Portrait of the author as an aspirant barrister
Not only have a finished all the exams, I've also, contrary to expectations, passed them all. This was interesting as this was the first occasion I've ever really thought I'd failed an exam. Very little of the material that I had prepared for appeared on the paper and I was obliged to cobble some sort of answer together out of memories of tutorials, my own scattered reading and prayer. It seems to have worked. I also did rather well in Evidence, which was hands down my favourite subject - so some good feelings there.
This means that while I'm not legally qualified to do anything as such, I am legally educated and will, once I've graduated, possess a Diploma in Legal Studies. This is not the start of a career change, I'm very happy where I am, but it will hopefully help me improve what I am already doing.
As a treat, I got myself a copy of Gordon of Khartoum's memoirs in their first English edition. I've long been an admirer of the man and I am looking forward to reading this very handsome volume from 1885.
The book was the princely sum of two pounds thirty and after postage and all the rest was about a tenner. Cheap at twice the price and though I've only scratched the surface yet, it's shaping up to be a fascinating read.
It would have a fella painting camels if he wasn't careful.
Congratulations, hard pounding but a well earned and deserved victory.
ReplyDeleteThank you very much Chris.
DeleteSo when do you get a wig?
ReplyDeleteWell done!
I will have to complete an additional two years of study to do that, not something I will be diving into immediately.
DeleteCongratulations, my friend! With exams successfully negotiated, paint camels if the mood strikes!
ReplyDeleteAs it turns out, I did exactly that.
DeleteCongrats Conrad.
ReplyDeleteThat has to feel good.
Regards,
John
I'm feeling pretty chipper to be sure.
DeleteHurrah!!! Always knew you would pull it off. The gift to yourself is well deserved. Enjoy a drink or two of something medicinal in celebration in addition. You've earned it.
ReplyDeleteBest Regards,
Stokes
You know I might risk that second sherry.
DeleteCongratulations finishing your exams with positive marks, and for the excellent book find!
ReplyDeleteIt is rather good. A book to be dipped into I think, I'm reading it in conjunction with Mike Snook's on the subject.
DeleteHeartiest Congratulations on your results, and a most suitable well earned reward.
ReplyDeleteThank you very much Brian.
DeleteBravo Sir, many congratulations and enjoy, what kooks like, an excellent read!
ReplyDeleteThis kook is very fond of it indeed. Thank you.
DeleteMy sincere congratulations, young sir. I have always felt that education is the bestest thing there is.
ReplyDeleteIt's amazing how much of it penetrated when you think about it.
DeleteCongratulations!!
ReplyDeleteThank you.
DeleteCongratulations ! , Gordon's an interesting chap would like to see a 'modern' biography of him but don't think there is one , Tony
ReplyDeleteThere's an entry in Byron Farwells Eminent Victorian Soldiers of which I have a print proof copy.
DeleteTerrific news, well done sir!
ReplyDeleteThank you.
DeleteCongratulations! Now go get blind drunk! Oh yes and well done on the book choice.
ReplyDeleteCheers, Peter
Aye Aye Admiral!
DeleteBuy yourself a rich, expensive present, lad! You deserve it. With many congratulatory best wishes I wish you Godspeed back to the war games table.
ReplyDeleteJerry
Thank you very much Jerry.
DeleteCongratulations!
ReplyDeleteThank you.
DeleteWell done!
ReplyDeleteThank you.
DeleteCongratulations! Being myself part of the legal community too, cannot but say welcome aboard!
ReplyDeleteA toast to you, sir.
I am but a tufty and unhandsome fledgling rather than a full blown legal eagle. I did not know you worked in the law Suber.
DeleteA toast to you too.
Congratulations Conrad! Always immensely satisfying to finish something like this.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely.
DeleteWell done Conrad,
ReplyDeletemy wife attained a similar qualification, so dont turn into the likes of her. I never win an argument.
Against the wiles of God and wives, what man can possibly hope to prevail?
DeleteA heartfelt congratulations on your well earned achievement! Be sure to take some time and savor the moment. Remember...if all else fails...just binge watch "Rumpole Of The Bailey"!
ReplyDeleteSo noted. Good on blood stains, not great on Landlord and Tenant.
DeletePassed all your exams eh?
ReplyDeleteShurely Shumthing Wrong Here as my friend Big Tam would say.
Never mind, keep up the pretence and something better will follow along soon enough!
Always remember that painting camels is a penance that should only be inflicted on the downright naughty.
It's all a conspiracy I tells ya.
DeleteFirstly, well done, secondly, your post is apposite as I only just visited St Paul's last month and took the opportunity to pay my respects at his tomb...
ReplyDeleteThank you very much Steve. It gladdens my heart to hear that he is still remembered - he was an astonishing man.
DeleteCongratulations on the exams; good that you rewarded yourself. Painting camels IS fun and is highly recommended.
ReplyDeleteOn that authority how can I not paint camels?
DeleteCongratulations on the exams, good that you rewarded yourself.
ReplyDeletePainting camels IS fun and is recommended.
Congratulations on passing your exams! Painting camels will lead to madness, which is fair enough, as "Chinese" Gordon was as mad as a fish.
ReplyDeleteRegards, Chris
If he was mad Chris, it was a noble madness, but I'll put the camel painting to the test.
DeleteCongrats on an outstanding accomplishment!!!
ReplyDeleteI've read lots on the Sudan over the years but have yet to read that one. I'm looking forward to your review.
Cheers,
JB
Thank you very much JB. The review might have to wait a while.
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