bblover....how is it going ? we need you to find a few more photos to remind us of what the mystery man actually looks like....
The John James Appreciation Thread (Part 14)
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Originally Posted by augusta92:
“oh no are they definitely leaving?
Zoe ball this morning was talking about them doing the show as part of the show dancers? but not with a contestant?”
“oh no are they definitely leaving?
Zoe ball this morning was talking about them doing the show as part of the show dancers? but not with a contestant?”
Afternoon all
Watching Sharapova play - do wish she wouldn't make so much noise.
I am really sorry Flavia and Vincent aren't going to be involved with Strictly. Also heard Aliona is leaving but F and V will be involved with the Christmas special.
I suspect that all this tweeting between John and Josie has to do with the Autobiography Josie is going to 'write'. I think I may have said this before but I think John may have requested that he has approval over any material in the book where he is mentioned - or perhaps said something about legal action if he is mentioned. Who knows? I suspect in any case that Josie will use it in her column.
Originally Posted by bblover:
“You think?
If it was indeed about that,why would he care?It's like 100yrs ago now surely:sleep:”
“You think?
If it was indeed about that,why would he care?It's like 100yrs ago now surely:sleep:”
It may have been 100 years ago, but I suspect John is still litigeous and if I knew that Josie was going to write an autobiography and I would probably be mentioned, I would certainly have the lawyers on standby.
Originally Posted by Lena J:
“Maybe it depends what she has to say. :
Did you see he gave a shoutout to the CT on twitter 8th May after tweeting an ambiguous message on 3rd May that caused much speculation?
This was taken as proof there never was a relationship.
Also, maybe he wants to make sure she doesn't print anything about his private life.
On the otherhand it could be something entirely different. :
One thing's for sure, it's certainly raised some eyebrows.”
“Maybe it depends what she has to say. :
Did you see he gave a shoutout to the CT on twitter 8th May after tweeting an ambiguous message on 3rd May that caused much speculation?
This was taken as proof there never was a relationship.
Also, maybe he wants to make sure she doesn't print anything about his private life.
On the otherhand it could be something entirely different. :
One thing's for sure, it's certainly raised some eyebrows.”
Only saw the Hi CT tweet.Which wasn't that surprising,he's such a wind up.
The only legitimate proof will be if one of them said it in actual words,no hints or anything.
It did,which is surprising.About time the new BB starts.
Originally Posted by Lindy_Loue:
“It's forecast to reach 29 degrees in Paris next week!!!
Just thought you'd all like to know that . I'll be suffering from heatstroke! ”
“It's forecast to reach 29 degrees in Paris next week!!!
Just thought you'd all like to know that
. I'll be suffering from heatstroke! ”
29?
Enjoy and don't get burned
Originally Posted by nyannie:
“Hmmm - somehow I think Nadal - don't know really. I've been watching the tennis a bit today - really don't know what is up with Nadal though, he doesn't look comfortable on the court.”
“Hmmm - somehow I think Nadal - don't know really. I've been watching the tennis a bit today - really don't know what is up with Nadal though, he doesn't look comfortable on the court.”
I know,he's struggling somewhere,but he's still winning so...
Originally Posted by augusta92:
“bblover....how is it going ? we need you to find a few more photos to remind us of what the mystery man actually looks like....”
“bblover....how is it going ? we need you to find a few more photos to remind us of what the mystery man actually looks like....”
Only old pix on Google
Originally Posted by nyannie:
“It may have been 100 years ago, but I suspect John is still litigeous and if I knew that Josie was going to write an autobiography and I would probably be mentioned, I would certainly have the lawyers on standby.”
“It may have been 100 years ago, but I suspect John is still litigeous and if I knew that Josie was going to write an autobiography and I would probably be mentioned, I would certainly have the lawyers on standby.”
Let's hope it doesn't come to that then.
Originally Posted by Lena J:
“I know nyannie recommends you travel light, but do you have room in your suitcase for another one?
I don't know about where you are, but it's blowing a cold NE breeze here.”
“I know nyannie recommends you travel light, but do you have room in your suitcase for another one?
I don't know about where you are, but it's blowing a cold NE breeze here.
”
I'd love to, Lena, but nyannie says there are no porters at the Gare du Nord
.....otherwise, wouldn't it be great? 
