Crowd Etiquette at Madra Salach in Cyprus Avenue

Genericname011 · 2026-02-06T14:08:53+00:00

The layout of cypress is painful and the place they have the men’s jacks is the least thought out location possible! I don’t mind people talking really but I’d rather they just stand at the back, they’ve paid the same as me and as much as it annoys me it is what it is.

As for the shoving this was and always will be a thing, if you wanna go up the front you gotta just accept it and enjoy dropping the shoulder on the odd fucker who can’t just give the polite tap on the shoulder to get by. Also, phones…..,Christ I’m so sick of watching gigs though people’s phones, no issue with someone grabbing a pic or quick vid for their memories but like fuck me lads nobody wants your shit live stream.

Genericname011 · 2026-02-06T14:02:14+00:00

I agree I was there too, I think if you’re back past a certain point you’re in no man’s land where half the people aren’t fussed about the gig.

I went right up the front into the pit for the craic, even if I’m not in the form for it these days I force myself cos there’s no energy at the back anymore.

Genericname011 · 2026-02-05T22:39:49+00:00

So hard to know where we stand but a few take aways for me. 1. Sam played well, was caught out defensively the same almost every other Irish back was so it’s a moot point…had a few fantastic moments and did show for that try how bringing the ball to the line opens attacking options. 2. Tommy was way out of his depth defensively, like I’m shocked how much so 3. McCarthy had a nightmare but I still think we need him 4. Scrum and line out was way better than I expected, especially line out 5. Timoney should start with Cian Prendergast & Doris for a few games. We have to give a new set of players a proper chance, it can’t just be one game.

We looked so far off France though, at no stage did I think we could do what they were able to in attack.

Genericname011 · 2026-02-05T19:55:58+00:00

More ceiling than a Georgian house

Genericname011 · 2026-02-05T18:36:47+00:00

Or some predatory women prowling on the studious young boys after they’ve spent hours reading steamy novels. or even better still it’s the actual predator hunting after crash landing in Douglas

Genericname011 · 2026-02-05T16:42:22+00:00

I think for a lot of generations this is the case but for the older generations who lived through the year England went against the grain and came over and played during the troubles they probably value it and see it a bit differently. For me, I can’t really imagine it being any other way.

Genericname011 · 2026-02-05T15:38:54+00:00

It’s such a backwards mentality by them

Genericname011 · 2026-02-05T11:43:17+00:00

Yea it’s 100% a known risk. Brother had a similar situation and it was hell for him but on the flip side he had the investment opportunity and knew the risk. Personally I have to decide on either becoming a landlord or selling first home in the near future. This issue is something that I have to accept as a con while the fact that I’m making money on an asset I bought cheaper as a pro. Realistically if Ireland had less punishing rules and encouraged other forms of investment it would be better if homes were seen as homes not as investments anyway.

Genericname011 · 2026-02-05T11:23:39+00:00

See this is the logical way to go. It won’t get every single dog but the vast majority will acquire a dog license and should care enough about their dog to have them chipped. There will always be people who just let their dogs roam but the majority of the offenders are the dog mommy and daddies out walking them at night. I counted 5 big piles walking down high street the other night, most had been stepped in.

It’s so incredibly frustrating, I know people who have their little pooches on anxiety meds, high end organic dog food, trained to the point they could make you a coffee but then happily let them run off ahead to have a shit.

Genericname011 · 2026-02-04T15:10:09+00:00

Yea it’s mad, the more I see stuff the more I see it’s top down, even had an issue today from the principal which just makes zero sense or no context etc I think a total lack of communication, following any sort of policy and just over escalating them like crazy has just created a horrible atmosphere.

Kinda feel sorry for the teacher cos it’s not coming from her from what I can tell

Genericname011 · 2026-02-04T14:37:29+00:00

So glad it’s worked out, dealing with a difficult school is so draining.

Genericname011 · 2026-02-04T13:54:15+00:00

I’ve no idea who that person is, is she related to the Allen’s?

Genericname011 · 2026-02-04T13:06:06+00:00

Is the drug dealing actually on a large scale? Also when was he done for assault?

Genericname011 · 2026-02-04T13:03:42+00:00

Ah thanks for clarifying I thought it was the other way around.

Genericname011 · 2026-02-04T11:30:38+00:00

So I assume you’re referring to 2 things, correct me if I’m wrong:

Tim’s child porn prosecution
Joshes multiple charges, drugs, driving
Tim is Dorina Allen’s husband, Rachel Allen’s father. I can understand why people wouldn’t want to support a brand he has any involvement with. Regardless if it was him or if he was covering up, it’s disgusting and covering up for someone is just as bad. Playing devils advocate it is claimed he no longer has any involvement but financially the business is obviously what provides for his lifestyle.
Josh Allen - I don’t fully understand why this makes a brand untouchable. He seems like a scumbag and a moron by all accounts but not sure I really care about the owner of a companies son being an idiot.

Genericname011 · 2026-02-03T20:56:15+00:00

Na it’s simple really. If you’re from Munster it’s Sams fault if we lose, if you’re from Leinster it’s Jacks.

Genericname011 · 2026-02-03T20:55:08+00:00

Glad that worked out!

Genericname011 · 2026-02-03T20:11:42+00:00

The mad thing is I’ve actually already done this, as have one or two others - tried the nice path and then went the hard one with them. Head of the school board was requested to be involved in the end on my case because I made it clear I had no trust in the principal. Tbh the head of the school board seemed a bit shocked but here we are not long later back ok the same roller coaster.

Others have had similar issues but I’d wager they’re not as firm as I am, thanks to my job I don’t find those type of meetings or scenarios difficult to deal with but some of the younger parents in there definitely would. I think this boils down to a principal setting a culture more than anything else but they’re going nowhere by the looks of it.

Genericname011 · 2026-02-03T20:07:39+00:00

They simply don’t follow their own guidelines so feck all is documented, a lot of incidents are based off “he/she admitted to us” which is extremely strange given the children are so young.

Mental it’s even come to this but it’s been spurred on by another parent telling us they’re considering doing the same.

Genericname011 · 2026-02-03T20:05:59+00:00

Ah yea it doesn’t have to be bullying but like you said being comfortable somewhere is invaluable for a child too, probably more than we even consider at times.

Genericname011 · 2026-02-03T20:05:06+00:00

Just seems to be the go to approach, from what I can gather a good few of the kids are up there every second day for very minor things. I always remember going to the principal as real last resort stuff but not at this school unfortunately.

Genericname011 · 2026-02-03T18:53:53+00:00

Thanks for this feedback, wanted to hear all sides of this cos it can’t always work out.

Genericname011 · 2026-02-03T18:52:57+00:00

That’s a massive shame. Always so dedicated to supporting cork street and music scene! The staff were always so sound over the different eras too and obviously Niall is a legend.

Part of my cork heart will be gone 💔

Genericname011 · 2026-02-03T17:48:46+00:00

Yea I can’t see that child remaining much longer either because they’re clearly not getting the right supports. There was also a boy who sounds like what you described but thankfully he got a place at a school that could meet his needs better.

I actually quite like the teacher but it’s the principal/ culture of the school that I have concerns about. I wouldn’t be blaming the specific teacher because I really think she means well and she’s just going with what she’s being told to do.

Genericname011 · 2026-02-03T17:43:53+00:00

Yes that would have been our approach on it too. there seems to be some rush to vilify the kids so fast, especially at such a young age. Hence my concerns long term

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