So Pope Francis had a meeting with Saint Bono [patron saint of egotists]. So fucking what? Bono saw ‘pain’ on pope’s face over abuse scandals. No, Bono. That was the expression of bewilderment brought about by tedious ramblings and a … Continue reading →
Ireland is somewhat awash with Pope this weekend. The papers and television have been full of it for the last week or so, and today and tomorrow the country grinds to a standstill as the wee fella with the white … Continue reading →
I have been steadfastly ignoring the abortion business here in Ireland. For those who aren’t aware, there is a move to remove a clause in our constitution that gives “equal right to life to the unborn”. In other words, in … Continue reading →
I have no problem with people wanting to visit Ireland. No matter what nationality or gender [and there are more genders than nationalities these days] then they are welcome, provided they are decent, well behaved and don’t leave a mess … Continue reading →
At last the great day has arrived. Let joy be unconfined, and let the revelries commence. The day we have been waiting for has finally dawned. There is of course that minor feast of consumerism in a few day’s time … Continue reading →
I am reaching that stage in life where death is becoming a remote possibility. Like it or not, the time has come to decide what to do about it. Maybe it’s time for a spiritual rethink? I was raised by … Continue reading →
For some reason a lot of things are going arse over tit at the moment. This site is the worst affected and since last week it has been failing every morning in the early hours. I don’t know why but … Continue reading →
This latest “blasphemy” farce has me annoyed, confused and highly amused all at the same time. Annoyed, because the whole escapade is a farce, a waste of time and a waste of resources. Confused, because according to this ridiculous law … Continue reading →
I have decided I don’t mind Christmas after all. What I have hated up ’til now has not been Christmas, or even the insane frenzy that seems to grip the population. What I really hate is Santa and all those … Continue reading →
Is there a spiritual world Up There? That’s the question that has been puzzling mankind ever since he became mankind. Whole religions are based on the question and millions have died as a result. The problem is that to discover … Continue reading →
