fashioned" Family Valu es. Or for the outstanding "British Education." I explained that I felt it was a change in society all over the world - a change I do not think is for the better. Though I was terribly dissapointed to learn how the British Standards overall had dropped - especially in the schools. Perhaps too, the economical crisis in Great Britian has a lot to do with the influx of immigration. Furthermore, at out Britannia Club we pray for Great Britain for her "Spiritual" well being! Most Americans who I know who have lived in England all say the same, that England is not a very spiritual Country. I think I tend to agree. The churches in England, (I attended a high Church of England St. John's in Seaham.) do not teach about a personal relationship with the Lord. Nor, r eally teach about the Bible. I think lately in parts of Great Britain churches are trying to bring back the "spirituality" the country has been lacking. I know in many areas in the States in the schools the kids have "Prayer Day" at the pole. (Though at s tate schools religion is not taught) Also, the kids have formed "Virgin" clubs" and it is, in some areas, though small, becoming the "in-thing" for young adults. They are learning from the Bible what is really important. Anyway, I thought I would share th is piece of information with you people. Have a nice day!
Jacqueline <Mary Markie@aol.com>
USA - Saturday, March 10, 2001 at 08:52:41 (EST)
What on earth is all this talk about "speed-humps" for heaven'sake! I thought D.le-Dale was all part of Seaham. Though I do remember that D-Le-Dale did have a reputation for being a bit snobby - but so what! By you folks making all these terrible jokes and insults toward the people of D-Le-Dale, what you are doing is putting yourself down on a lower level. By your comments you are showing them that the rest of Seaham are beneath them. You should never do that. You should accept with dignity that they h ave the money and resources to put in the speed humps and then just move on with your lives. If the D-Le-Dale folk want to be snobs - then let them! They are the one's missing out on life - not you. Have a great day everyone!
Jacqueline <Mary Markie@aol.com>
USA - Saturday, March 10, 2001 at 08:36:02 (EST)
Louise in France—Maria is still living in Seaham and would like to get in touch. I've tried to email you but can't get through. See if you can reach me. John (Maria's husband)
John Marriner <johnmarriner@btclick.com>
Seaham, Co. Durham England - Saturday, March 10, 2001 at 04:26:54 (EST)
The following is a Press Release from Brussels: "In order to avoid further confusion in Seaham, all road humps are to conform to the EU specification which allows a base of no more than .999315 of a metre, and absolutely no curvature. The sides are to be perpendicular, in other words, conforming to the German Square Hump. Those humps in Princess Road are to be removed immediately, and replaced with the Dalton-le-Dale type, and renamed "Nobbyhumps" (Seaham) with the brackets in Seaham conforming to the EU directive for curved brackets."
Colin <nobby@paradise.net.nz>
- Saturday, March 10, 2001 at 03:36:28 (EST)
I'll sue, and build bigger and better humps up The Avenue to stop people getting to your piddly little humps in Princess Road. Look for my slogan, "Up the Humps", and "We Shall not be Moved".
Colin <nobby@paradise.net.nz>
- Saturday, March 10, 2001 at 00:53:22 (EST)
To Colin ....your to late pal! I have just won £3000000 and I am gonna make 74 speed ramps 2 foot tall all along princess road. So unless you have a 4 by 4 dont even try to get into Dawdon!!
DR Giggles <Dawdon>
- Friday, March 09, 2001 at 20:30:30 (EST)
Having decided there is too much negative comment on the le-Dale humps, I would like to inject some positive thought. How about turning the said humps into a tourist attraction? Erect stalls on both sides of the road where they can been seen by the slowing traffic, and sell plastic models of the humps, "T" shirts, and baseball caps with "I Humped Seaham" on them. Later, at stage 2, there could be real innovation in the form of a Hot Dog stand. Stage 3 could be the franchising of the Hump idea to Parkside and Dawdon, though they might be a bit slow to accept the idea initially. Progressively, humps could be installed all over Seaham, then it could be marketed as the Hump capital of Europe. Who knows, the idea could qualify for a Eurogrant. Just remember, you saw it here first!
Colin <nobby@paradise.net.nz>
- Friday, March 09, 2001 at 20:09:34 (EST)
Hiary chest you are the weakest link tounge mee heed
Mr Jolly
Not A Daler, - Friday, March 09, 2001 at 13:49:16 (EST)
Great to see the Guestbook back to normal.
Jim <jim@seaham.com>
Seaham, Co.Durham England - Friday, March 09, 2001 at 13:32:00 (EST)
The present arrangements are temporary.Please just fill in the second form which appears and your message will be added.
Ed Mason <mace@daltonet.com>
Seaham, UK - Thursday, March 08, 2001 at 11:06:23 (EST)
Its OK to add your comments again folks. Sorry for the inconvenience.
Ed Mason <mace@daltonet.com>
Seaham, UK - Thursday, March 08, 2001 at 11:00:41 (EST)
We have developed a technical problem with the server. Sorry folks it will be corrected as soon as possible.
Ed Mason <mace@daltonet.com>
Seaham, Co.Durham UK - Thursday, March 08, 2001 at 03:18:04 (EST)
Its a shame that people have nothing better to do than slag off residents of one part of Seaham who have paid for the installation of speed humps out of parish council funds, in the hope that it will stop the morons, young and old who drive at excessiv e speed. Personally I think the installation of eight humps was over the top, a more constructive measure would have been the installation of a mobile speed camera every 12 weeks and £500 fines for those people who seem to think that speed limits exist f or everyone else but them. Its just as bad on Princess Road when I collect the bairns from school, and maybe one day if you are hit by the tragedy of a family member being killed due to a speeding driver, you may just grow up. The person who complains a bout the gritter treating the road from Maureen Terrace through Dalton obviously doesnt realise how many accidents, one not so long ago fatal, that black ice causes on this road, but yet they begrudge it being gritted b! ! ecause they think the Dalton-le-Dale residents are getting one over on the rest of us. Its a sad fact that attitudes like this will prevent Seaham, no matter how much money is pumped into regeneration, from ever prospering. My grandfather gave his life to the mining industry and wanted only the best for his family, and, like the majority, took a pride in the place he lived, It makes you wonder why they bothered when you read some contributions on here and walk around Seaham, because yes, it is just one en ormous dog toilet populated by a minority of morons who, instead of contributing something positive, just want to drag everyone else down into the gutter.
hairychest <hairychest@postmaster.co.uk>
Seaham, Co Durham UK - Wednesday, March 07, 2001 at 03:45:11 (EST)
: Far be it for me to intrude on the parish-pump politics of who gets humps (I'm talking about the road variety here so get back in your box!) and who doesn't, but I couldn't help but notice there is a new version of hump on the market. It is pneumatic . That is, air filled, and the harder you hit it well, the harder it is, and the softer you hit it------er--the softer it gets.They can be set hard or soft, the latter presumably for those drivers living in Deneside.Set really hard, they can bounce a mini directly into the beck across the road.
Colin <nobby@paradise.net.nz>
- Wednesday, March 07, 2001 at 03:41:48 (EST)
Colin: you manage to get your point across with such a good sense of humour, short and so much to the point, wish we could say that about everyone in the guest book.
Joan <mark_watkinson@telus.net>
Canada - Tuesday, March 06, 2001 at 16:29:29 (EST)
Mr Catchatong I could dee a better job stud on me bonce. did a touch a sore point or what.The sooner ya all get ya heeds oot of the cloud's the better.The Dale folk get all the shit they deserve thenase.So tongue me heed
Mr Jolly <: Not A DALER>
- Tuesday, March 06, 2001 at 16:27:39 (EST)
In the event there is any misunderstanding, I want to make it perfectly clear I would never criticise anyones beliefs. I myself am a firm believer in Santa Claus, because my kids, and now my grandkids think he (me) is the "bees-knees". I am also a sworn devotee of the Easter Bunny, without whom I'd suffer chocolate withdrawal! I confess to not understanding some of the my steries of life, such as why so many shoe-repair men are also good at cutting keys.And ask me if I like a drink? Goodness me; does Dolly Parton sleep on her back?
Colin <nobby@paradise.net.nz>
- Tuesday, March 06, 2001 at 03:28:45 (EST)
Scutter, where were you, me and Greavsie had to drink a bottle of martel without you. The Father said you looked flustered, I tried ringing your phone but it was turned off. Anyway what about Darlington M.P. getting turned over off Darlington RFC. If anybody is interested I was at Twickenham last Saturday, and if your not, I apologise. Do they have Foot & Mouth in America?... Steady, Too much of an Easy Target, sorry...
Joe <joemacveigh@netscapeonline.co.uk>
- Tuesday, March 06, 2001 at 03:27:01 (EST)
LIKE THE SITE, WAS'NT SURE IF THE COMPUTER AGE HAD HIT SEAHAM YET LOL. I HAVE'NT BEEN HOME IN A WHILE, MISS THE CHIP SHOPS THERE NOT THE SAME OUT HERE. IF ANYONE REMEMBERS ME GIVE ME A SHOUT.
ALAN CUTTING <AL_CUTTING@HOTMAIL.COM>
GERMANY - Monday, March 05, 2001 at 16:22:21 (EST)
: Jacqeline - see the message for Lesley Roberts. There's a bit there for you. Bob
Bob the Bodger
- Monday, March 05, 2001 at 10:00:29 (EST)
Oh Mr Jolly. I'd bet a pound to a pinch of s*** that you take no active role in local community life. Interesting isn't it, that the loudest critics always turn out to be the laziest people. So, you're going to stand at the local elections are you? You 're going to be the great white hope of local politics eh? My guess is that you plan to sit at home and complain. If you're not part of the solution bonny lad.......
P Catching
Seaham, - Monday, March 05, 2001 at 09:59:19 (EST)
Thomas Johnson - No need for that sort of talk on this site, there are plenty of others you can discuss that subject on - let's not break any rules here. Are you on Colin Sheddon's mailing list for Australian connections to this topic? If not I can sup ply.
Brian Orwell Arthur Zuccini <Brian@thedoor.co.uk>
- Monday, March 05, 2001 at 09:57:00 (EST)
Thomas, it is immaterial whether you agree with me or not. I don't recall making any statement that would indicate I require agreement to qualify my thinking, in fact life would be bloody boring if we all agreed with each other.And as for Missed Markie , I want to assure you that I do not spend every waking moment snavel-gazing (have you any idea how much fluff can collect down there in a day? And where do all the different colours come from?) and wondering why you claim so much fulfillment in life yet need more topping up than a super-tanker.Those West Pointers must be real wimps anyway. In my Junior Officer days we ravished 24 hours a day!
Colin <nobby@paradise.net.nz>
- Monday, March 05, 2001 at 09:55:36 (EST)
To "Bob the Bodger" I am so glad that you like the City where I live. Yes, you are right, Chicago is a great city! I love it! I have not been to all the places in Chicago, but to about a little more than a half. I have been to all the museams, the Sear s tower (Tallest in the world, even taller than the empire state building!I have been there too and love New York to shop!) I went up the John Hancock building a few weeks ago. I have ate at quite a few of the restraunts. I will be taking my parents to th e city when they arrive here in about three weeks time. I love Navy Pier, especially in the summer.Have you been to Water Tower Mall? It is great! Though, I have heard that The Mall of Great America is just outstanding! That is in Minnesota. Yes, I do not live too far from Mount Prospects. In fact, last year I went to a Theology seminar at the church in Mount Prospects. The company where you work rings a bell. The next time you are in Chicago please call upon me and I w! ! ill be your host. At the moment the weather in Chicago is not that grat - it is rather cold. I would much rather live where Lesley Roberts lives. It is nice and warm practically all the time. I use to live in a hot state for 3 years. I lived in Texas and loved it! I lived in Dallas. Yes, I even went to see the Southfork Ranch in Fort Worth, (about 30 mins away from Dallas)where the American soap opera Dallas was filmed. I have had some great times travelling here in the USA - but I do like Chicago. It is a very diverse city filled with all kinds of people from all ethnic groups. Well, Bob, I hope you come back out this way soon. Take Care - Jacqueline.
Jacqueline <Mary Markie@aol.com>
USA - Monday, March 05, 2001 at 09:53:51 (EST)
P. Catching, Do most of my shopping at the Co-op at Seaham old chap, I think the Cashier there is very helpful and pretty to boot its got a nice handy car-park at the rear and thers a nice off-licence bottom of Chuch Street, but I suppose you're Tetotal?
Thomas Johnson <Ex Seaham>
- Sunday, March 04, 2001 at 18:38:22 (EST)
It's a shame the people of Dalton Le Dale spend all there money on speed ramps and tidying the area up,it's still the dogs toilet of Seaham.They may be able to slow us down but they can't stop us shitting in there nests. Why don't we all use the Dale j ust to piss them off, You never know, if we drive over the speed ramps enough we might just flatten them. Another point, on Friday night I saw the road gritter coming out of Springfield Crescent, then it went down Dalton Le Dale, I thought gritters were only there to grit MAIN ROADS. Are there any councillors living there, I wonder. I always thought councillo rs were for the people. The local elections are coming up shortly, I bet there's a few worried people out there.I would like to see a decent candidate stand against the old timers for a change. The local government take it for granted, year in, year out, that thier seats are saf e.
Mr Jolly
: Not-A-Daler, - Sunday, March 04, 2001 at 18:36:53 (EST)
: Colin, Ive known for a while that you're a P.M. of the mickey take, Now "Past Master" that's a most familiar term!
Thomas Johnson
Ex Seaham - Sunday, March 04, 2001 at 18:34:59 (EST)
Jacqueline - see "message for ladyboss" - Bob
Bob the Bodger
- Sunday, March 04, 2001 at 18:33:46 (EST)
To "Colin" (Nobby) I may not be a favorite of yours, however, please do have a wonderful vacation. Relax and have fun! See you on the guest-book when you get back. Your guest-book friend, Jacqueline.
Jacqueline <MaryMarkie@aol.com>
USA - Sunday, March 04, 2001 at 15:58:47 (EST)
: I agree Thomas, Sydney is one of the better places in the world, and only three hours away.While it would have been easier to fly direct LA then London, my wife wants to go via Rome, so we get to have lunch with an old mate in Darling Harbour before departure. I have actually being wondering when you were going to realise that you have come up against a past master of the mickey-take!!!
Colin <nobby@paradise.net.nz>
- Sunday, March 04, 2001 at 15:57:08 (EST)
Recently read in the Seaham Star that Seaham School are wanting to hear from ex pupils who would like to contribute to their newsletter 'The Beacon'.Anyone wishing to write a 'Where are they now' article on themselves should contact Mrs Dean. On the same note, I'm trying to track down some ex Peterlee College friends who left in June 1981, for a reunion later this year. I've made contact with Christine Hill and Denise Turns, but I'm looking for Tom Wilson of Derwent Close, Eric Southwick and L yn Johnson.If you remember these or any of the other Business studies students please get in touch.
Elaine Robinson <erobinel@aol.com>
Seaham, - Sunday, March 04, 2001 at 15:55:41 (EST)
To "Colin" "Stan" etc... Why on earth are you spending so much time getting all "miffed" at me. All you do is enter comments directed at me. What you are doing is "Instigating!" Why is it that Lesley Roberts, (Who does indeed know me) and a few others can just make entries without mentioning my name? They are doing the mature thing and ingnoring what they disagree with. I develop more respect for people like that. "They" are not instigating. Whereas you, on the other hand, cannot resist to mention my n ame - I think you are purposely instigating. Also, I never make a rude, or insulting, or offensive entry in this guest-book directed to any "one" person. I think I am quite patient and understanding with you all. If I was a terrible individual, I think my entries would be less patient. I think some of you just cannot stand it that I always have a pretty decent come-back to some of your insulting remarks. I think you all should know me by now, and you all know that I am ! ! quite a friendly person, cheerful, bubbly and likes to smile. So come people, accept me for me and move on and be nice. Then, you will see my entries will be few and will not be on such topics such as "Religion."
Jacqueline <Mary Markie@aol.com>
USA - Sunday, March 04, 2001 at 15:53:52 (EST)
Colin from NZ enjoy your Holiday beginning on the 11th March and come back refreshed! Iv'e been to Sydney twice Fantastic place it is too, don't agree with much of what you say on the Guest book, but I do enjoy reading your comments, So more power to y our pen and the pens of all Guest-book users God bless!
Thomas Johnson <: Ex-Seaham>
UK - Sunday, March 04, 2001 at 07:31:16 (EST)
Message for Lesley Roberts AKA Ladyboss. Are you the same Ladyboss who gave me some help a while back on the meeting room section of this site, and are you from Arizona? If yes, then do you live anywhere near the "Buttes" which is pronounced butes. I w orked for an American Company based out of Mount Prospect (which I also guess is close to Jacqeline's place) and we had a Big Meet there a few years back, you know the sort, breakfast at 7-00am 2 hours "work" and the rest of the time enjoying ourselves. W e took a cab into Scotsdale one day and another time a friend from New York showed me around down town Pheonix (not sure if I have the correct spelling). Buttes is the place stuck on the top of a little hill, I think to the South of Pheonix. Jacqeline, I was also in Chicago recently at the Convention Centre just along from the base ball park, do you know it? Really strong union lot they are over in that town, guess it goes back to the motor years. I worked for a company called Cummins Allison , do you know them? Great city centre you have in Windy, I like the part where the bridge and the old building over the road are lit up at night, it's near the TV or radio station, the one where you can see the broadcaster through the windows at street le vel. There is also a large paved area leading to a library or government building of some sort. I also remember an innovations shop down the street with a cycle in the window which could seat about 7 people. Loads of memories are flooding back to me as I write, do you know the "horror" style eating place not far from where I've just described where everyone dresses as a spook - guess someone's bound to reply "that's normal for the States" so I've pre-empted it. Some fun loving! ! people in Chicago, I'll get back there some day I hope, also to Arizona if my luck holds out. Anyway, if either of you see this message please give a response. Kind regards Bob
Bob the Bodger
- Sunday, March 04, 2001 at 07:29:37 (EST)
Joan, than you for you comments.When you have experienced as many earthquakes as we do every year, (admittedly most of them do no damage)then you'll get to know that there is absolutely nothing you can! We are off to Sydney, Melbourne Rome on 11th Marc h. I will have a quick look at Seaham 22/23, then off to LA for a couple of days.
Colin <nobby@paradise.net.nz>
- Sunday, March 04, 2001 at 02:39:31 (EST)
: Hi Uncle Stan, great comments in the guest book of late. Say Hi to everyone when you go home for the Mayor's ball. You should check out our Karen's little one Kyle (you great-great-nephew) he keeps great-gran Lil on her toes these days. Mam and Dad h ave finally come into the 21st century mobile phones and all! Last week our David went into business for himself so me Dad now has bragging rights in the club that 2 of his kids are entrepreneurs. Your compuserve address seems to have misplaced itself and the one in guestbook wouldn't deliver so let me know the current one. Hope to be over in Aug and get to see everyone.
Lesley Roberts <ladyboss67@yahoo.co.uk>
Phoenix, Arizona USA - Sunday, March 04, 2001 at 02:37:53 (EST)
Thomas Johnson" I liked your thoughts for the day... Here are mine. 1. Stop getting miffed over something someone said that does not make a difference in your life. 2. Stop getting miffed over someone who does not make a difference or influence your li fe. 3.Learn to have tolerance for ALL mankind - it will help the world to be a better place to live in. 4.Learn to accept ALL people for who they are - we can ALL learn from each other. 5. Learn to smile at your own shortcomings - we all have them. 6.Prac tice Patience and Understandings. 7. Practice Humility and learn to have a "humble" sense of humour! 8. Learn always to be friendly toward everyone. 9. Find your smile each day, wear it and make someone happy who is less fortunate than yourself. 10. Say s omething positive to someone every day. Have A super evening everyone. From your "Guest-Book" friend, Jacqueline.
Jacqueline <Mary Markie@aol.com>
USA - Saturday, March 03, 2001 at 19:05:41 (EST)
Oh, for crying out loud! some of you people are just ridiculose! I have not even talked about God for about a week and that was only in response to Thomas Johnson's challenge of Women, Men and the Bible. If you people would STOP directing comments to m e, then I would not have to answer the guest-book. Ooooh! you make me want to say, "Oh Bloody Hell!!!" There now! that's done it! I have just swore! so how perfect can I be? I am not! and I never said or implied that I was. I just enjoyed "chit-chatting!" and voicing my opinion. Also, I am not at all taking the "P..." out of Seaham. My goodness, some of you people on the guest-book are a little touchy! We are all adults and if we cannot even agree to disagree without getting miffed at each other, then, yo u know, there is something sadly wrong with our society. What is wrong with us human beings? Have we become so selfish, greedy, self-centered and narrow minded to be unable to have tolerance for other people who may hav! ! e a completely different perspective on life than ourselves? Come on people, just get it together, and stop with the comments directed toward me. Lets us again, start being nice...
Jacqueline <Mary Markie@aol.com>
USA - Saturday, March 03, 2001 at 19:03:48 (EST)
: Val Roberts. When you write about 'waling' don't you mean WHALING? In any case, deep sea fishermen should be used to icy weather. Are you on one of the boats out of the harbour.I recommend a thick sweater or a really good cardigan and some gloves meb be?
P Catching
Seaham, - Saturday, March 03, 2001 at 19:01:42 (EST)
All religious belief is irrational.While that doesn't make it wrong, anyone's religion is his or her own affair, and not to be rammed down the their throats in a Guest Book.Mizz Markie (and her imitator) is the internet equivalent of the Morman door-to -doot salesmen, and every bit as daft!There is salvation for you though Mizz Markie, and the fathers of Seaham had it sussed years ago.They knew the reason we were poor in both pocket and soul was that they stopped growing vegetables.Back when a pound was neither a kilo nor a dollar but something so dependable you could marry it,(whoops, sorry to mention that word marry Mizzed Markie, you being a spinster an`all) every dad had a yard at the back (called the backyard) where he grew peas, potatoes, parsnips and carrots.So go dig it and dung it Mist Markie; and get Thomas to supply the fertilizer. He's very good at it!
Colin <nobby@paradise.net.nz>
- Saturday, March 03, 2001 at 19:00:05 (EST)
: Has anyone got a photo. of The Harbour View (Lord Nelson) complete with the two pillars, which were knocked over by a delivery truck and never replaced?
Thomas Johnson <Ex-Seaham>
UK - Saturday, March 03, 2001 at 18:57:43 (EST)
Sal I did not realise that the Town Council was Open on Saturdays. However I do intend to speak to them on Monday. I know that Seaham Town and Easington are not directly resposnible for gritting but I thought Seaham Town Council was there for the be nefit of the residents and it might have been a good idea for Seaham Town Council to provide grit bins ( filled with Grit ) to be used by the shop keepers when the weather is so bad. Dont worry I would not expect the Council representative or the Mayor t o shovel grit up and down Church street - they are too busy orgainsing the "Ball".
Val Roberts <: valerier_2000_uk@yahoo.co.uk>
Seaham, - Saturday, March 03, 2001 at 18:55:22 (EST)
Everyone is forever going on about you know who. If everyone paid no further attention and never mentioned the name in correspondence in this guest book; then I'm sure the said person would eventually get tired of trying to brain wash us all. But if we keep on showing our irritations then the long winded sermons will plague us all forever.
alan dobson <dobsonja@hotmail.com>
penzance, cornwall england - Saturday, March 03, 2001 at 18:53:03 (EST)
Stan I hope you win a prize at the Ball. Please make yourself known on the night.
Lady Mayor
Seaham, - Saturday, March 03, 2001 at 11:29:09 (EST)
T Val Roberts regarding Church Street. Have yoy ever thought to contact the Town Council for an explanation.
Sal
Seaham, - Saturday, March 03, 2001 at 11:27:21 (EST)
: Jaqueline, Jaqueline, Jaqueline! We all know how to spell your nam. We all know you are a moral, upright, god-fearing and happy person. We know you are fond of debonair, intelligent American West Pointers and you adore elegant meals and the theatre a s well as hospices and charities! We bow down to your superior intellect and disdain of Seaham! Now! Do you understand the diligent and generous man who makes the Seaham web site work and keeps it so well. He has designed a chat room and meny other sections. This section is called a guest book and as its title implies is for casual, CASUAL calling in for diverse reasons. You are an intelligent lady, you must understand this. Now, consider your options. You can continue as you are.....or you could "guest" occasionally so that we can apprec iate what you have to say. I'm sure Tony and many others agree that filling the guest book is a little selfish To all ... I'll be in Seaham for the Mayor's Ball! Look forward to winning a raffle organised for charity. Perhaps the Lady Markie will be there to present the prizes!
Stan Cooper <swcooper@cs.com>
- Saturday, March 03, 2001 at 11:24:47 (EST)
Thought for today: Spring is in the air! Flowers are budding! Squirrels are waking from their slumbers! and other parts and places are de-frosting. Praise to the Lord, His wonders are infinite!
