Author Archives: odeboyz

The Birth of Northern Ireland, 1921

Posted on May 21, 2020 by odeboyz

Ireland’s unique colony-plus status was established in 1801 as a response to the 1798 rebellion. Conflicts during the 19th and early 20th century led to the successful Irish War of Independence, which culminated in the 1921 peace treaty. Northern Ireland … Continue reading →

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A tragic deathbed scene

Posted on May 18, 2020 by odeboyz

Jake was on his deathbed with his wife, Susan, by his side. He looked up and his pale lips began to move slightly. “My darling Susan,” he whispered. “Hush, my love. Rest. Don’t talk.” He was insistent. “Susan, I have … Continue reading →

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There’s no stupidity vaccine

Posted on May 18, 2020 by odeboyz

                                                125,500 UK dead every year  

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Bartender Joke

Posted on May 14, 2020 by odeboyz

A priest, a rabbi, and a Baptist minister walk into a bar. The bartender looked at them and says, “Tell me the joke. If it’s any good the first drink is on the house.”

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Tower Cumulus in the USA

Posted on May 14, 2020 by odeboyz
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A visit to Aunty Hilda’s, 1949

Posted on May 14, 2020 by odeboyz

In 1949 I lived in the stark secure world of north London. Being five years old I didn’t realise that differences in living conditions could be enormous. My two brothers and I lived in a large ten room house in … Continue reading →

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Designer wine drinking

Posted on May 11, 2020 by odeboyz
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Book Review: Michael Bollen ~ Earth Inc. (2008)

Posted on May 11, 2020 by odeboyz

When I first read this in 2008 I hugged myself with delight, took careful note of the author’s name and waited for the next display of brilliance. I’m still waiting. He’s a one hit wonder like Procol Harum’s A Whiter … Continue reading →

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Please take care of our trees

Posted on May 11, 2020 by odeboyz

No-one seems to care What tree, stand here or there Elm, Willow, Ash or Oak Care can’t be said for city folk.  Urban sprawl, shows development blight Green gives way, – concrete sweeps unrelenting Grey tentacles of concrete, mocks the … Continue reading →

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Robin Williams on divorce

Posted on May 7, 2020 by odeboyz

“Ah, yes, divorce, from the Latin word meaning to rip out a man’s genitals through his wallet.” Ray H.

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