‘Tis the season to take care in pubs and clubs. A lot of us go drinking in public places at this time of year. So do predators. Today’s Metro reports on a Newcastle pub bouncer who was dished out a 5 year jail sentence for spiking a woman’s drink with GHB. He didn’t rape her, presumably because she ended up in intensive care as a result, but hopefully his sentence will serve as a deterrent to other would-be rapists. Also those who delight in playing pranks with the stuff.
All of us ( male or female ) should keep a careful eye on our drinks taken in public places. If anyone is unlucky enough to be targetted, then The Roofie Foundation have a helpline you can call.
No more postings due before Christmas, but do have a good one. A safe one too.
Friday, December 23, 2005
Tuesday, December 20, 2005
Boating Tales
Christmas is now less than one week away, and my liver is thanking me for a brief interlude to the festivities. On Saturday night, about 20 of us held our 3rd saltFree Christmas party, at The Boat in Chepstow. Apart from the excellent food, drink and atmosphere, it’s the one time of year that both Scuba diver and freediver contingents get an opportunity to socialise together. Before things degenerated too much, we had awards and presents to be handed out. I was the lucky recipient of one of the awards, and before I had a chance to compose myself and decide what to say, the moment to stand up and say something had passed.
I wanted to say that I didn’t deserve an award, when everyone else had made sacrifices so that I invariably was given the first slot in our freedive rotation each month. I wanted to say how much I appreciated Sam and Laura’s drive and commitment that keeps everything going. I wanted to assure Sam that we would all make sure that we keep the saltFree group running, while she takes a well-earned rest to pursue her career interests. Perhaps it was better that I didn’t though - whatever depth awards I manage to pick up, I’ll never get one for public speaking. So for those people who were there on Saturday, and now find themselves here, please accept this in lieu.
I hope everyone who reads this blog has a great Christmas. Same goes for everyone who doesn’t read the blog. And let’s hope 2006 brings more successes, less illness, less confrontations, and more happy experiences. For everyone.
I wanted to say that I didn’t deserve an award, when everyone else had made sacrifices so that I invariably was given the first slot in our freedive rotation each month. I wanted to say how much I appreciated Sam and Laura’s drive and commitment that keeps everything going. I wanted to assure Sam that we would all make sure that we keep the saltFree group running, while she takes a well-earned rest to pursue her career interests. Perhaps it was better that I didn’t though - whatever depth awards I manage to pick up, I’ll never get one for public speaking. So for those people who were there on Saturday, and now find themselves here, please accept this in lieu.
I hope everyone who reads this blog has a great Christmas. Same goes for everyone who doesn’t read the blog. And let’s hope 2006 brings more successes, less illness, less confrontations, and more happy experiences. For everyone.
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