Thomas Johnson
Ex Seaham, - Saturday, March 03, 2001 at 11:20:42 (EST)
I was out in Church Street this morning. Unfortunately I did not stay long. It was impossible to walk - the pedestrian area was thick with ice. No effort by any council ( Seaham Town or Easington ) had been made to improve waling conditions. Maybe the next time the Seaham Town Council and it hanger ons are entertaining their friend from Germany they might remember that the money could and should be better spent.
Val Roberts <valerier_2000_uk@yhaoo.co.uk>
Seaham, - Saturday, March 03, 2001 at 11:19:23 (EST)
Dear Miss Markie Just what lunatic cult do you belong to? You must realise that unless you are a Roman Catholic and support Celtic in all their matches against the Hun you will go to Hell and your soul will be damned forever.
Mick Turner <: merry@mint.com>
Seaham, Co Durham England - Saturday, March 03, 2001 at 11:17:19 (EST)
Did Seaham lose its sense of humour when it lost its pits? There seems to be a lot of nastiness about the place. Is there nobody to stand up to that nutter Markie. I think she's taking the piss out of everyone at Seaham and you are letting her away wit h it. She has her right to her opinion and so do you to yours, so start writing and combat this prim miss.
louise <laiglejuridique@hotmail.com>
paris france - Saturday, March 03, 2001 at 11:15:37 (EST)
Markie-Far from being negative,I'am very positive in my comments.Have you ever read the first paragraph of the introduction to the Guest Book?By the way very bad taste comments regarding cancer,hospice etc.
Tony
Spain - Saturday, March 03, 2001 at 11:13:47 (EST)
To Anyone who's interesred. You've missed the Foam Party. It was at Dawdon Club last night. Seaham is where it's at
Sal
Seaham, Co Durham UK - Saturday, March 03, 2001 at 05:27:27 (EST)
To D, Donaldson, Hi David nice to hear from you. Hope Val and the boys are OK Regards Sadie
Sadie M <Sadie@daltonet.com>
Seaham, Co Durham UK - Saturday, March 03, 2001 at 05:25:25 (EST)
Why is it that those who seek enlightenment and spirituality are always the ones who are most lacking in it?You know the type, they need much more religion in their daily diet than normal people, so they become "Happy Clappers", particularly in the goo d old U S of A. Ms. Markie is either totally morally bankrupt to need so much spiritualism, or she is as thick as the proverbial brick, (or bricks, as the case may be, because "she" has an associate).She's so tuned in to the sound of her own raving she c an't get the message given by a number of people here that she must desist! I think the question as to whether or not contibutors stay away from the Guest Book because of her witterings has a very clear answer.Either she goes, or they stay away. That's no t religion you're hooked on Ms. Markie, it's ideology, (look it up).
Colin <nobby@paradise.net.nz>
- Saturday, March 03, 2001 at 05:21:53 (EST)
To "Tony" From Spain. Oh goodness me! Stop being so snippy! All you do is complain about individuals you do not like.(me.)However, you never have anything constructive to say or bring anything productive to the "guest-book." Go read the message I left for "Mr. Madheed" on the "silly" page of the guest-book and maybe you will learn to be "Happy, Happy, Happy" It is not as if life for you is that bad. Goodness, you could be poor, homeless and hungry. You could be suffering from Cancer and being in a Hosp ice. You could be out of work, or living in an abusive environment. There are so many terrible things that could go wrong in your life and then you would have something to complain about. For now, I am assuming you are fine. So why the heck are you always so negative? and always complaining? Learn to accept me for who I am and stop getting "miffed" over someone who does not make a difference in your life. Go find your smile and sense of humor and bring it back to the gu! ! est-book. Hope to see you soon. God Bless, your Happy "Guest-Book" friend, Jacqueline. "Smile! life is a gift!"
Jacqueline <Mary Markie@aol.com>
USA - Saturday, March 03, 2001 at 05:20:01 (EST)
To my dear "Guest-Book" friend, "Thomas Johnson" - your apologies are accepted. I really do not make an issue of how people spell my name, as long as they do not refer to me as "Jackie" as my name is Jacqueline. Though,if I am in a hurry and I have to sign a card or something, I will sign my name as "Jacquie`" (The French spelling.) However, that is very rare. I am a "Jacqueline." Besides, there are quite a few ways to spell the name "Jacqueline" so do not worry about it. I hope you are doing well and had a great Friday evening. I actually went to a talent show for the Junior high kids - they were really good and creative. Okay I am off for now. God Bless, your friend, Jacqueline.
Jacqueline <Mary Markie@aol.com>
USA - Saturday, March 03, 2001 at 05:17:56 (EST)
To "P Catching" you are way off the mark! I have nothing to do with "Mad-Max." I changed my account so that I could get A.O.L for unlimmited use for only $20.00 per month. When I changed my account, I was unable to use my e-mail of Katherine Markie@aol .com Therefore, I used my other middle name which is "Mary." I have no idea who the heck that Mad-Max or Mr. Madheed are! Besides, my writings are easily identified. I do not think I think or write along the same lines as Mad-Max or Mr.Madheed.If we all p ut our heads together and annaylize their writings then maybe we may be able to solve the great mystery. Have a great day "Mr. P. Catching!
Jacqueline <Mary Markie@aol.com>
USA - Saturday, March 03, 2001 at 05:16:10 (EST)
: Jacqueline, Sorry ISeem to have been spelling your name wrong for quite a while now!(this was brought to my attention by Wimp from Seaham, thanks Wimp, Jacquelin is to much of a Lady to tell me , sorry again Jacqueline I'll try and get it right from now on. p.s. I havn't forgot to answer your "topic" about "can Men & Women be just friends?" It takes a bit of thinking about.
Thomas Johnson
Seaham, - Friday, March 02, 2001 at 18:48:55 (EST)
SO I'm way of the mark am I? Well, two MM's seems a little coincidental. And as for you, Thomas Johnson .........or should we read "John Thomas"? Not the cleverest of disguises for a woman to use. As we say in Seaham - you're utter crap at impressionat ions! Get down to the CooP at the harbour - they're after a doorperson.
: P Catching
Seaham, - Friday, March 02, 2001 at 18:47:32 (EST)
: Jacqueline, thanks for the speedy response! You did manage to satisfy some of my curious thoughts, however, you did also manage to use the phrase "chip on my shoulder" twice in the same reply! Touched a nerve, eh?!? OK, so you covered most points but you never replied to my main question which was asking you why you don't set up your own website/chatroom?!?! Why use the guestbook? Ok, so maybe you raise some discussion points but surely the guestbook exists for people to share their thoughts ab out Seaham and to find people from the past etc etc etc.......In my own lowly personal opinion, I think that some people may actually be refraining from using this service because they think it is being used purely by yourself and your "online pals". Sur ely you must get sick of the constant remarks about you, the nasty comments made etc? Or are you thick skinned? Can you handle the constant jibes? Whilst a lot of folk are joining in with your discussions, others are ma! ! king comments about being a tad fed up with the whole Markie, Madheed, John Armes scenario! And then......yes and then.....you ask us to discuss a topic!!!!!!!!! Of your choice!!!! Think about your own website, Jacqueline............PLEASE!!!
Joan Curtia (neeDuggan) <gingejozee@hotmail.com>
Seaham, - Friday, March 02, 2001 at 18:45:45 (EST)
Jacqueline-I didn't get my wish,which was to be expected really,as several contributors have commented on.Why don't you and preacher Johnson just e.m. each other every few hours and make us all happy.By the way a very interesting point you raised P.Cat ching.
Tony
Spain - Friday, March 02, 2001 at 18:42:51 (EST)
Hi, Anyone remember me, Derek Close. Left Seaham 1969 at age 19 and never came back other than for visits. Lived in Dawdon and went to Camden Square and Seaham North Lea schools. Now work at Aston University in Birmingham.
Derek Close <D.Close@aston.ac.uk>
Studley, Warwickshire UK - Friday, March 02, 2001 at 15:52:42 (EST)
: My Godness! the comments just keep flying - don't they? For heaven's sakes, some of you people must live a very boring life if all you can talk about is "Jacqueline Markie." You say that you are tired of my comments, yet, strange that all you do is d iscuss is my name on the guest-book. Don't some of you have other, more important things to discuss or to write about? Well, perhaps after all, as "Thomas Johnson" says, maybe I am an "asset" to the Guest-book. At least I chit-chat about life and society and not always about an individual who I do not care for. Also, if you have noticed, I have NEVER once, made a rude comment or insult or made one unkind word directed to any "one" person. I think some of you may perhaps be "misjudging" me. If I was a terr ible individual, I think my comments to some people in the guest-book would not be as passive, patient or understanding. Though, again, I live in a large country with so many ethnic groups; that I have learned to just acc! ! ept everyone for who they are - and learned from people. I like to see the good in all people. So come on, people of Seaham, stop having your glass always half empty. Instead, keep it half full - be positive! and stop mis-judging. Have a great day!
Jacqueline <Mary Markie@aol.com>
USA - Friday, March 02, 2001 at 15:49:52 (EST)
P Catching, You're way off the mark with your observation of 2nd March, my enteries dont mean I'm either! If you smell a Rat Mate, I suggest you have a bath, try Fairy soap, it sounds just up your Street!
Thomas Johnson
Ex Seaham, - Friday, March 02, 2001 at 15:47:27 (EST)
Jenny, For a Yorkshire Lassie you seem very shrewd! you must eminate from the Harbour I think you;ve got to much off to be Yorkshire born? you@re very near the mark with most of your observations, indeed I would be honoured to get-together (as you put it) with Jacquiline, not Katherine! which I think was a slip of "the pen" as I think we could all learn a lot from Jacquiline if we READ her missives with an open mind, needless to say I think she has to much off for most of her Critics most of whom see m to just wallow around in an orgy of self-pity. "synical little clever clogs" I'll take that as a compliment! "Old girl like you?" I don't think you're old you write like a woman in her 40s? Anyway thanks for the mention, I am not "casting" now, but how about telling us all a little about Yourself, you dont have to write a book but come on tell us a "wee bit " as my Scottish G/Mother used to say, God bless her!
Thomas Johnson
UK - Friday, March 02, 2001 at 15:46:11 (EST)
Just spent ages reading through the guest book. Didn't realise how many names I can still remeber. Great site, well done Eddie.
D. Donaldson <DD4Phoenix@aol.com>
Salisbury, Wiltshire England - Friday, March 02, 2001 at 07:01:00 (EST)
Jacqueline. What happened to the 2 week break you promised us?
louise wolfe <laiglejuridique@hoynail.com>
paris, france - Friday, March 02, 2001 at 06:58:20 (EST)
: How interesting that both 'Mad Max(ine) and Mary Markie both misspell the word "entries" in the same way. Chance? Coincidence? Freudian slip? Fascinating as well that the recent quiet period on the part of MM (Mad Max) coincided with a period of chat ter on the part of MM (Mary Markie). I smell a rat!
P. Catching
Seaham, - Friday, March 02, 2001 at 06:56:03 (EST)
Well, Well, Well!!! For someone who, apparently is bugging people and who has 'miffed" a few people, I still seem to be the topic of conversation. I have for the past few days kept my entries to limit. I was trying very hard NOT to comment on enteries directed to me. The challenge is too much! If I am annoying, then why do you people continue to mention my name in your entries? If you do not like me, or what I have to say, then just ingore me - simple as that! Yes, I suppose, still after all these year s I do have a "chip on my shoulder" about Seaham and the life I experienced. But, at least I am honest and admit; and am trying with all my heart, to learn to accept Seaham as a great town. As for my enteries, "The first kiss" entry was directed at "Thoma s Johnson" for his challenge on "Women, the Bible and Marriage." So what if I am expressive when answering a comment that is obviously directed at me. Why not be? Or, should I be a frightened mouse and coward and hide b! ! ehind a silly made up e-mail name. No, I will not do that! I will hold my head high, and take the remarks I am given. No, I do not want for people to say, "Ooh, Jacqueline Markie, hasn't she done well." I would like for people to stop being so "petty" and getting miffed over stupid things. If I can admit that I can be a pain in the butt, with my out-spoken personality and know very well that I am just a strong personality type - but that is just me. Then, why can't you people get off my back and accept "O h well... that is just her!" I really mean no harm to anyone or to cause such an offense to anyone.I am actually quite a friendly person and gets along with just about anyone!Perhaps I do go on a bit, but, hey! what can I say? That's me! I have my own uni que individual personality. If I can laugh at my "ditsyness" then why can't you all just humerously accept it. At least I have brought up some very valid and good points in discussions on this guest-book. At least I am not afr! ! aid to say how I see it and to speak out. Also, I may have a bit of a chip on my shoulder, but I rarely hold grudges - so please people, take what I have to say with a sense of humour and smile about it. Life is way too short to be getting miffed with eve ryone you come in contact with, just because they may think a little different to you. Maybe because I live in a huge country and have to deal with all kinds of people every day, that I have "de-sensitised" myself to perhaps the "normal" human race. Of co urse, defining "normal" is very complex. I guess, I just accept everyone for who they are and can laugh and smile at my own mistakes. Have a great day everyone at work or school or whatever you all do - God Bless and goodnight!
Jacqueline <mary markie@aol.com>
USA - Friday, March 02, 2001 at 02:59:53 (EST)
: hi everyone im BACK have you missed me???? nice to see you all again...hi frank...
madmax
- Friday, March 02, 2001 at 02:56:05 (EST)
To Lesley Roberts. Seaham Hall should be opened either late March or early April. Will keep you informed
Sadie M
Seaham, Co Durham UK - Thursday, March 01, 2001 at 19:21:02 (EST)
Don't know if it was mentioned in the news here in Canada we had an earthquake, it was worse in USA, in Seattle it was a 6.8, there was another after shock during the night but a small one no-one felt. All that happened to us was that the house shook, it was a weird feeling and pretty scary. My daughters school didnt suffer, but one High School was evacuated because of cracks in walls. It was nothing compared to India, hopefully we never have to go through that, but it was still scary. It seems everyone is getting upset at JM, I do tend to agree with most that she repeats herself constantly and tends to go on a bit. I usually skim through them because they almost always say the same thing. Hi Colin, havent seen you on the guest book for a while, hope all is well.
Joan <mark_watkinson@telus.net>
Mission, B.C Canada - Thursday, March 01, 2001 at 19:18:55 (EST)
Hi, Seaham. I enjoy reading this Guest book. It’s interesting and at times humorous. Dare I make a few observations? Beardy am I right in saying that in one of your entries you said that there is room on this guest book for everyone. Bible bashers etc. Have you changed your mind? Katherine, some of your thoughts are really interesting but people are right when they say you repeat the same things again and again. I know you hate Clinton, you love Bush, you are a Catholic and a wonderful person who does great work for charities etc. etc. Do you have to tell us so often? Shame because you can be really witty and original when you want to be. Thomas, you seem to be a bit of a cynical little clever glogs and far too smart for an old girl like me to fathom. I think you enjoy going ‘fishing’ quite a lot and I wonder where you will cast your bait next time. Perhaps you and Katherine should get together you seem to be well matched. Alan, stay with us. Ignore those ‘negative’ ! ! jibes.
Jenny <murielroy@gunhill.freeserve.co.uk.uk>
Yorkshire - Thursday, March 01, 2001 at 19:16:27 (EST)
: Does anyone know when Seaham Hall is supposed to open up?
Lesley Roberts <ladyboss67@yahoo.co.uk>
Phoeniz, Arizona - Thursday, March 01, 2001 at 19:14:04 (EST)
: I would love to add to the guestbook but my messages don't seem to be appearing! Are you trying to tell me something?!?!
Joanne Curtis (nee Duggan) <: I would love to add to the guestbook but my messages don't seem to be appearing! gingejozee@hotma il.com>
Seaham, - Thursday, March 01, 2001 at 19:11:31 (EST)
To Jacqueline:- You seem to have given into temptation so quickly, my dear. You managed not to "zip in" to the guestbook for at least 24 hours! I don't want to appear rude or offensive in any way but I am curious to know why you don't just open up y our own website or chatroom?? Picture it now.....www.jackie-markie-kingdom.com. You tell us so often about your life both past and present. Indeed, you tell us so many personal things about yourself such as your first kiss etc. Yet all the time you se em to have a huge chip on your shoulder about Seaham and you are telling these very personal things to people that you probably don't even like?!?!! Why is that? What do you crave? Do you want people to say "Oooh Jackie Markie, hasn't she done well?" Like I say, I'm not aiming to be rude.....I am just slightly curious!
: Joanne Curtis (nee Duggan) <gingejozee@hotmail.com>
Seaham, - Thursday, March 01, 2001 at 19:08:45 (EST)
I thought that if you had an accoustic guitar, it meant that you were a protest singer? Discuss. FANTASTIC!
: Capt Fantastic!
Seaham, - Thursday, March 01, 2001 at 19:06:17 (EST)
Skipper I missed a bit out, the bowler was Harold Larwood Regards Oz-Brian
Oz-Brian
South Australia - Thursday, March 01, 2001 at 19:03:42 (EST)
Hi-Skipper , Yes I have played the game , have you ? you didn't answer .but you are wrong ,I criticised your opinions and gave you facts.Heres a couple more ,in 1948,"the Don" let Lindwall & Miller loose on the poms the Aussies made a cleansweep of it, Aussies ALL -- England non !!!they got Bradman out but they couldn't take it , nothing much has changed has it ? .English batsman Wally Hamond stated "if bodyline had continued he would have got out of the game".English fast bowler stated "I do not know of any batsman facing bodyline bowling who is not of the opinion, that it will kill cricket. Of course it didn't but in 1932 Jardine was flirting with the rules that applied at that time , Regards Oz-Brian
Oz-Brian
South Australia - Thursday, March 01, 2001 at 19:02:12 (EST)
To Jacqueline:- Unless someone is impersonating you the "Markie free week" has gone incredibly quick. It lasted all of 24 hours! You are a very curious character, Miss Markie. I often wonder why you don't just open up your own website or chat room? ?? Why do you get such a "kick" out of the Seaham Guestbook? Please don't take offence, I don't mean to be rude, I am just very curious. You tell the whole population of Seaham about your life so many times: about everything from your first kiss, your school days, who you remember from school, etc right through to your hectic life today in America. That does not seem odd I suppose apart from the fact that you seem to cover the same issues time and time again. Why is that? You always seem to have a h uge chip on your shoulder about your days in Seaham yet you can't resist signing in every day to see if anyone on the guest book is taking the bait. What is it that you crave? Do you just want people from school days ! ! to say "Wow, isn't Jackie Markie a strong character these days and hasn't she done well for herself? Who would have thought eh?" You say that you don't sit at your pc for 4 hours a day typing your messages but you do seem to be slightly obsessed! Like I say, I'm just curious....................
Joanne Curtis (nee Duggan) <gingejozee@hotmail.com>
Seaham, - Thursday, March 01, 2001 at 18:59:54 (EST)
Jacquiline Hope you carry on for many years contributing to this Guest-page, ignore the negative criticism from doubtful sources you are an asset to this page, "lang may your lum reek" which is similar to the greeting "
Thomas Johnson
- Thursday, March 01, 2001 at 11:04:50 (EST)
Tony from Spain, Your last para. on your letter of 28th Feb, states "this is prob. the last contribution I shall make to the web site" Is that a promise? or are you just saying that to make us all feel good?
Thomas Johnson
Ex Seaham, - Thursday, March 01, 2001 at 11:01:47 (EST)
Ms.Markie, I am tired of your philosophic drivel, and that of your impersonator, but am nevertheless grateful for two things. One, you don't live next door to me with your interminable dribbling at the mouth, and two, you live in America where your rel igious ravings probably go unnoticed among a nation beset by similar religious cranks.For your god's sake woman, put a sock in it!
Colin <nobby@paradise.net.nz>
- Thursday, March 01, 2001 at 03:32:25 (EST)
Dear "John Armes" or Mr. Madheed, I have left you a message on the "silly" page of the guest-book. I explained I did send you an e-mail from the e-mail address you left with your message to me on this "silly" page of the guest-book. Anyway, it was retu rned to me from "Mailer-Damon" saying address unknown. Otherwords it would not go thru. Anyway, read you message on the "silly" page. It is a nice message, but I do not want to repeat myself. Take Care and God Bless, your friend, Jacqueline.
Jacqueline <Mary Markie@aol.com>
USA - Thursday, March 01, 2001 at 03:30:58 (EST)
Ms Markie. Simply - Guest books are made for guest contributions. Note in capitals! GUEST. Do as Tony requests and make thousand happy plus some other erstwhile contributors instead ohogging a guest book for people who aren't apparently good enough for you!
Stan Cooper <: swcooper@cs.com>
Sale, - Wednesday, February 28, 2001 at 13:04:07 (EST)
No doubt about it Don Bradman was the finest batsman of his era and a Gentleman "to boot" It is always difficult to make comparisons with Players of different era's but another "great2cwho springs to mind is W.G.Grace but as I've said comparisons are difficult
Thomas Johnson
ex Seaham, - Wednesday, February 28, 2001 at 13:02:34 (EST)
: I think it is very patronizing to be given a discussion topic, particularly by someone who is so illogical. We people of Seaham are capable of discussing lots of topics without supervision. Some of us have been outside of the town for up to two weeks at a time.
seahamer- with -brain
seaham, - Wednesday, February 28, 2001 at 13:01:09 (EST)
Okay "Tony" from Spain - You know I actually get a "kick" out of this guest-book. Finally, I can be out-spoken in Seaham and finally, no-one cares! Anyway, I will give myself a challenge (not a biggy - so it is really no challenge, nevertheless I will do it)I will stay off the guest-book for one week, starting after this entry. Oh, second thoughts, a challenge for me, is not to respond to comments directed to myself. So, I may read the guest-book, I will not enter any comments. There you go... You have got your wish. I can take a "bloody hint!" Thomas Johnson, sorry dear, but I am to take a break - people are getting annoyed with me. I think some people should lightened up! Wake up and smell the coffee! and put on a smile and be cheerful. My goodness, life is too short to be getting miffed with every person who bugs you. Today is Lent, so Tony you will be in my prayers. Bye... See ya'll next week! Jacqueline....
Jacqueline <: Mary Markie@aol.com>
USA - Wednesday, February 28, 2001 at 12:59:38 (EST)
Bloody hell can't you take a hint Markie you talk about zipping on to the Seaham G.B. A zip is designed to come up and down very quickly. Have you never thought for sake of the normal contributors to this Guest book, to try and apply the same principle to the overwhelming time that you spend on this priveleged facility for normal Seaham contributors.Please there must be some web sites in that 'Gods'country you are now living in that have not yet been subjected to your 'preachings'.Or are I'am being conned by some 'entity' that does'nt really exist.Please Markie try tapping into the millions of American Guest books who have not yet heard of you.You will have a bloody field day.From what I can gather from your 'lessons' you did not have a very nice time of it when you lived in Seaham,so why the hell do you spend so much time on their guest book.I was born in Seaham and have so many happy memories of that great town,the people the culture,and I also have the privel! ! ege of being the son of a pitman,Ralph Winship who finished his mining career at the pithead baths at Vane Tempest.This is the longest and probably the last contribution I will make to my newly discovered web site,simply because I have not got the patienc e or the time to read 'War and Peace'again.
Tony again
Spain - Wednesday, February 28, 2001 at 03:45:14 (EST)
Dearest "Thomas Johnson" Maybe I should swallow my a bit of my pride - I think a little bit - just a little bit, maybe a wee bit of my heart is in Seaham. However, I would never feel comfortable living back in Seaham as too many years have gone by. I w ould miss the States too much. Besides, what work is there for me in Seaham. No one is Seaham wants to have a Missionary worker or an out-spoken conservative Catholic or someone who is Republican. The British think we, Americans are too loud and obnoxious . I am also an American. I have a loyality to this country also. I waited too long to become a citizen and to finally feel "I belong." Maybe in another 10 years time I may feel different. Besides, I love to travel. If I leave America it would be to go to the developing countries to do Humanitarian work. I could never settle in Seaham for a long period of time and be happy. I would be too bored and I think people would get annoyed with me, and before I know it, I would n! ! ot be wanted. Remember, Seaham is a small town and people know everyone and everything that goes on. Small town folk do not like change or new and different people trying to change things. Sorry Thomas, we can be friends over the guest-book. But I do so m uch enjoy chit-chatting" to you and to others. Thank you for your sincere kindness. (Also, this is really me. I am being sincere.) I will e-mail you, if you wish, to let you know that this is me. God Bless,your friend - Jacqueline Katherine Mary Markie.
Jacqueline <Katherine Markie@aol.com>
USA - Wednesday, February 28, 2001 at 03:42:37 (EST)
HEY! FOLKS! I have a great topic to discuss. Unfortunately it is not an original; but it is worth a discussion over. "Can Men and Women be "Just Friends." Or, is that almost impossible due to the lack of control men have with their hormonal system.?" I say that men and women who are attracted to each other can still be "just friends." What do you have to say? The topic is controversial and one sided - I did that purposely to try to get some Independent Thinking going on. I mean you guys do not wish to discuss Politics, or Religion, besides we have just had a Religious debate. Or even I do not think you care to discuss society. So, here is a discussion - I am challenging you with.
