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Strolling Through Zanadu
In praise of Mick and Mick. by Mark Rothman
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Later at the conclusion of the recital, Mick, the comedian, came over to us and amused us with some more jokes: "What do you call a man with a piece of wood sticking out of his head?...Edward Headwood". " What would you call a priest riding a motorcycle?..."rev"!.
Because of the romantic setting of our party, Anita boldly proposed marriage to Mick, to which he smiled and said, diplomatically, that he would have to consult first with his wife.
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Nothing daunted, Anita assured him that she really meant it, as a troubadour's life appealed to her despite the cramped comforts of wandering around in a gypsy caravan!
Adding to the party spirit, sherry and wines, and buffet-style refreshments were served by our tireless carers, and our entertainers impressed us anew with their deep repertoire of romantic and haunting cameos and classics ranging from "I'll
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take you home again Kathleen", "Mountains of Mourne", "A bunch of Thyme", and various British and American favorites, not forgetting the perennial cockney stalwarts, "I'm getting married in the morning", "Daisy, Daisy", "Knees up Mother Brown", etc.
I'm sure everyone here at Greatcroft agrees in looking forward to the speedy return of dear Mick and Mick to the centre for another joyous session of matchless music-making, "craic" and amusing blarney and zany jokes, and, hopefully, dancing inspired by a benign Terpsichore!
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