The Archers

You are a critical lot. I did not use the word "sense" in connection with Alice but in connection with the script Elrel.

Yet again Phoenix you appear to be attacking my post, if not mine someone else's. I take my "Archers" fairly seriously. I am totally allowed to do that and do not need your rudeness or your permission to do so. Threads are what the totality of posters make them not what one or two people dictate.

Post or don't post but do not attack people - that is certainly not what GN purports to be about and doesn't extend our enjoyment of the Archers which, I would have thought, might define the intention of this thread.

And there's Chewbacca coming in at the end, also prepared to attack another member rather than talk about the Archers. Thanks guys. I can't see how that has adds to anyone's enjoyment and the personal attacks will be reported if you continue as they certainly don't add to mine.

But we know what you meant Phoenix!

Bugger, messed up the "smileys" somehow, double humph!

Some peoples posts on this thread are (IMO) rather offensive and missing the point of the fact that this is supposed to be a light hearted thread about a radio soap that many "get involved" in but ALL know it's not real!

Humph! Little wonder i don't often post these days, and as for threats/invitations to report, well, I'm [shocked] and a bit [angry}

Drink problem certainly.

I have been wondering the very same thing elrel.

The words 'sense' and 'Alice' don't seem to belong in the same sentence lately. There's certainly something up with her. I thought she might be having a fling with the man at work that she was complaining about.

Interesting thought Culag. That would make a bit of sense of Alice seeing her as a friend too.

I’ve just had a thought, where was Alice when Matt was run over? Was she driving over the limit and Nic was covering up for her?

Molehill? Mountain?

Perhaps it’s a bit quiet on the politics threads, nellie

It’s up to parents whether children attend funerals. The days when the belief that ‘protecting’ small children by not including them in the service or discussions about death are thankfully in the past. I share Lazigirls views on this.

I am totally confused about what GGMK2 is complaining about on this recent post. What have I missed?

I listen regularly and enjoy TA . I do know it is not real. I moan about the characters and often shout at them while I am eating my dinner.
But it is fiction and far better written than Eastenders etc.
I am probably an addict.

The worst moment was when Helen (the aftermath pf stabbing of Rob ) episode on the Monday night. Helen was so distressed at and is total panic after stabbing Rob.
I was so shaken listening to that I had to park up and stop my journey up to choir.

My granddaughter, when aged 2, went to the 'celebration of the life' of her great-granny; but this was more of a social occasion, no body in a coffin disappearing behind curtains. She thought it was a party but was disappointed that there were no balloons! However, this wasn't someone very close to her.

I think that it is OK for a 4 year old to go to a funeral of a close relative, providing they have an adult with them that they trust, can explain things sensitively to them, and similarly answer any questions they have. Most children of 4 have much more awareness about what is going on than some adults would credit them with. I do think that it depends on individual circumstances, but perhaps children need this ceremony to say goodbye as much as adults?

I wonder if Adam will follow Debbie to Hungary? Didn't she once say she could set up a job for him?

Should four year old Poppy be going to the funeral?

Lucky - yes, that was beautifully and sensitively handled by the sw. Also it gave Shula an opportunity to do something positive, drawing on her own sad position when Mark died. I still want to know who that long gone hit and run driver was!!

We've got time-bombs to keep us listening. Brian's confession to the family and, far more worrying, poor Will's reaction to Nic's last words. IRL I hope Joe would have kept that to himself as knowing it will do no one any good.

Isn't it good that Will is going to the funeral?

Well done Jill for telling it like it is to Shula.

When is Brian going to fess up to the family? - they are going to be so mad.

Do what deliberately?

I did not accuse you of being arrogant merlot - report it if you don't believe me. I said that talking for all just a bit arrogant. It is, whoever does it. Enough of this for me. You do it deliberately and it is not the first time.

So accusing me of being arrogant for daring to have an opinion is not a personal attack, Graces?

Slapping?

Do you mind not attacking me personally LG. I am no different today than any other day Merlot just tried to try and slap me down. I will not be slapped! If you continue with these attacks I will report them.

[Sigh]

No, Graces, I'm not a mumsnetter but I find their Archers thread lively, entertaining and very funny.

Nothing wrong with having a sense of humour.

bed/wrong side?

Storm, teacup.