Jacqueline <Katherine markie@aol.com>
USA - Wednesday, February 28, 2001 at 03:37:53 (EST)
To "John Armes" or "Mr. Madheed" Or "JA" Whatever! Anyway, I e-mailed you today from the e-mail address you left on the "silly" page of the guest-book. I hope you get the e-mail. It is long.... but what else could you expect from me, who loves to "drib ble!" and "chitty-chat!" Anyway, I hope you enjoy it and do e-mail me soon. Your friend, Jacqueline Katherine Mary Markie. As if no-one knows my name by now! At least I have never hid behind a fake e-mail. When I have something to say, I say it and do not hide behind what I say.
Jacqueline <: Katherine markie@aol.com>
USA - Wednesday, February 28, 2001 at 03:35:50 (EST)
God please help us poor souls on the Seaham guest book we now have a Mr.Katherine Katherine Markie @ aol.com
Tony <: tony@guadalmina.com>
San Pedro, Malaga Spain - Wednesday, February 28, 2001 at 03:34:00 (EST)
: "Bodyline Tour" Australia 1 v England 4. Englands captain Douglas Jardine was told to win the ashes "by any means necessary", which meant stop Bradman "by any means necessary". So they did. Don Bradman was and will probably always be the finest batsman ever to play the game of cricket. Even though he was an Australian/Royalist/Anti-Catholic. Still...R.I.P...Sir Don.
joe
- Wednesday, February 28, 2001 at 03:32:19 (EST)
There was a slight error on my vacation dates - My parents are visiting me in the Good Old USA March 27th thru April 3rd. So I think I will be so busy entertaining my mom and dad, that I will not have time to get on the guest-book. Better yet, they alr eady know how out-spoken, vivacious and opinionated I am - they read my letters! So why would I want them to see the guest-book. Hey, folks, I am so excited! I can be my parents very own personal tour guide! They can hear me "chitter-chatter" from 5.15am until the wee hours in the morning! I have not been home for almost 10 years and that was the last time I saw my parents - when I was just 22 years old. Here I am a 32 year old woman! Jesus, Mary and Joseph! I am so excited! I am bouncing off the walls - no need for the Coffee-mocha at Starbucks. I am already hypo as it is. So, there you go folks, you will have a whole week break from me in a few weeks time. Until then, I am still zipping in and out of the guest-book pa! ! ges. Thank you again Thomas Johnson for your continious support. I think people really do enjoy reading what I have to say - most of the time. At least I add " ZEST" and "SPICE" into the guest-book. So come on, come up with another topic to discuss. Have a great evening everyone. I am off to have my last chocolate-chip cookie. I am giving them up for lent, as well as meat and coffee
Jacqueline <Katherine markie@aol.com>
USA - Wednesday, February 28, 2001 at 03:30:49 (EST)
To Nigel Steel. Thanks for the apology but there was no need. You just caught me on a bad day and it was a long time ago.Regards Sadie
Sadie M
Seaham, Co Durham UK - Tuesday, February 27, 2001 at 17:49:17 (EST)
: Mr Oz - sorry, didn't realise it was a genuine surname.You criticise my 'facts' but all you offer in exchange is opinion. Are you suggesting that at the time in question the use of leg theory was illegal in cricket ...... surely, even in your country no-one holds that to be a fact. As to your implication that bowling at a batsman's body is unusual - have you ever actually played the game?
Skipper <batsman@wicket.com>
England - Tuesday, February 27, 2001 at 17:46:43 (EST)
Hello Jacqueline,I'm very well thanks. Iwill pass on your regards to Paul and Richie.Idon't see much of the others you mentioned,i see them occasionally and they are all fine with families of their own. Hello Jacqueline,I'm very well thanks. Iwill pass on your regards to Paul and Richie.Idon't see much of the others you mentioned,i see them occasionally and they are all fine with families of their own.
Lynn <: George @Adcock45.Freeserve.co.uk>
Seaham, Co Durham UK - Tuesday, February 27, 2001 at 17:44:33 (EST)
Hello England. I love beer me.
Ted McKrilly <moomin@intel.com>
: Nozzinagriba, Cassro Turkey - Tuesday, February 27, 2001 at 13:19:13 (EST)
I do enjoy reading the Guestbook and to those who say that a certain lady is monopolising it, I say rubbish, I think we all enjoy reading Jacquiline's missives and whilst they may be controversial, I believe they are honestly given, so lets have critic ism of a CONSTRUCTIVE nature less please of this back-stabbing,we all saw where it got the Romans. I believe that we all have priorities in life and different people have different ideas on what they should be! So I would like to ask Jacquiline, just what are your priorities in general, or anyone else like to state theirs? I'll start by outlining briefly my own. First and foremost I believe in Familiesand my own is my foremost one in life, secondly is my faith, not only in God but in the sanctuary of life in all its forms, a lot of People might think I have these two in the wrong order,but that is the way I have them and the way I prefer them, I also believe in those old virtues of faith hope and above all Charity, a little more of the latter would not come amiss to some of the contributors to this Guestbook, also a bit of "give and take" in the correct manner, lets agree to disagree in an agreeable manner. So to Jacquiline I would say you are getting there, come back to Seaham (if you so desire it)and start courting a nice Seaham Laddie, I know your heart is still here, come and join us, good luck and Godbless and God bless Seaham
Thomas Johnson
Ex Seaham - Tuesday, February 27, 2001 at 13:16:54 (EST)
: Mr Madheed, If you havn't got anything constructive to say you'd be better to say nothing at all, which on the other hand is what you are really saying, stick to things you know something about, like for instance that great Football club at the Stad ium of Light!
Thomas Johnson
- Tuesday, February 27, 2001 at 13:14:37 (EST)
Oz Brian, Glad to hear you're all in one piece Mate! How are things down/under in the Colonies?
Thomas Johnson
Ex Seaham, - Tuesday, February 27, 2001 at 13:12:57 (EST)
There is a God-A whole weeks break from the 24th.till 31st best news on the guest book since it's inception.Lets have a party.
Tony
Spain - Tuesday, February 27, 2001 at 13:11:42 (EST)
Hey ! skipper Well spotted , yes I'm an Australian sprung from the loins of Deneside. Do you play cricket ? or are you a fan ? either way you should check your facts . The mark of the man was as you said ,"the whole world had to change the way cricket was played " you were right there .The plan hatched by your Mr Jardine ,was to contain the great man ,by packing the leg side field and aiming for his body , it worked,he was out for a daffy duck first ball,the second innings he was 103 not out,in the ser ies he managed another 3 x 50's . I don't know where your sour grapes are coming from but you are out of step with the English cricket elite and Wisden . He was never humbled on a cricket pitch but he was a humble man ,he made 6996 runs in 52 Test matches ,really mate ! Regards Oz-Brian
Oz Brian
South Australia - Tuesday, February 27, 2001 at 07:54:43 (EST)
To "Mr. Madheed" Let me tell you, to your surprise I do have a life! A very busy one at that. Nor, do I sit for 4 hours typing on this guest book. I zip on it during the morning before work. Then, I zip on it in the evening - like now - after my work a nd after working out at the health club. Or after, I have been helping someone at the crisis center. At weekends, I have a little more flexability - with my schedule, therefore, I like to zip on this page and see who has been on and answer any comments di rected to me. As for a "sad-loser" you know! better yet, I am not going to comment. I am going to try to live by my "lenton" challenge. "Be delicate and courteous, even when being provoked." I think, if you are the person I think you are, (and I will not reveal you - I may be cross with you, but I still believe in giving everyone their human dignity they deserve, so out of human respect I am not going to say who I think you are.)But I think we both know that I have work! ! ed extremely hard at earning my Degree and working here in the States and doing the work that I do. It is not the best paid work - but it is work that is rewarding. I enjoy and love with all my heart working with the poor and working with children. I love being a "Substitute Mother." Especially to the poorer children. All they want is to be loved and understood. Aside from my work - I absolutely love my free-time and my interests and visiting with my friends. I have a wonderful life. At times it is very b usy and other times it is rather quiet. A loser - no! I would have been a loser if I gave upon myself or life. I did not. I am sorry you still feel such hatred toward me that you must lower yourself and use unkind words. You were once a nice person - and I bet deep down you still are. Anyway, folks, guess what? the week of March 24th through 31st either my parents are coming over to visit me. Or, I will be away doing some Missionary work for one week either in North Dakota or ! ! Minnesota. So! people! that means in a few weeks time you will have 7 days break from me! Until then, I enjoy zipping in and out of this page. I am very expressive and fully believe in expressing opinions. Sorry to the ones who get annoyed with me. But at least I am kind and not so offensive. Please give me some credit - I am not all that bad! Or, am I? Goodnight all and God Bless!
Jacqueline <: Katherine Markie@aol.com>
USA - Tuesday, February 27, 2001 at 05:11:45 (EST)
: OZ Brian thanks for your email via Shirley i am still having problems with my surver i will get in touch as soon as i can regards to you 7 Angela Margaret
margaret jones <marga.gos@libertysurf>
selby, west yorkshire england - Monday, February 26, 2001 at 19:46:42 (EST)
Well, Oz Brian. I take it that you're from Australia as opposed to being related to a wizard from Kansas. Easy to forget , is it not, that the whole world had to change it's way of playing cricket because your Mr Bradman couldn't play a ball pitched on , or just outside leg. Have the great man fail in front of his home crowd? See a demi god humbled? Lets change the rules to avoid embarassing him! Perhaps now we can return to leg theory and we'll see who the 'all rounders' are.
The Skipper <batsman@wicket.com>
England - Monday, February 26, 2001 at 19:44:44 (EST)
Ms Markie I have been visiting the guest book for a few months now. Why don’t you try reading through your previous entries and see if you can stay awake long enough to get through them all. I can’t disagree with most of what you have to say, but you continually re peat and occasionally contradict yourself. On one of your recent quotes we do agree, and that is that all of us are different. Thank goodness for that. If everyone used the guest book as you do, it would be like reading War and Peace. Please give us a bre ak. Take another holiday – sorry vacation. Luv xxx
Beardy <: peterb@rolt200.fsnet.co.uk>
Cheshire England - Monday, February 26, 2001 at 19:42:28 (EST)
CAN I SAY JACKIE, YOU ARE ONE SAD LOSER. WHY THE HELL WOULD U SIT AND TYPE 4 HOURS ON END ON THIS WEB SITE. GET A LIFE!!!!. ANY WAY, THERES ME OFF 2 GET SOME LCL, NEE WAY.
MR MADHEED
SEAHAM, DURHAM ENGLAND - Monday, February 26, 2001 at 19:40:14 (EST)
Brian Rowell The email wasn't for you it was for OZ Brian Tobin South Australia sorry if you got it wrong
margaret jones <marga.gos@libertysurf.co.uk>
sowerby bridge, yorkshire england - Monday, February 26, 2001 at 19:38:10 (EST)
Anybody who has any sense of history, tradition and indeed cares about Seaham, would do well to read the Banner Fund Page. Whilst the coal mines was hardly the perfect working enviroment, there is little doubt the entire, history of the town is to be seen on those standards.Enough sacrifice was made by the people of this town, both men & women, to ensure the coal owners were kept in luxury. Those banners were earned by the blood, sweat & toil of generations of miners and the least we can do is to attempt to restore them to there rightful glory. Good luck and well done Albert. kept coming
joe
- Monday, February 26, 2001 at 19:35:34 (EST)
If only St. Katherine would live by Mother Theresa's precepts we wouldn't be in this fine mess!
Stan Cooper <swcooper@cs.com>
Sale UK - Monday, February 26, 2001 at 19:34:01 (EST)
: "Lynne Lyons" hope you get this message. I hope you are well - please give my kindest regards to Richard Whitmore - I remember I enjoyed listening to him speak with his Nottingham accent. He was in my form class and also in my English class with Mr. Macneeny and also with Mrs. Cairns - I think he had a small crush on her. She was a young teacher and new to the school. Richard use to make fun of the way I read/spoke. He said I spoke "posh." My word, I would hate to hear the fun he would make of me now . I do not sound completely American, nor, do I sound as if I came from the north of England. My accent is a funny mixture of different accents. Also, please give kind regards to Paul Macgann - I remember him too. I remember too much of school days. If my memory was as good at remembering directions as I do of school days and 'dates' of the years/history etc.. I would be in great shape for being an excellent navigator! As it is, it takes me forever to learn my way aroun! ! d places. Though, thank Goodness, that driving in America I think is a lot easier than back home. I do not have to figure out those "round abouts!" Take care!
Jacqueline <Katherine Markie@aol.com>
USA - Monday, February 26, 2001 at 14:13:46 (EST)
: In the words of a well known sitcom actor 'I don't believe it'.She doesn't want to say anything about Bill Clinton and then proceeds to wax lyrical about how he has been a complete disgrace to the country.Katherine you replied to several visitors tha t you are going to try and cool down a bit,then promptly gave a whole 'lesson' on Mother Theresa,followed by a chapter on the 'chatty wife subject'. I have only been visiting the G.B.for several days and already I'am becoming fed up with your ramblings,remember you are supposed to be guest, what is it with you? no wonder people are dismissing or scrolling the reams of 'markiania' and subsequently not visiting the G.B. Come on Katherine be a girl of your word and restrict your visits and irrelevent 'dribble' to messages that people will be interested in,leave the so called 'Zest'for cooking those famous Amereican 'fruit cakes'
Tony
Spain - Monday, February 26, 2001 at 14:11:11 (EST)
Havev just been reading the Miners Banner Fund pages, seems like a grand idea, but why Oh Why are there no Ladies on the Board of Trustees? Seaham owes as much to its Ladies (past&present as it does to its Menfolk, So come on you Menfolk draft a few of the lassies onto the Board of Trustees! They will be an asset to the scheme!
Thomas Johnson
Ex Seaham, - Monday, February 26, 2001 at 14:09:10 (EST)
Thomas Johnson ,No I haven't lost my tongue , in fact all my bits are still intact, thanks for the concern Regards Oz-Brian
Oz Brian
South Australia - Monday, February 26, 2001 at 14:07:47 (EST)
Hey Skipper, You joined with this sports mad country Australia to mourn the death of Sir Donald Bradman, and indeed he was good chap as you said. But really it's difficult to criticise a man who scored 117 Test centuries, had a Test average of 99.94 sc ored a record 334 in a Test ,against England,hit a first class record 452 runs. Hardly a weak point in his technique to amass that kind of run haul. If your comment about a suspect leg side action,refers to the infamous bodyline series , he still had a 56 .57 run average. A point of interest relating to the man's greatness, 50 years after his career ended he was still devoting 4hrs a day to answer fan mail . Ain't that something ! Regards Oz-Brian
Oz Brian
South Australia - Monday, February 26, 2001 at 14:06:41 (EST)
Hi ! Margaret ,We sent you an E-Mail via your friend Shirley I,m not sure if your service provider is suspect , perhaps the E-Mail will help to solve your problem Regards Oz-Brian
Oz Brian
South Australia - Monday, February 26, 2001 at 14:04:36 (EST)
To The Dear People of This Wonderful "Guest-Book" I thought that before people start becoming annoyed again, (with people like myself!) due to the lack of the ability to have patience and most of all Tolerance for each other. I will post these words of "Mother Theresa" that I found in my prayer book. It is an excellent exercise to practice during the 6 weeks of Lent. Or, even anytime of the year and during our lives.(Christians and non-Christians alike.) Please Note* My intentions are not to be ramming God down people's throats - my intentions are to encourage tolerance. Also, Please Note* you will notice that even "I" have a most difficult time trying to follow these rules of humility - In some cases, I am so guilty - it is not even funny! But I have the humility to admit it! Here goes... Mother Theresa gave her sisters in the order the following rules to follow in order to practice "Humility." 1. Speak as little as possible about yourself. 2. Keep busy with your own affairs and not those of others. 3. Avoid Curiosity. 4. Do n ot interfere in the affairs of others. 5. Accept small irritations with good humor. 6. Do not dwell on the faults of others. 7. Accept censures even if unmerited. 8. Give in to the Will of others. 9. Accept insults and injuries. 10. Accept contempt, being forgotten and disregarded. 11. Be courteous and delicate even when provoked by others. 12. Do not seek to be admired and loved. 13. Do not protect yourself behind your own dignity. 14. Give in, in discussions, even when you are right. 15. Choose always t he more difficult task. It is about 9.00pm here in Chicago and I am off to sleep very soon. I did want to write something about Bill Clinton for our American visitors to this guest-book, but, I won't -simply because it is not ! ! nice. Now even the Democrat supporters are wishing they did not protect him during the Impeachments. They are now realizing that his ethical code is zero! If he had been impeached, none of these "Bribe Pardons" would have occured. Bill Clinton certainly i s going down in history. As he said, he is still in Washington and he is not going anywhere! Democrats, please realize former President Clinton has just been a complete disgrace to this country. I think President Bush will be able to do a whole lot better - we hope, but time will tell.
Jacqueline <Katherine markie@aol.com>
USA - Monday, February 26, 2001 at 02:31:03 (EST)
: Hi Nigel Steel (stella),you weren't a bad lad at school. how u doing? your'e right maureen didn't marry richie, i'm still in touch with richie he drinks in the george with paul mcgann as i work there. they are always reminissing about school and the good old days,you,d think we were ancient wouldn't you.
Lynn Lyons <George @Adcock45.Freeserve.co.uk>
Seaham, Co Durham England - Monday, February 26, 2001 at 02:27:39 (EST)
: Very sad to hear about the death of Sir Donald Bradman. A good chap to have in the team though sadly weak on his leg side. Perhaps now we can return leg theory to it's rightful place in the game. We've pandered to these Australians enough! Yours resp ectfully. The Skipper
The Skipper <batsman@wicket.com>
Cheltenham England - Sunday, February 25, 2001 at 18:20:12 (EST)
To "Nigel Steel" You know, I am trying to think back and come to think of it, you were not really a bad lad in school. I hope you are doing well these days. My goodness, what on earth must you think of me? I think I must have done a 180 degrees turn ar ound since school days. Though, I think that is a very good thing! Remember at school I was a scared frightened mouse. Oh, my gosh, I remember in our 1st yr at school, I must have done something awful to the kids in our form class, because for whatever re ason, that Denise Summerbell and Susan Frater, got the whole class not to speak to me. It went on for about almost 1 week. It was so hurtful! I tell you, kids can be so cruel to each other - and that has never changed. Mind you, I think at the time Denise and Susan were just being spiteful. Anyway, I so glad I am not the young girl I was. Though, maybe some people on this guest-book would like me to be more quiet!
Jacqueline <Katherine Markie@aol.com>
USA - Sunday, February 25, 2001 at 18:18:01 (EST)
Dear "Thomas Johnson" Perhaps you and I are becoming some sort of friends these days - even though we disagree with each other on quite a few topics and have, at one time been rather "snippy" to each other. It was delightful and encouraging to read tha t you "support" my out-spoken opinions and assertivenss on this "guest-book" that otherwise, might be rather boring. Thank you so much for your kindness. Also, at this moment for your friend who has not spoken to his "chitty-chatty" wife as he does not wa nt ot interupt her, I suggest he becomes less henpecked, and more assertive and motivated. I suggest he uses his tongue wisely and says something to his wife who likes to talk too much. They are obviously lacking in communication skills with each other - if he does not do anything about it - they might as well not carry on with the marriage. Oh, Whoops! am I implying "divorce?" when I am devoute Catholic.. Okay, Thomas, what are your feelings on that one?
Jacqueline <: Katherine Markie@aol.com>
USA - Sunday, February 25, 2001 at 18:15:46 (EST)
To "Stan" and "others" complainning about me dominating the Seaham "Guest-Book" You know, I really try not to, if you can find it to believe it in your heart. It is just I always, or rather, most often, have an answer to things and... I also like to pe rsonally answer people on the guest-book you leave me messages. That is why you will see 2 or 3 or sometimes 4 messages the same day around the same time. I personally answer everyones comments toward me - at least I am being polite! and... at least I alw ays have something to say, wheather it is worthwhile or not. Otherwise, the guest-book does get filled with people just writing in asking if they know such and such, or, tracing back their family tree and there are never any exciting topics to discuss. I am sure not all the people of Seaham, (present or past) are narrow minded, or do not care to debate on a controversial topic. It is fun! and it gets people to participate. I mean, maybe I have become just too Americaniz! ! ed, and like to express opinions too much - I don't know. Needless to say, I am sorry if I dominate the "guest-book" too much; but I thought I added some "Zest" to the book. I will try to cool down a bit.
Jacqueline <Katherine Markie@aol.com>
USA - Sunday, February 25, 2001 at 18:13:35 (EST)
Oz Brian did you forget to answer my emails
margaret jones <marga.gos@libertysurf.co.uk>
west yorkshire england - Sunday, February 25, 2001 at 18:11:00 (EST)
: Oz Brian have you stopped sending me emails or is it my server that is not working margaret
margaret jones <marga.gos@libertysurf.co.uk.>
- Sunday, February 25, 2001 at 18:09:07 (EST)
Oz Brian, You're quiet Digger, the Cat got your tongue?
Thomas Johnson
Ex Seaham, UK - Sunday, February 25, 2001 at 12:03:51 (EST)
Oz Brian, You're quiet Digger, the Cat got your tongue?
Thomas Johnson
Ex Seaham, UK - Sunday, February 25, 2001 at 12:02:20 (EST)
: There has been a few complaints on the Guestbook about all the "Humps" at Dalton-le-Dale, no I dont mean the Residents, I mean those hideous humps on the Road! The Residents oviously asked for them and yes the cost was born by us! If they wanted to k eep us Motorists from passing through they should have built a 12ft. high wall around the place. I often pass through that way(I dont stop as the people there are so unsociable and boring, all they talk about is money (their God it seems, walking the Do ggie (picking up with their pooper scoops) and are all totally boring peasants (with a small p ) No Dalton-le- Dale keep your little Village to yourselves, You all deserve each other
Thomas Johnson
Ex Seaham, UK - Sunday, February 25, 2001 at 12:00:59 (EST)
Right you lot...My Dad is bigger than your Dad and he will bash you all. He's got a tank as well.
Curious Orange <BillyBoy@Ibrox>
Ibrox, yep Scotland - Sunday, February 25, 2001 at 07:14:08 (EST)
Well said Stan,I'am sure you echo the sentiments of many a visitor to the Guest Book
tony
Guadalmina - Sunday, February 25, 2001 at 07:11:16 (EST)
Joe, You've guessed it Mate, I am a dab hand at the old fishing lark and I do get a few "bites" life would be rather dull if we were all the same wudn't it? To those moaning about Jacquiline monopolising these pages I would say she definitly is an ass et to this Guest book and whilst I dont agree with all her preachings she does talk a "lot of sense" and I will keep trying to make her adopt a more Liberal attitude. she recently asked what the "royal we " meant. Well Jacquiline it was a term often used by Queen Victoria when she wanted to express an opinion and was meant to mean from her and Albert! as though poor Albert wasn't allowed to express his own opinion (probably henpecked poor soul) On a lighter note I have a friend who recently told me he hadn't spoken to his Wife for over 12 Months! When I asked him Why not? He said "He didn't like interrupting her!" Any comment Jacquiline?
Thomas Johnson
- Sunday, February 25, 2001 at 07:09:47 (EST)
Jaquliien thank,s for your words of wisdom thinking back i dont think i was a bad lad at school. I forgot all about througing a bottle so sorry Saide As for David Carr and David Niernz i,ve never seen them for ages. I dont think Richie marriied Maurien Laws. Hope you are well got to go now bye
Nigel Steel <: nnsteel@paksidecres.fsnt.co.uk>
Seaham near rhe Hamlet of Dalton le Dale, - Sunday, February 25, 2001 at 07:07:26 (EST)
Thomas Johnson, ever thought of taking up fishing, you'll be a dab hand with the amount of bites you appear to be getting. Anyway, as a socialist, equality for all...
Joe
- Sunday, February 25, 2001 at 04:23:13 (EST)
I think some of the ladies on here, perticularly the yankees need a man. Why don't you visit e-bridegrooms of england at http://members.tripod.co.uk/ugli and find yourselves a lovely gentle english man.
mr e <: e-bridegroom@amorous.com>
Seaham, Durham UK - Sunday, February 25, 2001 at 04:22:10 (EST)
I think the Seaham "Guest-Book" is the BEST thing that ever happened to Seaham! It is certainly encouraging "Independent Thinking." Which is not only healthy, it is important to ourselves and to society. Why would we all want to think the same anyway? We are not carbon copies of each other. We each have our own mind and own free will. We can learn so much from each other by being allowed to freely express our views, feelings and opinions. I was just telling a friend in an e-mail that when I was growing up, in my home I was not really allowed to freely express my opinions - it was seen as "cheeky." Therefore, independent thinking was obviously not at all encouraged or part of "me." I think, this was an injustice, because I did not learn how to express m yself, or developed opinions (or even self-confidence and a good self esteem or image of myself) that differed from those of my parents. I really did not "think!" and consequently, saw the world as very small and "black! ! and white" and no grey areas. Encouraging Independent thinking and expression of one's true inner feelings helps one to be compassionate, sensitive and tolerable. Our world is very large with millions of differences in culture, language, race, religions, traditions and social and economical environments. I think it is important that we all have our own ideas, in order to compromise and come up with solutions to solve problems. All of our ideas are different, yet, they are all good ideas and good ideas put together, are able, for the most part to come up with a wonderful solution to solve issue. I know here in America, though some of the schools and education are not the best, the teachers really encourage expression and independent thinking - it cultivate s individualism. I am all for it! Let us see what other issues we can come up with to discuss.
