The Soapbox Scene
Picture the scene.
A classy, somewhat upmarket pub in the West End of London.
A shiny, marble bartop crammed with beers from all over Europe on tap.
Insano behind said bar wearing a T-Shirt that reads - I'm not fluent in Idiot, so speak slowly. She's leaning against the back fridge, crammed with ciders, watching the crowded bar, or more accurately, the wall clock. Only 3 more hours to go.
A young man walks upto the bar. not much to describe with other than the words - Oh no.He orders a drink. Insano pours said drink for him before placing on the and requesting the £3.50 payment.
'So, where you from?' he asks
'Guess' she says, rolling her eyes.
'Australia?'
'No.'
'New Zealand?'
'No.'
'Canada?'
'No...South Africa.'
'Really? You know the problem with...'
You have no idea how often I get lectured about all the wrongs of my own country and what I must do to fix it. Usually by some limey 'rude boy' who hasn't left his borough, nevermind London.
Throw into the argument that I alone developed and implemented apartheid, committed worse human rights violations than Mugabe and I'm a raging racist.
All because I'm a white South African.
The East End of London has been barred from my pub for abusive behaviour towards an employee.
And for thier own safety - I throw a mean right hook.
It's amazing that in this day and age of internet and free information, people choose to remain ignorant on teh history and cultures of other countries. Sjy News is not the be all and end all in information.
In the words of Frank - You need to keep an open mind, my friend.
Fingers crossed...my cv is going to a potential employer today.
It's also the wettest summer...ever! My tan is suffering.
Onto Music:
Maroon 5's new single 'Makes Me Wonder'
I loved the first Album - Songs About Jane. The lyrics were sensual and intelligent. The music smooth and easy.
This new album? The songs have fallen into the disney school of songwriting - Lame lyrics, bubblegum pop tumes and Adam sings like Micky Mouse.
BLEH!
