Because no one should be domesticated and made dependant when it was their God-given right to roam the world freely. Plus, too much work.

^^ I see you have been seriously Americanized, what is 'Brawny'? Now an image of a greesy African American guy comes to mind. Farax Brown was so much more James Bond like...oh well.

I don't believe in pets.

I don't think we should give Qabil such a feared Taboo status, which only serves to increase its 'power'. If your child asks, tell them that it's a fact just like any other and it has no bearing on their life. Nephthys, you shouldn't encourage your niece to get into unnecessary competition of whose tribe is more feared or whatever. No doubt that 14 year old is only repeating what she/he from others around her.

I’ve had such a lazy day, half the office are out, including 4 out of 5 bosses. It’s been a good day, but I just want to go home now... good luck with your new jobs Val & Stoic

No, I need greenery and fesh air, besides, all it takes is one Tsunami.

Oh cheer up you lousy ppl, we get one day of sunshine a week you don't see us sulking.

Erm, how can you do exercise when you're exhausted? I'm talking about running out of energy to walk in a straight line sort of tiredness.

How do you overcome continued exhaustion/ tiredness without the ‘getting away’?

Oh my aunt told me about this story in great length, apparently it was a bestseller back home when it came out in the 80s? Thanks for the link, I would really love to buy it for her. I hope they ship to UK.

Ok something’s wrong here, I would have soooo given him the bags and lafyoo ahead wiliba.

Headline grabs is what got her the funds to aid underage mothers in Somalia. A medal does not make your a better person. Either way, she doesn't look bothered so I don't see how anyone else should be?

Wlc back D&D! I was watching the Haj live on Islam channel last year, as both my parents were there, all those ppl, it was an amazing sight not to mention worrying at the same time. My mum said the same thing about the Jinaza prayers, quiet chilling if you ask me. I hope those of us who haven't been will all get the chance I'A.

^^ That sounds really nice. Actually Kool Kat the married ones can be just as annoying as the unmarried jealous types, boasting about their status as if they have found the Holy Grail. G, un fortunatley having a family and friends do seems to extend to whoever of the other 100 thousand people you share a tribe with that lives in that city. A 20 ppl wedding sounds nice, but our own immediate families can be up to 20 ppl.

^^No wonder it's called the Obese Nation

^^^Nope, it means dont speak for anyone who can speak for themselves.

North that piece is halarious, slightly cynical though. I think them times are over, people do not normal attend when they have not be invited Ghanima, I beg to differ!

Weekend is here...why isn't there cheerful trolling?

Thanks for the correction Zenobia, I was smuggled in there one eve last winter, it was very confusing, all I know is that it was North London and I didn’t try the food, had some tea and biscuits and then we left. Annoying how men just take over cafes and make it a male-dominated hang out. I couldn’t agree more about the theatres, its probably one of the best things about London.

^^^loool denial is a river in Egypt, and that goes for the eternally optimistic too.

Keep in mind you’re coming at the height of the holiday season, and for that reason be prepared for a lot of queuing, for attractions, in shops and even for tables in restaurants in central London. But don’t let that put you off. You’ll need lots of patience getting through crowds and crowdy places, just the other day I witnessed a Spanish lady loosing it because she though she was purposely pushed on the tube :rolleyes: . The good thing you can get everywhere by tube very easy, it’s hard to get lost. Don’t expect anyone to give you directions; they’re all tourists as the average Londoner tries to avoid ‘The Descend’. Below is just a quick run off, this is a comprehensive guide with maps and advice you may find very useful, it even has routes and walks to see the best of the attractions. Attractions The obvious ‘Londony’ attractions are Big Ben/Houses of Parliament, London Eye (if you trust you life being suspended over a murky river, half an hour is really too long!), Buckingham Palace, St James Palace & Park, Downing Street, Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square etc. Don’t forget to take a river cruise on Thames, you can see quiet a lot that way too. Hampton Court Palace looks particularly beautiful in Summer, especially the elaborate maze gardens and it might be worthwhile a visit as it takes you out of the city centre and will be nice break from roaring traffic. Since Hyde Park will be littered with half naked sunbathers, Richmond Park is the place for an out of the city park, walk by the river, there are many little boutiques and cafes scattered along that road and its quiet scenic and a lot quieter than downtown London. But it’s not spot in the middle of the city like Hyde Park. St James Park is also worthwhile. Galleries National Gallery (for traditional Western European art) Portrait Gallery (quiet boring but they on the 5th floor they have this café & restaurant which has views all over Trafalgar square and the London skyline). Tate Modern (for new arty stuff) & Tate Britain Museums British Museum Victoria & Albert Museum (among other exhibitions has the now returned Jameel Islamic Art gallery, worth a visit) National History Museum (if only for the architecture) Summer Shows, Concerts & Theatre There are 100s of shows, ticket outlets are scattered all over town but you can also buy directly form the theatre itself. I find lastminute usually has some good deals. The more advance you book the better seat and the less it will cost you. Shopping Oxford Circus, all the flagship stores in one place. Covent Garden, you’ll find nice cafes and many stores scattered on the little copper streets. There is also the Covent Garden market which sells weird and wonderful things. If you find yourself there on a Monday, stick around till lunch time, there is usually Opera singing in the market square (don’t ask me how I know), not unusual since the Royal Opera House is also situated on the square. If you want to avoid the crowds though local shopping centres tend to be big enough & have most shops. Somali London If you want to buy say Diracs or scarf’s or Somali music the best place to head for is Shepherds Bush and Southall (be prepared for a bit of eyeing up in Southall, and yes this is still the case even if you wear a ninja style jilbaab, just don’t make eye contact whatever you do). There are about 4 Somali restaurants I know of Ocean in Shepherds Bush (although I heard it turns into an ‘istag-ku-dirir’ venue after 3pm, can’t be certain if this has been tackled. The Village in Hammersmith You can actually eat in there undisturbed Iman in Wood Green And some other place, I forgot the name, it’s in Kilburn. If I think of anything else I’ll be sure to add it. Enjoy your holiday.

lol@rokko Yeey! I just realized it's Thursday and not Wednesday.

Why does he have to be a wuss? It might just be possible that the female lion could be the more ferocious of the two? Typical :rolleyes:

Sometimes I just want to stab people in the knees..... You need help mate.

Noting that this topic has been talked to death in the Women’s section, I see nothing wrong with women who need/want to stay at home to take care of their families. When I get annoyed is when this is forced on others as the status- qou model. Watching those wife swap shows I get the feeling American women tend to be more conservative than their European counterparts.