Jacqueline <: Katherine Markie@aol.com>
USA - Saturday, February 24, 2001 at 19:19:01 (EST)
To "Victoria." Okay, you have "got me" a little bit - just a little mind you! However, remember you and I, are two totally different individuals as we all are. Of course we hold differences of opinions and that is OKAY! I think what I mean that women s hould be able to support themeselves,I am referring to those women who do not think they have to work and really do thing that getting married means "security" - that the man will automatically take care of all her every needs. Women should take business and financial courses to understand and learn about money and insurances and stocks, retirement funds etc... Women need to know that getting married is not "security" and being cared for - Marriage is love and "Team work." Also, though I believe very stro ngly that the word "obey" in marriage vows is a sign of "owner-ship" I do not believe, however, that taking your husbands name is sign of "ownership." Just as in Ballroom dancing, the gentleman takes the lead, I think g! ! entlemen should also take the lead in marriage. Though, I realize I am kind of contridicting myself - as I say that marriage is equal "team-work." I suppose, I am just kind of old fashioned in someways. Oh my! there you go! I am stummped for words! What h umility I am forced to have! Hey and Lent begins this Wednesday and guess what task I got at my Rosary Prayer group last night? It is to practice Humility to whole 6 weeks of lent and.... to be delicate and kind even when being challenged and provoked. I wonder if I can achieve this hard task for my out-spoken personality. I am glad Victoria that you are a strong independant woman. People like you really help to put a balance in our society and help to encourage "thinking." Good for you. Always challenge others opinions if you question them. Oh too, yes, it was rather harsh of me to judge Seaham men. What I should say, is that I would not feel comfortable dating a man from Seaham. Why? because I am happy dating Americans as I ! ! am more American than British.
Jacqueline <: Katherine Markie@aol.com>
USA - Saturday, February 24, 2001 at 19:16:35 (EST)
: Message for Oz Brian. A black belt in Tie Kwan thingy eh? You sound like a hunk of real man - and not above touting your wares! Message received and understood. Meet in the Chatroom? Anytime!
Julian <flipper@homeboy.com>
Hetton le Hole, England - Saturday, February 24, 2001 at 19:14:31 (EST)
: Dear "Thomas Johnson" If i said, I kissed on my first date, I meant my first date ever was with an American and he was the first guy I ever kissed. I have NEVER kissed on the first date, or the 2nd or the 3rd. Kissing is something "special" - it is a n expression of feelings. When a young gentleman and young woman kiss, it should not be just because they feel ammerous. It should be because they truly feel emotional intimacy for each other. I am very old fashioned in some ways and I know it is going to annoy some of the young women on this guest-book. But that is how I am!
Jacqueline <Katherine Markie@aol.com>
USA - Saturday, February 24, 2001 at 19:12:34 (EST)
: As an Ex. Seaham born resident, I was delighted to discover the Seaham Web page which I found very comprehensive and interesting.I was also pleased to see the guest book page,as I thought great I'll be able to recognise old friends and events etc.and maybe get in touch with names from the past.Imagine my surprise when I found that it was'nt the case at all,but was dominated by a 'preacher type 'very busy american lady who seems to spend most of her waking hours E.mailing the Seaham Harbour guest book .Is it not possible to enforce some kind of restriction on the amount of time correspondants can spend in the Guest book or should I call it the 'Markie Web Page'and use the facility for the purpose I'am sure it was originally intended.
Tony <: Tony@guadalmina.com>
San Pedro, Malaga Spain - Saturday, February 24, 2001 at 19:10:38 (EST)
Oz Brian, How long did it take for your Wife to dictate your last letter? As for your black(?) stripe it doesn't make you any more of a Man! Probably not
Thomas Johnson
- Saturday, February 24, 2001 at 19:08:31 (EST)
: I used to love reading the guest book. Such diverse reading. Now, unfortunately, it seems to be a personal diary for the lady Markie. Such long diatribes. so self-centred and oh so frequent. I should think a lot of people have been put off the site b ecause of the overwhelming presence of good lady Markie. I visit this great site a lot less now and when I do I have to scroll past reams of Markieana to find the good bits. I hope to return more frequently when good lady Markie gets a sense of proportion about her contribution to the guest book, life and the universe. I still go back to Seaham. I find the people, as ever, friendly and refreshing. I've stayed in the States and worked near Chicago. In over five years I never met one person remotely like t hat spouted by you-know-who. Good luck Seaham!
Stan Cooper <swcooper@cs.com>
Sale, Cheshire UK - Saturday, February 24, 2001 at 19:06:40 (EST)
Jacqueline I disagree strongly with your views on women! When you say 'ladies we shouldn't want to try to be guys'; firstly I'm not a lady, I'm a woman. I can't help but want to be like a lad, any more than I could stop myself wanting to be a like a woman, 'cos I do n't think that personalities are gender specific. I'm just myself. I think that a lot of so-called gender-specific traits are the result of conditioning, and I don't think that swearing when provoked makes me less of a woman. I wouldn't bite my tongue in case someone thought I wasn't feminine, 'cos as far as I'm concerned being feminine is having XX sex chromosomes, and being masculine is having XY sex chromosomes, and thats as far as gender goes. I'm grateful if a bloke holds a door open for me, but simi larly I hold doors open for men, as I respect women and men equally. Also I wouldn't change my name, as this suggests ownership, and my partner will never own me. I can understand that some women change their names as this mak! ! es them feel more of a family with their new husbands, but it's not for me, and am curious as to why you think that feminism has gone too far when a woman won't change her name. I wouldn't change mine, but don't judge women who change theirs. Also I'm cur ious that you wrote something along the lines of women should be able to support themselves if they have to. Surely we'll always have to - I can't think of a situation where we wouldn't. I'm certainly proud to be a feminist in a world where women do more work than men, and own less property, and admire men and women for their individual qualties, not for qualities which have been culturally assigned in order to keep women submissive. Also when you wrote that you wouldn't marry someone from Seaham - thats a questionable attitude?
Victoria McCabe <drvmccabe@aol.com>
- Saturday, February 24, 2001 at 12:23:10 (EST)
To Thomas Johnson the confused one .To repeat myself I'd have to repeat something I've already said !!! As for your comments "Down trodden hen-pecked wimp" I've worked and been successful in three country's ,I have a black stripe on a Tae Kwon-Do belt, that's something you have to fight for and earn.A down trodden wimp would not make it though the first night's training,nor would he survive in a foreign country.That leaves henpecked,I take care of the lady in my life ,with love and respect. henpecked ! I think not
Oz Brian
South Australia - Saturday, February 24, 2001 at 12:19:19 (EST)
"Nigel Steel" your idea about keeping the Dalton-le-dale folk locked in their own little "space" might be a good one; if indeed, the people there are snobby. I have found that snobby people do not "venture out" they prefer to stay with their own kind. They have all the $ in the world, but prefer to stay and congregate at the Country Club. I hope you have made ammends with Sadie Mason - she is actually a very nice lady - I know her. Though, remember too, in your apology to her, explain that you were jus t a silly teenager and did not think of the consequences of throwing an explosive bottle. Though, now you are an adult, you are more responsible and sensitive to all people and that you are truly sorry. Oh by the way, do you remember David Carr? Richard W hitmore? and David Neirnz? I wonder what they are doing these days. Did Richard Whitmore marry Maureen Laws? Well take care, Nigel - have a great day! God Bless.
Jacqueline <: Katherine Markie@aol.com>
USA - Saturday, February 24, 2001 at 12:17:22 (EST)
Yes Dean i can confirm that thr foam party is indeed at Dawdon club on Friday 2nd of March. and everybody young and old are invited. Brian Come on down.
Brian
Seaham, - Saturday, February 24, 2001 at 12:15:01 (EST)
Yes Dean i can confirm that thr foam party is indeed at Dawdon club on Friday 2nd of March. and everybody young and old are invited. Brian Come on down.
Brian
Seaham, - Saturday, February 24, 2001 at 12:14:58 (EST)
Yes Dean i can confirm that thr foam party is indeed at Dawdon club on Friday 2nd of March. and everybody young and old are invited. Brian Come on down.
Brian
Seaham, - Saturday, February 24, 2001 at 12:14:47 (EST)
To "Doc 2000" To better define "Women should be able to support herself in times of crisis." I am talking about financially and emotionally. A woman should never have to feel she has to rely and depend on a man. If a marriage suddenly ended due to divo rce or death - women should have their own financial resources to take care of themselves and should have the inner strength (emotional strength) to just move on with their lives and find something new in their lives. Too many women just "whine" around, i nstead of picking up their lives and finding that life has many, many other opportunities to sek if people would be willing to be motivated and assertive.
Jacqueline <katherine markie@aol.com>
USA - Saturday, February 24, 2001 at 12:13:28 (EST)
Why dont we have a reunion of ex Vane tempest Lads Soon before we all die off
J.G.Anderson <: J.G.Anderson@btinternet.com>
Sunderland, Tyne and Wear England - Saturday, February 24, 2001 at 12:11:31 (EST)
Jacquiline, You really disapoint me, fancy allowing your "American Gentleman" to have a "kiss" on your first date! I thought better of you than that, you certainly wouldn't get a Seaham lad doing that and being so forward! I can see that re-educating y ou to a more acceptable level of decorum is going to be more difficult than I thought, but I will "rise" to the challenge, patience and industry will eventually prevale, I have some good news for you about an organisation(American) which will also assist you! Iwill dig out the details, in the meantime I suggest you spend more time reading the "Good Book" Respectfully yours Thomas
Thomas Johnson
- Saturday, February 24, 2001 at 12:09:26 (EST)
Frank from LaHabra, Did did ask your Wifes/Partners permission before you wrote that note? As your spelling was O.K. we know she probably wrote it for you, you sound like another Hen-pecked undertrodden Yank! You also sound like a typical male Yankee w eakest link, Goodbye!
Thomas Johnson
- Saturday, February 24, 2001 at 12:08:02 (EST)
In answer to Jacqueline's entry 22nd Feb- angelic soft, angelic schmofft! I'd prefer swearing and corny jokes please. Also when you write that a woman should be able to support herself in times of crisis? Please define?
doc 2000
- Saturday, February 24, 2001 at 05:48:28 (EST)
To "Thomas Johnson" Let me tell you, also, that I have dated some of the most wonderful, gentleman "like" American men. My first date, I was 19 1/2 years old was with an American Military officer - a graduate from West Point. He was my first ever date and first kiss! I still remember! I was in Germany working and we had been introduced at a BBQ. He took me to wonderful dinners and was very well educated, traveled and very dignified. One of my more serious boyfriends, (only one) Was also a graduate from a prestigues University. He was wonderful. That is why I could never date anyone from Seaham. I have been too spoilt. I am use to going out on dinner dates to expensive restraunts, to theathers and having intellectual, stimulating conversations. American men know how to treat a lady. At least the one's that I choose to date. Though, as they say, "Birds of a feather flock together."
Jacqueline <Katherine Markie@aol.com>
USA - Saturday, February 24, 2001 at 05:47:01 (EST)
To "Lesley Roberts" I think you are perfectly right! Like I say, I believe in "Women's Lib" to a point and getting an education is one of them and more important, being able to financially take care of ourselves without ever having to rely on a man. I think many women get into marriages for "security" reasons. They are afraid to venture out in the world and think if they are not married by a certain age, that their world will fall apart. Though for some women who live in small towns (not all women)that is all they are conditioned into thinking - they need to find a man to take care of them, otherwise they will be alone and cannot possibly be successful. What a very narrow minded way of thinking - and a very sad way too. You have no idea the ammount of girls I went to school with who, when I contact them, the first thing they say, "When are you going to get married and have children; you will be too old soon." Oh, well! we are all different and thats what makes our wo! ! rld. By the way, so you have finally been accused of being an "American!" (and maybe, deep down you like it - to a point!)
jacqueline <Katherine Markie@aol.com>
USA - Saturday, February 24, 2001 at 05:45:17 (EST)
To "Thomas Johnson" Let me tell you, also, that I have dated some of the most wonderful, gentleman "like" American men. My first date, I was 19 1/2 years old was with an American Military officer - a graduate from West Point. He was my first ever date and first kiss! I still remember! I was in Germany working and we had been introduced at a BBQ. He took me to wonderful dinners and was very well educated, traveled and very dignified. One of my more serious boyfriends, (only one) Was also a graduate from a prestigues University. He was wonderful. That is why I could never date anyone from Seaham. I have been too spoilt. I am use to going out on dinner dates to expensive restraunts, to theathers and having intellectual, stimulating conversations. American men know how to treat a lady. At least the one's that I choose to date. Though, as they say, "Birds of a feather flock together."
Jacqueline <Katherine Markie@aol.com>
USA - Saturday, February 24, 2001 at 05:44:16 (EST)
Hi, I was reading an article in the Echo on Wedensday night.It was about speed ramps in the hamlet of Dalton Le Dale. I'm all for them, but who do the Daltonites think they are? If they don't want us commoners to us their road why not just say so. Ther e is a simple solution! Build them a shop, they've already got a pub and a church, erect a twelve foot high fence and lock them in. End of problem! At the end of the day it's not what you know, it's who you know. You don't hear us commoners twist when you pay less council tax, or are we paying for your speed ramps?
N STEEL <: nnsteel@parksidecres.fsnet.co.uk>
The Town Of Seaham Near The Hamlet Of Dalton Le Da, - Saturday, February 24, 2001 at 05:42:14 (EST)
: Jacquiline, see you on the Harbour chat line name your time!
Thomas Johnson
- Saturday, February 24, 2001 at 05:39:50 (EST)
Oz Brian, You keep repeating yourself, have you overdone on the Bi-carb? You sound like one harassed hen-pecked Aussy ex-brit!
Thomas Johnson
- Saturday, February 24, 2001 at 05:38:52 (EST)
Mon Cher colleague. C'est peut-etre mieux de parler Anglais devant les imbeciles! By all means my dear chap, brag about the size of your hardwearing driveway but remember that you'd be perhaps better off simply tending your own allotment - such as it is.
Dr Pangloss
Seaham, - Saturday, February 24, 2001 at 05:37:48 (EST)
: Geoff i think the FOAM PARTY is at Dawdon Club at the begining of March come on down.
Dean
Seaham, - Saturday, February 24, 2001 at 05:36:14 (EST)
: Geoff i think the FOAM PARTY is at Dawdon Club at the begining of March come on down.
Dean
Seaham, - Saturday, February 24, 2001 at 05:36:05 (EST)
: Mr. Thomas Johnson you seem to know very little about Women and quite alot about American Men.Do you fantasize about us often?We know what your about then,don't we?
Frank
LaHabra, Cal USA - Saturday, February 24, 2001 at 05:34:06 (EST)
Ozy Brian, I can see who wears the Pants in your house Digger! You sound like a Hen-pecked down-trodden Wimp Mate!
Thomas Johnson
- Saturday, February 24, 2001 at 05:32:30 (EST)
I have to be quick as I have to zipp out to work. "Lesely Roberts" this is for you - though I have said that I agree with your "strong-minded" personality and your ability to make good career decisions. As I have said it is important for us women not t o be treated as if we were all "little minie mice." However, Lesley, don't you think you are going a little far, in regards to not taking your husband's name when you married? See, now, thats is where I think "Women's Lib" is going too far. We can have ou r independance and so on and so forth, but come on,ladies, do not take it too far. Do allow your husbands to feel like they too have a place in the marriage. Ladies, you should never feel that you want to be "one of the guys." We are beautiful human being s, created by God - and we were given some wonderful feminin qualities. It is because of some of the extreme Feministic Liberals that men have lowered their expectations of women and rarely have the decent respect women! ! should be given. But that is just my opinon and that is not to say that my opinion is the right opinion. We all have different opinions to help balance our society.
Jacqueline <Katherine markie@aol.com>
USA - Saturday, February 24, 2001 at 05:31:14 (EST)
To "Lesley Roberts" I think you are perfectly right! Like I say, I believe in "Women's Lib" to a point and getting an education is one of them and more important, being able to financially take care of ourselves without ever having to rely on a man. I think many women get into marriages for "security" reasons. They are afraid to venture out in the world and think if they are not married by a certain age, that their world will fall apart. Though for some women who live in small towns (not all women)that is all they are conditioned into thinking - they need to find a man to take care of them, otherwise they will be alone and cannot possibly be successful. What a very narrow minded way of thinking - and a very sad way too. You have no idea the ammount of girls I went to school with who, when I contact them, the first thing they say, "When are you going to get married and have children; you will be too old soon." Oh, well! we are all different and thats what makes our wo! ! rld. By the way, so you have finally been accused of being an "American!" (and maybe, deep down you like it - to a point!)
jacqueline <: Katherine markie@aol.com>
USA - Saturday, February 24, 2001 at 05:27:55 (EST)
To "Greame" Thank you so much for the apology - It was very sincere of you and honest too! I appreciated it! Okay, I did laugh a bit at the entry - It was rather clever and humerous of you and a little true! I do tend to repeat myself. (I suffer from " senior moments" often - even though I'm not quite 32 until next month!) Anyway, my sense of humour is still there. I'm still able to smile and be cheerful and happy and laugh at my own mistakes - what "humility God has given me!" Though, I always hope I n ever become a snob. Have a great day at work!
Jacqueline <KatherineMarkie@aol.com>
USA - Saturday, February 24, 2001 at 05:23:40 (EST)
: Jacquiline, I will answer your latest "missive" in due course, at the moment I'm suffering from "writers cramp" trying to answer all these Militant Females who refuse to see the light and practice the teachings of the "Good book"
Thomas Johnson
- Friday, February 23, 2001 at 07:51:35 (EST)
: Leslie Roberts, You sound like a very frustrated Lady, but a typical American Woman who likes to wear the trousers and keep your Husband/Partner in a down-trodden manner. You must learn a little Humility it will make you a better Woman. You possibly should have been born a Man!!
Thomas Johnson
- Friday, February 23, 2001 at 07:50:18 (EST)
Hello Leslie. I can't remeber being in the Lifeboat society. I was in the Girls Guildry for a time. Yes I do remember you and your mam. Nice to hear you are OK. Sadie
Sadie M
Seaham, Co Durham UK - Friday, February 23, 2001 at 04:48:43 (EST)
Jacqueline my dear, lighten up a bit, don't take all of the postings seriously.The posting about you writing a book was only meant to be a bit of humour in the otherwise serious, repetitive and moody guestbook. I wouldn't like to think for one moment that one of the conditions of taking out US citizenship is that you have to give up a sense of humour. However, saying that, if I did offend you I seriously apologise for this. No hurt intended.
Graeme
- Friday, February 23, 2001 at 04:45:59 (EST)
My Dear Pangloss...I have a disque dur which would set your eyes alight as would a smouldering tormento..and so to Oporto
Voltaire <Volt@egalite.fr>
Bordeaux France - Friday, February 23, 2001 at 04:44:42 (EST)
mon cher Pangloss le meilleur des mondes n'est pas encore arrive...unless you're happy with the local LCL beverage I hear so much about and have a head full of sponge curlers soaked in setting lotion.
Voltaire <Volt@egalite.fr>
Bordeaux France - Friday, February 23, 2001 at 04:42:58 (EST)
: To "Thomas Johnson" I actually have quite a bit of "humility" I also do not mind admitting when I make a mistake or when I am wrong or not as knowledgable about things than I should be. Humility is a very teachable thing to have and to practice; and to always to be aware of. If we do not practice humility and humbleness, then we would all be arragont snobs. Then where would society be?! Perhaps you also should practice "humility" and learn that God did not create "men" to be smarter than "Women." We are all equally smart in our own way. God gave us all a brain to be used wisely. We each have our own gifts and talents, strengths and weakeness and abilities. Each and everyone of us are intelligent and we all have valuable life lessons to teach each oth er. All we have to do, is to listen and learn and then apply what we learned to our own life. Also, to expand on our own knowledge by reading and continuing to have friends who are much smarter than ourselves - so that we! ! can learn from them. We all can learn from each other! Goodnight everyone and God Bless!
Jacqueline <Katherine Markie@aol.com>
USA - Friday, February 23, 2001 at 04:40:41 (EST)
: Hi Sadie, I remember when you were in the Ladies Lifeboat Guild many moons ago with my mam, Joyce Roberts and also a tall, older very distinguished lady who lived on the seafront. I think her name was Gwen.Anyway heres to the women of the world and e specially Lady Mayors.
Leslie Roberts <: ladyboss67@yahoo.co.uk>
Phoenix, Arizona USA - Friday, February 23, 2001 at 04:38:47 (EST)
: Thomas you make my blood boil. Firstly I'm proud to be the kind of woman that you disapprove of, independent, strong minded, own my own business, am really good at making decisions and lastly didn't take my husbands last name when we married almost 1 0 years ago. I spend a good deal of my business life picking up the pieces for women and their families when their so called know it all husbands drop dead. Men who won't let their partners share in decisions are the ones who are usually too proud to ask anyones advic e. When they die its their wife who wasn't allowed to do anything with money who now is devastated doesn't know how to budget, save or in some cases balance a cheque book. Then they find out their so called provider doesn't have enough life insurance, the ir kids can't go to college and they're going to have to work till they drop just to keep a roof over their heads. That's not the definition of a real man, thats a coward and a bully who has to put others down in order to feel better about themselves!!
Leslie Roberts <ladyboss67@yahoo.co.uk>
Phoenix, Arizona USA - Friday, February 23, 2001 at 04:36:19 (EST)
Hello, I live in Iraq now, but I was brought up in seaham. I lived in Parkside. I would just like to say hello to Gary carr, who thinks hes good on scramblers but he isnt! Ow gas me old bud, u look like tut and scottish! C ya! Keep in touch!
Matty Anderson <: matty@matty.matty.co.uk>
Bengali, Iraq - Friday, February 23, 2001 at 04:33:13 (EST)
To "fredMarrin" Are you any relation to John Marrin? If so, tell John I say, "Hi." Also, Steward, okay, I made a typo mistake, whilst typing too fast and trying to think way fast than I can tpye. I know very well how many thousands of people were kille d during the war. Though, I am more sensitive to the Jewish race, simply because I have seen with my own eyes, what was the Prison camp for Jews at Dachau in Munich, Germany. Also, I visited one in the former East Germany. Furthermore, my parents were chi ldrne during the war and my mom has told me some horrific stories of the bombs dropping and children being killed. I know ver well of all the people killed during the war. Also, "Fred Marrin" I wish that I knew why George Bush does indeed practice strong Christanity, and yet, supports the death penalty - I know,it does not make sense. But at least he is pro-life. Though, that is contridictory. However, he appears to be a "head and shoulders" cut above Al Gore and the ! ! former President. So we will see what Mr. President Bush produces over the next 4 years.
Jacqueline <Katherine Markie@aol.com>
USA - Friday, February 23, 2001 at 03:38:23 (EST)
: To "Thomas Johnson" this is my 2nd attempt to write this entry. I am not sure if my 1st entry will appear as I forgot to fill in my name, etc.. Then, instead of going back to guest-book, I pressed the wrong thing and went back to AOL Welcome page. So rry folks if you have to read my same entry twice. Though, the 2nd entry is more expressive - so here goes...Hey! now, now! "Thomas Johnson" I am actually quite conservative. However, I do believe in "women's Lib" to a point, though not all the way. I do believe that women should get an education, so that in case of a crisis, the woman can financially support herself. A woman should never rely on a man to be financially supportative to her - or to take care of her emotionally. I believe women should have their own interests: Golfing, Theater, Charity Work, Church etc.. Also, should have their own opinions. I believe women should give themselves the opportunity to travel outside of their birth-town and to also leave their ! ! parents. Women should indeed travel and interact with all kinds of people from all social, economical, racial and religious backgrounds, as this gives women a good insight to life and also cultivates wisdom and knowledge and a sense of understandings to t he world and society. However, I strongly DO NOT believe in the word "Obey" when it comes to marriages. The word "obey" should never even come in to the vocabulary of a husband and wife. The word "obey" is meant only for God's Commandments and the neccess ary laws of society. Otherwise, following the term "Obey" in a marriage, gives either spouse, the possibilities of being subjected to being a "doormat." That is NOT what marriages is all about! Marriage is "Team-Work" and marriage is "Effort." Marriage is also love, respect, dignity and "commitment." I admit, that using an example of "women's periods" on the guest-book was hardly very "lady-like" of me, however, I was trying to make a point, and I think that point was well tak! ! en. I am actually quite a conservative, reserved young lady. Though, I do find it strange, by the fact that men say they want a reserved, dignified, respectable, gentle, feminin woman. However, there is also a lot of pressure from men for women to be libe ral. Men seem to try to take advantage in every way of a conservative young woman and always challenges her convictions. So men, you need to decide, what do you want from us women? Do you want for us to be liberal or do you want us to be shy, reserved, fe minin and have an "angelic-soft" gentle approach. Also, you feministic liberal women, what do you want? How do you want to be treated? Do you want to be treated gentle, kind, loving, given respect and dignity? Or, do you want to have "Women's Lib" and be subjected to your ears listening to swearing, mens corny jokes, and plain disrespectfulness. Women's Lib cannot have it both ways. The book, "Fascinating Womanhood" By Helen Andelin describes beautifully how a marriage should ! ! be and I think it fits well in with how God designed a marriage to be. Furthermore, it explains in a few chapters how we women should be proud of our femininity and focus on our angelic-soft gentle side. I think, Mr. Thomas Johnson, you have been dating t he wrong kind of women, which is why you has a very low opinion of them. In that case, you will never get married. You have not given yourself the opportunity to date women who have dignity and respect for themselves. Hoep you all have enjoyed my bit of t eachings and don't mind my opinions. But this is what the guest-book should be used for, for decent adults like ourselves, to be "expressive" and speak-out! and learn from each other.
