There used to be a sit-com made in England called The Likely Lads, about two guys who had a bit of difficulty leaving their past behind them and growing up. In one classic episode, they have a bet with someone. They have to get through a whole day without hearing the result of the England [...]
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Alan Furst and the Likely Lads
Posted in Fiction, France, books, literature, proverbs, writing on October 16, 2007 | 1 Comment »
Two quotes
Posted in proverbs, quotes on July 12, 2007 | Leave a Comment »
“It is impossible to read the daily press without being diverted from reality. You are full of enthusiasm for the eternal verities—life is worth living, and then out of sinful curiosity you open a newspaper. You are disillusioned and wrecked.” – Patrick Kavanagh.
I find something consoling in this quote – perhaps it’s the solace of [...]
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