07/09/03
Just back from the naked-Greek arena* and my legs feel like jelly; the last trip to a qualified physio left me with the knowledge that I must not run for at least six weeks in order for my injury to heal; aggravate it now and I could cause permanent scarring which, in turn, might mean an operation. This is no biggie in terms of fitness, as I can cycle lightly, swim and do leg exercises - plenty this morning, hence the jelly - in the gym, but part of me died at the news, as running is one of my all-time favourite releases, and really keeps the stress, lethargy and excess energies at bay.
Yesterday saw a couple of us fishing on the River Cam; the weather was perfect for it, though we were somewhat underdressed, but the fish really didn't agree. Even the angling competition that was going on downstream looked depressing. Today is all sunshine and warmth, so we're trying again, in a different, more secluded location. Fingers crossed that someone will catch at least one fish. Most of my friends don't enjoy fishing - it's boring/it's not "very gay" - but if you like reading or chatting, and doing something therapeutic at the same time, then this is an ideal sport.
And hey, remember the singing bowls? I got up at 0500 this morning to see to an auction on eBay that I had been watching, and got this beauty for £22.00 from Nepal. She's 7" across, weighs 685 grams (that's 1 lb 8.2 oz), is way older than I am by a couple of sums, and is worth £80 on the Western market. God bless the internet - if only children were so easy to acquire.
* the gym
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Children? O.o
Yes, good eating.
Perhaps I shouldn't have asked...
Nice weather we're having isn't it?
What a fine purchase! Guess when you tire of the bowl (or, if you tire of it), you can re-sell it for a nice profit. It's a win/win situation, yes?
Hmm, I sense diversionary tactics.
That would be my hope Corin, though things like this are hard to part with; our house has a mixed Eurasian décor, so it would make a nice addition as my own contribution to the interior, whether or not I wanted it for personal use.
That's all very well, but what about the children? Got any good recipes?
Look! Over your shoulder! Zebras!
And apparently my distraction worked all too well...
I don't know how you got that thing into the building, but it made a right mess of my laboratory.
I couldn't locate a good recipe for child, but have a fantastic recipe for beef-brisket filled ravioli with spicy lamb sausage ragu - child could easily be substituted into this recipe in place of the beef.
Note to serials and psychos - I'm really not being serious here.
I'm sure even the most insane psycho would have recognized that as a joke: child would *clearly* work much better in place of the lamb sausage.
Funny, I always found the meat too friable to be of any use in a ragu, but I do like to slow cook the sauces for three to four hours, which may be why my results are largely unsatisfactory. Lamb is also cheaper and lacks the legal uncertainties, allowing a more thorough enjoyment of the culinary experience.