Jacqueline <Katherien markie@aol.com>
USA - Thursday, February 22, 2001 at 17:30:25 (EST)
: Thanks, Kath for your comments, accepted and took on board. This Mr,Bush bloke, is he not one of those millionaires you were talking about. i.e. the ones that are only interested in materialism etc.The point i was trying to make is how does Bush pur port to have christian values, when obviously, by your own admission he is wrong with his death penalty stance.By that reckoning the National socialists in Germany 1933-45 were only wrong with their ideas on The Final Solution, something wrong with your p roposition i think, Your,e either "Christ like" or not.Can,t have it both ways.Also , when referring to God always use the upper capital case when using personal pronouns i. e. He, His, etc, I forgot, and now i,m covered in boils and my houre is full of f rogs, BEWARE.All the best and good luck in that wonderful country the U S A .
Fred <: fred@fmarrin .freserve . co. uk>
- Thursday, February 22, 2001 at 17:27:55 (EST)
To Sharon can you tell me where this Foam party is
Geoff
Seaham, - Thursday, February 22, 2001 at 17:25:27 (EST)
: Okay! First, I DID NOT write that entry about "writing a book." Someone needs to stop forging my name, then making enteries and being afraid to sign their own name. Have Courage people! If you write something or say something, or have an opinion - th en do not be afraid to admit it yourselves - do not try to blame others by signing someone else's name. You all should know if I were to write a book, it would be "Inspirational" and I would use some of my own life experiences to teach others to overcome some of their difficulties they may have experienced.
Jacqueline <: Katherine Markie@aol.com>
USA - Thursday, February 22, 2001 at 17:21:32 (EST)
: Okay! First, I DID NOT write that entry about "writing a book." Someone needs to stop forging my name, then making enteries and being afraid to sign their own name. Have Courage people! If you write something or say something, or have an opinion - th en do not be afraid to admit it yourselves - do not try to blame others by signing someone else's name. You all should know if I were to write a book, it would be "Inspirational" and I would use some of my own life experiences to teach others to overcome some of their difficulties they may have experienced.
Jacqueline <: Katherine Markie@aol.com>
USA - Thursday, February 22, 2001 at 17:21:26 (EST)
The Markie Beast ( though shalt know her by the mark of the beast 666 ) said "6 million Jews were killed as well as hundreds of others". What an indictment of the education system! Or is it just her self centred stupidity. Never mind the Axis powers, t he Russians alone amongst the Allies lost over 20 million people during WWII. No wonder they get slightly pissed off at the thought of a warmonger like Bush getting into the Whitewash House and setting up the Son of Star Wars nonsense.
Stewart <stewartk@techie.com>
Seaham, Co Durham UK - Thursday, February 22, 2001 at 17:19:38 (EST)
Thomas Johnson , where you really serious ? If you where you sure loaded Jacqueline Markie's gun , and deserved the subsequent broadside,a chauvinist needs but one tool , a shovel to bury himself with . Good on you Jacqueline
Oz-Brian
South Australia - Thursday, February 22, 2001 at 10:28:32 (EST)
: I just want some feed back from you all. I already mentioned in an earlier posting that I plan to write a book. Hey you guys, I just had a great idea. Why don't I publish all of my postings from this website? America is so wonderful I know it would sell in it's millions with all of my fellow citizens very interested, because after all, I am an american. Oh wait up you guy's, I just had another thought. While scanning throuch my entries on the guestbook, I realize that I say almost the same thing on every posting. It would only fill about a page. Oh it's ok you guys. If I mention on the cover that I am an American and was born and raised in the UK by mistake, then it will still sell in its lorryloads, sorry truckloads and our trucks are bigger and better in the USA than in england. If I put the Stars and stripes on the cover too, then I have it made. No need to write on this guestbook anymore. It will be your loss England. Remember, we are world champions at baseball, england have never even made the semeye finals. USA USA USA USA.
Jacqueline
- Thursday, February 22, 2001 at 10:23:23 (EST)
I Went "fishing" yesterday and my oh my did I get a bite? I certainly did, thing is our American correspondent (no not Allister Cooke) seemed to agree with about 75% of what I said! I will try to re-educate her to think in a more rational manner, after all we Men were put on this good Earth by the Lord to protect and educate our Women, we do know that Woman was made from a Man's rib and were placed on this Earth to do Man's bidding but things have got a bit out of hand lately and the "fairer sex are ge tting to much of their own way and need to be gently put back in their true place, are you listening Jacquiline? A lot of the probs. started with this so-called Woman's Lib. or rights garbage, why on earth did we ever agree to have the "Obey" word removed from the Wedding ceremony? That completed the rot, believe me when Women stopped obeying they demeaned themselves, go back Jacquiline to obeying the writings of the Good book and all will be well. You must know in you! ! r heart that Man knows best what is good for you! Yes Men are like Babies but only in the U.S. it is a well known fact that U.S. men are Wimps and do exactly what they are told to do by their wives and/or Partners! I do not wish to comment on the matter of Woman's periods as it would be unmanly to do so , and unladylike as well for that matter So Jacquiline(notice I give you your full title out of respect) you are 75% in aggreement with me, I would like to educate you a lot more and when you have achieved a modicum of humility I might even propose to you again but only when you achieve the extr a 25% and become a real old-fashioned femail like God intended you to be!
Thomas Johnson
UK - Thursday, February 22, 2001 at 10:20:41 (EST)
: Ah, the return of "Voltaire" to the guestbook signals to us all that a certain 'Gorondin' is once more on line. No doubt with an enormous hard disk to set us all in fear and trembling! Carry on dear boy!
Dr Pangloss
Seaham, UK - Thursday, February 22, 2001 at 10:18:00 (EST)
: Thomas Johnson , where you really serious ? If you where you sure loaded Jacqueline Markie's gun , and deserved the subsequent broadside,a chauvinist needs but one tool , a shovel to bury himself with . Good on you Jacqueline
Oz-Brian
South Australia - Thursday, February 22, 2001 at 10:06:27 (EST)
On a recent visit to Seaham I, too, was shocked and astounded to find a distinct lack of leatherette seating in some of the town's public houses. To make matters worse the toilets in the Dun Cow actually appeared usable. Repairs were clearly visible to all. Royston Vasey this is not and itis frankly too much for anyone to take in after one visit.
Voltaire <Volt@egalite.fr>
Bordeaux, France - Thursday, February 22, 2001 at 03:56:54 (EST)
: Okay, "Mr.Thomas Johnson" You asked for it and now you are going to get it!!! Here are my out-spoken words.... Yes, I actually do strongly believe that women should stay home and tend to the children and the house and be a "proud homemaker." After all, God gave us women a beautiful gift of being able to bear children - without us women, men are doomed! Men have no place in society without us women - we are Nurturing, kind, compassionate and know how to deal with crisis situations. We also have a lot of inner strength - me must, to be able to give birth. Men are like babies and cannot handle even the slightest head ache - they would never be able to get through a week of having a period. I do believe that women should be dutyful to their husbands but also, men should be dutyful to their wives. It works both ways - no double standards! Though, wives are certainly NOT a doormat! and should not allow themselves to be abused in any way, shape or form. (That goes for verbal, emotional and physical abuse) Women have a say in the marriage and a strong influence on how the children are to be rai! ! sed. Husbands and wives should work together as a "TEAM." Husbands should love their wives as Christ loved his church. Men should give women the respect and dignity we deserve. We women are NOT sexual objects. Our bodies are a temple of the Lord, and shou ld be respected. I do think husbands should make some of the major decisions; but would do well to listen to his wife. Wives should not nag at their husbands, because every well educated and well adversed young woman knows that you cannot change your man just because you are married. During courtship you should have observed all his strengths, weakeness, faults and capabilities and should already be aware of these shortcomings and have accepted them. Otherwise, do not say "I do" at the altar, for only in 1-5 years time to be getting a divorce, because you cannot deal with his faults. The two should again, work as a "team." Also have the deepest love, respect and dignity for each other in order to have a happy, healthy, success! ! ful Christian marriage. Also, both should support each other when it comes to the children's issues. A Husband should never ever demean his wife infront of the children and the same goes the other way for the wife. "A family who prays together - will stay together." And always, always, husbands and wives should always use kind, loving and gentle words to their children and to each other. There is no reason what so ever for yelling or not being able to logically sit down and work out a problem. A Marriage filled with only love for God, is guarenteed to be happy and successful. I am all for a "Traditional" Marriage. Now all I have to do is to find a good, kind, wonderful, gentle, compassionate, fun, loving catholic man - who is well educated and well advers ed. Now, I do not think you would describe me as a "Doormat" now would you? I am strong, out-spoken, opinionated and stick firm on my convictions. I have lived my life, traveled and have many interests. I am independant, but ! ! still believe in a traditional marriage where God and family prayers come first. Perhaps, Mr. Thomas Johnson you should learn to have respect for yourself, then you would be able to have respect for women and date the kind of women who have respect for th emselves.
Jacqueline <Katherine markie@aol.com>
USA - Thursday, February 22, 2001 at 03:54:34 (EST)
So "Mr Joe McVeigh" and Mr. "Thomas Johnson" You just want to set me off is it! So this is War! I hope you are ready! Alright, first, Mr. President Bush was right to order the attacks on Iraq. (The British also agreed) We cannot allow one man, Saddam H ussain to dictate. He has to abide by the Peace-keeping, No flying zone rules. Bush and Blair both agree that Sadam needs to be stopped. Look what happened when no-one put a stop to Adolf Hitler! We ended up having a world war and 6 million Jews were kil led as well as hundreds of others and also countries were taken over - all as a result from one man, because he wanted power and control. I consider myself a "Peace-Maker" and an advocate for Human Rights - therefore, if at all possible, I prefer there to be no war at all and that we all lived in Peace and Harmony with one another. Also, we Americans do not think Ronald Reagan was our best President. Furthermore, Abraham Lincoln was in favor of "Freedom" but not in favo! ! r of Freedom for the slaves. He wanted a "free America" but he still wanted to keep the slavery. He was not a good President. Next message will be for Thomas Johnson and his views on "Women and the Biblical times."
Jacqueline <Katherine Markie@aol.com>
USA - Thursday, February 22, 2001 at 03:31:25 (EST)
To "Jim Yates" and "Frank" Thank you for the e-mail. Jim it is okay that you do not agree completely with me - I understand. Yes, you are very right indeed, America does need to address to the nation what they did to the Native American people. (The I ndians) Though when I took American History at the college in Pennsylvania, my Professor, who was such a hard nose male chovinistic! He was also such a Democrat! Anyway, he taught the class very well and he did indeed acknowledge that Americans behaved te rrible to the Indians all because they would not convert to Christianity. Actually, I like the Native American Indian "Spiritual" and peaceful way of living their lives. In fact, I think this spring, if I can get the vacation time,(or definetely this sum mer) I might do some work on the Indian resevations in North Dakota. I think it would be a great opportunity! and very insightful. I do beleive, however, it is quite hypocritical of the "White American" nation to apolog! ! ize to the "African American" nation for slavery during the civil war and not to address such an apology to the Native American Indians. Neither race had deserved such atrosities commited to them. Again, as I have expressed I am all for "human rights." As I have been described in a letter of recomendation for humanitarian work: "Jacqueline is non-discriminary, non-bigoted and is very compassionate. She has her views and opinions and expresses her convictions. However, she does not judge those who have dif ferences of beliefs." Mind you, "Jim Yates" the British also brought the Africans to America for slavery as it was during the time of the Colonies. The British are not innocent in this act. Though, it is true the Americans did use them as slaves and that cannot be justified. We are all equal and all should have equal rights. Though, throughout history we have all been subjected to discrimination of somekind or another. Look at the poor Jews during the war. Look at the Christi! ! ans in Sudan, Africa - they are being killed by the hundreds. Just take a look at the world at the moment - it is a mess! and for what? Because we, as a whole nations have become greedy, selfish, self centered, and intolerable. We need to become more "Chr ist-Like" or for those who do not believe, we need to open our hearts more to love, and to humanity and we need to learn to forgive and not hold such grudges. we need to become a nation of "Peace" However, and unfortunately, sometimes, we, the average per son, does not have a say - It is usually all political. But we should at least help, by trying to be accepting to one another.Yes, I do keep a journal and yes, I do write and hope someday to have a book published.
Jacqueline <Katherine Markie@aol.com>
USA - Thursday, February 22, 2001 at 03:29:16 (EST)
Take it a little more slowly Joe! Given that you've been addressing the fair Ms Markie recently, shouldn't that have been 'missal defence system'? Cordially yrs
Al Zheimer
USA - Thursday, February 22, 2001 at 03:26:07 (EST)
Thought that might set her off.
joe
- Wednesday, February 21, 2001 at 13:16:52 (EST)
Not content with killing his own people, Preznit Dubya Bush, wants to take out a few Iraquis as well also restart the "Star Wars" missle defence programme. Even Ronald Reagan at his barmiest recognised this was doomed to failure. Mind you lets face it, any country who thinks that Reagan was their best ever President,not Lincoln or Kennedy or Roosevelt but Ronald "I got acted off the screen by a monkey" Reagan, deserves all it gets. Cuckoo...
joe <joemacveigh@netscapeonline.co.uk>
- Wednesday, February 21, 2001 at 13:15:47 (EST)
I think that there is a way to improve our society and reduce crime and help to banish poverty, the lessons are to be learned if we revert to the true teachings of the Gospels. To start with Women should revert to their old traditional role in life, to that of homemaker, to stay at home and look after the Children and to be dutiful above all to their Man and their Family, after all the Bible informs us that Woman was made from M an and should show the proper respect to their Man as a priority! The following "steps" should be followed by all Women to ensure a happy and fulfilling life and will bring back happinness and a more Christian lifestyle. Do not be repulsed by the word "surrender" It isn't about being subservient! Acknowledge how bad you feel about yourself when you try to nag and control your Man and replace that with dignified behavior. Start by saying I'm going to show nmore respect to you, I will keep my mouth shut I will stop criticising you, giving you unnecessary advice, pulling apart your ideas and giving you jobs to do which I should be doing myself. Stop buying his clothes for him and criticising his dress sense,you know Men know best. Receive his praise and his presents in a graceful manner! Express what you want without trying to control him, remember above all that he knows best. Rely on your Man to handle all household finances remember Men understand money management better than you! Focus on self-care and your own fulfilment, if you do you will radiate happiness to all around you for the betterment of all. Become vulnerable instead of nagging, trusting instead of controlling, respectful instead of demeaning, grateful instead of dissatisfied, have faith in stead of being doubtful, also it wouldn't be amiss to have your man's slippers ready for when he retur ns from his work, respect his wishes, if he wants to talk, listen, if he wants a bit of peace and quiet, shut up! A Wife or Partner who follows these rules will have a more fulfilling existance, she will be happy instead of impoverishhed and a more spiritually advanced existence.
Thomas Johnson
- Wednesday, February 21, 2001 at 13:13:16 (EST)
Hi Jacqueline, yes I,m Gayle's mam. I also remember you. I,m pleased you are doing so well. I attended Maud's funeral yesterday. It was very sad but she had had a good life. Thanks for the compliment by the way. Sadie.
Sadie Mason <Sadie@ daltonet.com>
Seaham, Co Durham UK - Wednesday, February 21, 2001 at 06:37:55 (EST)
keep up the retoric Fred
zedrad
Seaham, - Wednesday, February 21, 2001 at 06:34:16 (EST)
Are you coming to the foam party
Sharon
Dawdon, - Wednesday, February 21, 2001 at 06:32:50 (EST)
To "Sadie Mason" Are you Gayle Mason's Mom? I happened to be browsing on the internet at the Sunderland Echo the other day as I was looking for the death announcement for Maud Potts. (Birtha Wright's Mom) My mom told me she had died and was the oldest living person in Seaham. I also know Birtha Wright very well. Anyway, I came accross a photograph of Maud on her Birthday and you were with her. It was a lovely photo. I wanted to tell you that I still remember you and you still look so Elegant and grace ful! I actually sent Gayle an e-mail and I mentioned to her that I saw your photo and thought you continued to look graceful. I hope you are well. Gayle seems to be doing so well - I am delighted to hear from her these days. Hope you and Ed do not mind th e fact I have been more than out-spoken on this guest-book - but hopefully we have all kept things going well. Take Care... Jacqueline.
Jacqueline <Katherine Markie@aol.com>
USA - Wednesday, February 21, 2001 at 06:31:13 (EST)
: To "fred" I understand why you would wonder why I support Mr. President Bush when in fact, he does indeed support the Death Penalty. I am very much aware he has allowed the death penalty to go on in Texas which has the largest numbers of death penalt y cases. I completely disagree with him on that particular issue. I do not believe in the death penalty for obvious reasons. I do not believe it is up to us to take someone elses life, even though they themselves may have taken another life in an act of b rutal violence, which cannot be justified. However, I never said that the President was "Perfect." I said he is trying to put some dignity and respect back into the White House after the former President made a hash of things. Mr. President Bush has elect ed a cabinet who have at least some kind of "old fashioned" morals and values. He may not do a great job at cutting back the taxes, or with foreign affairs. However, he is trying his hardest to put back the morals and va! ! lues and respect that America has seem to forgotten during the 8 yrs of Bill Clinton's Presidency. I think society seems to get caught up with materialism; and these feminists and liberals just totally annoy me. Because I say, where are the values and mor als? People think because they live in a huge home, own 2-3 cars and are the Presidents of a company that, that is all there is to life. Well, most of those people are sitting high on credit card bills up to the sky!! See, this is what I mean - it just al l gets down to dignity, values and morals. President Bush is trying very hard to install those lost values in America and that is why I support him.
Jacqueline <Katherine Markie@aol.com>
USA - Wednesday, February 21, 2001 at 06:27:21 (EST)
Glad to renew my acquaintance once again at the beginning of the new millennium...and I intend to see this one through to the bitter end.:)
Brian ROWELL <: llewor@uq.net.au>
Brisbane, Queensland Australia - Wednesday, February 21, 2001 at 06:24:29 (EST)
To Nigel. Many years ago ayoung man threw a milk bottle over the wall at Christ Church. This bottle exploded in front of me. I caught the young man and gave him a good telling off. Someone who remembers the incident says they thought the youngster was called Nigel Steel and I just wonsered. Sadie
Sadie M <sadie@daltonet.com>
Seaham, Co Durham UK - Tuesday, February 20, 2001 at 17:11:40 (EST)
Does anyone know if Maria Hanger still lives in Seaham?
loiuse <laiglejuridique@hoynail.com>
france - Tuesday, February 20, 2001 at 17:07:55 (EST)
: Yes Colin I've heard you have a lot of Camels in N.Z. so don't take the hump Mate!
Thomas Johnson
- Tuesday, February 20, 2001 at 17:06:13 (EST)
: to ms markie., nothing wrong with giving your opinion or thoughts in this guest book. however, how to you square your christian ethos and philosophy with supporting president bush .. here is a man who has signed hundreds of death warrants on mostly people who have amental illness ,learning disabilities or black. it,s no use quoting the bible, eye for an eye etc, if we took that book literally we wouldn,t eat shellfish and we would all have to stone our gaughters for disobedience to their father. com e on katherine mr bush,s political outlook is no where near true christian beliefs. how about a bit forgiveness from the good old land of the free. (NOT)
Fred <: fred@fmarrin.freeserve.co.uk>
Seaham, Co Durham UK - Tuesday, February 20, 2001 at 17:05:03 (EST)
: hey, I am curious - does anyone know John Armes and what he is up to these days? Or is he still being a "wanna be, look alike Tom Cruise." I heard his brother, Michael got married - he was always such a nice young boy. John... well.. though I am just curious as to what he is doing these days. He and I need to "chitty-chatt"
Jacqueline <katherine Markie@aol.com>
USA - Tuesday, February 20, 2001 at 17:02:34 (EST)
SAIDIE M CAN YOU EXPLAIN A BIT MORE ABOUT CHRIST CHURCH AS I CAN'T REMEMBER THAT FAR BACK
Nigel Steel <nnsteel@parksidecres.fsnet.co.uk>
- Tuesday, February 20, 2001 at 16:59:37 (EST)
: Colin, the page takes so long to load because certain people like Ms Markie leave overlong comments, sometimes twice. Monkeys the lot of 'em. I love OWT like this me, FANTASTIC! See u in the Mill sometime for a pint.
Captain FANTASTIC <the_cyclops@hotmail.com>
SeahamcO dURHAM, uk - Tuesday, February 20, 2001 at 11:55:35 (EST)
Why does it take so long for this thing to load? I've seen faster camels!
Colin <: nobby@paradise,net.nz>
- Tuesday, February 20, 2001 at 03:00:35 (EST)
Jacquiline, Your apology was gracefully given and is accepted, we all can drop the odd clanger and its nice to see someone admit their error. Good Luck to you and God bless!
Thomas Johnson
- Monday, February 19, 2001 at 18:23:16 (EST)
To Colin. Norman does remeber you. He's told me that he had a reunion and he was the omnly one who remebered your name. He says he has a photograph of you all at the High Colliery School.Sadie
Sadie M <Sadie@daltonet.com>
Seaham, Co Durham UK - Monday, February 19, 2001 at 13:25:59 (EST)
The Mill was full on Saturday, and top marks to Jim for the lovely roasties supplied @ half time. Just a shame the lads didn't manage a win for us. Still we kicked Italkian but in the Rugby. FANTASTIC!!!
Captain FANTASTIC <: the_cyclops@hotmail.com>
Seaham, Co Durham UK - Monday, February 19, 2001 at 13:22:33 (EST)
To Lesley, I am sorry I spoilt the movie for you. It was certainly not intended to be spiteful or petty. I think you should still go and see it - maybe you would like it. I did not care too much for it as I thought there would be more action to it. To me it did not really have a plot and the ending was quite ridiculose. I hope I have not spoilt your Birthday too much - I am really sorry - sincerely. Have a Happy Birthday with your husband and friends and the wonderful weather out in Arizona. Lucky you are not in Chicago - is it still freezing cold.
jacqqueline <katherine Markie@aol.com>
USA - Monday, February 19, 2001 at 13:19:17 (EST)
Well thank you very much Jaqueline, that was a pretty petty and spiteful thing to do. You may not have enjoyed Hannibal but no need to spoil it for the rest of us!! Today is my birthday and I intended on checking out the film, but I guess now I won't.
Leslie Roberts <: ladyboss67@yahoo.co.uk>
Phoenix, Arizona USA - Monday, February 19, 2001 at 03:36:30 (EST)
: Whilst visiting Seaham, I took my son to the Stadium of Light last week, [Sunderland v Liverpool] and would like to thank John Gray [mickys dad],Adrian Marshall at the Phoenix, Paul Price and Norman Softly for the tickets and for looking after James and introducing him to the players after the game, he was made up. Niall Quinn was the spot on and made him feel at home. I managed to spend the rest of the weekend getting langered and seeing some of my old marras. I also managed not to see or hear one Pseudo American evangelist all weekend. I like Seaham.
comrade joe <joemacveigh@netscapeonline.co.uk>
- Sunday, February 18, 2001 at 18:58:47 (EST)
Colin of N.Z., Whhen you deign to visit us lesser Mortals next Month,why don't you show some real humility by calling in on our Indian friends who are badly in need of assistance, you could devote say a week of your time helping out on the Indian scen e and help tp make the World a better place, or are you too busy to help your fellow-man? On a lighter side: Do you know why Jesus Christ was not born in N.Z.? because they couldn't find three wise men!
Thomas Johnson
- Sunday, February 18, 2001 at 13:57:02 (EST)
To Nigel Steel. Cast your mind back about 16 years Nigel, Can you remember an incident of someone throwing an empty bottle over the wall at Christ Church. Sadie.
