“MORE PONDERISMS” – by Des Kelly With my apologies to those who have pondered these ponderisms before, I did ponder on whether to publish these particular “beauties” on e’Lanka again and decided to do so simply because the ponderous pharaphaneliya (yes, I ponder and/or wonder if I have spelt that right), that Keith Bennett sends us from time to time is primarily important for the poshest website (in simple English), in Australia. Also gives me the chance, immediately after Valentine’s day, this year, to dedicate a wonderful song, to whom it may concern, tying in with the above ponderisms. This is how I like them and here’s hoping our wonderful readers will enjoy both the poetic song and the subject as stated above. Desmond Kelly. (Editor-in-Chief) e’Lanka. Pondering Ponderisms � Why do peanuts float in a regular coke and sink in a diet coke. Go ahead and try it. � I ...
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“TREES” ….. I thought that I would never see, a poem lovely as a tree. Something I read about, many years ago. Anyway, once again Keith Bennett has sent us this interesting amalgam of beautiful trees that have been transformed, as if by magic, into various other figures. Thank you, Keith. Desmond Kelly. (Editor-in-Chief) e’Lanka. ...
11th February ……The day Charlie Chaplin died and some profound facts of and for a happy Life. – by Desmond Kelly Sir Charles Chaplin, or simply Charley Chaplin as everyone knew him, was born on the 16th of April, 1889 and died on the25th of December 1977, at 88 years of age,was not just the comic Character he portrayed, but also a wise and witty little man who made some profound statements before he closed his eyes for the last time. This story came to e’Lanka via Chris Lawton O.A.M. , & Keith Bennett, and we thank both of them for it. Desmond Kelly. (Editor-in-Chief) e’Lanka. Today is the day…when Charlie Chaplin died….so his 3 profound observations (1) Nothing is Permanent in this World, not even our Troubles. (2) I like Walking in the Rain, because NoBody can see my Tears. (3) The Most Wasted Day in Life is the ...
Feb 12, 2022
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“WESTERN SWING” – by Des Kelly Something completely different & captivating. This video comprising “Western Swing” on the part of some of the unforgettable faces, seen over the years, on the big screen.Thank you Keith Bennett who, via Graeme Stuart, has sent in this magnificent video, which will bring back memories to all our Western-Movie fans around the World. Desmond Kelly. (Editor-in-Chief) e’Lanka. ...
“SUCH IS LIFE” – by Des Kelly One of Australia’s most famous (or notorious), if you prefer him as such, was Ned Kelly, Outlaw & Bushranger, as they preferred to call them, in Oz. Ned, like your’s truly, came from an Irish background, Dublin, in fact, and got himself the reputation of being an Australian Robin Hood. He stole from the rich to give to the poor. The rich were not too happy about this, and decided to give Ned a hard time. This is not the complete story, obviously, but still an apt intro. Into this amazing video, sent to us by Keith Bennett via Suntha, someone who thankfully shortened his Surname, so that everyone could pronounce it correctly. Anyway, when they finally caught up with old Ned, they escorted him to the old Melbourne gaol, or jail, if you prefer it as such, and hanged him by ...
“WORD-PLAY” – by Des Kelly Sent in by Keith Bennett (thanks Keith), is a little something for Wordsmiths around the World, including many Sri Lankans, I’m sure. They are good, makes you stop and think, causing a chuckle or two, into the bargain Let us do away with too many words and get into this WORD-PLAY right now. Desmond Kelly. (Editor-in-Chief) e’Lanka. If you love word play….These will make you smile… 1. Dad, are we pyromaniacs? Yes, we arson. 2. What do you call a pig with laryngitis? Disgruntled. 3. Writing my name in cursive is my signature move. 4. Why do bees stay in their hives during winter? Swarm. 5. If you’re bad at haggling, you’ll end up paying the price. 6. Just so everyone is clear, I’m going to put my glasses on. 7. A commander walks into a bar and orders everyone around. 8. I lost ...
“STORIES BEHIND THE SONGS” – by Des Kelly There are many such stories, but at least this is a “happy one”. Once again, e’Lanka thanks Keith Bennett for sending in this great song/story combined. She needs no introduction whatsoever, but Anne Murray, one of my favourite female Country Singers does a magnificent job of singing the song (behind the true story), but please don’t forget the crippled guy who also does his version, right after the last dance is over, and to make a long story short, following the lady, cos “ladies come first, even to the gallows”, as the famous saying goes, & his introduction. ?? Desmond Kelly. (Editor-in-Chief) eLanka. The Drifters made it a hit in the 60s. Canadian Anne Murray sings it beautifully on stage…”Save the Last Dance”. The songwriter, Doc Pomus, was crippled, but his wife or girlfriend loved to go out and ...
NOT WHO, BUT WHY ? – by Des Kelly Thank you, Keith Bennett for these perplexing ponderings.We should know the answers to the questions, but if the Author of this “post” is 85 years old, he/she has nothing to worry about, because I am now 86 and still do not know any of the answers either. Let’s just say that whoever is responsible for the ponderings now ponders no more, and leave it at that. Makes for interesting reading however, so here’s hoping that one of the brilliant book-worms of e’Lanka might be able to give us an answer or two, in order to enlighten us. I also take this chance to ask our e’Lanka readers to please COMMENT on what they find interesting on the BEST website for all Lankans & OTHEES around this World of ours. I promise, every comment will be scrutinized and adequate action taken in ...
“POINTS TO PONDER” – By Des Kelly I believe that some “Ponderisms”, as the quaint name suggests, have already been aired on e’Lanka, many moons ago, to the enjoyment of our valued members & readers, and lo & behold !!, here are a few more, to begin a brand new year, with. Points to ponder are something that everyone should do from time to time, simply to keep one’s brain “ticking over”, as it should. Reading them, in quality websites such as e’Lanka (of course), only adds to the common knowledge that everyone should possess. After you read this lot, I am willing to bet that you will think about those you favour, from time to time, and may I conclude this introduction, thanking Keith Bennett for sending them to us. These are indeed some “Points to Ponder”. Desmond Kelly. (Editor-in-Chief) eLanka. ...
MUSIC, MUSIC, MUSIC – by Des Kelly “IF MUSIC BE THE FOOD OF LIFE, PLAY ON”, is a phrase that is common everywhere, and in every walk of life. Our thanks go out to both Keith Ockersz and Keith Bennett. I was most surprised with the vocal ability of all these characters, but it seems that NOTHING surprises me anymore. Feeling proud that e’Lanka can introduce these new “Stars” to tge World, i will now let all of you enjoy this startling video. Desmond Kelly (Editor-in-Chief) e’Lanka. ...
Sep 11, 2021
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