Freddy… CHIMP & SHRIMPS

Yesterday… …There were reports that ex-cricketer and TV presenter Freddie Flintoff is taking a break from his TV work commitments. He’s recovering from injuries sustained during a terrifying crash whilst filming ‘Top Gear’ last month. The Sun reported: ‘He is putting his career on hold until he is in a better place mentally and physically,Continue reading “Freddy… CHIMP & SHRIMPS”

What’s Best?

Yesterday’s news included the new indoor skatepark that’s opened at the 15th-century St Peter Parmentergate Church in Norwich. We saw the enthusiasm and skills of skateboarders and heard their passion, dedication and determination to be successful. Skateboarders and the local authorities think that is the best use for the building. Faith communities and historians mayContinue reading “What’s Best?”

Offended and Upset

Yesterday I wrote about ‘nitty gritty’. Several concerned friends contacted me… The London Evening Standard (May 2002) stated: ‘…expressions such as “nitty gritty” are increasingly being banned by Britain’s police forces because of their racist overtones… the phrase originates from the 18th century slave trade and refers to the detritus left behind in the holdContinue reading “Offended and Upset”

Getting Down To The Nitty Gritty

I’ve heard this phrase used several times recently… One dictionary definition: ‘If people get down to the nitty-gritty of a matter, situation, or activity, they discuss the most important, basic parts of it or facts about it.’ I’ve been reading about ancient Jewish sacrifices… If you broke the Jewish law it might have been accidentally;Continue reading “Getting Down To The Nitty Gritty”

Asking The Wrong Questions

Monday was cold and raining. I cycled to our Men’s Shed and got soaked. Something was odd… things looked different. ‘Are you OK?’ asked John. ‘I think so,’ I said; I knew things weren’t quite right. I asked myself, ‘Are you OK?’ John and I had both asked the wrong question. The question should haveContinue reading “Asking The Wrong Questions”

I Need Crossbars

Reading Exodus 26 – the instructions for making the tabernacle – the portable house of worship – a symbol of God’s presence with Israel. Skilfully woven blue, purple and scarlet curtains with pictures of cherubim worked into them were hung on wooden frames with silver bases and crossbars made of acacia wood…   Musing… ‘crossbars’…Continue reading “I Need Crossbars”

Putting the ‘Age’ in ‘Haulage’

Yesterday’s paper told of 90 year old trucker Brian Wilson who’s been driving HGVs for 70 years. Last month he passed his annual medical; he still works 5 days a week. The headline was ‘Trucker, 90, puts the ‘age’ in haulage’. Tuesday afternoon I was reading with cup of coffee in my hand. I noddedContinue reading “Putting the ‘Age’ in ‘Haulage’”