Sadie M <sadie@daltonet.com>
Seaham, Co Durham UK - Sunday, February 18, 2001 at 10:22:31 (EST)
Well, I'm bound to agree with your experience Alan! I think there are many reasons why people leave there birthplace, and the first time you do, the rose cploured spectacles tend to come off, and reality sets in.Schooldays and youth are character-formi ng and never forgotten, but neither is your first overseas experience, and I spent my 19th birthday in Nairobi!You will be pleased to learn you were not alone in your opinions, because I know a number of people who originally came to NZ as seamen, then ca me back. One or two jumped ship (something you can't do today)and simply started a new life where they wanted to be. Sadie, I'm sorry I missed your question on surname, which is Hall. I was the youngest, same age as Norman Beer, and so would not have know you at the SIS.I was in 1A with Frank Masterman, and Les Hood (teachers) in 1952, and finished in 4A in 1955.Every t ime I have been back to Seaham. including 1999, I have been to see Les, who was a suberb teacher as well as a remarkable man. I hope to see him again next month.
Colin <: nobby@paradise.net.nz>
- Sunday, February 18, 2001 at 04:39:00 (EST)
Colin, or is it Colon ? Regardless every time you open your mouth you make an Ass of yourself!
Frank
C A, USA - Sunday, February 18, 2001 at 04:35:39 (EST)
It is strange to me, how I have been somewhat "snubbed" for my opinionated views on such topics that can enhance one's knowledge and encourage one to "speak-out" on their perspective and opinions. This sets the stage for really good debates. It also cu ltivates one's intellectual ability to broaden his/her perspective on life's issues. However, as I in my last "decent" message on the guest-book offered a small opinion on an important issue in our society at the moment - the Air-Raids by the British and Americans in Iraq and additionally offered some of my life experiences of how certain events have impacted my life. In turn, I offered others to share opinions and life "impacted" experiences so to enhance the "Guest-Book" enteries to be less "self-center ed" and less dominated by those of us who are more apt to be verbally expressive. Furthermore, it would create some wonderful topics and discussions. This would allow everyone to have "equal" opportunity to the guest-bo! ! ok. Unfortunately, my suggestion has yet to be favored. You all became annoyed with me because I was trying to create such intelligent discussions. However, none of you seem to be doing a great job of leaving decent messages on the guest-book. Therefore, it is only fair, not to get annoyed with me or to judge me for my expressing my social, religious, political, economical opinions. By the way, the movie, "Hannibal" was not that great. I bet their will be a 3rd sequal, as at the end, special agent Starli ng, let Hannibal Lector go free.
Jacqueline <katherine markie@aol.com>
USA - Sunday, February 18, 2001 at 04:32:55 (EST)
To Pete Beardmore. If I'm on the right Margaret I sat next to her atthe Sis school in the first year. Class 1a. I was very shy and timid (How things have changed. I lived in Oliver St. I hated school and tried to run home a couple of times. I remember Pat Beaghan but can't place Jaane Stobbard. Give my regards to Margaret. Sadie
Sadie M <sADIE DALTONET.COM>
Seaham, Co Durham UK - Saturday, February 17, 2001 at 19:13:25 (EST)
Sadie Mason, thanks for the reply. Margaret say’s a big hello to you and any other old friends. She remembers your name but cant picture your face. She asks where did you live and do you remember Pat Beagan and Joan Stobart ? She has kept in touch wit h her old friend Carol Johnson, who still lives in Seaham. Thanks again. Pete Beardmore.
Pete <pcaso@rolt2000.fsnet.co.uk>
Cheshire UK - Saturday, February 17, 2001 at 19:07:10 (EST)
Sadie Mason, thanks for the reply. Margaret say’s a big hello to you and any other old friends. She remembers your name but cant picture your face. She asks where did you live and do you remember Pat Beagan and Joan Stobart ? She has kept in touch wit h her old friend Carol Johnson, who still lives in Seaham. Thanks again. Pete Beardmore.
Pete <pcaso@rolt2000.fsnet.co.uk>
Cheshire UK - Saturday, February 17, 2001 at 19:01:31 (EST)
: Colin, If you don't get on with "sanctimonious prats, how can you stand looking in the MIRROR?
Thomas Johnson
- Saturday, February 17, 2001 at 13:15:29 (EST)
: Yes Alan, a great place to live, especially as it is currently 27 degrees, (about 85F)I wouldn't worry about Frank by the way, the only water he's across is the Murton Beck! Thomas my lad, I have neither the time nor inclination to engage in a battle of wits with the unarmed person who impersonates Ms Markie. My entries have my name and e-mail on them.
Colin <nobby@paradise.net.nz>
- Saturday, February 17, 2001 at 13:13:51 (EST)
Hey! Has anyone tried "Working-Out" to "kick-boxing - Tae-Boe" yet? It is fantastic! A super work out for 1 hour. You can do it at your local health club, or you can do it in your house if you buy the tape. I tell you kick boxing is the best! Though, one should still work out on the machines, swim and run etc.. A variety of exercise is healthy. So what do you guys think of the British and USA attacking the Iraqi Rader Sites? I tell you, Sadam Hussain should have been dealt with 10 years ago. He is nev er going to give up. I was in Germany during the Gulf War. I was the nanny working for American Military Officers (Colonels - both parents) I still keep in close contact with the family as I am GodMother to the youngest. Anyway, I remember so well on Janu ary 17th 1991 when the War broke out. All the American schools in Germany - Department of Defense Dependant Schools were closed for the day. I use to volunteer as a teacher's aid at the school with the 12,13 and 14 yrs ! ! old. Anyway, it was such chaos! My employer was deployed to Israel and the other went to Weisbaden to help in the medical area. I had the children, 7, 4 and 1 by myself for 3 weeks. Where we lived, Darmstaad, was on the top of the list for terrorist atta cks. Therefore, the area we lived was patrolled 24 hrs by Military M.Ps It was actually quite frightening! It was the first time in my life, I was almost 22 at the time, where I had been emotionally involved with a War. It gave me a good insight of what W ar truly is -It was then, did I start to get interested in Politics. Also, I took a trip to East Germany, before it unified with West Germany. Being in a Communistic Country was also a great experience and insight of how fortunate I was to be raised in a country where Democracy is natural way of life. I was in East Germany for 4 days and I tell you, I saw things I will never forget. It made such an impression on me. It was that trip that influenced me to be an advocate on Huma! ! n Rights. Does anyone else have any interesting life experiences that has made an impact on your lives? Write and share on the guest-book.
jacqueline <: katherine Markie@aol.com>
USA - Saturday, February 17, 2001 at 13:09:15 (EST)
Colin the reason I asked about NZ was that I was over there many moons ago. In fact it was in the fifties. I was in the merchant navy at the time. I sailed from Sunderland on the MV Riley an old tramp steamer converted to diesel. What a wonderful c ountry you are in. When we arrived there was a dock strike on. We first docked in Auckland then Littleton, on to Wellington and finally Dunedin. Due to the dock strike we had to unload our cargo ourselves by using the Derricks and had about three weeks in each port. Paid by the shore people daily on top of our normal earnings. Consequently drank far to much. Of the four ports visited Lyttleton took my fancy the most. Had a great time there with a girl called Loretta Young, not the film star of cour se. I have always said that if I had to live anywhere else in the world New Zealand is where I would choose to go. The people made us so welcome, home from home in fact. Anyway I have ranted on for too long, better g! ! o before Frank starts shouting again from presumably across the Atlantic.
Alan Dobson <alan@c336tdc.worldonline.co.uk>
Penzance, Cornwall England - Friday, February 16, 2001 at 19:55:17 (EST)
: If you have nothing costuctive to say Frank, then I should be quiet if I were you. At least Colin and I have the courtesy to give our E-mail address.
Alan Dobson <: alan@c336tdc.worldonline.co.uk>
Penzance, Cornwall England - Friday, February 16, 2001 at 19:52:14 (EST)
: Colin, There are many lines of similarities in your letters and the forgeries in the name of Jacquiline Markie, it's as plane as the nose on your face Mate!
Thomas Johnson
- Friday, February 16, 2001 at 19:50:19 (EST)
: Question: How do you know when a Woman has used your computer to write a letter? Answer: There's Tippex on the monitor screen!
Thomas Johnson
- Friday, February 16, 2001 at 19:48:55 (EST)
Dddo yyyou hhhave a sssttutter Frank? 'Cos iiiit's ttttaken yyyou ttttwo aaattempts ttto sssay nnnothing--aanonymously!
Colin <: nobby@paradise.net.nz>
- Friday, February 16, 2001 at 19:47:29 (EST)
: To "Frank" Orange County USA - Yes, it has been a shame that I have somewhat dominated over the guest-book. But I did not intend for that to happen. I was just merely stating my opinions on issues. When, Whoosh!! bing, bang boom! did I get bombarded with all kinds of comments regarding my opinions. Therefore, of course I was going to answer them back. Anyway, will try not to dominate the book from now on. Also, Why is someone continually writing to this "Greame" guy pretending to be me. You are obv iously have fun doing it - so rather than my get annoyed, I will go along with the huge joke. Maybe soon you will get tired of it. Have a great day everyone! Hey did you hear the latest of the wonderful (not!) former President - Bill Clinton. He pardone d a millionair Democrat for donations to his library while he was in office. The guy, (Clinton) was such a sleezebag! Now you all know why I am so happy with George Bush in office.
Jacqueline <: katherine markie@aol.com>
USA - Friday, February 16, 2001 at 19:45:21 (EST)
Congratualations Seaham on having a very nice web site it's a shame Jacqueline ,Colin and Allan have to monopolize it with childish dribble.Grow up children!
Frank
La Habra, Orange County USA - Friday, February 16, 2001 at 03:36:48 (EST)
: Congratulations Seaham on having a very nice guestbook it's a shame that little children like Jacqueline ,Colin and Alan have to monopolize it and ruin it for everyone else. Grow up you Jackasses!
Frank
LaHabra, Orange County USA - Friday, February 16, 2001 at 03:35:11 (EST)
: Graeme honey (what a sweet name) I'm sorry for intruding in your forthcoming gymnastics programme, but I've had an inquiry from a pastor in respect of a certain keenly anxious young woman in regard to both her hyper-activity and choice of veil. The l atter I hasten to add has nothing whatsoever to do with any rumours of "three-bag" visage, rather it is the choice of colour, which he feels should be more "off-white", even cream perhaps, than the pure white chosen.It is our experience of such wedded bli ss that the cretin (sorry, read "Groom") should first have an ECG as well as a current gym. membership in such cases.You should also register with a Post Traumatic Distress Councellor, as it is likely you will need one. A hearing aid may also come in hand y, plus a couple of bibles (to stand on, not study).You may also wish to purchase a Powerball Lottery ticket.
Colin <nobby@paradise.net.nz>
- Friday, February 16, 2001 at 03:32:53 (EST)
: Okay, folks of my hometown present (and past!) as I have been receiving several "hints" regarding my long and drawn out "speeches" on my religious views - called "Freedom of Speech" here in America. Also, of my constant chit-chatter" of America, whic h is tiresome to those of you who do not live in the country, nor care to live here. I have decided to only speak of religion, if, someone else voices an opinion and instigates a debate. Or, if they choose to have bitterness toward God. Otherwise, I will shut my mouth!!! I got the hint! Thank you kind folk of the Seaham guest-book. Lynne Lyons, "Cocky" I will try to post a decent messge on the guest-book from now on. Anyway, hey, you would all be surprised, as you have figured out, I am pretty reserved and conservative, but I still have fun and go to the Irish pubs etc.. Well, I am going to see the movie "Hannibal" on Saturday afternoon. It is the sequal to "Silence of the Lamb" It came out over here last Friday. I w! ! ill tell you all if it is worth going to see. Also, the movie "Left Behind" is out over here, based on the book of Revelations. I did see the movie - but I will not share with you my religious views. It was a good movie though and really made you think! I hope everything is going well back in Seaham and in England. Have a great evening everyone. I am off to the health club for an hour or so.
Jacqueline <Katherine Markie@aol.com>
USA - Friday, February 16, 2001 at 03:30:42 (EST)
: Graeme! Honey, where were you, I waited at the guest book for just ages! Please don't say you've changed your mind about our marriage. I've already seen a lovely dress, chiffon with a long veil and in white - of course! I've been on to seahampropert ies.com and got some details of a fine looking condominium on the Upper Parkside Riverfront. Not quite sure where that is in Seaham but it sounds kinda nice. There's so much we need to talk about. Can you rush me a list of guests from your side so I can see about caterers. Honey I'm just so excited - really wish you were here now! I've spoken to my pastor, here in the states and he's so happy for me and he tells me it's just got to be god's will that you and I join ourselves in the blessed sacrament. Wri te me soon babe - "Love you like the Lord does!"
Jacqueline <: katherine Markie@aol.com>
USA - Thursday, February 15, 2001 at 18:41:53 (EST)
Jacquiline Markie is right! There is a God: my Mother-in-law lost her voice for 10 days last month which proves the power of prayer
Thomas Johnson
- Thursday, February 15, 2001 at 18:39:37 (EST)
We're all gonna be watching the lads play West Ham in The Mill tomorrow followed by ENGERLAND trouncing the eye-ties in the rugger. I love OWT like that me! FANTASTIC!
Captain FANTASTIC <: the_cyclops@hotmail.com>
Seaham, Co Durham Engerland - Thursday, February 15, 2001 at 12:10:56 (EST)
: Hi, "Cocky" I know who you are - Lynne Lyons I beleive, we tried to e-mail each other last year, but for whatever reason we could not connect. Anyway, yes! I agree with you. I do go on a bit! I think it is just my personality. I am always so filed with too much extra energy and enthusiasm. I have to work out and run, otherwise I am over hypo-active! Maybe if I were married or had children I would not have as much extra energy. Anyway, don't worry I did not take your comment as an insult or as bei ng disrespectful. I know, I know! I get on my "High-Horse" regarding my religion, pro-life views, politics and human rights and whatever else.... I am rather opinionated. But! I am not as arragont or ignorant to know that it is also very intelligent to "stop!" and listen to others points of views. You know, I am really not a "holy than thou" I am very understanding to all people from all different cultures, religions, ethnic groups and beliefs. I have to be, otherwise! ! I could not do the work that I do. Anyway, thanks for the "advice!" So how are you? I hope you are well, how are your friends Lesley Waller, Kay Robinson, Joanne Bryan and Erica Jones doing? Hope everyone is doing well. Also, I remember Lisa Robinson, how is she? Oh too, how is Maureen Laws? did she marry Richard Whitmore? Hey, you would be surprised at how many people I still remember from school. Anyway, hope you are all well. Bye....
Jacqueline <: Katherine Markie@aol.com>
USA - Thursday, February 15, 2001 at 12:06:22 (EST)
: Yes Alan, I'm in Wellington, New Zealand, and have been since I came for a looksee in 1963 and forgot to go back!I've been back to the UK numerous times, the most recent in 1999, and again in three weeks time; (I'm going to see my niece Joan) but I w ill only have a day or two to sample the delights of the old home town! But first, all day in Sydney on the 11th, then Rome, and London.
Colin <: nobby@paradise.net.nz>
- Thursday, February 15, 2001 at 10:03:19 (EST)
Thomas, I get on with just about anyone, anytime , anywhere.With the exception of sanctimonious prats. So if you know anyone fitting that description would you do me a favour by warning him for me?I never ever was able to suffer fools gladly. It's a f airly common northern trait you know!You never lose it!
Colin <nobby@paradise.net.nz>
- Thursday, February 15, 2001 at 10:01:41 (EST)
: Hello Jacqueline, no disrespect, but i know you from school,can't you leave a decent message without preaching to everyone about god or america?No wonder everyone gets on your case, all you go on about is god and america. Fair enough, you h ave your beliefs, but not everyone wants it ramming down their throats. I know that's not how you see it but that's how it is.I'm sorry to have had to say this but that is how it is.
Cocky <: george@adcock45.co.uk.freeserve>
Seaham, Co Durham UK - Thursday, February 15, 2001 at 10:00:12 (EST)
Hello Jacqueline, no disrespect, but i know you from school,can't you leave a decent message without preaching to everyone about god or america?No wonder everyone gets on your case, all you go on about is god and america. Fair enough, you hav e your beliefs, but not everyone wants it ramming down their throats. I know that's not how you see it but that's how it is.I'm sorry to have had to say this but that is how it is.
Cocky <george@adcock45.co.uk.freeserve>
Seaham, Co.Durham England - Thursday, February 15, 2001 at 09:47:44 (EST)
Hi, lucky you Colin - I seem to remember you have a daughter/granddaughter who owns a shop. How long are you going back for? Have a lager and black for me in the Kestrel, what the heck any pub will do!!! I would love to go back and show my kids where I used to live on Princess Rd and the beach etc, my daughter was too young to remember and my son never got to Seaham the last time we were there. Sounds like parts of England are having really weird weather, floods etc. Happy Valentines Day all!
Joan <: mark_watkinson@telus.net>
Canada - Wednesday, February 14, 2001 at 19:00:22 (EST)
: Colin, Is there anything or anyone that you like apart from yourself? If you have aq confession to make I will listen my Son!
Thomas Johnson
- Wednesday, February 14, 2001 at 18:58:12 (EST)
Thanks for your comments Nobby. Mind you got to admit she stirs it up for us all. If it wasn't for that wonderful woman in the States, I don't think I would ever be tempted to make any comments on the Guestbook. By the way, are you in N.Z.
Alan Dobson <alan@c336tdc.worldonline.co.uk>
Penzance, Cornwall UK - Wednesday, February 14, 2001 at 13:56:01 (EST)
: Good for Norman Sadie. As I say, I left at 17, and though I have been back a few times I never really lived there again, and as you are no doubt aware, haven't lived in England for many years.I was there briefly two years ago, and will be in March th is year. However, I remember Norman. I've been married 30 years, and have two daughters and one son, and three grandchildren.He (Norman) would have known Geordie Monarch and Ted Wilkinson? Well, I was the third member!I'll be in Seaham 22nd/23rd March
Colin <: nobby@paradise.net.nz>
- Wednesday, February 14, 2001 at 13:53:33 (EST)
: I was wrong! She only wrote 250 words, though they were mainly repeats of earlier versions, all with the same message. Holier than thou! It's a bit like those regular doses of Castor Oil! You get it whether you want it or not!
Colin <: nobby@paradise.net.nz>
- Wednesday, February 14, 2001 at 13:51:24 (EST)
I drink in The Mill and I think it's FANTASTIC! Keep serving that beer Jim.
Captain FANTASTIC <: the_cyclops@hotmail.com>
Seaham, Co Durham Uk - Wednesday, February 14, 2001 at 13:50:02 (EST)
Colin, Yes Norman did live in the gable end in Malvern number 1 in fact. I'm his younger sister. He hasn't got the white hair, I have. I tell him it's because I have been keeping him right for all these years. What is your second name? I'm sure he will remeber you. He's got a memory like an elephant. By the way he has a son and a daughter and 4 grandchildren and is still laid back.
Sadie
Seaham, Co Durham UK - Wednesday, February 14, 2001 at 03:25:12 (EST)
: I was at school with Norman Sadie. Didn't he live in one of those gable-end houses just off Malvern, with the green out front? I can imagine the grey hair though I always thought he was a pretty laid back character. I left when I was 17, and went ov erseas almost immediately,so I doubt if he remembers me.I was born at 143 Malvern by the way.
Colin <nobby@paradise.net.nz>
- Wednesday, February 14, 2001 at 03:19:53 (EST)
I couldn't agree more Alan. You can bring up perfectly reasonable, well-balanced christian kids without the intervention of god-botherers,though from that high horse that Ms Markie sits on, I doubt she has any knowledge on which to base a rational comm ent. That's not to say we won't get another five yards however! Praying is pointless by the way, I tried it and she's still on her box!
colin <nobby@paradise.ne.nz>
- Wednesday, February 14, 2001 at 03:17:54 (EST)
To "Colin" or "Nobby" I do not ram my beliefs down other people's throats - I am just merely defending God when others on the guest-book appear to be so bitter toward God, because of tradgic events which occur during the course of life. When someone's "Glass Is Half Empty" (meaning they are very negative and always think of the worst) - I like to be the person whose "Glass Is Always Half Full" (I am a very Positive person) and I like to help people to see the good in the world and in life situations. You would be very surprised, I am actually, as I have been told, one of the more understanding of people to those of different values, religious practices and cultures to that of my own. I am very open to new ideas and listen to others express their vie ws. However, I am firm on my own views and also do not mind expressing them. Also, by the way, way back when in 1984 with my Religious Studies class (At Northlea with Mr. Eales) I did go to see Billy Graham when he ca me to Sunderland's Roker Park. I remember how enlightening it was for me. I have also seen the Pope, January 26th&27th 1999 when he came to St. Louis, Missouri. It was fantasic!!! Especially to see all the young teenagers just so hungry for "spiritual fo od" and wanting to listen to what the Pope had to say. The Mass for the Adults was equally as enlightening!
Jacqueline
- Wednesday, February 14, 2001 at 03:15:54 (EST)
: i think markie went to school with billy graham?
martin luther <ivorone@screaming.net>
bedford UK - Tuesday, February 13, 2001 at 18:39:19 (EST)
To "Thomas Johnson" Yes, as I read whoat I wrote before I sent it to the Seaham Guest-Book, It was in perfect context. What happened between sending my "defending God" to the Guest-Book and when it actually arrived - I do not know. Words were mixed u p and (these "!!!" signs were popping up all over.) Though, you must admit, I did an outstanding job of making all you non-believers to "think!" and to realize "God does not make bad things happen!" We, as human beings do! We have "free-will" to make our own choices in life. We know what is right and wrong and for every choice we make, whether it is a "right moral" choice, or if is a "wrong immoral" choice, there are always, always a consquence to pay for whatever choices we make in life. I told you, I am very good at defending my Religion, my Pro-Life views, my Political views and whatever other opinions I have. That is because, I am my "own" person and I live my life according to how I feel the most comfortable. Anyway, take care all and have a super day! your friend, Jacqueline.
Jacqueline
USA - Tuesday, February 13, 2001 at 18:36:57 (EST)
: "Greame" THAT IS NOT ME - "Jacqueline" who is insisting on wanting to be your bride. I am tired of people using my e-mail. STOP IT!!!! I am not a bit interested in returning back to Seaham. I hope whoever you are using my e-mail is having a good bit laugh at your own stupidity! You are being rather immature!
Jacqueline
USA - Tuesday, February 13, 2001 at 18:34:37 (EST)
: Nice Sermon. I have never beleived in God, however I have always beleived in helping others as much as possible. I have five children who have been brought up with the right values. I do not pray nor ask for anything in this life. If there is in f act a heaven, then I'm sure I have as much right to it as the person who does believe in God. Being a christian to me is following ones concience and always trying to to the right thing by it. Here endeth my Sermon.
Alan Dobson <alan@c336tdc.worldonline.co.uk>
Penzance, Cornwall UK - Tuesday, February 13, 2001 at 18:32:46 (EST)
: Sorry TJ, you missed out Satirical! Look it up.
Colin <nobby@paradise.net.nz>
- Tuesday, February 13, 2001 at 18:30:22 (EST)
Colin, Norman Beer is my brother. That's why I have white hair.Sadie
Sadie
Seaham, Co Durham UK - Tuesday, February 13, 2001 at 18:28:40 (EST)
: Sadie, I knew a Norman Beer when at school. Any relation?
Colin <nobby@paradise.net.nz>
- Tuesday, February 13, 2001 at 18:26:29 (EST)
: Contadictory:(the exact opposite). Paradoxical: (opposed to common notions).Of course it was both, and meant to be, English is my native tongue after all! The point was that this is not a forum for those of religious bent to ram their opinions down other contributors throats.Find a "happy-clappers" column! I too am a catholic by the way, but I don't go on about it.And I take the piss a lot!
Colin <: nobby@paradise.net.nz>
- Tuesday, February 13, 2001 at 18:24:02 (EST)
Colin@ Paradise. Your epistle of Tuesday 13th is totally contradictory and paradoxical in its content
Thomas Johnson
- Tuesday, February 13, 2001 at 08:46:34 (EST)
: Hi to you all, It seems the guestbook has been cleaned up a bit - thanks Ed. Let me lighten the tone somewhat with a bizarre piece of big business multi-national bullying in Australia. An Aussie business man who is sick of Aussie business icons bein g bought by foreigners, decided to use some of his wealth to counteract this. His name is Dick Smith, and he has co-opted remaining Aussie owned businesses to join him. All the products have an Aussie flag and his face on the labels - Dick Smith this and Dick Smith that - O.K. so far! Then he decided to take on Redhead matches now owned by an American firm - he called his matches 'DickHeads' - True!! The American Company has taken him to Court to stop him. Their complaint is the ordinary consumer would not be able to tell the difference between a Redhead and a Dickhead - the case is pending - I kid you not!!!!
