Callabinho Posted 14 September 2016 Posted 14 September 2016 So here we are. Wednesday 14th September, a mark in the calendar and a tick in the box for our historical club..... There are somethings that live long in the memory, even memories from our childhood stay with us if they're significant. I can still picture the 10th November 1997, walking towards Filbert Street, clutching my program and itching to get inside. The excitement comparable to nothing....hearing the clanking of the turnstile and seeing so many happy faces and laughter just being awestruck that the occasion. Then that moment came, climbing up the stairs for the first time, as I turned the corner I could see the skyline starting to rise like the eastern sun, the tip of the score board slowly comes into view and then I froze.....looking on in sheer disbelief at the sight before me, the Leicestershire skyline in the periphery of my vision and filbert street in all of its glory. From that moment on, it became my home, Leicester became my team and the boys in blue my hero's. Some kids will be experiencing the same thing now, and as it stands some adults too. On Tuesday the 27th of September we will all experience the same feeling again, walking towards the KP, hearing the buzz of the ticket machine, the trickling of beer and the sound of customers telling the cashiers what change they should receive......but at approximately 1930 the lads will walk out to the gallop as always, just another game right? That's until they stand shoulder to shoulder mascots too, and George Frideric Handel' masterpiece echoes around Leicestershire for the first time, goosebumps will appear, and the hair on our neck raise to the occasion, one or two may even shed a tear....It will be an indication of how far this little club has come, we're no longer just that club who produced Gary Lineker, we're champions, and we're dining with Europe's elite. There's an age old saying as a Leicester fan during those sporadic times of success, "enjoy it kid, because it won't last". So... Enjoy it, because these memories will last forever.
Guest Col city fan Posted 14 September 2016 Posted 14 September 2016 11 minutes ago, Callabinho said: So here we are. Wednesday 14th September, a mark in the calendar and a tick in the box for our historical club..... There are somethings that live long in the memory, even memories from our childhood stay with us if they're significant. I can still picture the 10th November 1997, walking towards Filbert Street, clutching my program and itching to get inside. The excitement comparable to nothing....hearing the clanking of the turnstile and seeing so many happy faces and laughter just being awestruck that the occasion. Then that moment came, climbing up the stairs for the first time, as I turned the corner I could see the skyline starting to rise like the eastern sun, the tip of the score board slowly comes into view and then I froze.....looking on in sheer disbelief at the sight before me, the Leicestershire skyline in the perifory periphery of my vision and filbert street in all of its glory. From om that moment on, it became my home, Leicester became my team and the boys in blue my hero's. Some kids will be experiencing the same thing now, and as it stands some adults too. On Tuesday the 27th of September we will all experience the same feeling again, walking towards the KP, hearing the buzz of the ticket machine, the trickling of beer and the sound of customers telling the cashiers what change they should receive......but at approximately 1930 the lads will walk out to the gallop as always, just another game right? That's until they stand shoulder to shoulder mascots too, and George Frideric Handel' masterpiece echoes around Leicestershire for the first time, goosebumps will appear, and the hair on our neck raise to the occasion, one or two may even shed a tear....It will be an indication of how far this little club has come, we're no longer just that club who produced Gary Lineker, we're champions, and we're dining with Europe's elite. There's an age old saying as a Leicester fan during those sporadic times of success, "enjoy it kid, because it won't last". So... Enjoy it, because these memories will last forever. Great post matey...
Guest CityFan 06 Posted 14 September 2016 Posted 14 September 2016 32 minutes ago, Callabinho said: So here we are. Wednesday 14th September, a mark in the calendar and a tick in the box for our historical club..... There are somethings that live long in the memory, even memories from our childhood stay with us if they're significant. I can still picture the 10th November 1997, walking towards Filbert Street, clutching my program and itching to get inside. The excitement comparable to nothing....hearing the clanking of the turnstile and seeing so many happy faces and laughter just being awestruck that the occasion. Then that moment came, climbing up the stairs for the first time, as I turned the corner I could see the skyline starting to rise like the eastern sun, the tip of the score board slowly comes into view and then I froze.....looking on in sheer disbelief at the sight before me, the Leicestershire skyline in the periphery of my vision and filbert street in all of its glory. From that moment on, it became my home, Leicester became my team and the boys in blue my hero's. Some kids will be experiencing the same thing now, and as it stands some adults too. On Tuesday the 27th of September we will all experience the same feeling again, walking towards the KP, hearing the buzz of the ticket machine, the trickling of beer and the sound of customers telling the cashiers what change they should receive......but at approximately 1930 the lads will walk out to the gallop as always, just another game right? That's until they stand shoulder to shoulder mascots too, and George Frideric Handel' masterpiece echoes around Leicestershire for the first time, goosebumps will appear, and the hair on our neck raise to the occasion, one or two may even shed a tear....It will be an indication of how far this little club has come, we're no longer just that club who produced Gary Lineker, we're champions, and we're dining with Europe's elite. There's an age old saying as a Leicester fan during those sporadic times of success, "enjoy it kid, because it won't last". So... Enjoy it, because these memories will last forever. Love this post, spot on as well.
