Raff and Carole left this morning. We thought for a while they might be with us for Christmas because, although their apartment on the Palm Island is more or less ready for occupancy, the Electricity and Water Authority is refusing to turn on their water and electricity.
Finally they decided that even erratic electricity and cold water was preferable to cohabiting with Husband, and they abandoned us. I miss them (I totally forgave Raff spilling Bombay Mix on my keyboard.) The margharita detox only intensifies the feelings of loss. Carole left a big pile of chocolate bars in the fridge and every time I snort one whole, I think of her.
During the time they spent with us, I managed to indoctrinate them with Father Ted. In honor of Raff and Carole I feel compelled to share my top five moments from Father Ted. Note: these are NOT in order of preference because that’s just impossible:-
(1)
Mrs Doyle: Won’t you have some cake, Father? It’s got cocaine in it. Oh no, hang on, it’s not cocaine, is it. What do I mean now? – the little things . . . Ah yes. Raisins!
(2)
Dougal: God I’ve never seen a clock at 5 am before!
(3)
Ted: What was it Jack used to say about the needy? He had a term for them . . .
Dougal: A shower of bastards.
(4)
Father Dougal: Ahh, lets see, I’ll have the Hindu Curry, Steak and Chips, and a glass of Coke thanks.
Policeman: Do you know where you are? You’re in a police station.
Father Dougal: Oh right. Well, in that case, I’ll just have the Satay Chicken.
(5)
Ted:Dougal, you can’t sit around here watching television all day – chewing gum for the eyes!
Dougal: Oh no thanks Ted, I’ve got these crisps, here
