Good evenings my sisters and brothers from the cricket section,
I return in a new and dynamic form: "Sportsman Rehman". It is the same Rehman now sporting a sportscap. More details on Sportsman Rehman can be obtained by clicking my icon. And a bigger picture can be seen in my blog.
This evening sisters and brothers I come with a question and a request. Question:
1. What are the teams that have been the toughest rivals for Australia this last 4 decades, including this decade?
2. What are the teams that have been the toughest rivals for West Indies this last 4 decades, including this decade?
Please split your answer by decade if it helps to simplify.
Now, my other question, I discovered some good cricket songs that I have put in my blog.
3. The first song is simply called the cricket song. Can you identify the original song?
4. The second song celebrates the great India vs Pakistan cricket rivalry, similar to the Ashes. This language unfortunately can be understood only by people living in Pakistan, some parts of India and Srilanka (perhaps)
My request for my friends from all cricket nations do you know of songs from your country with a link to you tube ?
Thank you and peace,
Rehman of Multan
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Saturday, June 28, 2008
Cricket songs
El Canto de Los Pajaros
Question asked on El Canto de Los Pajaros
Respetados hermanos de las tierras que hablan el idioma español
Quiero hacer una recopilación de las mejores canciones folk español. Buscando en Internet he encontrado esta hermosa música:
El Canto de LOS PAJAROS
¿Podría decirme la letra o donde puedo encontrarlo.
Voy a apreciar si podría recomendar algunos beutiful las canciones populares de su hermoso país.
Gracias
Rehman de Multan
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English translation:
Respected brothers and sisters from the lands that speak spanish language
I want to make a compilation of best spanish folk songs. Searching on the internet I found this beautiful music:
El Canto de Los Pajaros
Can you tell me the lyrics or where I can find it.
I will appreciate if you could recommend some beutiful folk songs from your beautiful country.
Thank you
Rehman of Multan
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Wednesday, June 25, 2008
Le Moribond / Seasons in the sun
Savez-vous pourquoi cet homme est en train de mourir?
Chers Amis,
Cette chanson est devenue très célèbre en anglais.
Le sens original a été changé en anglais. Mais, cette chanson est célèbre en France? Tout ce que vous dites à propos de cette chanson sera appréciée.
Est-ce que ces paroles d'un homme en train de mourir ont un sens pour vous?
Merci
Rehman de Multan
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Jacques Brel - Le Moribond
Adieu l'Émile je t'aimais bien
Adieu l'Émile je t'aimais bien tu sais
On a chanté les mêmes vins
On a chanté les mêmes filles
On a chanté les mêmes chagrins
Adieu l'Émile je vais mourir
C'est dur de mourir au printemps tu sais
Mais je pars aux fleurs la paix dans l'âme
Car vu que tu es bon comme du pain blanc
Je sais que tu prendras soin de ma femme
Je veux qu'on rie
Je veux qu'on danse
Je veux qu'on s'amuse comme des fous
Je veux qu'on rie
Je veux qu'on danse
Quand c'est qu'on me mettra dans le trou
Adieu Curé je t'aimais bien
Adieu Curé je t'aimais bien tu sais
On n'était pas du même bord
On n'était pas du même chemin
Mais on cherchait le même port
Adieu Curé je vais mourir
C'est dur de mourir au printemps tu sais
Mais je pars aux fleurs la paix dans l'âme
Car vu que tu étais son confident
Je sais que tu prendras soin de ma femme
Je veux qu'on rie
Je veux qu'on danse
Je veux qu'on s'amuse comme des fous
Je veux qu'on rie
Je veux qu'on danse
Quand c'est qu'on me mettra dans le trou
Adieu l'Antoine je t'aimais pas bien
Adieu l'Antoine je t'aimais pas bien tu sais
J'en crève de crever aujourd'hui
Alors que toi tu es bien vivant
Et même plus solide que l'ennui
Adieu l'Antoine je vais mourir
C'est dur de mourir au printemps tu sais
Mais je pars aux fleurs la paix dans l'âme
Car vu que tu étais son amant
Je sais que tu prendras soin de ma femme
Je veux qu'on rie
Je veux qu'on danse
Je veux qu'on s'amuse comme des fous
Je veux qu'on rie
Je veux qu'on danse
Quand c'est qu'on me mettra dans le trou
Adieu ma femme je t'aimais bien
Adieu ma femme je t'aimais bien tu sais
Mais je prends le train pour le Bon Dieu
Je prends le train qui est avant le tien
Mais on prend tous le train qu'on peut
Adieu ma femme je vais mourir
C'est dur de mourir au printemps tu sais
Mais je pars aux fleurs les yeux fermés ma femme
Car vu que je les ai fermés souvent
Je sais que tu prendras soin de mon âme
Je veux qu'on rie
Je veux qu'on danse
Je veux qu'on s'amuse comme des fous
Je veux qu'on rie
Je veux qu'on danse
Quand c'est qu'on me mettra dans le trou
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J'ai mis la version anglaise ici:
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What do these words from a dying man mean for you?