stix Posted 14 September 2016 Posted 14 September 2016 44 minutes ago, Callabinho said: So here we are. Wednesday 14th September, a mark in the calendar and a tick in the box for our historical club..... There are somethings that live long in the memory, even memories from our childhood stay with us if they're significant. I can still picture the 10th November 1997, walking towards Filbert Street, clutching my program and itching to get inside. The excitement comparable to nothing....hearing the clanking of the turnstile and seeing so many happy faces and laughter just being awestruck that the occasion. Then that moment came, climbing up the stairs for the first time, as I turned the corner I could see the skyline starting to rise like the eastern sun, the tip of the score board slowly comes into view and then I froze.....looking on in sheer disbelief at the sight before me, the Leicestershire skyline in the periphery of my vision and filbert street in all of its glory. From that moment on, it became my home, Leicester became my team and the boys in blue my hero's. Some kids will be experiencing the same thing now, and as it stands some adults too. On Tuesday the 27th of September we will all experience the same feeling again, walking towards the KP, hearing the buzz of the ticket machine, the trickling of beer and the sound of customers telling the cashiers what change they should receive......but at approximately 1930 the lads will walk out to the gallop as always, just another game right? That's until they stand shoulder to shoulder mascots too, and George Frideric Handel' masterpiece echoes around Leicestershire for the first time, goosebumps will appear, and the hair on our neck raise to the occasion, one or two may even shed a tear....It will be an indication of how far this little club has come, we're no longer just that club who produced Gary Lineker, we're champions, and we're dining with Europe's elite. There's an age old saying as a Leicester fan during those sporadic times of success, "enjoy it kid, because it won't last". So... Enjoy it, because these memories will last forever. Gave me goosebumps. +1
walkerleeds Posted 14 September 2016 Posted 14 September 2016 My flight ticket from Barcelona to Ostend was cancelled this morning. I wasn't sure whether to turn back to Mallorca or buy another flight ticket. This post made me so glad I will be on my way to Belgium at 12.40. COME ON YOU LEICESTER BOYS, DO US PROUD TONIGHT!
sylofox Posted 14 September 2016 Posted 14 September 2016 The OP is on the wrong forum. Reality will dawn on him and like many others the towel will be thrown in perhaps before kick off tonight. Great OP and like you I hope many ayoung fan feel the same about our great club. I just hope they don't find foxestalk to early on. They may not become life long fans reading some topics on here.
J.Lisemore Posted 14 September 2016 Posted 14 September 2016 56 minutes ago, Callabinho said: There's an age old saying as a Leicester fan during those sporadic times of success, "enjoy it kid, because it won't last". As you say, I think we all can relate to this Brilliant post.
Bedford Fox Posted 14 September 2016 Posted 14 September 2016 My sentiments exactly. Let's enjoy every second and get rightbehind the lads.
Les-TA-Jon Posted 14 September 2016 Posted 14 September 2016 Brilliant post. Gave me goosebumps that!