Oz-Brian <balhaven@iprimus.com.au>
South Australia - Tuesday, February 13, 2001 at 08:44:52 (EST)
To Pete Beardmore, I think I was at school with your sister Margaret. Check it out my maiden name was Sadie Beer.
Sadie Mason <sadie@daltonet.com>
Seaham, Co Durham UK - Tuesday, February 13, 2001 at 04:54:50 (EST)
Soap box sold
Steve Smith <steve@smithg54.freeserve.co.uk>
Naples, Campania Italy - Tuesday, February 13, 2001 at 04:48:31 (EST)
Well, that was a fairly predictable response< Anyone want a little-used soapbox? The point Ms Markie, was that I will defend anyones right to free speech providing I don't have to listen to your preaching at a 1000 words a minute. Your beliefs are exactly that; stop ramming them down other peoples throats.
Colin < nobby@paradise>
- Tuesday, February 13, 2001 at 04:45:02 (EST)
To "Nobby" I wanted to continue to you on your somewhat "bitterness" toward God. You know many people say there is no God. Or, they say, "What has God done for me?" My answer to them is: "What have you done for God?" Look at what God has done for you - He gave you life, a functioning brain and working body. Due to your functioning brain, you are able to work, earn an income and with that, you are able to live a decent life. For the poor people, God provides to them in other ways by putting people in t heir lives to help them. For the mentally and physically challenged people, God again, puts people in their lives to help them and to take care of them. A friend of mine, who I use to go to school with, once told me, "what has God done for me?" I told he r he gave her life and a brain. He blest her with children and with friends and family. He gave her "free-will" of mind, so that she could make choices of her own - so that she could be her "own" person. God did not mak! ! e the wrong choices for her in life - she made them herself. God's big plan is not to cause us harm - his plan is for us to develop faith, hope, strength, love and trust in him - so that we can try our hardest to live life a good moral way. As adults our whole goal and purpose in life should be to try to be as compassionate and understanding as possible to all kinds of diverse situations and circumstances. We should try to learn to understand people and what makes them behave in a manner they do. We shou ld try to live our lives as close to "Christ-like" as possible so that we can feel sure we may have a wonderful opportunity to possible enter heaven and have eternal life. Wouldn't it be nice to see all of our loved ones who died before us? Also, "Nobby" Why are you so against George Bush? He is trying very hard to put respect and dignity back into the White House left over from Bill Clinton. Also, George Bush is also trying very hard to put some morals and values back into t! ! his country. Do you know why we have so many abortions? It is not all because of rape or incest. It is because parents are not teaching children to have respect for their bodies and for themselves. There is too much emphasis on sexual relationships at suc h a young age - it is ridiculose! Teenagers think it is "cool" to be having sex and if one is still a virgin they are ridiculed. It does not make sense! We adults are responsible for our children's future. If we choose not to install morals and solid valu es in children, and continue to be afraid to even verbally discipline our children, we are going to see more of children turing out delinquents. Why do you think we have school shootings in America? Because childrne do not know how to deal with the word "no" or with disappointments. They do not know how to "work" to persever and young adults have zero work ethics - it is pathetic! George Bush is trying his hardest to get this country back to a decent state. I cheer our Ameri! ! can President. We cannot help others if we cannot help ourselves. America loves to help other nations, but our country is suffering. Getting back to God, on a final thought. He answers our prayers every day, either with a "yes" or with a "no" I have had t he answer "No" more times than I can count - but I still pray, have faith, trust and hope.
Jacqueline < Katherine markie@aol.com>
USA - Tuesday, February 13, 2001 at 04:42:58 (EST)
Will the person impressionating me please stop NOW! It's juvenile and silly and really quite unconstructive. Whoever you are you are making me sound like a "holy roller" and that's not my style at all. Graeme. I know it must be kinda confusing but bel ieve me honey I DO want to come back to Seaham and be your bride. It may seem strange to some but I believe in doing God's will and if my Father In Heaven feels I can help the youth of Seaham then that's what I must do. Graeme - meet me in the chatroom at 22.00 GMT on the 14th of Feb OKay? Hey, that's St Valentines! That's just gotta be a sign in our favour! Bless You.
Jacqueline < katherine Markie@aol.com>
USA - Tuesday, February 13, 2001 at 04:40:07 (EST)
Joan Skinner. Do you know my two sisters Margaret and Muriel Beardmore. They will have been at the 'SIS' at some time during the years you mentioned. Muriel, who is the eldest, now lives in Doncaster. Margaret lives in Newcastle under Lyme. Both went into nursing after leaving school. We also have an older brother Tom now living in Bradford. I also went to the SIS between 1958 - 1962. I am also a Seaham exile living in Cheshire. It would be nice to hear from anyone who remembers the family. We lived in Westlea and Mill dale during the 1960's. Thanks. Pete Beardmore
Pete < pcaso@rolt2000.fsnet.co.uk>
Middlewich, Cheshire UK - Monday, February 12, 2001 at 18:46:01 (EST)
Joan Skinner. Do you know my two sisters Margaret and Muriel Beardmore. They will have been at the 'SIS' at some time during the years you mentioned. Muriel, who is the eldest, now lives in Doncaster. Margaret lives in Newcastle under Lyme. Both went into nursing after leaving school. We also have an older brother Tom now living in Bradford. I also went to the SIS between 1958 - 1962. I am also a Seaham exile living in Cheshire. It would be nice to hear from anyone who remembers the family. We lived in Westlea and Mill dale during the 1960's. Thanks. Pete Beardmore
Pete < pcaso@rolt2000.fsnet.co.uk>
Middlewich, Cheshire UK - Monday, February 12, 2001 at 18:45:59 (EST)
To "Nobby" You know a month ago I just finished reading a book by a Jewish Rabbi called "Why Bad Things Happen To Good People." I have loaned out the book to a friend, so at this moment I do not remember the Rabbi's name. Actually I may call her late r and ask for the Authors Name, then I will print it on the Guest-Book. Anyway, the Rabbi did an outstanding job of 12 chapters explainning such tradgic events and how "They" are NOT part of God's plan. Things just happen for no other reason than - "Jus t Because!" He also explained in chapter 2 about the book of Job in the Bible. How he was a very good and honorable man to God and yet God struck him with many terrible misfortunes. Why would God do such a thing to a man who loved him so? Aren't punishm ents only meant for the wicked? So wppen - perhaps it was just "circumstantial." We have all in our lives experienced some kind of terrible loss and emotional pain and many times people look to God for an excuse of why a "bad" thing happened. Many times it is not the "Will" of God for misfortunes to happen. They happen by circumstances. In the book the Rabbi tells a story of when he went to the hospital to see a woman who had been in a serious car crash and obviously had survived. The woman said to the Rabbi, "Now I know there is a God, I am alive and he must have wanted me alive for a reason." The Rabbi, said he did not answer her back, because, he said he thought what are the family thinking of the person who did die. Did that mean that God did not want for their son to live? Why would God favor one over the other? Later, during the book, if you have insight to life and a decent intellectual level, you will learn that God (and those of us who believe in Jesus, the Blessed Mother, Saints and Angels) are th!hy was God punishing Job? Was it because he was testing Job's faith and love for God? Or, was it because Job was paying for the sins of others? Or was it not God making misfortunes ha!ppen - perhaps it was just "circumstantial." We have all in ou r lives experienced some kind of terrible loss and emotional pain and many times people look to God for an excuse of why a "bad" thing happened. Many times it is not the "Will" of God for misfortunes to happen. They happen by circumstances. In the book the Rabbi tells a story of when he went to the hospital to see a woman who had been in a serious car crash and obviously had survived. The woman said to the Rabbi, "Now I know there is a God, I am alive and he must have wanted me alive for a reason." Th e Rabbi, said he did not answer her back, because, he said he thought what are the family thinking of the person who did die. Did that mean that God did not want for their son to live? Why would God favor one over the other? Later, during the book, if yo u have insight to life and a decent intellectual level, you will learn that God (and those of us who believe in Jesus, the Blessed Mother, Saints and Angels) are th! ! ere to give us the strength we need to carry on through the dredges of life it can sometimes bring to us. God is there to give us hope and encouragement. He is there to help us attain wisdom through our life experiences. God is not there to hurt us or t o cause us harm and castrophies. God is there so that we can be aware of our own state of mind/conscience - what is right and wrong. The holy Trinity - God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Spirit is real to those of us who have developed the gift of "faith." God sent his son Jesus, so that we may have eternal life in heaven - becasue of that great sacrifice, how can anyone say there is no God. I have had some horrible life experiences, yes! even here in America (A country I love so much) I have l ost a loved one to death, I have experienced been hurt, having a Christmas card mailed back to me, having hurtful things said to me by family. However, I do not blame God. We are given "free-will" of mind, so that each exper!ience is of a different kind in order for us to learn, to grow and to attaint the wisdom and knowledge we need to survive in this world. God does not make bad things happen - they just happen as part of life and what we must do is to lean on God for strength and hope. (daily prayer also helps! Believe me, I know!!!) !
Jacqueline <Katherine Markie>
USA - Monday, February 12, 2001 at 18:42:55 (EST)
We have had a great response to the Beau Brummel re-union - a date has still to be arranged. People who worked for the Company as far back as 1955 have been in touch but there are still a lot more names I could think of who have not yet contacted me . If you worked at the factories in Dene House Road ( sewing room ) or Tempest Rd ( even the Old Drill Hall the cutting Room ) give us a ring on 5813823
Val Roberts < valerier_2000_uk@yahoo.co.uk>
Seaham, Durham UK - Monday, February 12, 2001 at 18:34:30 (EST)
I See the locals of Dingly Dell have taken to building speed ramps...A LOT OF SPEED RAMPS. But nevermind, avoid them by simply driving into the parking place outside of their houses. NICE TRY Dingly Dell but not good enough I am afraid. why not try put ting Border control gaurds at each end to keep us NASTY Seaham lot out of your little bit of England. If I want to drive through Dingly Dell I will and a bunch of stuck up idoits with grand idea's will not stop me.
EIVIS <the King@home.net>
MAMA - Monday, February 12, 2001 at 18:31:32 (EST)
That may be the luckiest let-off you'll ever see TJ.It would be a one-sided affair if ever there was one, what with God having the best job description there is. I mean, anyone else making as many cock-ups as he does would be sacked on the spot. He nev er turns up for work, or if he does nobody ever sees him.If I announced to the world that I believe in Martians I'd be ridiculed, yet there is more eveidence of Martians than there is of god. Very few cultures don't have a god of some sort. Whether it be the christian alternative of the elderly, earnest looking guy with flowing robes, or Buddha-who seriously needs to renew his gym ticket-or the third poplar tree in a particular village.If there is a god, are earthquakes in India part of the big exam? Wher e in god's plan do the killers of the Bulger boy fit in? Or rapists? Or paedophiles? Where in god's plan is the ability to buy twin babies off the internet. For the holocaust? Fohis slacker of a god having one very long bad-hair day? And now, you will all be told, in no less than ten thousand words, and totally unhelpfully, that "There's a reason for everything." Personally, I believe they should give the job to an agnostic, dyslexic, insomniac, who lies awake at night wondering if there really is a Dog! r TV evangelists? For George W Bush? Is t!
Colin <nobby@paradise.net.nz>
- Monday, February 12, 2001 at 11:54:26 (EST)
To "Nigel Steel" Hey! I remember you!! I remember exactly who you are - so how are you? I hope you are doing well and keeping well. How are things back in Seaham? Do you keep in touch with old friends from school? Do you remember Denise Summerbell? I heard from Amanda Phillips (now Hemmings) that Denise Married Kevin Wood. I bet you also remember Susan Frater - I heard she married years ago and lived in York. There are so many people I remember and so many things about school that I remember (maybe things I would rather forget!! But most times it was quite a "laugh!" thinking back, though not at the time. Anyway, take care and God Bless. Jacqueline
Jacqueline < Katherine Markie@aol.com>
USA - Monday, February 12, 2001 at 10:30:50 (EST)
Someone is again using my e-mail to respond to people. I AM TIRED OF IT! SO WHOEVER YOU ARE - STOP IT NOW!!! "Greame" I did NOT send that message of saying I would come back to Seaham. People of this guest-book, turn the "on" switch to "on" to make yo ur brains work and stop acting like idiots! Also, "Greame" or "Thomas Johnson" I am not sure we can use the "Chat-line" our time difference is too much and my work schedule various, what with working with children and my work at the Crisis Center - I get too caught up. We will just be friends over the guest-book. Besides, if I come back to Seaham, it would only be for a vacation to see my parents. My life is here in the States.
Jacqueline < Katherine markie@aol.com>
USA - Monday, February 12, 2001 at 10:28:36 (EST)
To "Frank" I also noticed on the Seaham "Chat-Line" that you were saying "Hi" to me and you asked if we could chat sometime about "life" and "religion." Of course we can! I am always happy to discuss the "Philosophies of Life" and the "Influence of Religion." However, due to the time difference of the UK and the USA I think it may be a little difficult to arrange a "chat" time. My work schedule is so busy and various. However, you can always e-mail me. I did try to e-mail you from the chat-line b ut it said you did not accept e-mails from the guest-book? So, please go ahead and e-mail me. Otherwise, we will never connect. Hope you are having a great day and evening. Take Care and God Bless! Jacqueline.
Jacqueline <Katherine Markie@aol.com>
USA - Sunday, February 11, 2001 at 19:05:24 (EST)
To "Sagem" from the Seaham "Chat-Line" Sunday 10th Feb. I notice you were saying hello to me. Sorry I was not there. I have been out all day! From 8.00am this morning - I went to Mass, then I went to help a friend - giving advice on dealing with teen agers! I am glad at this point I am not a mom! It is too hard and stressful trying to raise teenagers in today's society. Anyway, I am not sure if I know you, but hello anyway and take care.
Jacqueline < katherine Markie@aol.com>
USA - Sunday, February 11, 2001 at 19:03:02 (EST)
Have just found the site for Seaham and will have a good look through it when I have more time. Hello to anyone who knew me especially from Seaham Secondary Modern, Station Road,1953 - 1959.Have just found the site for Seaham and will have a good look through it when I have more time. Hello to anyone who knew me especially from Seaham Secondary Modern, Station Road,1953 - 1959.
Joan Skinner (nee Simpson). < basjoan@tinyonline.co.uk>
Newquay, Cornwall UK - Sunday, February 11, 2001 at 19:00:37 (EST)
Jacquiline, Sorry dont know where the Greame Lacey signature came from, must be a gremlin on my computer, Please note your polite refusal has broken my heart how about a 1 to 1 on the chat-line?
Thomas Johnson
- Sunday, February 11, 2001 at 18:57:40 (EST)
Graeme, I've been too hasty in my last reply, I've prayed a little and thought a lot and, if you're serious about that offer of marriage then maybe we should give it a try. Could we live in Seaham? I guess it's kinda corny but, hey, why not! Promise m e we can be married at St Cuthberts, with the choir singing for us. email me Graeme, we need to talk. God bless you and keep us both pure for one another.
Jacqueline < katherine Markie@aol.com>
USA - Sunday, February 11, 2001 at 18:55:38 (EST)
Lived in Seaham Harbour from 1965 to 1991 at Parkside
Gary Hepple <Heppleclan@aol.com>
Ingateston, Essex UK - Sunday, February 11, 2001 at 17:08:49 (EST)
: Hi any one remember me. Nigel(Stella)Steel. I went to sis School & Northlea left in 85. Mr Wilson was my form teacher carnt remember my teacher at sis.She left in a hurry one day i was in form 2.2 at the time.Jaqueline were you in the same class
Nigel Steel <nnsteel@parksidecres.fsnet.co.uk>
Seaham, Durham UK - Sunday, February 11, 2001 at 17:05:28 (EST)
To "Greame Lacey" Thank you for the beautiful comment. However, I am so sorry I do not think I could ever be comfortable and happy back in Seaham. I have not lived there for 14 years; too many years have gone by and I believe I have changed too much to ever settle back in Seaham. Once one leaves their town, it is very difficult for them to go "back" and live life how it "was." (And that, folks, for the ones who are loyal to Seaham was not directed as a "put-down" It is just reality and how it is fo r most people. I bet Lesley Roberts who now lives in America and has for 9 years could never go back and live in Seaham. Life is just too different to go back to, wherever one chooses to move from and move to.)However, I am sure one day I will visit Sea ham again and for now, this wonderful guest-book keeps me in touch with the town of Seaham - thank you! Greame, I hope someday you find the young lady for you, but until then, hey! just enjoy and embrace your singlehood! ! - I do! By the way, Happy Valentines Day to you!!! God Bless, Jacqueline!
Jacqueline < katherine Markie@aol.com>
USA - Sunday, February 11, 2001 at 04:32:37 (EST)
Jaqueline Markie, You sound just the Woman for me! Come back home to Seaham and be my ever-loving Wife, I'll even ask Colin over from NZ to be our best man Be my valentine and say "I do" With love, Thomas
graeme lacey
- Saturday, February 10, 2001 at 18:54:41 (EST)
Jaqueline Markie, You sound just the Woman for me! Come back home to Seaham and be my ever-loving Wife, I'll even ask Colin over from NZ to be our best man Be my valentine and say "I do" With love, Thomas
Thomas Johnson
UK - Saturday, February 10, 2001 at 18:51:43 (EST)
hi marion,how ya doing
mad max
- Saturday, February 10, 2001 at 06:49:06 (EST)
Katherine Markie, Just missed you on the Chatline earlier!
Frank
- Saturday, February 10, 2001 at 06:47:08 (EST)
: To "Nobby" Colin New Zealand. No, I am not married. I've been told my standards are too high. But all I am asking for is a good, kind, gentle, compassionate catholic man! Oh well! Alas, I sit here, almost 32 years old next month (St. Joseph's Day)n ice and single, enjoying my singlehood.I work, earn money, put it in the bank and spend some, I shop, visit museams, dine out and have fun! I do what all single people do - I enjoy my life and am thankful for it too!!! I am, however, being patient,just wa iting for God to send to me someone special and just right for me. Why do you ask? Do my entries bug you or something? At least I always have things to talk about. (That I have not changed from school. I always liked to "chit-chat")I am a well rounded yo ung woman and I am very good at conversing with people - that is part of my work. By the way, in my Sociology class at college in Pennsylvania there was a guy who was from New Zealand. He was a nice guy. It was ammusing t! ! hough, as people would mistake our accents. I think the British and New Zealand people sound quite different from each other. When I was down in Florida last month I met quite a few people from New Zealand who worked at Disney's Animal Kingdom. You see m nice people. I told you, I am being completely, positively, Positive!in regards to all comments directed to me. Lets keep this guest-book fun!
jacqueline <katherine markie@aol.com>
Barrington, Illinois USA - Saturday, February 10, 2001 at 06:43:11 (EST)
1. Is jaqueline (her spelling) married? 2. Does her husband spend long periods alone in his shed/garage? 3. Is he totally deaf?
Colin < nobby@paradise.net.nz>
New Zealand - Friday, February 09, 2001 at 12:04:24 (EST)
Hi Joan sorry haven't been in touch for a while been working over time here - anyway hope you are keeping ok - have you got any photos from our school days tucked away anywhere? Has anyone else from Deneside school been in touch with you lately? Anyone else go to SIS between 71 and 76? get in touch if so or if you went to Deneside School before then? Bye for now Marian (nee Wilson)
Marion Lisgo < marian.lisgo@sunderland.ac.uk>
Seaham, Durham UK - Thursday, February 08, 2001 at 19:09:46 (EST)
Does anyone remember Crompton and Harrisons in Denehouse Rd I worked there untill 1962. Iwould like to here from anyone who used to work there at that time
Bryan Roberts <brycynth111@hotmail.com>
Surrey UK - Thursday, February 08, 2001 at 19:05:35 (EST)
To "Graham - Northlea 1985" First, thank you for at least recognizing that I do exsist. Second, glad you remember Joanne Roberts. Yes, she was and I think probably is still quite a beautiful woman. I kept in touch with her for the 4 years I was in G ermany and then when I moved to America I lost touch with her. However, I do know she went to Newcastle University and became a school teacher. I heard the last time I was home (years ago) that she was serious with a boyfriend, I think in Seaham, but I n ever got the chance to visit with her. I have often wondered how she is doing and hope she is well. She and I were good friends all through school. We knew each other at Ropery Walk school - though we did not always hang out together during our school days. Anyway, what is your full name? Maybe I will remember who you are? What form class were you in? There are so many people from school that I do remember and often wonder how everyone is doing. Though I stated a f! ! ew weeks ago and insinuated I would never go back to Seaham, I think at times my curiosity would like to get the better half of me. Maybe I should swallow that pride that I have and admit, there are times I do miss the place and wish we could all have a happy, friendly, peaceful reunion. This is why I contribute to the guest-book - it keeps me in touch! I am a woman filled with too much pride at times and I know that is not always a good way to live - but! that is me! Anyway, hope you are well - have a g reat day!
jacqueline
Barrington, Illinois USA - Thursday, February 08, 2001 at 12:02:03 (EST)
To "ZebraKid" Thank you for your e-mail a few weeks ago. I do remember you. Your mom and my mom are friends. I dread to think what you think of me now! You must think I am just completely "rebellious!" (and maybe wonder what I see in America and wh at the heck it has done to me!) Believe me, I am not that bad - just vivacious! So how are you? What do you do and do you still live at the same place in Seaham? You were friends with Alison and Tracy Jones? It was very sad to hear their dad had died ab out a year or so ago. My mom is still very friendly with Elsie Craggs and Betty Cooke. Anyway, thanks for remembering me.
jacqueline <katherine markie@aol.com>
Barrington, Illinois USA - Thursday, February 08, 2001 at 11:56:43 (EST)
To Graham - "Northlea 1985" Just quickly before I zipp to work, I thought you might remember and know Lee Webster. He and I went to Ropery Walk school. Anyway, he finally married Lesley knight I think about four years ago or so after they were dati ng since they were 16 years old. I think their "story" and "courtship" is so cute! Not many people marry their high school sweethearts. They have 2 children, maybe 3. He and Lesley live in Westlea and are doing really well.I have kept in touch with them all these years, as Lesley and I were good friends.
jacqueline <katherine Markie@aol.com>
Barrington, Illinois USA - Thursday, February 08, 2001 at 11:51:40 (EST)
Hi, glad to see the guest book up again, missed it there for a while, I like to check in most days. I have been contacted by a friend from school, yesterday he sent me a photo of our whole class at Northlea school, form 1C, it was brilliant, it broug ht back all the memories and reminded me of some of the faces I had forgotten. I had some great times in Seaham, pub crawls with my buddies, Joy Williams, Sue Duffel, Lynn Wilson, started at the Mallard, Pheonix, Mill Inn, sometimes the Dunn Cow and the Kestrel. Thats one thing we cant do here in Mission it would cost too much in taxis, plus there arent really any pubs with the same atmosphere as in England. We are getting an Irish pub in Vancouver so that should be worth checking out. Judging by the conversations about roads etc in Seaham there have been a lot of changes I would love to come back for a visit, but wont be this year. Anyway hi to everyone great to be back on line.
Joan Watkinson < mark_watkinson@telus.net>
Mission, BC Canada - Thursday, February 08, 2001 at 10:39:30 (EST)
Hi, glad to see the guest book up again, missed it there for a while, I like to check in most days. I have been contacted by a friend from school, yesterday he sent me a photo of our whole class at Northlea school, form 1C, it was brilliant, it broug ht back all the memories and reminded me of some of the faces I had forgotten. I had some great times in Seaham, pub crawls with my buddies, Joy Williams, Sue Duffel, Lynn Wilson, started at the Mallard, Pheonix, Mill Inn, sometimes the Dunn Cow and the Kestrel. Thats one thing we cant do here in Mission it would cost too much in taxis, plus there arent really any pubs with the same atmosphere as in England. We are getting an Irish pub in Vancouver so that should be worth checking out. Judging by the conversations about roads etc in Seaham there have been a lot of changes I would love to come back for a visit, but wont be this year. Anyway hi to everyone great to be back on line.
Joan Watkinson < mark_watkinson@telus.net>
Mission, BC Canada - Wednesday, February 07, 2001 at 19:23:42 (EST)
Does anyone know Peter Gartland - Dawdon late 1950s? Or Geoffrey Hughes ditto Dawdon late 1950s? Please leave a message here. Thankyou.
Graeme Lacey
- Wednesday, February 07, 2001 at 19:19:42 (EST)
"Stewart" Thank you for your entry - as I am making a conscience effort to be "positive" especially now that lent will be approaching soon; I will take it as a "compliment" rather than an insult. I must admit, I am rather "out-spoken" and do believe in "positivity" and will always promote (moral)"Human Rights" and speaking out in defense of one's beliefs and values. But hey! we are all different and it is a good thing that we are - it makes our society so diverse and interesting and we can always learn from each other. Have a positively great day! Stewart!!
jacqueline < katherine markie@aol.com>
Barrington, Illinois USA - Wednesday, February 07, 2001 at 19:16:48 (EST)
Great to see the guest book back up and running. Glad that you are happy and settled in the USA Jacqueline.
zebrakid
Seaham, Co Durham UK - Wednesday, February 07, 2001 at 19:12:15 (EST)
Ms Markie, You really do exist. Although in my previous postings ( as Nortlea 1985 )I said that I couldn't remember you from school, I certainly remember Joanne Roberts. If I remember rightly, she was quite a babe at the time. Hope you are well. Bye
Graeme
Hampshire, UK - Wednesday, February 07, 2001 at 19:09:06 (EST)
Jolly Good, let's hope evertything gets back to normal now.
