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Smelly Trainers, Charcoal, Much Amusement and a Humming Bird?

Dave — Sun, 08 Jan 2012 17:52:30 +0000

Hylocharis chrysura, Brazilian common name Beija-flor. Click to enlarge.

I am enjoying a holiday in Brazil staying with friends in Espera feliz, Minas Gerais for a few weeks.

In the heat that is Brazil, the preferred footwear is flip-flops. But unlike Brazilians this English guy that is me was not trained to walk in them from an early age. Hence, I frequently wear my trainers (Amer. Sneakers), particularly when I take long walks…… also frequently.

Rain or shine the temperature causes ones walking gear to sweat like a Sumo wrestlers armpit. Something dynamic happens when sweaty feet meet trainers and the resulting aroma beats even the stink of Gorgonzola cheese.

Having scrubbed my smelly trainers with soap and water I was somewhat pissed-off when the stink remained. So remembering that charcoal is used in filters I decided to experiment. I bought some barbecue charcoal and smashed some up. I then filled my trainers with it. This was much to the amusement of my hosts. They are convinced I am a sandwich short of a picnic.

The experiment was left to work it’s wonders overnight, but the next day the trainers were as rank as ever. I tipped the charcoal into a bin and went back to soap and water. This time the result was somewhat sweeter, but whether that is the charcoal or two lots of soap and water, I have no idea.

Now my friends tell me there is a product here called tênis pé from the pharmacy, it’s a powder that treats both the shoes and the feet. The wonders of science astound me!

My smelly trainers complete with de-stinking charcoal

“tênis pé” translated means “trainer feet”

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Actor Peter Falk of Columbo Fame Dies

Dave — Sat, 25 Jun 2011 15:23:12 +0000

Peter Falk 1927-2011 Best known for his portrayal Lieutenant Columbo

Peter Falk died on June 24, 2011, at age 83. he starred in many films throughout his career but his most famous role was that of the scruffy police lieutenant Columbo. In ‘Columbo’ he appeared non-threatening and somewhat dim to the crime suspects he targeted then just as he was about to leave he would utter his famous quote “just one more thing”.

‘Columbo’ is still broadcast despite the series ending in 1978 and by today’s standards rather dated. I have to say I watch the odd episode from time to time if I happen on one channel hopping.

At three years Falk lost an eye to cancer a fact that makes his success as an actor all the more remarkable. He had an eye for the ladies too (crass joke) and in an interview that discussed his love of drawing he related how on an occasion that he wandered into the Art Students League and was instantly sold on signing up. “I opened a door and there she was, a nude model, shoulders back, a light from above, buck-ass naked.” he recalled, “The female body is awesome. Believe me, I signed up right away.”

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Banned! – Ice Cream Sin

Dave — Sun, 03 Oct 2010 01:20:05 +0000

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Banned ad for ice cream – have fun!

The ice cream lover in this advertisement appears to be enjoying her fantasies alfresco but it’s only ice cream sin!

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