Training Day

Grick doesn't drink - not even a little bit. A teeny tiny sip of alcohol makes him scrunch up his face like he smelled rotten eggs and beer.....well beer just makes him barf. Not pretty. However, now that we have a wedding coming up, it is likely that he will have to imbibe in some spirits on the day of the wedding (perhaps also in the days leading up to it!). This poses a dilemma - how is he to do this if one drink makes him turn the colour of a ripe cherry tomato - eyeballs included.

Well, here in steps his training team. These brave souls, recognizing the need for an intervention, have graciously taken it upon themselves to ensure that Grick is ready and able to partake in the open bar on the big day. There are five members in this elite training squad: Tank, PhD, the Corporal, Jagr and their leader - Captain. They have created a rigorous 6-month training plan that will begin during the Christmas holidays and culminate in June on the big day. The program ensures that Grick will be fully prepared to handle the rigors of an Indian wedding reception: remain upright, puke free, and remember everything the next day with no ill effects.

We should salute these courageous and selfless men who have taken time out of their busy lives and taken on this monumental task. They go into battle with only their wits and determination in order to help out a fellow brother. Let us wish them luck and pray for a swift and glorious victory!

The Gauntlet