Alan Dobson <alan@c336tdc.worldonline.co.uk>
Penzance, Cornwall UK - Wednesday, February 07, 2001 at 19:05:32 (EST)
It is good to see the guest-book up and running - hope to read some humerous comments soon. Though, I will try very hard to keep some of my "right-wing" conservative opinions to myself - that will be a challenge; but I will do my best! Anyway, does an yone know Janet Gilmore? I use to havg around with her when I was a teenager. We wrote to each other when I was in Germany and since I have been in USA I have sent her Christmas and Easter cards at her address in Parkside and I never here from her. I ne ver get the cards returned either, so I am assumming she is still there. I hope she is well. If anyone knows of her, tell her Jacqueline sends her kind regards. Also, does anyone know how Joanne Roberts is doing? Is she still in Seaham? She and I lost c ontact also when I was in Germany
Jacqueline
Barrington, Illinois USA - Wednesday, February 07, 2001 at 10:58:11 (EST)
Whose idea was it to put "sleeping policeman all the way thro. Dalton-le-Dale? Whilst travelling tro. at 15mph some idiot passed me on the sideroad at speed, anyone leaving their driveway could have been in trouble!
Richard Johnson
Peterlee, Durham U.K. - Wednesday, February 07, 2001 at 10:53:43 (EST)
I was just going to leave a message here after looking at the website. I didn't expect to find the thoughts of Chairwoman Markie! Perhaps the moderator could collect them and publish them in a book he could sell to provide aid to refugees from Seaham now living in the frozen wastes of Illinois?
stewart <stewartk@techie.com>
- Wednesday, February 07, 2001 at 10:50:15 (EST)
Hello Seaham - nice to see the guest book back up and running. It seems a shame that we need guidelines about what kind of comments are / aren't acceptable as contributions to the book - its a bad reflection, but things did get a bit hairy for a while. Just a quick hello - I'm now living in deepest darkest Aberdeenshire and have been snowed in for five days (although I'll probably be back to work tomorrow - boo!). I'm supposed to be getting on with some work, but if anyone who left Seaham Comp in 1986 remembers me and fancies a chat then I'm open to distraction. Hope the new guest book rules are effective preventing offence. Vicky
Victoria McCabe <drvmccabe@aol.com>
Aberdeenshire, Scotland - Wednesday, February 07, 2001 at 10:46:18 (EST)
OK folks. We are back up. Thanks to those who sent in their comments regarding the moderation of this Guestbook. It is unfortunate that it has been necessary to add the statement at the beginning of the Guestbook but it covers us and sets out what we a re about. Most of you wanted rid of any extreme language, extreme attacks on individuals and anything which any reasonable person would be consider to be "nasty" or distasteful. I hope we don't lose the good natured banter and that everyone can enjoy the Guestbook scribblings.
Ed Mason <mace@daltonet.com>
Seaham, Co.Durham UK - Tuesday, February 06, 2001 at 18:24:50 (EST)
Wow! that is super!!! I was in the Brownies when your father, Prince Charles came to Seaham. I had a "birds eye" view of Prince Charles. Hope you are all doing well.
Jacqueline
USA - Friday, February 02, 2001 at 10:35:39 (EST)
To "Elaine" That is probably one of the nicest things you have said to me over the past few weeks of this "getting out our feelings" animosity stuff going on. Hopefully we have all aired out our feelings, and the guest-book can go on as before with lots of fun filled humor! Elaine, the next time I am home, I will take you up on your offer, and I will venture out, and take a "risk with life" in Seaham, and zipp around the Harbour for a few drinks! Yes! folks, even good Catholic Commited Christians have fun and a few drinks once in a while. I have a lot of Irish friends here in Chicago and we often zip to the Irish pubs. Though, I have never aquired a taste for beer, I do like a glass of Wine. See, folks, I am not that stuffy, you know. I am actually quite down-to-earth and can be quite humerous when I want.
Me <you already know!>
You know that too! I am not getting myself into anymore trouble!!! - Friday, February 02, 2001 at 10:32:24 (EST)
Prince William -- I remember your father coming to Seaham. I was a cub in the guard of honour ( actually it was just standing in front of the barriers ) as he opened the new scout headquaters. Them thing I remember is that some young ladies standing behind me were crying and screaming for him. Being the fine gentleman he is he walked over to them only to push me aside to get to them ( well, that's how I remember it 20 odd years afterwards ). But I hold no grudges and it has infact become one of my claims to fame in conversation ( obviously after a few pints ). Lots of Bows to you sir.
a commoner
- Friday, February 02, 2001 at 06:54:35 (EST)
Jackie, you talk of adventure and taking a risk with life. You should have stayed in Seaham and went 'round the Harbour on a Friday night!
Elaine
From Seaham and proud of it!, - Friday, February 02, 2001 at 06:42:56 (EST)
To "Joan" from Canada. Yes, okay, you are right. I will swallow my pride. Though,I will say the recent enteries about me have been so hurtful and plain hateful! And for what reasons - none that have been valid. I only hope those people too, can also swallow their pride and admit they were purposely being hateful and competely immature!for no reason. Thank you Joan, for your sincere, kind advice - I will take it.
Jacqueline <Katherine Markie@aol.com>
USA - Thursday, February 01, 2001 at 21:04:48 (EST)
"Alan Dobson" So, after you all,(you people) who decided to "cut-me-down" give me all the insults, and turn my words around, implying that I am ashamed of Seaham, or that I was ungrateful to my parents, etc.etc.etc. When I come back with good, intelligent, valid reasons behind the choices I have made for my life - you all decide that you are "above" the "put-downs." You know what, People, (those who have been insulting me) It bothers you to no end that I have given you valid reasons, and you are at a "stand-still" and a "loss" for words - because you know you have been insulting me for no other reasons, other than to be plain nasty and hateful. Do you insult others who live in the USA or else where in the world? Then why insult and be hateful to me? There are many people who have moved from Seaham, and discovered life outside of Seaham. We are the one'e who were not afraid of life and we took an adventure with life. We took a risk with life and moved and ventured out. That is not to say that everyone's life is rosy - because it is not. That is not the way life goes. People of Seaham present and Seaham past, please, mind your business from now on what I am doing with my life. Stop the hateful slander and insults. I have not slandered anyone's name on this guest-book, or anyone's country or points of view. I may have disagreed, but not slandered. I think it must bother you (again, those who are insulting me) that I am not coming-back with the hateful comments that you are giving me. I am also above the imature, childish, ignorant remarks. Why on earth are you using this guest-book for hatefulness? and slander? What is wrong with you people?!Forgive and let-go! My goodness! Just as well I am not returing home any time soon, if this is the welcome I would receive. Shame on you all. I thought the people of Seaham would have changed since we were all in school. Come on people, prove me wrong!
jacqueline <katherine markie@aol.com>
USA - Thursday, February 01, 2001 at 17:15:01 (EST)
whats all this about correcting grammar spelling etc, . the english language was created from a mish mash of dialects and languages. its diversity and appeal has come about because of this . please all of you stop being obsessed and pseudo intellectual re, correcting everyone . shakespeare has only a small ammount of handwriting evidence left for posterity, he spells his name differently on every occasssion . he was responsible forcreating one third of the english language as we know it today .haway fellow contributors get a grip! let,s be inventive and be happy that we can all communicate ya, bugger, wev,e got a medium our ancestors could not imagine in their wildest dreams, and wer,e arguing about split infinitives personal pronouns etc,. give ower and lets get on.
fred <fred@fmarrin.freeserve.co.uk>
- Thursday, February 01, 2001 at 16:08:12 (EST)
It cuts no ice here. Continual justification for what must be a pitiful existence falls on deaf ears. I will not lower myself to pull you to pieces again. My superior brain, nourished with true northern blood; has far more rewarding work to do.
Alan Dobson <alan@c36tdc.worldonline.co.uk>
Penzance, Cornwall - Thursday, February 01, 2001 at 15:48:53 (EST)
To "B Blessed" What a nasty little remark you made. Have I ever, or did I ever make a comment about my not feeling blest that my parents took care of me? NO! I have said earlier, that my sister and I still do not get along and my parents have yet to visit me. However, never, in my adult years have I made any references to being ungrateful for my parents. It is obvious that most you still do remember me as a child and teenager - and it is YOU People, who are not letting go of the past. I let go of it years and years ago.I think if you all gave me a chance, You would all be pleasantly surprised at how I have turned out as an adult. Not many kids who experienced some of the termoils that I experienced, grow up to be successful, accomplished adults. You know, I have not done too bad for myself. I may not be making millions, my stocks are not that great. However, my success is, that I never gave up on myself or gave upon life. My need of the fact I had to "find Myself" had nothing what so ever to do with my not loving my parents. But the fact was, I needed to find my own "identity" and I found it in America. Accept that, and move on and get off my back! I have great parent - the best anyone could have - we all think our parents are the best. Please, do not mistake the fact I am an American Citizen, because I did not think I had great parents. I just did not feel I belonged in "Seaham" and with the rate of these comments from everyone, who would blame me, for not wanting to return. Grow up everyone, we are all adults and have ALL taken a different path toward our future. No-one's "Path" is better than the other person; it is just "different." We are all very different people now, to when we were children and teenagers. I never said, I did not like Seaham, I said, it did not work for me.
Jacqueline <Katherine Markie@aol.com>
USA - Thursday, February 01, 2001 at 14:39:24 (EST)
Well done Lads and Lasses, great to hear you all singing the praises of Seaham. We have her on the defensive at last. She has had to blind us with three E-mails since yesterday, trying to justify herself; and still managed to mention America into the bargain. God bless America! and God bless all the good Seaham folk wherever they are.
Alan Dobson <alan@c336tdc.worldonline.co.uk>
Penzance, Cornwall - Thursday, February 01, 2001 at 14:24:26 (EST)
Also, too, an "after-thought" most adults, who were either adopted or fostered, especially those who were fostered, never really feel they have an identity. Not until they move away and do some "Soul-Searching." For whatever reason, I never really felt "Belonged" in Seaham. I have had the same discussion with my parents for years, finally, they understand. I found "myself" and learned "who I was" so to speak, when I started working for Americans. Therefore, I have made this my place of home. Though, again, Seaham will always be part of me. Please, everyone, stop getting "miffed" at my choices and how I choose to live my life. The way my life was as a child and teenager, if I had stayed in Seaham and not ventured out in the world and "pulled myself together" I would have been one of societies failures. There is nothing wrong with the town of Seaham, it just did not work for me. Please, people accept that. Maybe in ten years from now, I may go back to Seaham and feel totally different, but as now, and I am in my 30's, I am happy with choices I have chosen for myself.
jacqueline <katherine Markie@aol.com>
USA - Thursday, February 01, 2001 at 09:58:50 (EST)
You know, I think I need to stay off the "Guest-Book" for a while, because it is obvious I am just upsetting and offending too many people. I am not sure whether it is just my mannerisim and how I come accross. Or, if it actually is my "Out-Spoken" personality and I just say it, how I see it, and how I think it was and how I think it is. Whatever it maybe, I am apparently annoying quite a number of people - especially the residence of Seaham and ex-Seaham residence. You know, and as I do have a vivacious personality, I am going to say it, I do not think I am being "narrow minded." I have to be fairly open-minded at my work, maybe, you people, just plain and simple, do not like my comments. Well, you know, we all do not have to have to same opinions on things, regardless of what they are about. Anyway, I am going to stay off for a few weeks - there now, you can all be happy.
Jacqueline <Katherine Markie@aol.com>
USA - Wednesday, January 31, 2001 at 19:50:58 (EST)
I have no idea why on earth you all think that I am putting down Seaham - I am not at all! Nor, do I think that my opinion is the only way and the right way. I wish that I felt that I did have a better life in Seaham; if so, then I probably would not have moved. I do not at all think Seaham is the worse place to live. I know there are some pleasant areas in Seaham. I know for a fact, that here in America there are some terrible slums. I am so sorry very much indeed that I have offended so many people, by my "Out Spoken" personality and what I believe. If some of the people on the guest-book were not rude or offensive, and told me they wished for me to "drop-dead" as "Ex-Seaham" person did, then, maybe I would have a reason to enjoy rekindling contacts with the town I grew up in. The last time I was home, I had an awful visit. I went to the Kestral and someone remembered me from school and sure enough, out came the immature comments: "long-nose" "concord" "snob" and the sniggering at my accent. I am glad that some people and Lesley Roberts have kept their accent as part of your identity. When I was in Seaham, I did not feel I had an identity, until I started working with Americans - then, I felt welcomed and a place I could call home. However, please, do not think I am putting down Seaham - I am not! and again, I aplogise that I have ofended several people. If I hated the town so much, I would have cut all contacts. I have not! I send yearly Christmas cards and Easter cards to about 8 people I went to school with. I send them year after year, but do I ever receive one back? No, of course I don't. Now who has broke all contacts - Not I! Also, I would never visit the Seaham Guest-Book, if I truly disliked Seaham. I think even though I feel I did not have such a great time living in Seaham, there will always be a place for Seaham in my heart - and that is sincere, from my heart. Sorry Lesely Roberts to have offended you and others too.
Jacqueline <Katherine Markie@aol.com>
ILLINOIS USA - Wednesday, January 31, 2001 at 19:22:51 (EST)
I think Seaham is great too. My father (Bill McGauchie) came from there, but left in the Depression. We have visited Seaham a couple of times and found people friendly and helpful. Perhaps you see what you want to see. If you look just for bad in any people/town you will find it. Ms Markie should look for the good points. Andrea Lee
Andrea <andrea@norwood.u-net.com>
- Wednesday, January 31, 2001 at 17:07:12 (EST)
These past few weeks of reading the guestbook make me feel like I'm in some weird flashback of an English Language class with Miss Grant or a nightmare of being forced to listen to continous religious sermons. I love Seaham and am very proud to hail from there. I've lived in the states for 9 years now, still have my accent purposely to maintain a sense of identity. When you move to another country you'rs supposed to bring something to the cultural sharing table, not run and hide under their flag and ways. My husband would divorce me if I gave up that identity, I may be English but I'm a northerner first. Americans and Northerners are very similar, straightforward and don't put up with ant crap, that's why I can live here. But we have stotties,pasties and decent beer something they'll never have. And finally my American husband can't wait for our yearly visit so he can go to Parkside Club, drink and play jack and dominoes with my Dad. Long live Seaham we love you!!
Lesley Roberts <ladyboss67@yahoo.co.uk>
Phoenix , Arizona Usa - Wednesday, January 31, 2001 at 16:41:47 (EST)
Happy 60th birthday to my Dad, Dave Roberts a lifelong Seaham resident and dam proud of it!!
Lesley Roberts <ladyboss67@yahoo.co.uk>
Phoenix, Arizona USA - Wednesday, January 31, 2001 at 16:30:20 (EST)
I'm sick to death of hearing about America. Is he, she trying to brainwash us all. The site has become a paradise for the less intelligent element, who can find nothing of any interest to say; apart from pointing out to us that there is a comma missing etc, etc. I have lived in Cornwall for some 43 years now and it is a wonderful place to live. However I was born in Seaham, still love the place and visit as often as I can. Lets have some sense of pride on the site for a change. Lets drive these people who have no time for the place where they were born, off the site. If they have nothing complimentary to say about Seaham, then why do they bother to visit the site at all. Any comments ?
Alan Dobson <alan@c336tdc.worldonline.co.uk>
Penzance, Cornwall - Wednesday, January 31, 2001 at 15:39:51 (EST)
To "Surprised" (From Monday January 22nd.) I am an American and Proud of it! Yes, my original roots are from Dunfermiline, Scotland. I lived there until I was about 2 1/2 years old. I was raised in Seaham from the age of 3 years to the age of 18 years. (15 years in total.) Since the age of 18 years I have worked for Americans and since 22 years old, (10 years ago) I have lived in America and now an American. It appeared to be the reasonable thing to do. As I live here and pay taxes here, why not give up my British Citizenship. I hope, by the grace of God, I never have to return to England to live. America is a huge country, with lots of opportunities. Being in America works well for me. I will be honest and say, America has also a lot of problems. Many problems that I wish some of the American people would see the "light." But tell me a country without major social problems and I will tell you the liar! Every country in this world is faced with some problems or another. I enjoy living in America, but that is not to say I have forgot my roots. Of course Seaham played a big part in shaping some parts of "who I am." I do not hate Seaham, I hope I never Hate anything or anyone. I just do not particularly care for Seaham as I do have many very pleasant memories of the place. I contribute to the Guest-Book just so that I do keep part of my old original roots.
jacqueline <katherine Markie@aol.com>
USA - Wednesday, January 31, 2001 at 14:50:14 (EST)
Sorry Joan there is an under score befor and after to 2000 (_2000_ ) try again. Val Roberts
Val Roberts <valerier_2000_uk@yahoo.co.uk>
- Wednesday, January 31, 2001 at 14:14:21 (EST)
Thanks Peter Piper, Just a slip of the "comma" old chap, I've made a mental note to check in future!
frank
- Wednesday, January 31, 2001 at 06:34:03 (EST)
The trouble with the half-wits and f**kwits frequenting these pages is that there is no moderation to limit their pathetic jottings, let alone control them.They have egos far larger than their IQ, which unfortunately leaves only one choice to shut them up, and that is to ignore them completely.Frankly, I have better things to do. Sort it out Ed and I'll be back.
Colin <nobby@paradise.net.nz>
- Wednesday, January 31, 2001 at 02:44:57 (EST)
"Ignorancy"? Is that an American dicionary edition, or did you make it up as you went along?
Colin <nobby@paradise.net.nz>
- Wednesday, January 31, 2001 at 00:11:04 (EST)
To "Frank" Thank you for your encouraging comments in regards to my enteries on the Seham Guest-Book. I am trying very hard to change the pace of the recent enteries written by some idiots! Which they do not seem to understand the damadge the are giving to themselves and to the town. People from all over the world read this guest-book and it does not give Seaham a good reputation, not the intelligence of the people. Anyway, thank you for your encouragement and I apologise that you too, have been a victim of someone's ignorancy. Hopefully Mr. Ed Mason will find out who the person is. Take care... God Bless!
Jacqueline <Katherine Markie@aol.com>
USA - Tuesday, January 30, 2001 at 19:31:03 (EST)
Dear "Joan" from Canada. You know the "Death Penalty" is one of those subjects that draws a very fine line. By the grace of God, and I thank God, that I have not encountered any one of my loved one's being killed or raped etc.. I would only hope that if I was ever so unfortunate to have such a dreadful thing happen to either my family or friends, that I could still continue to keep my love for God and realize that he does not cause bad things to happen. He is there to give us the strength and courage we need to carry on with life. I would also only hope and pray that somewhere along the course of the tragic event, that I would not have a need to want to put the murderer to death and that I could find the compassion, and the comfort to continue to live my life. Pope John Paul was a marvellous example of forgiving, when he forgave the person who tried to take his life in 1981. Though, Pope John Paul is rather a unique person. However, to those people who have lost loved one's to the brutal hands of murderers, I can try to understand their anger and view of wanting the death penalty. But it is also the same fine line with Abortion. Though, I have a hard time with "pro-choice" people - because in many cases, abortion is used as a means of "birth-control." I know, because I work at the "Women's Crisis Center" for women who think they want an abortion. We counsel them to try to get them to see other options. Mnay times, both African American, and other ethic groups, as well as white wealthy women, are trying to seek their 2nd, or 3rd or 4th Abortion. Some of the reasons are just unfair and not justifyable. It is an very intersting world we live in, but it is up to us try to make it better. "Why Bad Things Happen To Good People" is an outstanding book by a Jewish Rabbi - I will find the Authors name and put it on the guest-book. It is a great book recommended for anyone!
jacqueline <katherine markie@aol.com>
USA - Tuesday, January 30, 2001 at 19:26:03 (EST)
Hi Val Roberts, I tried to email you this morning but it was returned to me. Is your email address right? Joan
Joan
Canada - Tuesday, January 30, 2001 at 14:01:00 (EST)
Regarding your comment on the Death penalty Jaqueline (I am sorry if I spelt your name wrong I dont have it in front of me) you said we shouldnt be allowed to decide to take another persons life, what about the life or lives that person has taken, personally I think they should let the person into a room with the victims family for a while. Thank God I havent lost a loved one to murder but I know I wouldn't want the person to be allowed to go to jail for a while then be able to live a normal life. I think being pro-life is a different area all together. I wish we had the death penalty here in Canada.
Joan
Canada - Tuesday, January 30, 2001 at 13:57:24 (EST)
Joan ( Canada ) I remember you. Went into the Factory today and told a few of your message on the Seaham Page. If you would like to contact me at my e mail address I will chat to you and bring you up to date.
Val Roberts <valerier_2000_yk@yahoo.co.uk>
- Tuesday, January 30, 2001 at 13:10:08 (EST)
Oops sorry Colin, geography was never one of my strong subjects. I am jealous, our magnolia is still in the bud stage and we wont see flowers for another couple of months. We had a big wind storm and lots of rain today, only good point is its snowing up in the mountains for skiing - which I dont do but my family does. Enjoy your cold wine in the shade Colin - lucky thing.
Joan <mark_watkinson@telus.net>
Canada - Tuesday, January 30, 2001 at 00:01:27 (EST)
Hello Joan, yes I do recall chatting, and I'm in Wellington, New Zealand, not Australia!It is warm; my outside thermometer attached to a very shady Magnolia currently reads 25 Celsius, so in the sun it is close to 30.The chardonnay is howevr, considerably less than that. Cheers! Jaquie, If I could make a suggestion; people, (well the intelligent ones) will be much more tolerant of your meanderings if you stopped giving the impression of being on a pulpit when delivering them.Each to his own!! And I'm fully aware of the recent election, which was really between a dope and an idiot, which the latter won.It was still a farce.
Colin <nobby@paradise.net.nz>
- Monday, January 29, 2001 at 23:06:41 (EST)
To "Elaine" I am stummped for words on how do I describe to children Mary Magdalene's profession - you got me there! Sometimes, I do get stummped andI have to have time to think about it. However, Mary sought help from Jesus, she found him and asked for forgiveness. Then, she never once sinned again. She became a true,sincere follower of Jesus. I cannot judge,so I am not going to say what Bill Clinton has done with his life. I am not sure if he truly converted his life over to Jesus. If he can veto the partial birth abortion - then maybe he did not give his life over the the Lord. But, who knows!
jacqueline <katherineMarkie@AOL.COM>
USA - Monday, January 29, 2001 at 19:30:04 (EST)
To "Elaine" Well, if the weather here was not so crummy, I would be able to get in the car and go to my places of work in the city. Unfortunately, you do not realize the serverity of the Ice-Storms we are experiencing here in the midwest. They are very dangerous! There have already been several major accidents - just look on the international weather report on the internet for Chicago. We are advised to stay off the roads if possible. Therefore, I have enjoyed myself int he comfort of the warm house. Anyway, though I am not that interesting, at least I am trying to keep the guest-book somewhat interesting - with my conservative views we are able to have some pretty good discussion. A pleasant change from what has been recently occuring on the guest-book, which gives Seaham Harbour an un-pleasant reputation - which is a shame. Anyway, I understand your opinion in regards to my comments about Bill Clinton's affair with Monica. I think what my point is, he lied to the whole country, before waiting to tell the truth and the openess and scandal of it all was horrendous. In the Primary Schools over here that was all the children were discussing - How immoral the President has been. Though, I do wish that our current President was not for the Death penalty, as he says he is Pro-life, it does seem to be contridictory. I do not believe we have the right to judge wheather we should take another person's life. However, I do believe "Bush" will be a better President - until he proves otherwise. We all thought Clinton would be a good President, until he proved us otherwise. Well, what interesting things are happening in England these days, or even in Seaham?
jacqueline <katherine markie@aol.com>
USA - Monday, January 29, 2001 at 19:22:25 (EST)
Well, I hope the weather is better over in the UK than it is here is the USA at the moment. In the midwest, where I am, Illinois, in the suburbs of Chicago, we are having severe "Ice Storms." Everything is at "Stand-Still!" Schools all closed, no transportations running... and we are expected more snow and ice tonight. So far we have had such a very long winter begining last month, Dec 3rd. We have had so much snow and freezing cold weather. Right before Christmas it got down to minus 41 Degrees!!! I am so tired of the cold weather and look forward to the Spring. I told you the weather patterns are becoming more and more severe and unsual. Those poor people in India and in El Salvador I do not know how they are holding up - they must have the faith of a "mustard seed."
jacqueline <