Originally Posted by augusta92:
“evening all............so we are going to have heatstroke in Paris days after floods in Switzerland and Germany.....what is happening to the weather??
its a beautiful sunny afternoon/evening here on the east coast.
And no new news from John..... how sad !!!”
“evening all............so we are going to have heatstroke in Paris days after floods in Switzerland and Germany.....what is happening to the weather??
its a beautiful sunny afternoon/evening here on the east coast.
And no new news from John..... how sad !!!”
Lovely weather here in S Midlands too
Originally Posted by augusta92:
“oh no are they definitely leaving?
Zoe ball this morning was talking about them doing the show as part of the show dancers? but not with a contestant?”
“oh no are they definitely leaving?
Zoe ball this morning was talking about them doing the show as part of the show dancers? but not with a contestant?”
Apparently they are - saw it on the SCD forum so it must be true lol
[quote=nyannie;66222830]
As I'm a kind of tutor / group facilitator, my work would be other people's really, ie what people in my groups have done.
So not a lot of evidence that I do much at all really....
Originally Posted by augusta92:
“
I do portraits of friends and their children/grandchildren and sometimes people in the papers if the photos haven't been heavily airbrushed.
I am going to start my garden series when I get the film developed - probably next month.
Maybe we should all bring samples of our work when we next meet.”
“
I do portraits of friends and their children/grandchildren and sometimes people in the papers if the photos haven't been heavily airbrushed.
I am going to start my garden series when I get the film developed - probably next month.
Maybe we should all bring samples of our work when we next meet.”
As I'm a kind of tutor / group facilitator, my work would be other people's really, ie what people in my groups have done.
So not a lot of evidence that I do much at all really....
I'm not going to risk Quote this time Lena. We were 4 miles away from a village called Eaglesham which is about 12 miles from Glasgow. I gave it up 8 Years ago .My husband passed away 10 years ago I worked on for 2years but it became too much to keep an eye on everything and not big enough to take on management I was working with part time help except for one who was planing to move abroard with family.It just becomes a way of life we did it for more than thirty years.I was still living in the cottage we had next door untill 18 months ago I have now moved to South Ayrshire approx 36 miles away with a nice view of the sea from window.After the Pub I worked in elderly care for 7years until I decided to move here, I hurt my ankle falling in the snow and needed a break from it. Now you will all have an idea who is posting. By the way I am not Scottish I was born in Bristol and still have relations in that area.We moved to Seaton Carew in north East England when I was a baby. that is where I had my education and where I really feel I come from, when people hear me speak they often comment on my accent being from that area. Diane
Originally Posted by diane_young:
“I'm not going to risk Quote this time Lena. We were 4 miles away from a village called Eaglesham which is about 12 miles from Glasgow. I gave it up 8 Years ago .My husband passed away 10 years ago I worked on for 2years but it became too much to keep an eye on everything and not big enough to take on management I was working with part time help except for one who was planing to move abroard with family.It just becomes a way of life we did it for more than thirty years.I was still living in the cottage we had next door untill 18 months ago I have now moved to South Ayrshire approx 36 miles away with a nice view of the sea from window.After the Pub I worked in elderly care for 7years until I decided to move here, I hurt my ankle falling in the snow and needed a break from it. Now you will all have an idea who is posting. By the way I am not Scottish I was born in Bristol and still have relations in that area.We moved to Seaton Carew in north East England when I was a baby. that is where I had my education and where I really feel I come from, when people hear me speak they often comment on my accent being from that area. Diane”
“I'm not going to risk Quote this time Lena. We were 4 miles away from a village called Eaglesham which is about 12 miles from Glasgow. I gave it up 8 Years ago .My husband passed away 10 years ago I worked on for 2years but it became too much to keep an eye on everything and not big enough to take on management I was working with part time help except for one who was planing to move abroard with family.It just becomes a way of life we did it for more than thirty years.I was still living in the cottage we had next door untill 18 months ago I have now moved to South Ayrshire approx 36 miles away with a nice view of the sea from window.After the Pub I worked in elderly care for 7years until I decided to move here, I hurt my ankle falling in the snow and needed a break from it. Now you will all have an idea who is posting. By the way I am not Scottish I was born in Bristol and still have relations in that area.We moved to Seaton Carew in north East England when I was a baby. that is where I had my education and where I really feel I come from, when people hear me speak they often comment on my accent being from that area. Diane”
the internet is an amazing thing........you can chat to people and feel as if you know them really quickly. Have you had your computer and internet connection long?
