Nel says the arguments should all be finalised tomorrow, Roux agrees. Masipa asks for heads of arguments #oscartrial

Court adjourned until 9.30am tomorrow. #Pistorius

am going to miss it all 

I think Nel speaks, then Roux and then Nel can refute...think that's how it works 

as the court pleases hopefully they will be finished tomorrow 

#Pistorius stands, gives slightly shake of head, speaks to his sister.

Oooo next Tuesday to deliver sentence is a possibility 

yes....I will miss heads of argument but will here the sentencing if it goes ahead on Tuesday 

it's a bit like a mini session like when they did heads when he was found guilty

sorry flooring woman came and has now gone

if it's solid oak lay it in your own pad 

I think M'lady wants this finished so I think that she will find the time - hope it's done before I go to uni 

I think I am fine on Tuesday.... if not it will be the school run and breakfast club whether they like it or not 

good enough for the little blighters 

off to do something, dunno what but something  some housework would be a good start...back later  

  That's absolutely shocking Dame xx

Just caught up   thanks for the updates xx

Its such a farce  Poor Oscar this - Poor Oscar that 

it was Rosie 

It is "alleged" Aimee called Schulz a dog and told him to move" 
Schultz requesting to see video evidence 
Jarred Mortimer challenges Pistorius to lie detector test.

All the mulling over what sentence / punishment is appropriate, reminds me of Penology [ no its not what you think  ].

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Penology

Penology was part of Criminology - probably the most interesting subject of my Law degree. Hope Masipa remembers the wider context when handing down a sentence. Its all been too Oscar-centric 

Your poor cousin - must have been so traumatic Dame  Unfortunately the authorities aren't known for being honest in such cases  

I wouldn't trust Masipa to run my bath 

 She's an odd one!

that is so true Rosie 

I have read back in here. Thanks for the posts, ladies, as I couldn't be bothered to catch up on You Tube. This trial has dragged on so long, I'm at the stage now when I just want the sentence handed down - and I can't help thinking that judgey had already decided on the sentence she will give, long before any closing arguments took place.

Probably best not to Yogi. it was endless 

I can imagine.

sorry it's long but too good not to post 

 Brilliant, Pengy 

The Tie is on sky news now *drools* 

Fought so hard 2compete vs ABLE BODIED,now fighting even HARDER to be KEPT OUT of prison with ABLE BODIED= #CoveredinCowardice #OscarTrial

good point - he fought hard to tell us he was capable of competing with able bodied athletes and he wanted to be treated as if he was able bodied but feels he's too disabled to be with able bodied prisoners 

Sam Taylor hugging this Mikey Schultz guy 

Mr Modise flew from Cpt to PTA today, to do damage control in the OP trial. Ms 28yrs exp Vergeer Must have hidden in her wig! #OscarTrial

I must stop looking at stuff about this trial 

OK maybe one last thing 

it was that good, I quoted it 

strange 

interesting read 

http://www.dhakatribune.com/ju...ralympian-peculiarly

Good article Dame - they put it very clearly 

an open letter to Oscar Pistorius from Ari Seirlis, the CEO of QASA, the QuadPara Association of South Africa.

http://www.dailymaverick.co.za...erence/#.VD_9Bb5xuTM

Dear Oscar – here’s how you can still make a difference 

Mr Pistorius, the greatest contribution you can make for those with disabilities will be in prison. So show the country that you are the great man you said you were – take your punishment, and make prison a place where disabilities are well accommodated.

People with disabilities in South Africa - and the formal disability agencies and associations representing this constituency - have been trying, desperately, to be recognised in the mainstream.

We want equal employment opportunities, we want to be recognised as contributors to society in South Africa, we want the opportunity to circulate in accessible transport and building infrastructure. We want to get degrees, diplomas, jobs, promotions; we want to have families.

All part of normal society.

However, when we transgress, and break the law, we must accept the appropriate punishment, too. We do not want special laws for people with disabilities just because one OP killed his girlfriend. And now you, the very same person who bragged about fighting your way into the Olympic arena, which you thought was greater than the Paralympic arena, are desperately trying to find a way of doing community service in the disability sector and community.

You must also show your colours in the correctional services arena. JAIL.

We do not want you doing community service in our sector. You profess to have inspired the disability sector and constituency. A referendum would prove you wrong. Your arrogance has never been embraced by us. Your achievements have only fed your own ego. Your definition of philanthropy is giving away an old pair of Nikes and a scratched pair of Oakleys, mixing with people with disabilities whilst cameras flash; giving away your signature.

You should learn from the greatest philanthropists. Alas, it is too late.

If you want to make a difference for the disability sector, please go to jail and make sure that they provide the necessary reasonable and accessible accommodations for yourself and those with disabilities to follow.

Influence the correctional services authorities on what is required to have basic human rights in prison. No more, no less.

By not serving time in jail, you are ensuring that those facilities, should they not be accessible, will simply remain so.

You are fast, you are agile, you know how to use a weapon - so don't fear, you will survive. The only difference is that you won't have a fan club.

Stand up and show us the man that you said you were. Take your punishment, and you will see that South Africans are very forgiving.

You have lots to contemplate behind those bars and, I guess, still plenty of time to make a difference on this earth.

that is flipping amazing 

wasn't it just