Oh and as far as presents go, for the second time in a row, my wife has bought me a CD I can take or leave, certainly not one I identify with or care about.
The first was the Eagles compilation for my birthday, and this latest was a Van Morrison Best Of.
I actually already have them, as there have been innumerable "Best Of" compilations from both of these artists, and though I'm not against the artists concerned, I've certainly never dropped hints that a Van The Man album was my preferred gift this year. When I opened the Eagles prezzie, there was a hush around the room as my sons held their heads in their hands.
"Mmm...Thanks" says I
"I TOLD you to get The Who, mum!" says Ciaran.
I'm sure she's trying to tell me something.
I got her a silver and gold pen engraved with her name and two hearts. I'm going to get my girlfriend something nice too, when I get a girlfriend, which will be soon.
