Or Ellie could become a model

If I don't become a Journalist...

....maybe I could become a Photographer.

We're going to the zoo, zoo, zoo

Life goes on

Although we never lifted the cup, it has still been a great weekend, with a further triathlon progression. Everton lost out yesterday simply because they lacked the strength in depth of their opponents. That said, imagine Chelsea without Terry, Lampard and Drogba and you can get some idea of how the blues felt yesterday missing Jagielka, Arteta and Yakubu. It was always going to be difficult, and we almost made it harder by scoring so quickly. Chelsea, their pride stung, had 89 minutes to make amends. They did, but only after Saha missed a chance when the sides were locked at 1-1 which would have given us the lead. But it wasn't to be, and congratulations must go to Gus Hiddink, that rarity of a Chelsea manager who doesn't lack humility. His are very large boots to fill.

This morning was way more successful as I managed to swim my first mile in open-water. As a guest of The City of Liverpool swimming Club, I enjoyed pleasant company and expert tuition, and my technique came along leaps and bounds as a result. After just 45 minutes in the water I felt excited, confident and optomistic. Moreover, I felt the excitement of discovery as I immediately began setting my sites towards the half-ironman distance and beyond. Not since I joined Mossley Hill Athletics Club prior to starting my first marathon training have I felt such sporting butterflies. The sheer nature of the triathlon appeals to my love of diversity, whilst the non-impact nature of the training will help my ailing limbs and joints. I have a spring in my step which will be very useful tomorrow morning as I embark on 20 miles on the bike, followed by a 4 mile run. The road to the ironman starts tomorrow morning.

Now for the weekend

My 13 hour days are now over until Tuesday, and a most exciting weekend is about to begin. Can the mighty blues do it and beat Chelsea tomorrow?. I think we can, but only if we score first. I'm saying 1-0, with Cahill grabbing the all-important goal. Come on the lads!!!

I will be returning to the banks of the Mersey on Sunday to practise my open-water swimming in preparation for the triathlon. It would be nice if it followed the open-top bus tour as Everton parade the streets of Liverpool with the FA cup. I, and Philip who is very excited, are dreaming of success.

Last 8 in the Woolton Tournament

A 1-0 defeat in the quarter final saw the green machine bravely bow out. We were the better side, but a failure to convert our chances proved costly. The only two teams to beat us today contested the final, with Formby the red-hot favorites to win. A full report will be posted on www.marshallsfc.me.uk later on. In the meantime I am going to The River Mersey for an open-water swim practise. To say I am nervous is an understatement. Deep GULP. Yikes...

"This is Liam Deveney, Sky Sports News."

I've just sent an email to the head of Sky sports in the North West with a view to spending a shift or two with one of their reporters. The more I think of it, the more I like the thought of working for Sky. Surrounded by sport, I would be in heaven. I've crossed everything.