Brendy:

My first impulse was to invite you to put one of your socks in your gob, but I decided I would try to refrain from shooting off my mouth. I feel your rude remark was uncalled for. If you seriously want to propose that the rebels of Ireland (whoever that includes) have resorted to no murders, over the centuries, I would be really interested in your views. And let me hasten to add, I think that in some cases, given the machinations fielded against them, they could claim extreme provocation. But my comment about preferring high song to low murder is still absolutely true. I think it is safe to say that the songs of Irish rebellion have gathered many more sympathizers to their cause than the hard physical facts of their efforts to cure the situation with violent means.

I am sure that if I am wrong about this, Big Mick will round me up alongside the head in short order; but since he has always spoken decently and courteously, I'd be more inclined to be educated by him!

Regards,

A.