Since getting the invite (thanks guys!), I have been unbelievably excited to combine one of my favourite holiday destination with my favourite thing (outside any sporting event) a wedding! And not just any wedding, my sister’s wedding. But I also have the overriding feeling of being just a little bit afraid.
Some may wonder what I am afraid of? Others already have this feeling and are in severe denial about it. The fact is, I am frightened by the heavy drinking artillery that will be bombarding the Bali coast in the week beginning the 30th of April 2012. (Only 241 days! Great iPhone app for that, anyway….)
HAS ANYBODY LOOKED AT WHO IS COMING TO BALI!?!?
The attendee list reads like a ‘who’s who’ of drinkers. It’s like the All Star game and it’s going to last for up to three weeks! With Ames and Mick’s help, I’ve decided to put together a little early season form guide about the attendees. Feel free to leave your comments below.
One more important point. My gut feeling is that Grand Final day at Amy and Mick’s this year will be a bit like the Round 24 Geelong v Collingwood game. The top ranked players feeling each other out before the big dance….Be prepared!
Over the next few weeks the full form guide will be revealed. But let's start today with the happy couple and Barry Clan.
Without further ado...The Form Guide
Mick: With true panache and style, is involved in a HEAVY training load at the moment. This is evident after taking Darcy for a walk and being found five hours later holding the bar up at the Petrel hotel. To go along with this, an Oktoberfest/Crazy Norwegian wedding experience has him primed to lead the charge. Has been occasionally known to pull the pin without a moment’s notice, and an off day can see him peak too early and finish dead last. When he's up, among the best. Without pre-empting the match committee’s decision, will be happy to appoint him Captain for the trip!
Ames: The Joel Selwood of this trip (easy Ames, yes I did just compare you to Joel. Please stop drooling on your keyboard). In true Hardiman/Bliss style, will go head first into any bottle of wine/champers/cocktail (I think they make glasses over there that your head will actually fit in!!!!!!). Will be called upon to lead when our courageous captain can go no more… Looking for a massive performance.
The Barry's
- June – The good oil is that June loves a Brandy and Coke. In my eyes that already means she can go. Combined with the fact she has experienced the Bali lifestyle before and knows the conditions better then the Cats know Kardinia Park, big things are expected.
- Steve – Has played this game before. A proven performer, but a query if he will run the trip. Suggested that will lead out the pack and peak too soon. Only time will tell….
- Chez – The true hard nut of the Barry clan. Puts all the Barry boys to shame...Tequila anyone?
- Dave – The first of our Smiling Assassins. Apparently we won’t hear much from him until we hit double figures in Bintang's. I say better late then never.
- Ness – Recent pregnancy could stunt her chances but her return from bub one was absolutely spectacular. (Titanic...)
- Shane – An esteemed member of the Centurion club at the Munga Bar. Also a master of shenanigans. Place these two factors in the powder keg that is Bali and expect fireworks… High expectations from the author….
- Mandz – Will hold her own in this battle. Heard on the down low that she loves a brew. Heading to the right place for that. Can go when challenged.
- Aunty Julie – Ex Bali local. Will enjoy watching everyone struggle on the
Arak
Til next time punters!
Hards
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