The Golden Neep IC

Trust my sisters to be the ones to remind me of just when my birthday is in a way that only loving sisters can - by giving me a Valentine's themed card but writing Happy Birthday inside it instead... at least their gift giving ability is a lot better.

And I'm not entirely sure if my mother was joking or not, what with the near annual hints at giving her a grandbaby or two, when she said she'd look at setting me up with someone. To those mates who are still bachelors, please tell me your mothers are like this or am I just that lucky?

[Maggie]

So... not going to work today. Had to send an owl in.

Kal and I are stuck in France. Our portkey didn't work last night. We're in search for a portkey office now.

Just letting you know I'm not dead!

Is there anything more intensely satisfying (or romantic) than watching Celtic beat the Rangers?

If your answer is anything other than no, then you're wrong, and I will duel you over this.

Happy Valentine's Day to me!

[Mel]

I have an idea for Fraser's birthday, but I'm pretty sure I need your help to pull it off.

OI GWENNERS LESS THEN A WEEK FORE WE DESTROY YOURS. Hope you ain't got PLANS for the couple days after less you plan on crying for days and listenin to wireless in that case carry on.

[Scrimmy]
What you doing tonight?

Thank you to the individuals who have already made donations to Uplift!

For those who are unaware the Uplift Foundation aims to create an equal playing field and sustain a vital, prosperous community where justice and opportunity are extended to everyone. We are a newer organization that has risen out of the "pink movement" on the pitch. I am happy to speak about agenda in more detail, but certainly do expect to keep hearing more from us.

With these funds we have officially hired on legal counsel, and a public relations manager. Next we are hoping to get a lobbyist. As we continue to set our political agenda we do welcome your ongoing donations, and certainly hope to see more people in neon pink around the community.

In non political related news, I am eagerly looking forward to the Annual Broom Race next month. In preparation for such, I do apologize for my new default state of constant eating. Between quid and race training, there is too great a calorie deficit. And tempting as it would be to make the most of the sales on sweets today those are not the types of calories I need.

In case anyone was curious about a day of eating in the life:

What I ate on Tuesday

Oatmeal with milk and a banana
Whole grain bread with olive oil and tomato
Juice
Coffee

Eggs, brown beans, grilled mushrooms and tomatoes
Granola

Pasta with bolognese
Mixed side salad

Granola with milk
Apple and peanut butter

Grilled chicken, large sweet potato
Large portion of vegetables
Bagel with peanut butter
Yogurt with banana

Granola bar and tea

Plus a protein shake after morning and afternoon training sessions

Overall, about a solid 6000+ kcal. Which includes lots and lots of water. Never let anyone tell you that the life of a professional athlete is glamorous.