Ok, I received these questions from
xanji - D - about a week ago almost, so it's about time I answered them, I think.
The 5 Questions:
1. Would you join the army?
2. What do you like about the English?
3. What is your opinion about the entire IRA-North Ireland conflict?
4. To which country would you like to emigrate?
5. What sport would you teach your kid and why?
Answers:
1. The answer is yes. I would probably be interested in being part of the army in some way, but I don't see my life going in that direction, so I don't think I'll be joining any time soon. :p
2. The English are an interesting bunch, eh? It's hard for an Irish man to answer these type of questions honestly concerning the English, but I try not to focus on the negative overly much. So, I like their football. It's a great invention, even if they may have stolen it. Hah! Their beer is alright, if a little flat. And the more recent generations of English people are pretty decent. So no complaints about that!
3. Again, a quite difficult question. It some ways I agree with the stance the IRA has took in this corner of Ireland. They want what every other nationalist wants, but their methods aren't too good. With some better leadership and direction, I believe they could be a lot better. Hopefully, they wont be needed in sorting out any further conflicts here. Things are still a little imbalanced, but everyone is working on changing that. The future is optimistic.
4. I wouldn't mind emigrating to Australia at some point in my life, I guess. It seems a really nice place to visit, so why not? I could do with a little colour on my skin for an occasion, as well. :D
5. I'd probably teach my kid gaelic football. It's one of the most difficult sports to learn and you have to be in great condition to play it well. It's a perfect sport, more or less. If a little frustrating at times...But like father, like son, I believe.