In a humorous and light-hearted report, Manbir Kohli of Pemulwuy laments the changes made to the great Bunnings sausage sizzle, with only slices of bread now permitted instead of buns. He jokingly questions if an ex-PM is behind this decision. Susan Bradley of Eltham shares a story about her Latin teacher’s ghost contacting her and correcting her on a translation error. She also reflects on her final Latin report from Upper Fifth, where her teacher described her as lazy but with ability.
Stein Boddington of St Clair uses Google Translate to interpret Susan’s Latin, with the translation implying negative traits about her. However, he defends Susan and Coral Button, stating that Coral is not impetuous or cowardly as implied by the translation. Barry Lamb of Eastwood shares his frugal habits, mending socks and wearing distressed shirts in an attempt to start a trend that prioritizes waste mitigation over fashion.
Kenneth Smith of Orange describes his Schwinn Beach Cruiser bicycle with both a front hand brake and a rear back pedal brake, allowing him to ride one-handed while holding a takeaway coffee. Allan Gibson of Cherrybrook comments on Tom Saunders’ rejection of the term “rain bomb” during a segment with Kathryn Robinson on the ABC, questioning if this view is shared by the Bureau of Meteorology. Rob Baxter of Naremburn expresses relief at seeing sunshine after a heavy rain event.
Warren Mitchell of Mosman shares a humorous anecdote about his daughter using a play table to reach the stove and make breakfast using her plastic dinnerware, causing a burning smell in the house. These quirky and light-hearted anecdotes reflect the diverse experiences and musings of everyday individuals, adding humor and insight to the mundane aspects of life. The column invites readers to share their own stories and reflections, creating a sense of community and camaraderie through shared experiences and observations.
