The present swine flu pandemic is a concern for many. My pregnant daughter Laura recently contracted it but seems to have recovered. I suspected I caught it as well although it was never confirmed - but I'm over the worst now. However, here's my real concern.
Three years ago, it was the Chinese calendar year of the cow - and there was an outbreak of Mad Cow disease.
Two years ago, it was the Chinese calendar year of the bird - and Avian flu was rife.
This year, it was the Chinese calendar year of the pig . . . and from being little heard of six months ago there is now a Swine flu pandemic.
Next year is the Chinese calendar year of the cock . . . anybody else worried?
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OMG! That is hysterical. I'm gong to hope for the best on that one Mike.
Glad you and Laura are on the mend! When is the baby due??
Mike, Mike, Mike....you are such a funny guy.....I'll keep my fingers and toes crossed that no pandemic breaks out next year. :P
*chuckle*
I don't think there actually is a 'year of the bird' though
Ach, I ken, Ken! But the gag doesn't work the same!
Good gag mike.
Nope! No concerns here.
Too funny... but in fact I think it may be the year of the ox right now ;)
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