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8th March 2023, 06:19 PM
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It had to happen
The story we all were told at sea, as to why the Arabs had those big baggy crutches in their trousers, maybe they knew something while we were all taking the p***.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-64893170
I've come to the conclusion that i am glad i am approaching my time on this planet, what the hell will it be like in another 50 years ?, the mind boggles.
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8th March 2023, 09:20 PM
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Re: It had to happen
Keith. I think man-kind is hell bent on the destruction of the human race. Not content with the covid debacle, the mad Chinese scientists are still at it.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-50944461
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8th March 2023, 10:38 PM
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Re: It had to happen
#1 The only story I knew reference to the baggy pants Keith was .....Question “ Why does an Arab wear baggy pants ?” Answer “ Because it is written in their Holy Book that Man that is born off Man will live forever, and the baggy pants are to catch it “ . JS
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8th March 2023, 10:44 PM
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Thats the story that i heard John, and the one i referred to, get well soon mate. kt
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8th March 2023, 11:42 PM
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Re: It had to happen
One thing Bill, The Chinese Govt jailed him for three years and slapped on a huge fine, the Jap Govt probably gave their a medal.
Des
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9th March 2023, 05:24 AM
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That is it, no more eggs for me.


Happy daze John in Oz.
Life is too short to blend in.
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9th March 2023, 08:54 AM
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Re: It had to happen
Yo john didnt see you back aboard .......hope your getting sorted now....the prob is our old bodies take longer to get back on an even keel .....hope your back home .....poor gwen lol .......cheers and respects R683532 CAPPY
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