So there I was, arm hooked up to the machine, watching my plasma swirl away into a bag while the morning news dribbled across the screen like a bad fever dream. And what were they showing? A "riot" in Melbourne, allegedly. The sort of riot where the real thugs wear body armour, carry pepper spray and look like they just walked off the set of RoboCop. The people they were beating? A ragtag crew of teenagers and old hippies—probably fresh out of a drum circle, still smelling of patchouli. But sure, let's call it a riot. Now, here's where it really gets good. I mentioned this spectacle to a few people later, thinking maybe they'd share my outrage or, at the very least, give a damn. But no. What did I get instead? A smirk, a chuckle, and—oh, the pièce de résistance—"You should really just let it go." Let it go? Yeah, let me uncork a nice, overpriced cup of coffee, sit back with my legs crossed, and soak in the latest reality TV trash. Why bother caring when ...
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Congratulations with your more than 700 photos!!
I am so glad to be looking at all his photos and reading your commentary.
P.S: India is set to force a follow-on upon Australia :-)
Thought of just rubbing it in. :-D
Tania, he was a big ‘un alright.
Blognote, thanks very much, I shall endeavour to find more time to spend on those comments, I’m a bit stretched at the moment.
Priyanka, I reckon that it will wind up another dull draw.
Henry’s birthday is on Thursday. In his honour, they have declared it a public holiday. They’ve even decided to call that day “family day” at the Royal Hobart Show. His actual party will be on Sunday though. I intend to get photos.
April, they are exactly the right words!