I’ve not been on here for a while but after @Chris and @liampie reached out I thought long and hard and here I am. I’m sorry to Chris and Liam that I didn’t respond positively, I’ve not been in a particularly good place of late.

With the new season approaching and back in the league I’m looking forward to chatting football with you all and renewing my banter with my old sparring partner @super_ram, how are you my old mate?

@Fan of Big Tone, you have nothing to be sorry for. It's all in the past and each of us bear our own crosses. I felt incredibly thankful that you posted your message, on my mum's memorial. It came out of the blue, gave us some comfort. I'm glad you are back, I've been joking about re-signing old members, in an attempt to pull together. You would be like Tommy Lawton signing for Notts, you've been missed my friend.

About bloody time too!!! Welcome back, @Fan of Big Tone

please dont be nervous, i think we all miss you and for me i respect the apology, but i dont think you needed to say it. lets just move on and focus on catching up. since you took your break, my life has changed a fair amount. i drive now, i have my own home and i live in beeston. i still go on bike rides etc.

what have you been up to? ????????

It’s been a while since we last saw each other on here @Fan of Big Tone. Whatever happened before is in the past. I’m just glad that you’re back. As an original member, you’ve been missed on the site. Welcome back!

It takes a great deal of bravery to return, admit your mistakes and offer an apology. I may not be fully aware of the situation, but I recall you, @Fan of Big Tone. You always seemed to be someone who was deeply passionate about Notts and the Pride of Nottingham. Your opinions were a pleasure to read and judging by the response, you are being welcomed back with open arms! Please don't hesitate to engage in discussions on the site. Welcome back!

In the grand scheme of things, life is too short to worry about these sorts of things. @Fan of Big Tone, nobody wanted you to leave. It was saddening to see that happen. It was all largely a miscommunication, but I know that you meant well. You have nothing to apologise for and I’m glad that you’re back. I’m pleased for @super_ram as he clearly enjoys your friendship and it’s great that the two of you can catch up. By the way, your message after Granny Pie passed away was a very touching and unexpected comment. I know it meant a lot to Chris and I’m sure it did to Super as well.

2 hours ago, super_ram said:

About bloody time too!!! Welcome back, @Fan of Big Tone

This is what I’ve missed. ????

2 hours ago, Chris said:

@Fan of Big Tone, you have nothing to be sorry for. It's all in the past and each of us bear our own crosses. I felt incredibly thankful that you posted your message, on my mum's memorial. It came out of the blue, gave us some comfort. I'm glad you are back, I've been joking about re-signing old members, in an attempt to pull together. You would be like Tommy Lawton signing for Notts, you've been missed my friend.

Thank you, good to be back.

1 hour ago, liampie said:

please dont be nervous, i think we all miss you and for me i respect the apology, but i dont think you needed to say it. lets just move on and focus on catching up. since you took your break, my life has changed a fair amount. i drive now, i have my own home and i live in beeston. i still go on bike rides etc.

what have you been up to? ????????

Crikey home owner and driving, I remember you saying to wanted to learn to drive, well done @liampie

Thanks for all the warm welcomes back or should that be welcome backs? Anyway it’s much appreciated. 

Are you still gadding about in your campervan?

2 hours ago, Chris said:

@Fan of Big Tone, you have nothing to be sorry for. It's all in the past and each of us bear our own crosses. I felt incredibly thankful that you posted your message, on my mum's memorial. It came out of the blue, gave us some comfort. I'm glad you are back, I've been joking about re-signing old members, in an attempt to pull together. You would be like Tommy Lawton signing for Notts, you've been missed my friend.

You'd be more like a Kevin Hector for me,even old enough to be a Steve Bloomer.

20 minutes ago, super_ram said:

Are you still gadding about in your campervan?

You'd be more like a Kevin Hector for me,even old enough to be a Steve Bloomer.

No the campervan was sold just before the pandemic, we timed it just right.

Steve Bloomer???? ???? You cheeky bugger, he’s more your age group. ????

11 minutes ago, Fan of Big Tone said:

No the campervan was sold just before the pandemic, we timed it just right.

Steve Bloomer???? ???? You cheeky bugger, he’s more your age group. ????

Ha Ha ,so you remember him

Welcome back, @Fan of Big Tone. It’s lovely to see you back on the site. Your absence has been noticed and you have been missed. Forget about what led you away and focus on the reasons that brought you back. It’s truly wonderful to have you here again.

Hello, welcome back to the site @Fan of Big Tone. I joined recently but find the site to be very good and friendly. I am glad to see someone else returning.

Hello, @Fan of Big Tone. Welcome back to PON. We would love for you to join in and share your thoughts on discussions. It’s always interesting to hear what other Notts fans have to say. If you’re feeling nervous, please know that you’re among friends here. It’s also great to see @Super lively again. He’s a good person who needed some cheering up.

@Fan of Big Tone up front, @super_ram at the back. All this re-signings such as @Turkey_Twizzler, @Canadian and the PON forum XI is starting to take shape. I swear I am missing someone, anywho. Keep laughing!

32 minutes ago, Chris said:

@Fan of Big Tone up front, @super_ram at the back. All this re-signings such as @Turkey_Twizzler, @Canadian and the PON forum XI is starting to take shape. I swear I am missing someone, anywho. Keep laughing!

My dad,your grandad Tom,used to tell me when I was young that I made a good rightback .......if I was right back in the changing room

more like left back @super_ram, you and me both. i can barely kick a ball but at least on pon all that matters is be able to express yourself and have fun!

It’s great to see you picking up right where you left off, @Fan of Big Tone. It’s like an 80s band reuniting for a comeback tour and ,we’re all ready to rock out to your thoughts on Notts subjects. In the meantime, keep on rockin’ and rollin’!

Hello, @Fan of Big Tone. Welcome back to the site. Don’t dwell on the past - focus on having fun and joining in with the community. It’s great to see you back on PON.

@Fan of Big Tone, it’s fantastic to see you back. The Pride of Nottingham is always better when we have fans like you who are good at expressing their views. Just comment on what you enjoy and before long it will be like you never left.

@Fan of Big Tone

 

Welcome back mate. New beginnings that's for sure. 

Might even start exercising and stop smoking ????⚫️⚪️. 

 

See you around FBT 

Hey @Fan of Big Tone, great to see you back! Looking forward to reading you again.

Prediction league next season? 

8 minutes ago, DangerousSausage said:

Hey @Fan of Big Tone, great to see you back! Looking forward to reading you again.

Prediction league next season? 

Yes definitely mate, I’m going to win it. ????

23 minutes ago, Fan of Big Tone said:

Yes definitely mate, I’m going to win it. ????

Unfortunately I've decided that I'm going to win it next season. I might let you finish in the top half if you're good.