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It seems as though every time an English person comes even remotely close to being an inconvenience to anybody, he or she says “Sorry!” Often this causes the other person to say “Sorry!” for having been in a position to cause the first person to say “Sorry!” This may trigger reflex cries of “Sorry!” from random passersby, thereby setting off the legendary Chain Reaction of Sorrys, which sometimes does not stop until it reaches Wales.
As you are aware, for many years the National Pretend Speed Limit was 55 miles per hour (metric equivalent: 378 kilograms per hectare).
Fortunately, the rafting company requires you to wear a life jacket, which means that in the event that you get tossed out of the boat, you’ll stay safely afloat long enough to freeze to death.
Q. How can I have really nice hair? A. If you look at the models in commercials for hair-care products, you’ll notice that their hair is thick, glossy, lustrous, and manageable. What’s their secret? It’s simple: They were born with nice hair. That’s why they are professional hair models, whereas you and the late Albert Einstein are not.
