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@pete wrote:
It’s time we moved on, this is just opening old wounds.
With all due respect, a dismissive generalisation such as that is neither appropriate or infused with any educated insight into the magnitude of today’s events Pete.
I will further that respect to you by refraining from delving deeper into the flawed rationale (if any) of such an “observation”
All I will say is … On the contrary, it is perhaps one of the most massive steps in the final closing of old wounds my friend.As for the tragic list of deaths you chose to readily make available, it is unequivocal, official and (alas) accepted as a harrowing testament to the horrors of The Troubles.
This can never be contested or denied.
However, the events of January 1972 were not granted such a status until this very day.
The relatives of the slain in one of Northern Ireland’s most notorious incidents were thoroughly vindicated in their search for truth, justice and accountability today – This in no way takes away from those who haven’t been vindicated over the years or the impact of the pain and injustices carried out elsewhere in the Ulster conflict.
Yes, this was ONE incident, but I’m sure I don’t need to tell you the awful repercussions of this ONE event. Your list of the dead says it all.There is no monopoly on grief, nor should there be a moratorium.
That is why such painful, raw revisitations must continue. Establishing cause, action, reaction. Creating, God willing, an environment where such things cannot happen again.
This is crucial.
This is moving on. But not at the drop of a hat, or a sweeping under the carpet.. not through pie in the sky simplicities or mere hope of forgetting through the mists of time.So, if you take the time to perhaps study the painful realities, you will see that only in facing it’s demons one last time can Northern Ireland be ever free of them. That countless North / South as well as British mainland bodies are conducting vast inquires still, to establish at least some truths and reconciliations, and that these are essential to “moving on” and maintaining the current peace.
Have you ever seen a one trick pony in the field so happy and free?
If you’ve ever seen a one trick pony then you’ve seen me
Have you ever seen a one-legged dog making its way down the street?
If you’ve ever seen a one-legged dog then you’ve seen meThen you’ve seen me, I come and stand at every door
Then you’ve seen me, I always leave with less than I had before
Then you’ve seen me, bet I can make you smile when the blood, it hits the floor
Tell me, friend, can you ask for anything more?
Tell me can you ask for anything more?Have you ever seen a scarecrow filled with nothing but dust and wheat?
If you’ve ever seen that scarecrow then you’ve seen me
Have you ever seen a one-armed man punching at nothing but the breeze?
If you’ve ever seen a one-armed man then you’ve seen meThen you’ve seen me, I come and stand at every door
Then you’ve seen me, I always leave with less than I had before
Then you’ve seen me, bet I can make you smile when the blood, it hits the floor
Tell me, friend, can you ask for anything more?
Tell me can you ask for anything more?These things that have comforted me, I drive away
This place that is my home I cannot stay
My only faith’s in the broken bones and bruises I displayHave you ever seen a one-legged man trying to dance his way free?
If you’ve ever seen a one-legged man then you’ve seen meBrilliant from the Germans tonight.
Ok, the Aussies were pretty puke, but still, collective purpose and determination from Germany.
Ominous.Yeah, disappointing result and performance.
Still, it can only get better huh?
Can’t it? :roll:Best of luck to England tonight!
Predictions?
I say 2 -1 to the English!Awwww nevermind jen… vote on looks alone then! Or maybe on who you’d like to have over for a nice cup of tea?
:P