D'Artagnan 13,319 Posted February 17, 2012 Share Posted February 17, 2012 Its funny how things can turn around. Ask any Rangers supporter who has been following our club's saga on message boards, social networks, news channels and printed media. If this was a tv soap it would be criticised for having too much drama. Where it will end goodness only knows, this bear has long given up trying to even remotely predict the outcome.Instead perhaps it's worth turning our attention to what we do know. On the announcement of administration for Rangers there were a fair few people who could barely contain their joy, they texted about it, they tweeted about it and they openly laughed and joked about it.But they ain't laughing now.In fact they are sitting watching events unfold with increasing alarm and a dawning realisation.Its not the fact that every 5 minutes or so news commentaries are describing Rangers as the most successful club in the world, nor is it even that we are being hailed as the biggest and best supported club in Scotland or that we are an institution, which is an integral part of Scottish society, and part of the identity of millions of people not just in this country but around the globe. Neither is it that politicians, from first ministers to prime minsters and commentators from the world of sport and beyond sport, are openly encouraging Rangers to survive and come through this troubled time.No, what is causing mass trepidation amongst those who hate Rangers is that the events of the last few days have shaken the colossal beast which is the Rangers support out of hibernation. The fabled army has risen and is on the march and God help anyone or anything which gets in its way. The majority which has been silent for far far too long, have finally found their tongues. In cities, in towns, in villages, in glens, in valleys, in shires the call to arms for the Rangers is being answered. But don’t think this mobilisation will be restricted to merely a football club and sport. That's the problem with kinetic energy, once you get a huge mass moving who knows where it will stop. Perhaps that's why so many politicians wish to be seen to be supporting Rangers cause in these troubled times. I suspect they realise that not only have the Rangers support remembered how to use their voice, but also their vote.Even now the foot soldiers of this army are starting to ask the awkward questions and identify those who appear to stand in their way, the enemies of this club are being noted, and they will not be forgotten. Not now. Not ever.Moreover lessons have been learnt. The placing of trust in certain individuals, and following faithfully without question have been exhausted. I have a feeling once realised this will extend beyond the spheres of Rangers FC to the very fabric of the society they live in. Isn't kinetic energy a bitch ?There may come a day when football supporters accept with a mere shrug of the shoulders that their football club is all but gone.But this will not be the day. Nor will it be Rangers FC. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoramsGlove 12 Posted February 17, 2012 Share Posted February 17, 2012 Here Here!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheNuts 552 Posted February 17, 2012 Share Posted February 17, 2012 another brilliant article mate.who gon stop us eh!? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
royalbluebell 38 Posted February 17, 2012 Share Posted February 17, 2012 We could never accept that. We are much more than just a football team.Rise and Shine folks....the sun is on the horizon.Another great read D'Art. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
nachothelegend 1,932 Posted February 17, 2012 Share Posted February 17, 2012 Yes we now know who our friends are and the trials of the past few months have brought us to this point.We must move forward now.Follow follow Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBoyDave 123 Posted February 17, 2012 Share Posted February 17, 2012 If we cannot give our support to Rangers in its time of need we don't deserve our club.I say this as mostly an armchair fan who is going to go to more games now.The feelings I am getting from fellow fans is togetherness and defiance no surrender. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KingKai 439 Posted February 17, 2012 Share Posted February 17, 2012 Good post D'Artagnan, and by god, I believe your right! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Straight-Edge-Loyal 6,651 Posted February 17, 2012 Share Posted February 17, 2012 Well done d'art another rousing call to arms mate you are a credit to this great club. As is everyone of the fans who love and cherish us as well you and the other posters who post similar articles on here stir feelings of both hope for the future and pride in both what we as a club and support are and will be again. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zappa 358 Posted February 17, 2012 Share Posted February 17, 2012 Great stuff D'Art. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
crombie1873 142 Posted February 17, 2012 Share Posted February 17, 2012 Another brilliant post mate, keep them coming! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sergio 1,199 Posted February 17, 2012 Share Posted February 17, 2012 Well Said that Man! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarcheVinny 1,003 Posted February 17, 2012 Share Posted February 17, 2012 Fantastic D'Art, using this on the homepage Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
miksu101 0 Posted February 17, 2012 Share Posted February 17, 2012 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pcbear 10,913 Posted February 17, 2012 Share Posted February 17, 2012 If it can be managed somehow from talk to realisation is any way shape or form, it would make me feel as if i am actually doing something rather than moaning my face off on a keyboard, donate? i would but to whom? vote i would but where? support a genuine fan based takeover, certainly.We need a leader!! someone who can harness the body,the mass, the mega silent majority who care so so deeply about The Rangers.Who will step up to the plate and be the galvaniser? he could be the most powerful man in the country in days.OP was top notch as always. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