Are you looking forwards to this years BB?
I m looking forwards to Emma being the host, and I might try and watch just a few episodes.....I try hard not to get too drawn into reality TV, and don't like this aspect of myself, but.....im like this reading a book, when I start to read, I don't want to put it down and will read it intensively until its finished....
For me its things like live feed that tend to draw me in completely ......you learn all kinds of useless information from them....on Fame Academy I learnt to sing along with all the warming up exercises....and to do an exercise class with Kevin. Actually in this BB have missed a trick.....they could easily do a gym class in the mornings with the hm.
At the moment im half watching The voice, which is interesting.....
this quote thing doesn't seem to be working properly..........as loads of peoples quotes are all over the place......oops.....
I could speculate what on earth Johns latest tweet is all about...as im totally bemused about the point of tweeting quite so publically......surely there must be a more discreet way to go about it...
but..........somehow it never seems to really clarify what on earth is really going on....and im sure we will eventually find out what it is all about......
but..........somehow it never seems to really clarify what on earth is really going on....and im sure we will eventually find out what it is all about......
Originally Posted by diane_young:
“I'm not going to risk Quote this time Lena. We were 4 miles away from a village called Eaglesham which is about 12 miles from Glasgow. I gave it up 8 Years ago .My husband passed away 10 years ago I worked on for 2years but it became too much to keep an eye on everything and not big enough to take on management I was working with part time help except for one who was planing to move abroard with family.It just becomes a way of life we did it for more than thirty years.I was still living in the cottage we had next door untill 18 months ago I have now moved to South Ayrshire approx 36 miles away with a nice view of the sea from window.After the Pub I worked in elderly care for 7years until I decided to move here, I hurt my ankle falling in the snow and needed a break from it. Now you will all have an idea who is posting. By the way I am not Scottish I was born in Bristol and still have relations in that area.We moved to Seaton Carew in north East England when I was a baby. that is where I had my education and where I really feel I come from, when people hear me speak they often comment on my accent being from that area. Diane”
“I'm not going to risk Quote this time Lena. We were 4 miles away from a village called Eaglesham which is about 12 miles from Glasgow. I gave it up 8 Years ago .My husband passed away 10 years ago I worked on for 2years but it became too much to keep an eye on everything and not big enough to take on management I was working with part time help except for one who was planing to move abroard with family.It just becomes a way of life we did it for more than thirty years.I was still living in the cottage we had next door untill 18 months ago I have now moved to South Ayrshire approx 36 miles away with a nice view of the sea from window.After the Pub I worked in elderly care for 7years until I decided to move here, I hurt my ankle falling in the snow and needed a break from it. Now you will all have an idea who is posting. By the way I am not Scottish I was born in Bristol and still have relations in that area.We moved to Seaton Carew in north East England when I was a baby. that is where I had my education and where I really feel I come from, when people hear me speak they often comment on my accent being from that area. Diane”
You have had a busy life Diane. A friend of mine moved to one of the Scottish islands about 10 years ago I think - and she is from Bristol too. I used to work in Bristol and loved it.
It is nice to have you posting too.
Morning all.
Another great sunny day. Had to close the windows at 3 am this morning as I woke myself up with all my wheezing (I'm asthmatic).
Have to go to get my scan this morning and will then tackle insurance company to try to see consultant sooner. This should be fun.
Lindy - I suggested you pack light, not only because of problem at the station but because you just don't need lots of clothes - I was surprised at how informal everything was in Paris.
I wish I too could go in your suitcase, I love Paris - if I can afford it and my feet are up to it, want to go next year. Maybe drag hubby along. . .
Another great sunny day. Had to close the windows at 3 am this morning as I woke myself up with all my wheezing (I'm asthmatic).
Have to go to get my scan this morning and will then tackle insurance company to try to see consultant sooner. This should be fun.
Lindy - I suggested you pack light, not only because of problem at the station but because you just don't need lots of clothes - I was surprised at how informal everything was in Paris.
