I am going to Melbourne on Saturday for about a week.
It should be a great trip. I look forward to it very much.
Meeting new friends and seeing new places.
I love Melbourne and often I sense a connection with the place.
One day I want to call that city home.
Don't worry Perth will always be home in my heart no matter what.
Thursday, August 24, 2006
Tuesday, August 22, 2006
That Girl
She thinks she is tough but deep down she is just the average girl next door. She hide it so well her weak state of mind. She covered it up with brave expressions. She laughed with the boys and challenged the girls. At heart she is one of the girls but no one must know. When the door is closed and locked, she cried herself to sleep. But each morning she greeted the world with a smile.
Soon this masquerade will end in tragedy. She could hide from the world but she couldn't hide from herself. I just hope she will get help sooner than later and when it's all in the open, she won't beat herself up.
Soon this masquerade will end in tragedy. She could hide from the world but she couldn't hide from herself. I just hope she will get help sooner than later and when it's all in the open, she won't beat herself up.
Sunday, August 20, 2006
Selwood
I'm not a Troy Selwood fan but because I am an Adam Selwood fan I thought I'd post this since Adam's mentioned in this article.
Selwood proves his worth
5:04:41 PM Sun 20 August, 2006
Simon White
Exclusive to lions.com.au
Among the gloom of the Brisbane Lions' fourth straight loss stood at least one shining beacon of hope for the future - the performance of tagger Troy Selwood opposed to previously in-form West Coast star Daniel Kerr.
While the Lions dropped away to an eventual 62-point loss after being competitive to half-time, Selwood was strong throughout in keeping Kerr to only four touches and picking up 21 possessions of his own.
Selwood isn't the quickest player on the Lions' list but his sense of positioning and willingness to put the team first have made him the club's number one tagging option.
"It was just one of those days. AFL is a funny game with the way the ball is shaped- sometimes it bounces your way and sometimes it wasn't," a modest Selwood explained.
"Today I could just sense it was bouncing away from him, so I probably got him on a lucky day. It's just mainly trying to get goal-side, always blocking his run and niggling and hassling him.
"It's a strategic working the angles sort of thing. Sometimes you are in front of him, sometimes you are to his side. You've just got to work out what the best angle is to take. The last couple of years I've been able to adapt to that kind of role and say 'well this works for me and this doesn't'."
Selwood, along with Justin Sherman and Joel Patful, was one of three Lions praised by coach Leigh Matthews for their defensive play. West Coast coach John Worsfold, meanwhile, quipped that he wouldn't mind having two Selwoods - twin brother Adam also had 21 touches for the Eagles - but doubted he would get the chance.
But perhaps the biggest compliment for Selwood came in the second term, when a frustrated Kerr gave away a 50m penalty on top of a free kick, which the 22-year-old Lion duly converted into a goal. Kerr then scrapped with Luke Power, conceding a second free kick.
"At one stage he got a bit fiery with me. But that just comes part and parcel of being a tagger," Selwood said.
"That's probably a good thing for me - when he starts doing that it means his main focus isn't on the ball."
Selwood can see comparisons between the team in which his brother currently plays and the Lions squad at the time he arrived at the Gabba in the summer of 2002-03. Back then the now thin on experience Lions had one of the deepest lists going around and were on the verge of winning an historic third flag.
"It's an exciting time for him (Adam) - it's going to be good to watch him go through September. It's good to see his progress," Selwood said.
"It's hard to see first-hand out on the field but it seems like he went okay. I'm just rapt that he's been able to find a spot in that side because it's a phenomenal side.I remember being drafted and a lot of people saying it was going to be hard to break into the Lions.
"But it's the way football works and the way the draft works - everything evens out. He got there at a time when they were rebuilding and he was able to slip in there during that rebuilding phase. He's gone on with it."
The manner in which Selwood goes about getting the football - head down and without fear - means he has copped several head knocks in his still young 32-game career. He is contemplating adding a helmet to his playing gear but says no decision will be made on the subject until the off-season.
"It's probably going to be a 2007 thing. I realise the way I play puts me in a situation where I may cop a few head knocks every now and then," he said.
"But I'm still running out there every week and giving 100 per cent - there are no second thoughts. Over the summer I'll trial a few (helmets) out, see what works best, get some advice from a few guys, maybe look at some studies and then go from there."
Selwood proves his worth
5:04:41 PM Sun 20 August, 2006
Simon White
Exclusive to lions.com.au
Among the gloom of the Brisbane Lions' fourth straight loss stood at least one shining beacon of hope for the future - the performance of tagger Troy Selwood opposed to previously in-form West Coast star Daniel Kerr.
While the Lions dropped away to an eventual 62-point loss after being competitive to half-time, Selwood was strong throughout in keeping Kerr to only four touches and picking up 21 possessions of his own.
Selwood isn't the quickest player on the Lions' list but his sense of positioning and willingness to put the team first have made him the club's number one tagging option.
"It was just one of those days. AFL is a funny game with the way the ball is shaped- sometimes it bounces your way and sometimes it wasn't," a modest Selwood explained.
"Today I could just sense it was bouncing away from him, so I probably got him on a lucky day. It's just mainly trying to get goal-side, always blocking his run and niggling and hassling him.
"It's a strategic working the angles sort of thing. Sometimes you are in front of him, sometimes you are to his side. You've just got to work out what the best angle is to take. The last couple of years I've been able to adapt to that kind of role and say 'well this works for me and this doesn't'."