Dear Friends,
What does this song mean for you? Do you have fond memories associated with it? I have enclosed this song here:
It seems to have been originally sang in French. A 1961 rendition of the original song is also enclosed here.
Jacques Brel wrote "Le Moribond" in French.
Terry Jacks
Seasons in the sun
Goodbye to you, my trusted friend.
We've known each other since we're nine or ten.
Together we climbed hills or trees.
Learned of love and ABC's,
skinned our hearts and skinned our knees.
Goodbye my friend, it's hard to die,
when all the birds are singing in the sky,
Now that the spring is in the air.
Pretty girls are everywhere.
When you see them I'll be there.
We had joy, we had fun, we had seasons in the sun.
But the hills that we climbed
were just seasons out of time.
Goodbye, Papa, please pray for me,
I was the black sheep of the family.
You tried to teach me right from wrong.
Too much wine and too much song,
wonder how I get along.
Goodbye, Papa, it's hard to die
when all the birds are singing in the sky,
Now that the spring is in the air.
Little children everywhere.
When you see them I'll be there.
We had joy, we had fun, we had seasons in the sun.
But the wine and the song,
like the seasons, all have gone.
Goodbye, Michelle, my little one.
You gave me love and helped me find the sun.
And every time that I was down
you would always come around
and get my feet back on the ground.
Goodbye, Michelle, it's hard to die
when all the bird are singing in the sky,
Now that the spring is in the air.
With the flowers ev'rywhere.
I whish that we could both be there.
We had joy, we had fun, we had seasons in the sun.
But the stars we could reach
were just starfishs on the beach
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Sunday, June 22, 2008
Jane McGrath dies aged 42
What have we learnt from Jane McGrath (dies aged 42)?
My dear brothers and sisters,
Ms McGrath wife of famous fast bowler from the country of Australia died as a result of complications of breast cancer. Friends you may not be aware but women in the United States have the highest incidence rates of breast cancer in the world.Its incidince is on the rise. Brother and siters from my poor but great province of Multan, although strong and fearless can only struggle to get basic aid for their ailments.
While paying my condolences to her, I remind you that we have all a lesson to learn from her.
What is it?
Could you kindly answer in the following categories:
1. About breast cancer itself (the disease)- what have you learnt from her good work.
Finally related not only to her, but to each and every one of us
2. What can be done by us to help?
3. What will be your attitude when the grim reaper comes knocking at your door?
By the name of Ali,we will meet our maker face to face without fear.
Rehman of Multan
Source of the posted image:
http://www.news.com.au/common/imagedata/0,,5649831,00.jpg
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Saturday, June 21, 2008
Cricket all rounders hall of fame
Which names must I include for making a gallery of great post-war allrounders? Who is you favourite and why?