graeme_4 34,000 Posted February 17, 2012 Share Posted February 17, 2012 Its funny how things can turn around. Ask any Rangers supporter who has been following our club's saga on message boards, social networks, news channels and printed media. If this was a tv soap it would be criticised for having too much drama. Where it will end goodness only knows, this bear has long given up trying to even remotely predict the outcome.Instead perhaps it's worth turning our attention to what we do know. On the announcement of administration for Rangers there were a fair few people who could barely contain their joy, they texted about it, they tweeted about it and they openly laughed and joked about it.But they ain't laughing now.In fact they are sitting watching events unfold with increasing alarm and a dawning realisation.Its not the fact that every 5 minutes or so news commentaries are describing Rangers as the most successful club in the world, nor is it even that we are being hailed as the biggest and best supported club in Scotland or that we are an institution, which is an integral part of Scottish society, and part of the identity of millions of people not just in this country but around the globe. Neither is it that politicians, from first ministers to prime minsters and commentators from the world of sport and beyond sport, are openly encouraging Rangers to survive and come through this troubled time.No, what is causing mass trepidation amongst those who hate Rangers is that the events of the last few days have shaken the colossal beast which is the Rangers support out of hibernation. The fabled army has risen and is on the march and God help anyone or anything which gets in its way. The majority which has been silent for far far too long, have finally found their tongues. In cities, in towns, in villages, in glens, in valleys, in shires the call to arms for the Rangers is being answered. But don’t think this mobilisation will be restricted to merely a football club and sport. That's the problem with kinetic energy, once you get a huge mass moving who knows where it will stop. Perhaps that's why so many politicians wish to be seen to be supporting Rangers cause in these troubled times. I suspect they realise that not only have the Rangers support remembered how to use their voice, but also their vote.Even now the foot soldiers of this army are starting to ask the awkward questions and identify those who appear to stand in their way, the enemies of this club are being noted, and they will not be forgotten. Not now. Not ever.Moreover lessons have been learnt. The placing of trust in certain individuals, and following faithfully without question have been exhausted. I have a feeling once realised this will extend beyond the spheres of Rangers FC to the very fabric of the society they live in. Isn't kinetic energy a bitch ?There may come a day when football supporters accept with a mere shrug of the shoulders that their football club is all but gone.But this will not be the day. Nor will it be Rangers FC.Excellent post. Great to hear some positivity. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bearette 23 Posted February 17, 2012 Share Posted February 17, 2012 Brilliant article once again Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bombaybadboy08 15,660 Posted February 17, 2012 Share Posted February 17, 2012 Outstanding. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
paisleyroad 894 Posted February 17, 2012 Share Posted February 17, 2012 you caught the mood just right there sir Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rfc50 0 Posted February 17, 2012 Share Posted February 17, 2012 United we stand,we can do no other Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
WVB 2,560 Posted February 17, 2012 Share Posted February 17, 2012 ".......But what of reputation?"Maybe the usual suspects aren't awake yet. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pcbear 10,913 Posted February 17, 2012 Share Posted February 17, 2012 shameless bump Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
reddrock 107 Posted February 17, 2012 Share Posted February 17, 2012 Its funny how things can turn around. Ask any Rangers supporter who has been following our club's saga on message boards, social networks, news channels and printed media. If this was a tv soap it would be criticised for having too much drama. Where it will end goodness only knows, this bear has long given up trying to even remotely predict the outcome.Instead perhaps it's worth turning our attention to what we do know. On the announcement of administration for Rangers there were a fair few people who could barely contain their joy, they texted about it, they tweeted about it and they openly laughed and joked about it.But they ain't laughing now.In fact they are sitting watching events unfold with increasing alarm and a dawning realisation.Its not the fact that every 5 minutes or so news commentaries are describing Rangers as the most successful club in the world, nor is it even that we are being hailed as the biggest and best supported club in Scotland or that we are an institution, which is an integral part of Scottish society, and part of the identity of millions of people not just in this country but around the globe. Neither is it that politicians, from first ministers to prime minsters and commentators from the world of sport and beyond sport, are openly encouraging Rangers to survive and come through this troubled time.No, what is causing mass trepidation amongst those who hate Rangers is that the events of the last few days have shaken the colossal beast which is the Rangers support out of hibernation. The fabled army has risen and is on the march and God help anyone or anything which gets in its way. The majority which has been silent for far far too long, have finally found their tongues. In cities, in towns, in villages, in glens, in valleys, in shires the call to arms for the Rangers is being answered. But don’t think this mobilisation will be restricted to merely a football club and sport. That's the problem with kinetic energy, once you get a huge mass moving who knows where it will stop. Perhaps that's why so many politicians wish to be seen to be supporting Rangers cause in these troubled times. I suspect they realise that not only have the Rangers support remembered how to use their voice, but also their vote.Even now the foot soldiers of this army are starting to ask the awkward questions and identify those who appear to stand in their way, the enemies of this club are being noted, and they will not be forgotten. Not now. Not ever.Moreover lessons have been learnt. The placing of trust in certain individuals, and following faithfully without question have been exhausted. I have a feeling once realised this will extend beyond the spheres of Rangers FC to the very fabric of the society they live in. Isn't kinetic energy a bitch ?There may come a day when football supporters accept with a mere shrug of the shoulders that their football club is all but gone.But this will not be the day. Nor will it be Rangers FC.I wiz jist aboot tae write that masel there LOL , Great article , superb post and bang on the money , WATP Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sillybilly 151 Posted February 17, 2012 Share Posted February 17, 2012 There have been some really positive, rousing posts in the last few days. None more so than this. Every bear should read this. Inspirational stuff. Saturday can't come soon enough. The dark clouds that have shadowed ibrox for the last few years are clearing. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
joker69 60 Posted February 17, 2012 Share Posted February 17, 2012 Hat's off D'Art what a cracking post.They can't stop us now. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
minstral 5,375 Posted February 17, 2012 Share Posted February 17, 2012 Great post Dart. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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