morning,
Is it safe to emerge from my hut?
All this talk of duels
And all these strange people?
second thoughts-I'll stay within.
Mr Lee,
By the way, are you the father of Bruce Lee? I only ask because I was thrown out of the the Hammersmith 'Dragon King' last week and they still have my credit card. I thought Bruce might be able to put in a good foot, sorry word, for me, and get it back. It is an egg Card and might well be bacteriologically challenged by now.
M.
It's not the winning its the taking part.
(Quote: Sir Alex Ferguson)
Actually, I dont agree with all this condemnation of Unicorn Poo: let me tell you it's REALLY useful stuff.
For example, a farmer friend of mine keeps a few Unicorn for the soul purpose of collecting their poo. When he's running late, and spreading muck in the dark, he just mixes a barrow of nice glittery Unicorn Poo with all the normal poo in his spreader and he can see exactly where the stuff is landing, even in total darkness. He has also diversified his farm business and now takes his spreader out for Bonfire Night, New Years Eve, Weddings etc-he finds he can undercut the fireworks people quite easily yet still put on a more colourful display.
It's also liked by fishermen: they hunt among it for the worms which have been eating away at it. Apparently, not only can you see exactly where your hook is at night, but fish find them irresistible..
But, biggest demand of all is from the mushroom growers: they plant their spores on it and get really 'magic' mushrooms.
So, don't knock it: if you don't want it, I'll bring me barrow round.
Not now children... :cry: :cry: :cry:
Mr FC,
I hope you find this message tied to the leg of a sparrow I have trapped in my Tin shed. I have spoken to the little fellow in my best poet's voice, and I'm sure he will find his target. I have been watching your jolly antics through my binoculars and, to be frank, all the food and drink I see being consumed has brought me over all queasy. You will be aware that ,as a poet, I am only allowed to eat and drink when there is a Z in the month; I am indeed, very hungry. I just wondered, might you throw am odd crust-or indeed a normal crust-towards my galvanised abode? I have no money, but I'm sure that it's only a matter of time before the BBC buy one of my poems for Radio 4? I'll surely pay you back then, with interest of course.
I hate to beg, but, the rumbling in my tummy is beginning to disturb the local wildlife.
Yours in anticipation
Montmorency
I am of course vegetarian, so please cut the fat off any meat you send....
Dear Mr Dave J,
I have held off breaking this news to you, but I fear that your racing 'Greyhound' is not what you believe him to be. May I make the suggestion that you do not feed him whilst wearing skins of dead bears on your head: this is likely to excite him beyond all reasonable limits and could cause him to rush off to the nearest brass band event, never to be seen again. Also, if you examine those splendid 'ears', I think you might find they are actually horns.
So, what can you do with him? Well, he will still race, but only if 'Lillibollereo' is played 'fortissimo' in the background. You might also wish to scream 'Shun!' and bash your boots on the ground to make him feel at home. however, overall, I feel it is a lost cause, and you are doomed to be disappointment. I suggest you cut your losses and take him to your nearest Kebab House, where they would welcome him as an honored guest, giving him the best place at the table Indeed, he will end up on the table. You will then be free to pursue the keeping ofanother 'pet'. I jusdt wonder if you are very experienced at this 'animal keepng', I enclose copies of 'Five go Mad at Whipsnade' and 'Harry Potter and the Zookeeper's Boot'. they might well help you in your quest to be a keeper of animals,
M
Mr DaveJ,
Sir,
I am out of my tin shed for the third time in two days, which is far too much human contact for any self respecting poet to countenance. However, I am mortified by the loss of your noble steed, and erstwhile companion, the now legendary 'Malcolm'. I first heard of his sad demise on the late news, when Trevor McDonald outlined the day's events. I understand that Michael Buerk is trying to contact you with a view to a '999' special: 'Death Donkey'. I believe that some one called Crowe, Australian chap with sandals, sword and an attitude, is lined up to play Mr DaveJ. Several members of 'Swinging Heaven' have lined up to play Malcolm, claiming their ample blessings in the nether regions being qualification enough to play a donkey.
But, be that as it may, I feel responsible for the tribulations you have endured; t'were it not for my blatantly ignoring the strict guidelines on revealing secrets of 'Romany Antics', all this might never have happened. As it happens, I sold a short ditty today, and, believing that your 'reins' were the problem, proceeded to 'Mothercare' and bought you a more suitable set. Alas, they will now not be required.
But, I may be able to help you in the matter of your latest aquisition. He does indeed sound a terrific specimen; no doubt he was sold to you as an 'Afghan Hound', but, his colouring has me worried. Now, I happen to know that dogs,of any breed, are somewhat scarce in Afghanistan and I am beginning to worry about this chap. Tell me, have you noticed that Mrs DaveJ's washing has begun to disappear from the line, or been found half -chewed in a pile of droppings? Have you noticed that your new dog has a small beard, rather like certain well known Elizabethan playwrights? Would I be right in thinking that your new dog is able to climb steep (vertical) slopes with unexpected aplomb? Does he get very edgy when the window cleaner calls and pulls out the old Chamois Leather, and does he then make strange bleating noises that, to an untrained ear, sound something like'cousin'? Mmmm. I have a sneaking feeling that this type of 'dog' will never appear at Crufts-unless in one of the Kebabs sold by some of the more dubious vendors.
In order to prove my theory as to his 'provenance', I need to conduct a test:
Can you take him to your local 'rickety-rackety' bridge. Loose him off his leash. Listen carefully: if you hear 'trippety-trap, trippety-trap', and are approached by an ugly little fellow by the name of Mr Troll, then I fear that my theory is correct.
Until then, I will wait to hear from you.
Montmorency
Mr Dave J,
i am only allowed one trip outside Poetry Corner per day-and this is it. Rather than take pleasure, I have come post-haste to offer you some advice. As you may know, we poets are pretty romantic, some of us actual studied Romany Antics ( a rare branch of philosophy involving dodgy deals , caravans and setting records for uninvited holidays on other people's land). However, one element of the course was 'Horse Whispering'-that ancient and mystical art, only known to swarthy blokes with a trilby hat and Transit pick-up, and, luckily, me.
Now, I do fear that your horse may be less horse than some, but no matter, if he was good enough to carry Val Doonican's mate , Mr Delaney, he'll do.
Now approach Malcolm very slowly, with a nonchalant air-do not approach with a nonchalant Hare, this does not work. This is a seperate strand of Romany Antics called 'Coursing'. Once close enough, casually lean over to Malcolm-left side, Mr Dave J, it MUST be the left hand side! The Romany Antic instructors were adamant about this. Now, when you have his undivided attention, whisper into his ear, either of two secret words which are guaranteed to make horse/donkey/ass/ onager/ whatever, run like a lead cat in a dog-sled team. Im not supposed to tell you, but, I can't abide to see a man in trouble....
The words are
'France' and ' Salami'
This will terrify the beast into warp speed
The phrase 'Hugh Fearnly-Whittingstall' can be added as an extra boost.
I do hope this little tip is of use. If you need any more help, I can be found in the tin shed that is the Poetry Corner
Goodbye
Montmorency
Montmorency says 'hello'
May I join you? Stay awhile?
Your antics here make quite a show
You lift my spirits, make me smile.
A travelling wordsmith
I'll not tarry, rest my head
Then move along,
But until then, I'll go where led
And join your happy, smiling throng.
Montmorency