A sixty something male, happily settled with two adult brats and my rock of common sense. I've worked at lots of jobs, done lots of things, had many experiences hairy and otherwise and have met some really interesting people in my life as well as a fair share of pricks too. I have witnessed change, some of it just for the sake of it and I hope this blog will communicate the "how it was" as well as the "how it might all turn out." I am a libertarian, mildly catholic, strongly christian and I like to practice what I preach. I hope you enjoy my observations and some of them serve you well in your life.
If I say that cervical cancer articles are smeared all of the paper this week and last, Irish readers will know I am talking about the HSE, or Health and Safety Executive. There would appear to be a huge disconnect … Continue reading →
A big headline but a simple conundrum. In January, the Journal reported that, “State takes in nearly €51 billion in record year for tax collection.” OK so far? In a sub heading they add that, “Including the sale of 29% … Continue reading →
Last August 13th, 2017, I penned a piece I called “MY STORY – BOATEL OBJECTION.” It concerned a proposed floating hotel for Cork called “My Story.” Two likely Irish lads proposed buying this boatel and sitting on the River Lee … Continue reading →
I like to write about what interests me and I can only hope that you like the variety of my interests. This article is about football and money and if either floats you boat, read on. Professional football all over … Continue reading →