Tag Archives: rugby
Soccer Squawker Knocker Shocker
AnElephantCant say he’s much good at soccer But there is no one but himself he can blame When he sees it in TV He always gets kinda queasy He considers it a totally ridiculous game He watches a host of … Continue reading
Monkeys in Trees – Līgo Haībun Challenge
AnElephantCant claim to have wisdom After all he is practically wild But even he can learn So his thoughts take a turn When he listens to the words of a child This week’s Līgo Haībun Challenge comes courtesy of the wonderful … Continue reading
Sports Agitated
AnElephantCant tell Americans about sports He figures you guys reckon you are pretty expert He knows some that are different In which you are less mellifluent Please do not take his lectures to heart You play all sorts of games … Continue reading
Eric Liddell, an appreciation
On this day in 1924 Eric Liddell, nicknamed the ‘Flying Scotsman’, refused to run in the heat of the 100 metres at the Paris Olympics because it fell on a Sunday. Liddell, who was favourite for the gold medal, had … Continue reading