Double Whammy (David)
It was a bloody windy day today.
Having spent most of my time at uni today indoors, I was kept ignorant of the chaos outside. Well I soon found out the hard way.
I got back from work just a few hours ago so I will keep this nice and short.
Basically – sudden downpour – torrential winds – wet arse – girls expressing their fear of rain in their typical ‘lets make sure everyone can hear us’ manner – trams become a rare commodity during peak hour – tiny doorways – human instinct – selfishness – kids to feed – bills to pay – pushin’ n shovin’ – sardines (I prefer mackerels) in oil – drenched hair/clothes/bags/every bloody thing – can’t raise hand to dry face – satchel defending genitals from sharp objects/bags/body parts – sudden halt by tram driver – dominos but none fell cos there was no space to fall into – utter chaos – expletives and unbearable high pitched screeches – 30min of fogged windows – dead fish smell from wool – parole granted as tram stops at MC.
It’s not everyday you are on a tram where everyone looks like a wet orangutan but despite all the discomfort, it was one of those moments where you turn to the stranger next to you and laugh and possibly make out with.
I had to get from uni to Melbourne Park for work
1 destination
2 trams
60 bloody minutes
I thought that was bad. When I arrived at work, I realised it was Celine Dion’s concert that night.
It got worse. Guess who was supporting her?
Anthony – effing – Callea*. I had to endure their ‘voices’ for 3 effing hours.
I mean seriously, forget lifesavers, I reckon I deserve a bravery medal for that.
Ok, this is my first blog for 2008 and its just been an embarrassing whinge. Not the ideal start I had planned, but as soon as I clear my ears and complete those essays, I will blog on more relevant stuff like the Melbourne Model, Farrago, etc.
It has been an unsatisfying year so far, but a mug of hot Milo has never tasted this good.
*Apologies to your mother who may actually appreciate the midget’s ‘art’
Oh you poor thing!!! I agree that day was a total nightmare. Increased incidence of wild weather is just one consequence of global warming. It is amazing though how tough times do bring people closer together; on public transport I saw a lot of respect, compassion and laughter despite the cramped wet and horrible efforts of “we apologise for any inconvenience” Connex.
Anthony Callea is soooo horrible.
I used to work in a video store with a guy who was a Celine fan…I almost went crazy. I think she actually has a good voice though – and seems very professional compared to some celebs.