Ha ha, I hear a lot of ppl under 50 complaining about the same thing and it's a lifestyle choice that's easily changeable.. plenty of jobs out there that don't involve screen work and just have to put the phone down in the evening and do something else, but it involves some effort and self-control.
Beverley Ladies Day tomorrow. 30 degrees by racing start, still 25 at 8.... what could possibly go wrong....
One for the maths geeks (or perfectionist chefs!) How to slice an onion and get the most uniformly sized pieces… https://pudding.cool/2025/08/onions/
An Irish daughter had not been home for over 5 years. Upon her return, her Father cursed her heavily. 'Where have ye been all this time, child? Why did ye not write to us, not even a line? Why didn't ye call? Can ye not understand what ye put yer old Mother through?' The girl, crying, replied, Dad... I became a prostitute.' 'Ye what!? Get out a here, ye shameless harlot! Sinner! You're a disgrace to this Catholic family.' 'OK, Dad... as ye wish. I only came back to give mum this luxurious fur coat, title deed to a ten bedroom mansion, plus a 5 million savings certificate. For me little brother, this gold Rolex. And for ye Daddy, the sparkling new Mercedes limited edition convertible that's parked outside plus a membership to the country club ... (takes a breath) ... and an invitation for ye all to spend New Year's Eve on board my new yacht in the Riviera.' 'What was it ye said ye had become?' says Dad. Girl, crying again, 'A prostitute, Daddy!.' 'Oh! My Goodness! Ye scared me half to death, girl! I thought ye said a Protestant! Come here and give yer old Dad a hug !!!