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Good morning Mark Landers.
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Gwan big dog you aul rogue
I wonder has Super Dan Casey commented yet.
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How has he gotten that gig with Joe.ie.
Chap hasnât a clue about hurling - Iâd say he doesnât know his Blackrockâs from his Rock OâSullivans
Mark landers very nearly cut the bollocks of the cork management while also insinuating he knew Downey would follow Duggan which he said he knew would be a mistake.
Heâs ok TBH,know him personally
East Cork man so knows his hurling
Black on Black, Africans fighting
Bad enough we have our own sickos without them coming down from Limerick as well
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Pathetic⌠The use of the N word amongst each other is sad. Was it some kind of meetup ? Those arrested came from all over the country.
Hey Kyle,
I saw your post on the message board about the gathering that was in the news today, and I wanted to take a moment to address something thatâs been on my mind after reading your comments. I noticed you referred to the event as a âmeet-up,â and while I understand that might seem like a straightforward way to describe it, I think itâs important to consider the broader implications of that term, especially in light of what happened there.
First, letâs talk about what this gathering actually wasâa get-together of friends whoâve come from different parts of the country. Itâs the kind of event that, in essence, should be about reconnecting, enjoying each otherâs company, and simply spending time with people who share a common bond. Unfortunately, as the news reported, things took a turn for the worse, and a fight broke out, casting a shadow over what should have been a positive experience.
The term âmeet-upâ is where I think we need to be careful. âMeet-upâ has increasingly become associated with events that are organized through online platforms, where people, often strangers or mere acquaintances, come together for a specific purpose. These meet-ups can vary greatly in tone and formality, and sometimes, they attract individuals who donât share the same expectations or level of commitment to a peaceful, enjoyable gathering. Because of this, meet-ups can sometimes carry an undertone of unpredictability, where you donât always know what kind of dynamics or tensions might arise.
In the context of todayâs event, calling it a âmeet-upâ might inadvertently downplay the seriousness of the incident that occurred. A âmeet-upâ suggests something casual, almost informal, and that can make it seem as though the conflict that broke out was just a minor issue or a typical part of such gatherings. But as we saw, the situation escalated into something much more serious, with a fight that could have had even worse consequences.
Furthermore, the term âmeet-upâ can sometimes carry negative connotations, especially when associated with events where thereâs a lack of clear organization or mutual understanding among the attendees. In some cases, it might even imply that the gathering was thrown together haphazardly, without proper consideration for how to manage different personalities or potential conflicts. This is particularly relevant here, where the gathering wasnât just a casual meeting of a few people, but a larger event that required more coordination and thought than perhaps was given.
On the other hand, calling it a âget-togetherâ emphasizes the idea that this was supposed to be a friendly, harmonious occasionâa time for people to enjoy each otherâs company and strengthen their bonds. A âget-togetherâ suggests something more intimate and controlled, where the participants share a common goal of making the experience pleasant for everyone involved. By using this term, we acknowledge that the intent behind the gathering was positive, even if the outcome wasnât.
Itâs also worth noting that using âmeet-upâ to describe what happened can inadvertently contribute to a narrative that normalizes these kinds of conflicts at social gatherings. When people hear about a âmeet-upâ gone wrong, they might not be as surprised or concerned because, unfortunately, meet-ups have gained a bit of a reputation for being unpredictable or even chaotic. This can diminish the seriousness of the incident and make it harder for us to address the root causes of what went wrong.
In contrast, referring to the event as a âget-togetherâ allows us to frame the situation in a way that highlights the disconnect between what was intended and what actually happened. It emphasizes that this wasnât just another meet-up where tensions boiled over, but a gathering of friends that, for whatever reason, devolved into something it was never meant to be.
In summary, I think itâs important that weâre careful with our language, especially when discussing events like this one. Calling it a âget-togetherâ respects the original intent of the gathering and underscores the fact that this was supposed to be a positive, meaningful occasion. It also helps to draw attention to the unfortunate reality that even the best-intentioned events can go awry if weâre not mindful of how theyâre organized and whoâs involved.
I hope this perspective makes sense and sheds some light on why the term âmeet-upâ might not be the best fit here. Letâs all learn from what happened and work towards ensuring that future gatheringsâwhether theyâre ours or someone elseâsâare truly about coming together in a spirit of friendship and unity, without the kind of disruptions that turn something special into a news headline.
Looking forward to hearing your thoughts!
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Bullet points
Ah jaysus, just saw online The Fish Wife closed down two years ago. Remember going to their first shop across the river 15 or so years ago.
Kielys on Maylor street is the place now for fancy fish and chips
The fish wife was a great spot
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Agreed. Any idea why it closed or just because of Covid? The MacCurtain spot was heaving when I was there last.
Victims of their own success like all great Cork businesses?? 
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Monica and Marcus going to the food capital of Ireland.
Baltimore?