Sorry to hear about the death of Frank Carson, the comedian, who was a real character - and I am pleased to say that I met him in person and he was the same off stage as he was on stage. I was working on a search detail years ago at the Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, and he was one of the cast. We were able to wander around the stage while he and other were rehearsing, but then we would be working away in the corridors and changing rooms and he would stop us and tell us more jokes.
Beloved sister in law, aged a little yesterday - was a bit concerned because the green parrots were nibbling at "her Willie's nuts", and she was having to chase them with a stick - poor Willie.
A few less amusing notes from the news, Royal Bank Of Scotland , publicly owned, have announced yet another massive loss, despite which continue to pay high bonuses to their staff, pay tiddle all interest on savings and are tighter than a Badger' s bot if you want a loan.
Variation on the back seat driver story, now - there is no requirement to be able to speak English if you take your driving test in the UK - you can have an interpreter in the car with you and Yes, of course, the UK taxpayer will pay the bill - (Mugs).
I am surprised that there was no one in the House of Common's bar last night armed with a camera phone to record the "Glasgow Kiss" being administered by MP Eric Joyce to his colleague, Stuart Andrew - be interesting to see what the real story was - might be they were comparing notes about claiming expenses ! - Had it been in the local school, the kids would have had it all over Facebook (that font of all knowledge and power). I am sure that if he gets in touch with Tommy Sheridan's lawyer, he will out and about toute suite.
Having met Ally McCoist in person, and having watched him for years on both the pitch and TV, i feel sorry that he has ended up trying to work with a team of overpaid numbties who have no loyalty/ or heart to anything other than money (so none left - no kick the ball), and now he is being directed by a Chairman who, according to the media - who are prone to exageration- is a sociopath - big Question is ? WHERE HAS ALL THE MONEY GONE.
Olympic fever is building up in London, the new cycling velodrome has been in use and a brilliant display that was, the new diving pool in action this week, but still only a handful of tickets sold for the football at Hampden Park (Glasgow)- and to be on the safe side, taxi's are going to be banned from the Waverly Station (Edinburgh)!!! RETHINK - having had the terrorist attack at Glasgow airport a few years ago, and there being a general feeling that there will be another major incident in the UK, and it only being a matter of time, then the authorities are correct to continue with a nationwide programme of target hardening and public awareness. It is just unfortunate that the public will not take heed until there is another incident - years ago when I was in the search teams we always said that "it took a bomb to concentrate the mind" and then businesses would do something practical and realistic.
I go to the BNI meeting on a regular basis and, sadly, there are a number there who do not take the subject seriously - but for them, only time will tell.
I missed the "William Topaz McGonnagal" dinner on Tuesday night, which was, to all accounts a great night, and very enlightening for those who had never heard of this "terrible" poet - the highlight of the night was his story of the Tay Rail Bridge Disaster, complete with collapsing model. I did arrive at the end of the meal, (as taxi driver) and it was great to see a number of well kent faces from the Licensed Trade, and also the guest artiste , Bill Hill" who I have known for a long time.
Not amused - restless night ahead - got to see the Dentist again tomorrow and it looks like I will be minus one chomper very shortly.
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