Just want to say that however bad the state of the club has got, it is genuinely reassuring that all of us fans remain pretty much unified.
Even though Saturday was completely awful, that one moment when the whole ground stood up in response to the chant against the owners, I must say I did find myself getting slightly emotional. Sitting in the north upper and seeing the east and west rise to their feet really did remind me that we are Charlton Athletic and we will still stand together and fight against this toxic establishment that are ruining our club.
Apologies for the beer fuelled soppy post but just wanted to say that that really was a great moment.
Hope everyone has a great new year.
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I had this thought: We fought for our return to The Valley, and it was a long, often ill-tempered affair. It's easy to think that a few people put their names on a list under the heading 'The Valley Party', that some leaflets were given out, here and there, that several fair-minded people voted for us, and that we turned up at the Town Hall, after a few beers, in easy celebration.
In reality, we walked for miles, up and down steps, knocking on doors. We took some flak, yet we stood our ground, and won on both our merit and the weaknesses of the opposition. We also required some money-men to see the idea become a reality. Some well-heeled 'Addicks turned up with the cash and, together, the day was won.
The situation we face now is, again, for the soul, integrity and essence of our club. No ballot box will come to our aid this time. It's up to us to rid ourselves of what is, to many, malign. At some point, we shall, again, require the assistance of the money-men. Sadly, that is a fact. But the part we play is key to a successful outcome. We are the ground troops that pave the way. So let's clear the debris and prepare the ground for a new, vibrant Charlton Athletic; one that we recognise as ours.
May we be bold. And may we seize the day and win back the club that we hold dear. The battle has already begun. From now on, we shall be unified and, by way of that unity, and the failure of others, we shall win.
Who so beset him round with dismal stories
Do but themselves confound - his strength the more is.
No foes shall stay his might; though he with giants fight,
He will make good his right to be an 'Addick.
We are so passionless most of the time. I really hope on Saturday, all Charlton fans, can find some passion and turn up at either the pre or post match demos or preferably both.
Only Colin doesn't think It's a Fuc#ing Tragedy.
Some people are so punch drunk, that they just sit on their hands and the lights are on but no ones at home.
A small step for man but a giant leap for Charlton fan's. (finding your voice isn't rocket science)
Even if Saturday is not the catalyst, let's hope it's Cathartic for all supporters
who will find their Mojo, even if they have forgotten where its been for a while.