I wish I too could go in your suitcase, I love Paris - if I can afford it and my feet are up to it, want to go next year. Maybe drag hubby along. . .
Originally Posted by nyannie:
“It may have been 100 years ago, but I suspect John is still litigeous and if I knew that Josie was going to write an autobiography and I would probably be mentioned, I would certainly have the lawyers on standby.”
“It may have been 100 years ago, but I suspect John is still litigeous and if I knew that Josie was going to write an autobiography and I would probably be mentioned, I would certainly have the lawyers on standby.”
Good Lord , me to
wouldn't care how long it had been
Morning JJat
Hope all is well
i think its nice to see that they have unfollowed each other
all seem right again, now
in twitter world
Originally Posted by augusta92:
“the internet is an amazing thing........you can chat to people and feel as if you know them really quickly. Have you had your computer and internet connection long?
Are you looking forwards to this years BB?
I m looking forwards to Emma being the host, and I might try and watch just a few episodes.....I try hard not to get too drawn into reality TV, and don't like this aspect of myself, but.....im like this reading a book, when I start to read, I don't want to put it down and will read it intensively until its finished....
For me its things like live feed that tend to draw me in completely ......you learn all kinds of useless information from them....on Fame Academy I learnt to sing along with all the warming up exercises....and to do an exercise class with Kevin. Actually in this BB have missed a trick.....they could easily do a gym class in the mornings with the hm.
At the moment im half watching The voice, which is interesting.....”
“the internet is an amazing thing........you can chat to people and feel as if you know them really quickly. Have you had your computer and internet connection long?
Are you looking forwards to this years BB?
I m looking forwards to Emma being the host, and I might try and watch just a few episodes.....I try hard not to get too drawn into reality TV, and don't like this aspect of myself, but.....im like this reading a book, when I start to read, I don't want to put it down and will read it intensively until its finished....
For me its things like live feed that tend to draw me in completely ......you learn all kinds of useless information from them....on Fame Academy I learnt to sing along with all the warming up exercises....and to do an exercise class with Kevin. Actually in this BB have missed a trick.....they could easily do a gym class in the mornings with the hm.
At the moment im half watching The voice, which is interesting.....”
Had internet about 8 years still have a lot to learn about it
Originally Posted by diane_young:
“Had internet about 8 years still have a lot to learn about it”
“Had internet about 8 years still have a lot to learn about it”
There's always more to learn
Keeps us busy, anyway
I don't want to get drawn into the Big Brother thing again it can become too time consuming, I did read somewhere that they intend to show an hour of live feed most evenings but thats still not enough to get a true picture .Anyway John James is Mr BB for me. Just thought ,I don't think he would want that title.
Fame Academy I loved that show it was the best. The 1st one was brill but the 2nd not so good in my opinion the format was changed and less hours to view 2nd time around. I remember the last 5 left in" Fame Academy One" they were all special ,however my favourite Malachi Cush left in 5th place.My friend and I went to Belfast a few times to see him in concerts afterwards.
I enjoy The Voice but don't find it adictive, there is some exceptional talent on there I think
I enjoy The Voice but don't find it adictive, there is some exceptional talent on there I think
Originally Posted by diane_young:
“I don't want to get drawn into the Big Brother thing again it can become too time consuming, I did read somewhere that they intend to show an hour of live feed most evenings but thats still not enough to get a true picture .Anyway John James is Mr BB for me. Just thought ,I don't think he would want that title.”
“I don't want to get drawn into the Big Brother thing again it can become too time consuming, I did read somewhere that they intend to show an hour of live feed most evenings but thats still not enough to get a true picture .Anyway John James is Mr BB for me. Just thought ,I don't think he would want that title.”
Afternoon everyone.....
Actually although John James would be one of my favourite contestants ....ever.....I don't think he is exactly an ultimate BB contestant
The ultimate BB contestants for me are ones like Mario and Corin, or even Aaron who won....who were so clued up on the show and the whole process, people who really wanted to be on the show and to win the show....I was never convinced that John was that worried about being on the show or winning.....which was why I couldn't ever really work out, why he had done it in the first place...
most contestants, its fairly obvious why they have done it, even if my favourite ever reason, was nush's from BB5, who openly said she had done it, to earn enough money to pay off her debts and set her up as an artist....or something similar...