Good morning friends,
Firstly, apologies I have been tardy updating the best answers. I will do so soon. Congratulations first to those smart guys who spotted the fact that Warne was a leg-spinner unlike Murali. In my opinion guys who can process pictures and come up with good answers are really smart. This is because it is not a mere regurgitation of facts (for which we have google). So congratulations in accord to many users here, including those who keep a very low profile but are actually very smart.
Now coming to the question. I will appreciate the names and maybe a word or two. But most importantly I want you to elaborate on why a particular person is your favourite. Please keep in mind "all-rounder" to me is a mutifaceted talent. Batting, bowling and fielding.Because they are masterful..have they inspired other team members to achieve excellence. I will pitch-in with my vote: Imran Khan.
Because this is an important question for your country give it your best. All answers will be archived immediately:
Caution, you may think and rework your answer but wholesale changes will not be allowed !
Thank you
Rehman of Multan
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Friday, June 20, 2008
La vie en rose
La vie en rose
Edith Piaf - La Vie En Rose - 1954
Des yeux qui font baiser les miens,
Un rire qui se perd sur sa bouche,
Voila le portrait sans retouche
De l'homme auquel j'appartiens
Quand il me prend dans ses bras
Il me parle tout bas,
Je vois la vie en rose.
Il me dit des mots d'amour,
Des mots de tous les jours,
Et ca me fait quelque chose.
Il est entre dans mon coeur
Une part de bonheur
Dont je connais la cause.
C'est lui pour moi. Moi pour lui
Dans la vie,
Il me l'a dit, l'a jure pour la vie.
Et des que je l'apercois
Alors je sens en moi
Mon coeur qui bat
Des nuits d'amour a ne plus en finir
Un grand bonheur qui prend sa place
Des enuis des chagrins, des phases
Heureux, heureux a en mourir.
Quand il me prend dans ses bras
Il me parle tout bas,
Je vois la vie en rose.
Il me dit des mots d'amour,
Des mots de tous les jours,
Et ca me fait quelque chose.
Il est entre dans mon coeur
Une part de bonheur
Dont je connais la cause.
C'est toi pour moi. Moi pour toi
Dans la vie,
Il me l'a dit, l'a jure pour la vie.
Et des que je l'apercois
Alors je sens en moi
Mon coeur qui bat
Another one:
She sings in english: (beautiful!!!!)
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Mireille Mathieu La vie en rose (English subtitles)
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Celine Dion - La Vie En Rose
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La vie en rose --- rendered by Lois Armstrong
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Audrey Hepburn - La Vie en Rose (Sabrina)
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English version by ?, sung by Edith Piaf and Louis Armstrong
Hold me close and hold me fast
The magic spell you cast
This is la Vie en Rose
When you kiss me heaven sighs
And though I close my eyes
I see la Vie en Rose
When you press me to your heart
I'm in a world apart,
A world where roses bloom
And when you speak, angels sing from above
Everyday words seem to turn into love songs
Give your heart and soul to me
And life will always be
La Vie en Rose
I thought that love was just a word
They sang about in songs I heard
It took your kisses to reveal
That I was wrong and love is real
Thursday, June 12, 2008
Beloved Donkeys of Multan
Beloved Donkeys of Multan,
The donkey is a patient animal. It is small in size but does so much work. We should treat them kindly, allow them proper rest and food.
They are also very friendly.
Khuda hafiz
Rehman of Multan
They say the Lion and the Lizard keep
The Courts where Jamshyd gloried and drank deep;
And Bahram, that great Hunter---
the Wild AssStamps o'er his Head, and he lies fast asleep.
----Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam 
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RESULTS OF THE COLOUR AND SHAPE TEST:
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1.
