There was an article in the paper yesterday. Well, actually there were quite a few articles but one in particular stood out for me. Over a third of drivers killed weren’t wearing seat belts This morning the article had somehow … Continue reading →
Today is Leaving Certificate Results Day. Having spent two grueling years studying for a tortuous exam, three or so weeks sitting through that exam and a summer waiting for the results, this is the day where The Future Hopes of … Continue reading →
I used to keep a diary. Well, that's not strictly true – I used to keep a journal, because diaries are only kept by Victorian young ladies and Samuel Pepys. Anyhows, I started writing one back in '82. I used … Continue reading →
Bill on minimum pricing of alcohol due before Dáil recess Am I surprised? No. When international Nanny Stateists get together it's almost inevitable that Ireland will be in the forefront. In fact Ireland is rapidly becoming the very definition of … Continue reading →
This is a really good week. Two online polls in two days. Yesterday's was a piffling yes, no or maybe, whereas today's is one to really mess around with. They want to know all about our drinking habits, with the … Continue reading →
Does anyone remember Harvey? That was a film released back in 1950. It starred James Stewart as a man who was accompanied everywhere by his great friend Harvey – a six foot invisible rabbit. It looks like fiction in the … Continue reading →
I came across an item today. There was nothing spectacular about it – it was just one of those endless mindless "research" projects that is supposed to shock the world but in fact is just bolstering a few egos, justifying … Continue reading →
I see another large turd has floated to the top of the cesspool. Unit of alcohol should cost €1 – the same as litre of milk, says liver disease expert We are all supposed to tug the forelock because he … Continue reading →
Different battlefield – same tactics. The Big Nanny Machine has firmly set its sights on the drink industry. Already the sock puppet "charities" are clamoring for tax payers' money so that the gubmint can successfully lobby itself. They all agree … Continue reading →
II am delighted to announce that I have received another epistle. Our good friend Supershadow has taken time from his busy schedule and has written again. Now I know some of you may not take SS too seriously and I … Continue reading →