Originally Posted by nyannie:
“Morning all.
Another great sunny day. Had to close the windows at 3 am this morning as I woke myself up with all my wheezing (I'm asthmatic).
Have to go to get my scan this morning and will then tackle insurance company to try to see consultant sooner. This should be fun.
Lindy - I suggested you pack light, not only because of problem at the station but because you just don't need lots of clothes - I was surprised at how informal everything was in Paris.
I wish I too could go in your suitcase, I love Paris - if I can afford it and my feet are up to it, want to go next year. Maybe drag hubby along. . .”
“Morning all.
Another great sunny day. Had to close the windows at 3 am this morning as I woke myself up with all my wheezing (I'm asthmatic).
Have to go to get my scan this morning and will then tackle insurance company to try to see consultant sooner. This should be fun.
Lindy - I suggested you pack light, not only because of problem at the station but because you just don't need lots of clothes - I was surprised at how informal everything was in Paris.
I wish I too could go in your suitcase, I love Paris - if I can afford it and my feet are up to it, want to go next year. Maybe drag hubby along. . .”
I hope everything goes ok with your scan. I was meant to have my bridge/crown fitted today, but my dentist wasn't happy with it, so Ive got to go back next week....and I love the dentist so so much (not)
I love Paris as well...maybe we can both drag our OH there next year...and do a JJat thread holiday.....
Originally Posted by augusta92:
“Afternoon everyone.....
Actually although John James would be one of my favourite contestants ....ever.....I don't think he is exactly an ultimate BB contestant The ultimate BB contestants for me are ones like Mario and Corin, or even Aaron who won....who were so clued up on the show and the whole process, people who really wanted to be on the show and to win the show....
I was never convinced that John was that worried about being on the show or winning.....which was why I couldn't ever really work out, why he had done it in the first place...
most contestants, its fairly obvious why they have done it, even if my favourite ever reason, was nush's from BB5, who openly said she had done it, to earn enough money to pay off her debts and set her up as an artist....or something similar...”
“Afternoon everyone.....
Actually although John James would be one of my favourite contestants ....ever.....I don't think he is exactly an ultimate BB contestant
The ultimate BB contestants for me are ones like Mario and Corin, or even Aaron who won....who were so clued up on the show and the whole process, people who really wanted to be on the show and to win the show....I was never convinced that John was that worried about being on the show or winning.....which was why I couldn't ever really work out, why he had done it in the first place...
most contestants, its fairly obvious why they have done it, even if my favourite ever reason, was nush's from BB5, who openly said she had done it, to earn enough money to pay off her debts and set her up as an artist....or something similar...”
It's because John clearly 'couldn't give a rip' about winning that I think he was such a good housemate - I always thought we were seeing the real man, not just a contestant who was adjusting their actions in order to win. Not that there's much wrong with that - it is a game - but I just like the honesty of those who don't take that route.
I wonder if even John knows why he wanted to be in BB - he's clearly not a wannabee celeb, he doesn't seem bothered about money, he didn't seem to want to get in to some kind of media career. Maybe he just saw it as a challenge? Or maybe he just wanted a change as his life must have been turned upside down by his family tragedy?
Whatever the reason, I'm glad he did it - he was brilliant. And to think I wrote him off as the obligatory 'eye-candy'
when I watched the launch show - shows how daft it is to judge on appearance. Not that I have anything against eye-candy, but that alone isn't enough to explain why he still has a pretty loyal following 3 years later.I shall go away now - all this thinking has addled the brain I've half fried on the beach today!
Originally Posted by Giddykipper:
“It's because John clearly 'couldn't give a rip' about winning that I think he was such a good housemate - I always thought we were seeing the real man, not just a contestant who was adjusting their actions in order to win. Not that there's much wrong with that - it is a game - but I just like the honesty of those who don't take that route.
I wonder if even John knows why he wanted to be in BB - he's clearly not a wannabee celeb, he doesn't seem bothered about money, he didn't seem to want to get in to some kind of media career. Maybe he just saw it as a challenge? Or maybe he just wanted a change as his life must have been turned upside down by his family tragedy?
