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Saturday, 03 July 2004

Marine Beheaded?

The captive Marine is claimed to have been beheaded. If true, this could be the worst mistake the rebels have ever made. Marines really don’t take well to the deaths of their own. I am reminded of the tale of a pair in one of the Banana Wars in the early 20th century (Nicaragua, perhaps?) who walked into the enemy camp disguised only in ponchos, shot the enemy leader dead and cut out his heart—all to avenge their captain. The (possible) murderers of this Marine stated, Pull your military and you'll be safe; it’s their safety they should be concerned about.

Bond Camera

At last, someone has hidden a digital camera inside a Zippo! How extremely cool—how very clever. I can't say that it’d be very useful, but man would it be sweet to own. Talk about a geek toy!

Oh Happy Day!

Oh happy day; oh joyous time! Today while leaving my condo, I discovered a ten dollar note lying in the street, with no-one about whom it may have belonged to. Out of nowhere, I suddenly find myself $10 richer. Perhaps I shall buy an island…


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