Kerry GAA

Last Sunday, and the week before that, my blood boiled as I watched Cork play Kerry. I will admit I have such a loathing for Kerry but their style of play, to me, is unacceptable. Every team commit fouls, but those committed by the Kingdom have a most definite cynicism about them.  Watch out for dirty tackles by the likes of Donaghy in the semi-circle. It prevents a likely goal, but yet no penalty is awarded. I fully believe that the physical side of football must remain in the game, but some fouls are just unacceptable. Think Darragh O'Sé.

I also have a problem with the attitude of some of the players. Paul Galvin is one name that quickly comes to mind. Fighting with fellow players is one thing, but disrespecting the officials is despicable. The manner in which Galvin treated that referee was sickening, and he deserves a far more severe punishment than what he got away with. Sometimes I find myself wondering what Pat O'Shea actually teaches them...

Finally I would like to commend the Cork footballers. The belief and spirit they showed when playing Kerry was inspiring. The players are superb at what they do, and it was just unlucky that they couldn't manage to play the whole game like they did the end. I want to thank them, on behalf of supporters everywhere, for giving us hope, as well as joy. And perhaps next year, we will be rightfully acknowledged as an iconic GAA county.

It's easy for Kilkenny to be the best hurlers when it's the only sport they play, and likewise for Kerry with the football. I am proud to be a true Corkonian, and how could I fulfil my duties if I didn't take this opportunity to say to Kerry that you are the most hated county in Ireland.

Not that I'm bitter or anything.

Google Chrome

The new Browser from Google is an absolute dream. I heard it was a bit bare, and took getting used to, but I doubt I'll ever go back to Internet Explorer. The main advantage for me is the increased speed. It's amazing. And in true Google fashion, it's simple but effective. There's no unnecessary toolbars or icons. It is, for me, the perfect internet experience.

Rock on Google, even if you are taking over the world.

Flag Day

So, guess what I spent my day doing? In town, raising much needed funds for the RNLI Lifeboats. I started out at 10 a.m. in my yellow bib and armed with my boat-shaped collection box and roll of stickers. And, woah, it's tiring. I probably said "Support the Lifeboats please" about 500 times...crazy. But, on the plus side, I got the day off school! And then we visited our favourite security guard as we stood outside in the pissing rain, and he gazed out at us, dry and warm. I swear to God, I so need new Dubes. Mine just soaked up the water like a sponge and my feet were in agony. I bought the second part of a long overdue birthday present and got on the bus, welcomed by a sweet 70c fare, all thanks to a uniform. 

God I hate the weather.