Month: February 2018
Still to come…
This Winter Olympics I am really looking forward to watching SYNCHRONISED SNOWBOARDING. Think of it as pairs snow dancing down the half pipe. Couples are judged on how many elements (1440, etc) they include in their routines, hang time and just how close and in unison are to each other without crashing. Then there is … [Continue reading “Still to come…”]
Blame it on the headwinds
A few days ago, this year’s Winter Olympics started in South Korea. Thanks to the time difference, the middles of my nights are interrupted by a compunction to enjoy various events live on television. Being half asleep, I was wondering if what I was really watching were images from my personal Olympic dreams. I admit … [Continue reading “Blame it on the headwinds”]
Cat got your Tonge?
Remember the earthquake that devastated Haiti back in 2010? It was notable for various reasons beyond the damage it caused. An international relief effort commenced during which one member of the UK House of Lords alleged that the help provided by Israel was to enable them to harvest victims’ organs. It was a scurrilous charge, … [Continue reading “Cat got your Tonge?”]
The Afternoon: Funny Afternoon (Tuesday?)
Fit the First: I had to go to London. Shortly after I boarded the train, nature called. I made my way to the cubicle and, while I was going about my business, I heard the following: If you see anything that is not quite right, please contact a member of staff or the British Transport … [Continue reading “The Afternoon: Funny Afternoon (Tuesday?)”]