Which of these two announcements will not have you bleeding from the ears? Now I have pointed this out to you, you will hear it all over the place. Option 1 Good morning ladies and gentlemen. We do welcome you on board this Anonymous Airlines flight to Brisbane. We do want to get away on time, so … Continue reading do be do be do
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can I just grab…?
Standing in a queue for takeaway coffee, the person in front of me orders: "Can I just grab a large skinny flat white?". Dining with friends or colleagues, it is not unusual for at least one person to say "Can I grab the wagyu beef and a glass of shiraz?". This manner of ordering or requesting service rarely, … Continue reading can I just grab…?
irish christmas songs
Well, I am not sure if you are expecting Daniel O'Donnell or Enya, but here are some of the best Irish Christmas tunes of recent years. Christmas Countdown – Frank Kelly: those of you who are not Irish will know Frank Kelly as Father Jack from Father Ted. Worth listening right to the end, just … Continue reading irish christmas songs
christmas in the city
Part two of my Christmas song odyssey - tunes that are perfect for Christmastime in the city. We have no sleigh-rides and often no snow, even in the northern hemisphere. Christmas In The City – Mary J. Blige: this reminds me of driving home from Lygon Street on a hot and steamy Christmas Eve night with Mena, the … Continue reading christmas in the city
Máiréad Doyle 