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Post by HURLOCK on May 22, 2007 10:49:43 GMT -1
Prime Minister Tony Blair was visiting a primary school and he visited one Of the classes. They were in the middle of a discussion related to words And their meanings. The teacher asked the Prime Minister if he would like To lead the discussion on the word "tragedy". So the illustrious leader Asked the class for an example of a "tragedy".
One little boy stood up and offered: "If my best friend, who lives on a Farm, is playing in the field and a tractor runs over him and kills him, that Would be a 'tragedy'"
"No," said Blair, "that would be an accident."
A little girl raised her hand: "If a school bus carrying fifty children Drove over a cliff, killing everyone inside, that would be a tragedy."
"I'm afraid not," explained the Prime Minister "That's what we would call a Great loss."
The room went silent. No other children volunteered. Tony searched the Room. "Isn't there someone here who can give me an example of tragedy?"
Finally, at the back of the room, a small boy raised his hand...In a quiet Voice he said: "If the aeroplane carrying you and Mrs Blair was struck by a "friendly fire" missile and blown to smithereens that would be a tragedy.
"Fantastic!" exclaimed Tony Blair. "That's right. And can you tell me why That would be a tragedy?"
"Well," says the boy "It has to be a tragedy, because it certainly wouldn't Be a great loss and it probably wouldn't be a f***ing accident either".
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Post by jh1980 on May 22, 2007 10:51:38 GMT -1
Mr Hurls, that, sir, is a damnably fine joke! ;D May I proffer an exalt?!
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Post by Stan on May 22, 2007 10:55:43 GMT -1
Mr Hurls, that, sir, is a damnably fine joke! ;D May I proffer an exalt?! I'm surprised that's the first time you've heard that joke Julio... especially being such a devout Blue...!
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Post by jh1980 on May 22, 2007 11:00:50 GMT -1
I'm surprised that's the first time you've heard that joke Julio... especially being such a devout Blue...! I've heard similar oh, and - SHUT IT YOU GREEN! ;D
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Post by Billy on May 22, 2007 11:02:16 GMT -1
Hello Jules, Stan
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Post by jh1980 on May 22, 2007 11:05:24 GMT -1
Top of the afternoon Billhelm!
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Post by Billy on May 22, 2007 11:07:52 GMT -1
HEE HEE HEE!!! How are you today?
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Post by jh1980 on May 22, 2007 11:10:53 GMT -1
Thoroughly excellent Billo... At home, supposedly working on a dissertation. I've done a little but I'm on an extended luncheon break!
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Post by Billy on May 22, 2007 11:12:02 GMT -1
I wish I was at home today Feeling a bit grumpy in actual fact...
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Post by jh1980 on May 22, 2007 11:14:06 GMT -1
I wish I was at home today Feeling a bit grumpy in actual fact... Aww! Don't be grumpy Billee! I suggest you get yourself a cushy public sector job and then get enrolled on some courses! ;D
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Post by Billy on May 22, 2007 11:16:26 GMT -1
Well I am gonna be grumpy - people at work pissing me off (Is there a grumpy mood icon thing?) Maybe I will try that!
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Post by jh1980 on May 22, 2007 11:19:46 GMT -1
Well I am gonna be grumpy - people at work pissing me off (Is there a grumpy mood icon thing?) Maybe I will try that! Awwwww! Get Jemma to give you a hug and cheer you up! There is a "moody" mood, which looks quite cool... I was on that for a bit yesterday!
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Post by Billy on May 22, 2007 11:21:08 GMT -1
I asked her and she won't, miserable bitch! She'll cybeer hug anyone off here but not her old pal and colleague BILLY. I might as well sharpen the razor blades as we speak
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Post by jh1980 on May 22, 2007 11:24:12 GMT -1
I asked her and she won't, miserable bitch! She'll cyber hug anyone off here but not her old pal and colleague BILLY. I might as well sharpen the razor blades as we speak Well Jemma, I think that's hugely cruel! He wasn't asking to disappear into the photocopying room with you! Noo! Don't hurt yourself Billy!!!
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Post by Billy on May 22, 2007 11:32:04 GMT -1
I have just been out for a ciggie - my first in ages now I have head rush so I feel a bit better She is cruel Jules
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Post by jh1980 on May 22, 2007 11:36:53 GMT -1
I have just been out for a ciggie - my first in ages now I have head rush so I feel a bit better She is cruel Jules Billy, Billy, Billy... the answer to your problems does not lie at the end of a cigarette butt! *lights ciggie!* Contentment can only be found within, my friend... *chinks cymbals* Ask again... just a teeny, tiny cuggle! Or maybe there's someone else there who could help you? Someone nicer?!
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Post by Neko Bazu on May 22, 2007 11:41:23 GMT -1
Billy, rest assured that if I were in the vicinity, I would offer my huggling services, as scant replacement as they may be
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Post by Billy on May 22, 2007 11:48:49 GMT -1
Yeah I know mate - I'm just really kinda unhappy with things atm for some reason, and I can't put my finger on why - I'm not feeling sorry for myself or owt but you know, I need a change of scene, somin to motivate me and get me out and about, rather than stuck in the office all day, every day.............
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Post by Neko Bazu on May 22, 2007 11:54:50 GMT -1
Yeah I know mate - I'm just really kinda unhappy with things atm for some reason, and I can't put my finger on why - I'm not feeling sorry for myself or owt but you know, I need a change of scene, somin to motivate me and get me out and about, rather than stuck in the office all day, every day............. I know what you mean, I've had times like that too. I suppose that's where I'm lucky with my job, in that occasionally I have to go and do some hands-on work somewhere, so I get a bit of variation. Just need something to give you a bit of variation and get you out of the same old rut, ne? You're like me; you like a bit of freedom and a chance to spread your wings now and then
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Post by Billy on May 22, 2007 11:58:53 GMT -1
yep Neko - variation is the key word Oh, and thanks for the offer - I may yet have to take you up on it!
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