That was a weekend! Friday marked Halloween and my children wanted to go trick-or-treating. A first for me, those outside New Zealand May not realise that it's not a big deal here although is slowly gaining traction. They did well....I'm sure they will keep the dentists in business. Later that night my dog took a … Continue reading Monday mash….and decidedly negative thoughts
It's that time of year again...the World Series!! The 2 nation competition the competes to be world champions. Well, whatever. Call it what you will, it is a fascinating contest complete with hometown parochialism as the best two sides play each other in the best of seven series. First played for in 1903 the format … Continue reading The World Series…..of NPC Rugby??!
So Ted Bishop gets stood down as the president of the PGA of America because of a throw away line (lil girl) to loud mouth Ian Poulter. Really? You people are kidding me right? Apparently this sends a clear message that the PGA of America is against sexism and misogynistic behaviour. Outstanding PGA! Well done … Continue reading Over over over reaction?
I'm terribly sorry - I haven't posted this week due to a misbehaving tooth that culminated in the first stage of a root canal yesterday. Still, given the night I had Wednesday I have given anything to rid of the pain. Interestingly the only thing that provided any relief was sipping water and letting the … Continue reading Just Shut Up…No, Really, Shut Up
Just like a bad sequel I'm back to whinge about the standard of refereeing in saturday night's heart-stopper at Lang Park. Craig Joubert is widely regarded as the world's best whistle blower. I disagree. I would argue that he and his team of flag wavers have absolutely no feel for the game in front of … Continue reading Referee Induced Anger 2
As I watch my daughter do what can only be described as the cutest thing in the world - ballet for 3 year old girls - I hear conversations. No, I don't have voices in my head, well none that cause any great harm. Ash Dixon, the Magpies hooker has a daughter in the class … Continue reading Ballet happenings….
I read today the owner of the Toulon Rugby Club, Mourad Boudjellal, is taking the IRB to court seeking compensation for his players playing international rugby. He says the IRB is abusing it's power and that he is effectively paying for the international game for players like Bryan Habana. He is taking the IRB to … Continue reading And so it begins……
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