Potzamoney!

Brian, who has become very news conscious in recent weeks and not always in relation to the progress of the Icesave reimbursement, has pointed out to me a snippet about preparations for the 2012 Olympics. Apparently, pot plants, as opposed to flower bouquets, will be presented to medal winners. Not only is this deemed to be more "green" but has the added advantage that the potted plants should last longer, possibly even long enough to be taken back in triumph to the home country ( import restrictions may apply). You will not be surprised to hear that I have a better idea which is not only even greener but also more in tune with the spirit of the"Austerity Games". If we must have flowers, let's have a number of tasteful artificial bouquets made up, present them to the Olympians for the duration of the medal ceremony only, then claw them back for the next lot. When the Shindig is over, let Boris' mum/wife/mistress pick her favourite for the mantelpiece and distribute the rest to local hospitals, nursing homes etc. Brilliant, though I say so myself.

Aldi treats of the week:

Tilapia (frozen fish counter - almost as good as any eaten in Texas)
Stollen Bites (Xmas goodies - delish)
Goat's cheese Curly Crackers (nibbles - very goaty)

Also coming this Thursday- and only/mainly for the girls - a "Swarowski Style Laptop" in pink or white. Yours for a very competitive £499.99 and co-incidentally to within 1p of the amount allocated to Daughter Number 3 by her employer for the purchase of "I T Equipment". "How cool is that, Miss?!"