Whatever the reason, I'm glad he did it - he was brilliant. And to think I wrote him off as the obligatory 'eye-candy'when I watched the launch show - shows how daft it is to judge on appearance. Not that I have anything against eye-candy, but that alone isn't enough to explain why he still has a pretty loyal following 3 years later.
I shall go away now - all this thinking has addled the brain I've half fried on the beach today!”
“It's because John clearly 'couldn't give a rip' about winning that I think he was such a good housemate - I always thought we were seeing the real man, not just a contestant who was adjusting their actions in order to win. Not that there's much wrong with that - it is a game - but I just like the honesty of those who don't take that route.
I wonder if even John knows why he wanted to be in BB - he's clearly not a wannabee celeb, he doesn't seem bothered about money, he didn't seem to want to get in to some kind of media career. Maybe he just saw it as a challenge? Or maybe he just wanted a change as his life must have been turned upside down by his family tragedy?
Whatever the reason, I'm glad he did it - he was brilliant. And to think I wrote him off as the obligatory 'eye-candy'
when I watched the launch show - shows how daft it is to judge on appearance. Not that I have anything against eye-candy, but that alone isn't enough to explain why he still has a pretty loyal following 3 years later.I shall go away now - all this thinking has addled the brain I've half fried on the beach today!
”
Have to agree with you giddy. Somehow I think he wanted a 'British experience'.
Well, I've had the ultrasound - and a joint injection, which I didn't expect! I now have to 'take it easy' for 48 hours - and it isn't even guaranteed to work.
My left foot is more serious. I have tears around the ankle tendon and need to see the consultant as I may need surgery - just what I need, another operation!
Anyway, trying to remain positive and keep my feet up. O/h didn't look too happy when I told him he would have to make his own coffee and his own lunch tomorrow morning!!!!
Anyway, off to 'take it easy'!
My left foot is more serious. I have tears around the ankle tendon and need to see the consultant as I may need surgery - just what I need, another operation!
Anyway, trying to remain positive and keep my feet up. O/h didn't look too happy when I told him he would have to make his own coffee and his own lunch tomorrow morning!!!!
Anyway, off to 'take it easy'!
Originally Posted by nyannie:
“Well, I've had the ultrasound - and a joint injection, which I didn't expect! I now have to 'take it easy' for 48 hours - and it isn't even guaranteed to work.
My left foot is more serious. I have tears around the ankle tendon and need to see the consultant as I may need surgery - just what I need, another operation!
Anyway, trying to remain positive and keep my feet up. O/h didn't look too happy when I told him he would have to make his own coffee and his own lunch tomorrow morning!!!!
Anyway, off to 'take it easy'!”
“Well, I've had the ultrasound - and a joint injection, which I didn't expect! I now have to 'take it easy' for 48 hours - and it isn't even guaranteed to work.
My left foot is more serious. I have tears around the ankle tendon and need to see the consultant as I may need surgery - just what I need, another operation!
Anyway, trying to remain positive and keep my feet up. O/h didn't look too happy when I told him he would have to make his own coffee and his own lunch tomorrow morning!!!!
Anyway, off to 'take it easy'!”
Oh nyannie, this doesn't sound good! You must be so fed up with it all
. Still, as you say, looking on the positive side, you get to 'take it easy' for a bit and the injection will hopefully have some effect on the pain.Guess if you do need an operation, it'll be good to get it done as soon as you can........a counsel of perfection, I know, as that's not always possible.
Put your feet up, read a good book...and maybe catch some rays in the garden?
Take care
Lindy xx
Originally Posted by augusta92:
“I hope everything goes ok with your scan. I was meant to have my bridge/crown fitted today, but my dentist wasn't happy with it, so Ive got to go back next week....and I love the dentist so so much (not)
I love Paris as well...maybe we can both drag our OH there next year...and do a JJat thread holiday.....”
“I hope everything goes ok with your scan. I was meant to have my bridge/crown fitted today, but my dentist wasn't happy with it, so Ive got to go back next week....and I love the dentist so so much (not)
I love Paris as well...maybe we can both drag our OH there next year...and do a JJat thread holiday.....
”
Poor you Augusta
what was the problem with it ?
Good morning jjat
the sun has got his hat on again today
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