Tag Archives: soccer

Fair Sphere – Sunday Photo Fiction

Posted on September 21, 2014 by AnElephantCant

 AnElephantCant always be well behaved He often gets into all sorts of trouble He does nothing too grievous But he can be mischievous He apologises for bursting the bubble This is a weekly invitation to write a short piece of … Continue reading →

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Soccer Squawker Knocker Shocker

Posted on November 15, 2013 by AnElephantCant

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 →

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Ticket to Ride – Alastair’s Photo Fiction

Posted on October 27, 2013 by AnElephantCant

AnElephantCant quite make out this picture He thinks it may be the reflection of a bus He decides to stick with it It is just the ticket So he writes a funny story without any fuss This is a weekly … Continue reading →

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Monkeys in Trees – Līgo Haībun Challenge

Posted on August 11, 2013 by AnElephantCant

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 →

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Superbowl XLVII – AnElephant’s Eye

Posted on February 3, 2013 by AnElephantCant

AnElephantCant quite believe it He’s in the US on Superbowl Sunday He does not travel far The nearest Sports Bar The game lasts almost until Monday It’s the climax of the whole Football season The Cup Final the World Championship … Continue reading →

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David Versus Goliath – Round Two

Posted on November 10, 2012 by AnElephantCant

AnElephantCant claim to like fitba’ That’s soccer in the US of A But on Wednesday night To great Scottish delight Something happened to make him say hooray Now Celtic the best team in Scotland Played Barcelona the best in the … Continue reading →

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Europe vs USA – This Time it’s Nonsensical

Posted on October 25, 2012 by AnElephantCant

AnElephantCant claim to be sporty His hand/eye co-ordination is rank He can’t run or jump On a bike he’s a chump But he can take on the world at petanque AnElephantCant win many contests But believe us at this he … Continue reading →

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Pale Ryder and A Man With a Name

Posted on October 2, 2012 by AnElephantCant

Speaking as a Scot, a European, and an avowed Francophile, AnElephantCant refrain from commenting briefly on this weekend’s Ryder Cup competition. Where the Europeans recovered from a seemingly impossible position to defeat the mighty USA. AnElephant offers sympathy and commiserations … Continue reading →

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