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I am not a man of faith, but one must admire the local Anglican hierarchy for renting out a building right next to their local HQ (pictured above) to a nightclub that features events like "topless pool" and the Tasmanian leg of the "Miss Nude Australia Quest". It's that sort of thinking that will once again locate the church at the centre of people's lives!

It also represents an excellent example of value adding. You get the rent accrued through reckless debauchery, then hit the punters' guilt over all that filthy and wicked sin. Everybody wins.

Next up: wet t-shirt contests in the Holy font!

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kylie said…
i love the photo
20 June 2009 at 10:29
Kim said…
I laughed so hard! I can't decide which I love more about checking in on your blog, your great writing or your adorable sons' photogenic tendencies. Always a pleasure to view your shots and hear your thoughts.
-Kim
20 June 2009 at 12:47
Babzy.B said…
NIce shot and fun post :) have a nice weekend !
20 June 2009 at 17:15
MurciaDailyPhoto said…
Now this creates a doubt. To which of the two sites go? :) Relax the mind or heart. ;)
20 June 2009 at 17:36
yamini said…
You write in an awesome manner but more than the writing, it is ur wit that appeals the readers through the blog.
The photo is good. I like old buildings.
23 June 2009 at 15:31
Kris McCracken said…
Kim, it's been a slog of late.
24 June 2009 at 09:36
Kris McCracken said…
Babzy, it went okay.
24 June 2009 at 09:37
Kris McCracken said…
Yamini, it depends on the building. I can go either way.
24 June 2009 at 09:37
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