16th November. I can’t believe I haven’t written anything since late summer. Politically, the shenanigans within Syriza have dominated the news. I wonder if the madness is spreading to New Democracy. This morning I said to my wife that the only thing that can undo the governing party is the party itself. Then I wake... Continue Reading →
24/011 Irish Music in Northern Greece
Saturday 9th November. Our November session is tomorrow. We were supposed to have a band practice on Thursday, 7th, but two band members were missing, so I suggested we practise the new pieces for tomorrow’s session. Just as well. It wasn’t pretty! Again, it’s my fault as I have included too many new pieces. The... Continue Reading →
24/015 Greek Word καρατομώ – behead
A word that’s been in the news recently with all the fuss surrounding the dissolution of Syriza. It’s also a timely reminder of the dangers of not digging deep into etymology. I knew καρατομώ meant kill, but I assumed 1) it was in the sense of gutting someone or cutting them into little pieces, and... Continue Reading →