Thursday, 19 February 2009

Congratulations



I understand that congratulations are in order. It's been many years since I last watched the Brit Awards (may have been the memorable Mick Fleetwood/Samanatha Fox fiasco), but my daughter Knutt informs me that Duffy picked up three prizes, including one for best album Rockferry.
Jim Duffy (pictured above with his award) was a wholehearted if limited footballer, a fairly 'duff' manager and an unremarkable football pundit, so it's delightful to see a change of career has paid dividends. Well played, Jim!

Home Sweet Home Sweet Home

Home Secretary Jacqui Smith is in trouble over her second home allowance claims. Now you may have though that the Home Secretary, of all people, would at least be clear about where she actually lives, but with all the pressure heaped on the shoulders of cabinet ministers just now surely it's quite understandable that a person can get confused? Haven't you ever forgot where you live? Could happen to any of us ...
Incidentally Jacqui Smith should not be confused with Liverpool FC legend Tommy Smith (pictured above, top). One is a no-nonsense, hard as nails, tough tackling bruiser who put the fear of God into terrified opponents, the other is ....
Hope that clears up any confusion. We're here to help!

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