Sticky wicket Sticky wicket A sticky wicket (or sticky dog, or glue pot) is a metaphor used to describe a difficult circumstance. It originated as a term for difficult circumstances in the sport of cricket, caused by a damp and soft pitch. The phrase comes from the game of cricket. "Wicket" has several meanings in cricket: in this case it refers to the rectangular area, also known as the pitch, in the centre of the cricket field between the stumps. The wicket is usually covered in a much shorter grass than the rest of the field or entirely bare, making it susceptible
The Cow Who Wanted to Be a Hamburger The Cow Who Wanted to Be a Hamburger The Cow Who Wanted to Be a Hamburger is an American independent short film directed by Bill Plympton. It was screened first at the Annecy Film Festival and after a running at numerous other festival was nominated for Best Short Film at the 38th Annie Awards. Director Bill Plympton said the film "was made almost by accident". "The Cow Who Wanted to Be a Hamburger" was screened in the official selection of the Annecy Film Festival, being nominated for best short film. It is one of the five nominated short animated films