Lincs sam Posted 14 September 2016 Posted 14 September 2016 1 hour ago, Callabinho said: So here we are. Wednesday 14th September, a mark in the calendar and a tick in the box for our historical club..... There are somethings that live long in the memory, even memories from our childhood stay with us if they're significant. I can still picture the 10th November 1997, walking towards Filbert Street, clutching my program and itching to get inside. The excitement comparable to nothing....hearing the clanking of the turnstile and seeing so many happy faces and laughter just being awestruck that the occasion. Then that moment came, climbing up the stairs for the first time, as I turned the corner I could see the skyline starting to rise like the eastern sun, the tip of the score board slowly comes into view and then I froze.....looking on in sheer disbelief at the sight before me, the Leicestershire skyline in the periphery of my vision and filbert street in all of its glory. From that moment on, it became my home, Leicester became my team and the boys in blue my hero's. Some kids will be experiencing the same thing now, and as it stands some adults too. On Tuesday the 27th of September we will all experience the same feeling again, walking towards the KP, hearing the buzz of the ticket machine, the trickling of beer and the sound of customers telling the cashiers what change they should receive......but at approximately 1930 the lads will walk out to the gallop as always, just another game right? That's until they stand shoulder to shoulder mascots too, and George Frideric Handel' masterpiece echoes around Leicestershire for the first time, goosebumps will appear, and the hair on our neck raise to the occasion, one or two may even shed a tear....It will be an indication of how far this little club has come, we're no longer just that club who produced Gary Lineker, we're champions, and we're dining with Europe's elite. There's an age old saying as a Leicester fan during those sporadic times of success, "enjoy it kid, because it won't last". So... Enjoy it, because these memories will last forever. Great post had a tear in my eyes reading it what will I be like 27th September
stevelcfc Posted 14 September 2016 Posted 14 September 2016 2 hours ago, Callabinho said: So here we are. Wednesday 14th September, a mark in the calendar and a tick in the box for our historical club..... There are somethings that live long in the memory, even memories from our childhood stay with us if they're significant. I can still picture the 10th November 1997, walking towards Filbert Street, clutching my program and itching to get inside. The excitement comparable to nothing....hearing the clanking of the turnstile and seeing so many happy faces and laughter just being awestruck that the occasion. Then that moment came, climbing up the stairs for the first time, as I turned the corner I could see the skyline starting to rise like the eastern sun, the tip of the score board slowly comes into view and then I froze.....looking on in sheer disbelief at the sight before me, the Leicestershire skyline in the periphery of my vision and filbert street in all of its glory. From that moment on, it became my home, Leicester became my team and the boys in blue my hero's. Some kids will be experiencing the same thing now, and as it stands some adults too. On Tuesday the 27th of September we will all experience the same feeling again, walking towards the KP, hearing the buzz of the ticket machine, the trickling of beer and the sound of customers telling the cashiers what change they should receive......but at approximately 1930 the lads will walk out to the gallop as always, just another game right? That's until they stand shoulder to shoulder mascots too, and George Frideric Handel' masterpiece echoes around Leicestershire for the first time, goosebumps will appear, and the hair on our neck raise to the occasion, one or two may even shed a tear....It will be an indication of how far this little club has come, we're no longer just that club who produced Gary Lineker, we're champions, and we're dining with Europe's elite. There's an age old saying as a Leicester fan during those sporadic times of success, "enjoy it kid, because it won't last". So... Enjoy it, because these memories will last forever. Goosebumps just reading it and in between, the flashes of my LCFC memories.
MattyFromLE Posted 14 September 2016 Posted 14 September 2016 Great post. Makes me think of all of the really small glimpses of what I can just about remember of when I first started going to Filbert Street with my dad. From someone telling Colin Hill to "****ing sort 'em out when you get on!", to seeing Theo Zagorakis score against Utd. Parker getting sent off for taking a free kick too quickly. Too many to list - goosebumps through that post though mate!
Vardinio'sCat Posted 14 September 2016 Posted 14 September 2016 I have confidence we won't be cheated this time. Great effort by the OP, first lump in the throat of the day!
DelBoy73 Posted 14 September 2016 Posted 14 September 2016 Sensational post. Grasped every inherent bit that makes being a City supporter so peerless. Onwards and upwards !
sylofox Posted 14 September 2016 Posted 14 September 2016 46 minutes ago, Vardinio'sCat said: I have confidence we won't be cheated this time. Great effort by the OP, first lump in the throat of the day! Second one will be your boyfriends ooopps family site
Vardinio'sCat Posted 14 September 2016 Posted 14 September 2016 Perhaps I should have said 'tears in my eyes' instead. Although on reflection... it might not have helped!
Vardinio'sCat Posted 14 September 2016 Posted 14 September 2016 Wake up, wake up! We are Champions League, man... 5 hrs 59 mins to go
PhillippaT Posted 14 September 2016 Posted 14 September 2016 Born to be kings, we're the princes of the universe... Oh, wait...
sylofox Posted 14 September 2016 Posted 14 September 2016 49 minutes ago, Vardinio'sCat said: Perhaps I should have said 'tears in my eyes' instead. Although on reflection... it might not have helped! Glad you took it the w it was ment
Kitchandro Posted 14 September 2016 Posted 14 September 2016 Nice post. so much for us being 'little' though, I can guarantee we won't have 9000 empty seats at our games!
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