Gary Strachan – "Write" Said Fred
Whimsical observations from deep within an erratic mind
Yesterday was St Patrick's Day - For the second consecutive year, courtesy of coronavirus, Ireland's drinking hostelries were remain closed on Paddy's Day. The spiteful pathogen depriving likeminded Irish revellers of the euphoria afforded by celebrations in packed pubs. According to a Celtic acquaintance of mine, 17th March (St Patrick's Day) is the supposed day... Continue Reading →
Last Saturday the Irish provided my afternoon entertainment when their national rugby team comfortably beat the Italians 63-10, in Rome. Fast forward seven days to yesterday, and my Saturday afternoon enjoyment was similarly provided by natives of the Emerald Isle. This time, though, it wasn’t rugby players Earls, Heaslip, O’Brien et al exhibiting their undoubted skills. Instead... Continue Reading →