@AmandaB55744931 Long Covid Clinics were an attempt to give the impression that something was being done. An exercise of style over zero substance. A mechanism to hoover up allocated funding in exchange for meaningless platitudes.
A cruelty that provides false hope and delivers hopelessness.
@RobLooseCannon In a funny way, its very dereliction formed part of its appeal. There was an enigmatic sense of wonder about the place. Even without knowing its history, it inspired curiosity and a childlike sense of adventure.
A building that seemed alive.
Perhaps it was groaning after all.
@RobLooseCannon Peig was largely responsible for the the hatred of force fed Irish we all experienced in school.
The language became something to be endured rather than cherished.
It was rooted in misery.
I'm just going to put it out there.
Peig was an agent of The Crown.
Coat please π
@AmandaB55744931 The problem is the emission controls on modern cars are complex and prone to failure, especially on short journeys.
They're all a bit shite.
I prefer something old, reliable and easily serviceable from between 2008-2015. Petrol is definitely better for your needs.
@RobLooseCannon There's a concept in political science called "elite capture."
Basically it refers to the power and resources of a country or state concentrated in the hands of an incestuous cabal at the top of society. They use their power to syphon money from the taxpayers.
Classic example.
@midgeure1 Brilliant Midge.
I do hope The Voice holds up as you Serenade the audience in Vienna, a city famous for its Thin Walls. A good gig is where people Came to Dance. A bad one is where they All Stood Still.
Are you bringing a Quartet and doing it All in One Day?
I Lament not going.
@NewstalkFM What kind of bike weights more than 3500 kg?
A Range Rover weights 2500 kg.
I've seen this figure mentioned in multiple articles and nobody even raised an eyebrow.
Copy and paste statements including obvious ridiculous typos.
@RobLooseCannon The Green became a "kill box" in American military parlance. The only break they got was a cease fire so the park rangers could feed the ducks.
Mad stuff Ted!
@RobLooseCannon It played an interesting role in The 1916 Rising. A large number of Connolly's Irish Citizens Army took over the green and dug in. A disastrous tactical error as they were surrounded on all sides by high buildings which provided Crown Forces elevated overlapping firing positions