Selwood, along with Justin Sherman and Joel Patful, was one of three Lions praised by coach Leigh Matthews for their defensive play. West Coast coach John Worsfold, meanwhile, quipped that he wouldn't mind having two Selwoods - twin brother Adam also had 21 touches for the Eagles - but doubted he would get the chance.
But perhaps the biggest compliment for Selwood came in the second term, when a frustrated Kerr gave away a 50m penalty on top of a free kick, which the 22-year-old Lion duly converted into a goal. Kerr then scrapped with Luke Power, conceding a second free kick.
"At one stage he got a bit fiery with me. But that just comes part and parcel of being a tagger," Selwood said.
"That's probably a good thing for me - when he starts doing that it means his main focus isn't on the ball."
Selwood can see comparisons between the team in which his brother currently plays and the Lions squad at the time he arrived at the Gabba in the summer of 2002-03. Back then the now thin on experience Lions had one of the deepest lists going around and were on the verge of winning an historic third flag.
"It's an exciting time for him (Adam) - it's going to be good to watch him go through September. It's good to see his progress," Selwood said.
"It's hard to see first-hand out on the field but it seems like he went okay. I'm just rapt that he's been able to find a spot in that side because it's a phenomenal side.I remember being drafted and a lot of people saying it was going to be hard to break into the Lions.
"But it's the way football works and the way the draft works - everything evens out. He got there at a time when they were rebuilding and he was able to slip in there during that rebuilding phase. He's gone on with it."
The manner in which Selwood goes about getting the football - head down and without fear - means he has copped several head knocks in his still young 32-game career. He is contemplating adding a helmet to his playing gear but says no decision will be made on the subject until the off-season.
"It's probably going to be a 2007 thing. I realise the way I play puts me in a situation where I may cop a few head knocks every now and then," he said.
"But I'm still running out there every week and giving 100 per cent - there are no second thoughts. Over the summer I'll trial a few (helmets) out, see what works best, get some advice from a few guys, maybe look at some studies and then go from there."
Top of the Ladder
WCE defeated Brissie by 62 points. Which means WCE is now on top of the AFL ladder.
Adam Selwood did well for WCE. His twin brother Troy did well for Brissie though. But who cares at the end of the day WCE is the one with the four points. Yeah Troy Selwood kept Daniel Kerr to just four touches. Chris Judd had a quiet game also but Ben Cousins did really well for WCE so I am happy.
I feel on top of the world.
Adam Selwood did well for WCE. His twin brother Troy did well for Brissie though. But who cares at the end of the day WCE is the one with the four points. Yeah Troy Selwood kept Daniel Kerr to just four touches. Chris Judd had a quiet game also but Ben Cousins did really well for WCE so I am happy.
I feel on top of the world.
Saturday, August 19, 2006
Top Spot?
Adelaide lost.
Eagles must win tomorrow that is their chance to be on top of the ladder.
We must beat Brisbane. Once we do top spot is ours.
Eagles must win tomorrow that is their chance to be on top of the ladder.
We must beat Brisbane. Once we do top spot is ours.
Friday, August 18, 2006
Nicoski at Medicare
Nicoski was at Medicare in Karrinyup yesterday signing autographs and I wasn't there.
I am so annoyed. If only I knew that on the day.
I am so annoyed. If only I knew that on the day.
Thursday, August 17, 2006
Adam Selwood is a TWIN
Adam Selwood has a twin brother who plays for Brisbane. Awww they are playing against each other this weekend.
Adam is now my favourite player.
I love twins.
Adam is now my favourite player.
I love twins.
Eagles
With the Finals approaching I am a tad nervous. Last year, the Eagles did well on the Finals until the Grand Final where they didn't win (yes they lost by four lousy points to a team that didn't deserve it - Sydney). Our players are so young but they are the best players in the AFL and I know they deserve to win Premierships.
Eagles, please don't let me down again. The last couple of years we got the Brownlow Medal in Chris Judd and Ben Cousins and last year Chris Judd got the Norm Smith Medal. So yes we have the best players...now please win the Premiership (the last Premiership was in 1994).
Eagles, please don't let me down again. The last couple of years we got the Brownlow Medal in Chris Judd and Ben Cousins and last year Chris Judd got the Norm Smith Medal. So yes we have the best players...now please win the Premiership (the last Premiership was in 1994).
Wednesday, August 16, 2006
Update
Woo hoo Socceroos had a 2-0 win over Kuwait...LOL. Mind you I don't know those players who scored the goals. But hey they represented Australia so they are indeedly cool.
Ummmm I look forward to WCE's game against Brissie. Go Eagles! I miss Mark Nicoski though (who is currently injured). I want to go to one of their training sessions but I have no one to go with. Elle's got a full time job now so I hardly see her. Plus Richie is keeping her busy.
Ummm that's all really. I know I am heaps slack when it comes to updating my blog. But there's not much to tell.
I don't go online as much as I used to.
Ummmm I look forward to WCE's game against Brissie. Go Eagles! I miss Mark Nicoski though (who is currently injured). I want to go to one of their training sessions but I have no one to go with. Elle's got a full time job now so I hardly see her. Plus Richie is keeping her busy.
Ummm that's all really. I know I am heaps slack when it comes to updating my blog. But there's not much to tell.
I don't go online as much as I used to.
Sunday, August 13, 2006
New Friends
Went out to dinner last night with some friends. Met some new people too.
Here's the proof.
Here's the proof.
Eagles
Another great win for the Eagles.
And Crows lost (to Freo) hehehe.
Next week we have to beat Brisbane.
And Crows lost (to Freo) hehehe.
Next week we have to beat Brisbane.
Saturday, August 05, 2006
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