I have just picked up via Drudge that our very own Independent has an item concerning a test one can take which will tell you how long you have to live. Is there anyone out there who would pay 10p let alone the approximately £400 being asked to learn that dismal 'fact'? I place inverted commas around the word 'fact' because of course no matter how clever this blood test might be it will take no account of the No: 62 bus which is likely to finish you off when you least expect it! But who, in their right mind, would wish for even a hint as to their final day? I realise that some unfortunates with dreadful illnesses are forced, more or less, to acknowledge their approaching demise, but those, like me, at the peak of physical fitness - have I mentioned my regular swimming habits? - oh, no need to be rude! - are quite convinced that we are here forever. As I keep reminding 'SoD', I am determined to be a burden. I think that on this occasion the current jargon phrase is most appropriate - too much information!
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