The Marmalade King strikes again: Yes indeed, the reason for this late start to the Sunday Rumble is because I spent the morning making marmalade. Well, actually, it only took about an hour but still when a cuisinary genius such as myself takes on a job it is exhausting. And no, thank you for asking, I didn't actually peel the oranges myself and nor did I crush the left-over fruit. That is the sort of thing I leave to my sous-chef, Mr. Hartley. He's awfully good, you know, every kitchen should have one:
He does all the boring stuff where-as I take on the creative side of the process, you know, like adding water and sugar and stirring. You have no idea of the finesse required. But my most important task comes at the end when I add an egg-cup full of whisky to the mix - sublime! Of course, after pouring the mixture into the jam-pots a long wait ensues to find out whether we can actually spread it on our toast - or drink it because it has stubbornly refuse to solidify. That, of course, is Mr. Hartley's fault not mine!
ADDITIONAL: It has now set so hard that I'm thinking of putting it on sticks so we can chew it!
Now there will be a 'lorra, lorra tears': Cilla Black has died and has the distinction of being one of the few pop stars I actually remember. I also have a vague idea that she belted out some good songs which helped me smooch various ladies from time to time. Also, despite all the show biz hoopla, she came across as a very nice woman and as far as I know went through her life without a hint of scandal. Thanks for the memories!
Is there more to Jeremy Corbyn than we think? Like most Tories (big 'T' and little 't') I was all for cheering on 'Karl' Corbyn to a huge win in the Labour leadership election but I did so without really thinking he would make it. Now it looks increasingly as though he will win - big time! 'Goodie!' is my first re-action because that should keep Labour out for twenty years. But will it? I can't help wondering just how widespread this mass juvenilia has become. The sort of economic and social tripe which Corbyn spouts, and which the likes of Russell Brand echo, has great appeal to those with simple minds, and they are everywhere today, from the Trade Unions to the BBC and The Guardian. Dread thought!
Meanwhile, 'over there': The almost exact mirror image is taking shape, as the always astute Janet Daly points out in The Telegraph. Instead of a 'loony Leftie' they have a 'rabid Rightie' in the form of the ludicrous Donald Trump who seems set to capture the Republican party. Well, if you have a simple message then you will easily capture the simple vote!
Humbuggery and cant: An absolutely first class example is on offer from the Salon Media Group 'over there'. This is a Leftie group whose editorial policy is always to support trade unions and to attack ferociously the likes of Gov. Walker of Wisconsin who thrashed his local public (non)service unions. As reported by Liberty Unyielding, the Salon management have refused to recognise the union chosen by their own staff. File this under "You couldn't make it up". Hat tip to IHTM.
Big Brother Gates is watching YOU: According to a report at Zero Hedge, the new 'Windows 10' system has 42 pages of very detailed terms and conditions and hidden in there is their policy of watching and logging everything your write and everyone you contact. They make clear that they have the right to share this information with third parties. It's OK with me but I accept no responsibility for anyone dying of boredom reading my internet record. And actually, if they follow my frequent visits to my regular e-pal, Miss Whiplash, she will be awfully grateful for even more visitors to her site!
No more rumbles today
David I was never fond of marmalade although my ma and English granny loved it. My ma used to post the Peoples Friend and marmalade to my sister when she lived in England with her footballer husband.
Cilla was around during the sixties and that was the best time ever for music although the fifties were OK. I seem to recall that Cilla and Dione Warwick had Anyone who had a Heart in the Charts at the same time.
If Labour split if Corbyn gets in then that is fine with me. I will withdraw my membership after many years. I will not support a party that supports a man that has given credence to terrorists and religious fanatics. Other than that enjoy your toast and marmalade David.
Posted by: jimmy glesga | Sunday, 02 August 2015 at 16:30
My domestic advisor suggests that you should have reduced the amount of water to compensate for the whiskey. As her version is excellent she may be right.
I am hoping that Mr Corbyn is elected leader of Labour. Imagine the sheer fun of watching him and them. And maybe, for the first time in many years, we will get a real choice!
Posted by: Backofanenvelope | Sunday, 02 August 2015 at 16:57
BOF. Just get Jar from the local shop. Saves the wife time washing the dishes.
Posted by: jimmy glesga | Sunday, 02 August 2015 at 18:19
Your splendid wife has a keen set of priorities, I see, BOE - cut down on the water but lay on the whisky!
Posted by: David Duff | Sunday, 02 August 2015 at 18:33