Carefree Playful Cheerful You love a free and spontaneous life. And you attempt to enjoy it to the fullest, in accordance with the motto: "You only live once." You are very curious and open about everything new; you thrive on change. Nothing is worse than when you feel tied down. You experience your environment as being versatile and always good for a surprise. ------------------------------
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Independent Unconventional Unfettered You demand a free and unattached life for yourself that allows you to determine your own course. You have an artistic bent in your work or leisure activities. Your urge for freedom sometimes causes you to do exactly the opposite of what expected of you. Your lifestyle is highly individualistic. You would never blindly imitate what is "in"; on the contrary, you seek to live according to your own ideas and convictions, even if this means swimming against the tide.
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3.
Introspective Sensitive Reflective You come to grips more frequently and thoroughly with yourself and your environment than do most people. You detest superficiality; you'd rather be alone than have to suffer through small talk. But your relationships with your friends are highly intensive, which gives you the inner tranquility and harmony that you need in order to feel good. You do not mind being alone for extended periods of time; you rarely become bored.
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4.
Down to Earth Well-Balanced Harmonious You value a natural style and love that which is uncomplicated. People admire you because you have both feet planted firmly on the ground and they can depend on you. You give those who are close to you security and space. You are perceived as being warm and human. You reject everything that is garish and trite. You tend to be skeptical toward the whims of fashion trends. For you, clothing has to be practical and unobtrusively elegant.
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5.
Professional Pragmatic Self-Assured You take charge of your life, and place less faith in your luck and more in your own deeds. You solve problems in a practical, uncomplicated manner. You take a realistic view of the things in your daily life and tackle them without wavering. You are given a great deal of responsibility at work, because people know that you can be depended upon. Your pronounced strength of will projects your self-assurance to others. You are never fully satisfied until you have accomplished your ideas.
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6.
Peaceful Discreet Non-Aggressive You are easy-going yet discreet. You make friends effortlessly, yet enjoy your privacy and independence. You like to get away from it all and be alone from time to time to contemplate the meaning of life and enjoy yourself. You need space, so you escape to beautiful hideaways, but you are not a loner. You are at peace with yourself and the world, and you appreciate life and what this world has to offer.
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7.
Analytical Trustworthy Self-Assured Your momentary sensitivity represents that which is of high quality and durable. Consequently, you like to surround yourself with little "gems," which you discover wherever they are overlooked by others. Thus, culture plays a special role in your life. You have found your own personal style, which is elegant and exclusive, free from the whims of fashion. Your ideal, upon which you base your life, is cultured pleasure. You value a certain level of culture on the part of the people with whom you associate.
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8.
Romantic Dreamy Emotional You are a very sensitive person. You refuse to view things only from a sober, rational standpoint. What your feelings tell you is just as important to you. In fact, you feel it is important to have dreams in life, too. You reject people who scorn romanticism and are guided only by rationality. You refuse to let anything confine the rich variety of your moods and emotions.
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9.
Dynamic Active Extroverted You are quite willing to accept certain risks and to make a strong committment in exchange for interesting and varied work. Routine, in contrast, tends to have a paralyzing effect on you. What you like most is to be able to play an active role in events. In doing so, your initiative is highly pronounced.
Saturday, June 7, 2008
REHMAN'S CRICKET QUIZ #10
BATTING ON A STICKY WICKET
(If you are trying to locate the previous quiz i.e., QUIZ #9 then click here)
In cricket this phrase has been in use for a long time. To quote Wikipedia:
"An early example of the term can be seen in Bell's Life in London, July 1882: "The ground... was suffering from the effects of recent rain, and once more the Australians found themselves on a sticky wicket."
However, now this word has acquired a methaphorical meaning. My questions are:
1. What is the meaning of batting on a sticky wicket?
2. Do you often find yourself batting on a sticky wicket?
3. Will it be correct to say that this particular person is the #1 batsman on a sticky wicket ?
4. Name this person? Full name please.
5. Why is she happy and what is she saying?
Thanks
Rehman of Multan
REHMAN'S QUIZ #9
REHMAN'S QUIZ #9
Q1. Who is your favourite leg spin bowler?
Q2. Who are these 2 ?
Q3. Who would win in a contest of leg spin? Why?
Q4. What are they saying ?
