Reading time: 2 mins Like most people over the years the things that I value, the things that make me happy, have changed. Despite appearances to the contrary here — specifically my gadget lust — I’m not particularly materialistic these days. I used to be much MUCH worse. Whilst I was never particularly fussy about labels, I was certainly…
Reading time: < 1 min It’s a difficult time of year to remain focussed. As I walk to work I look up at the blue sky, enjoying the morning sun on my face, and ponder the greater things of life. Why am I here? What is it like to be a seagull? Like that one flying overhead right now… what’s…
Reading time: < 1 min Friday evening. Beer, pizza and the opening game of the World Cup. Saturday morning, a quick trip into Hamilton in the morning then off to Ashton Lane in the afternoon. Of the two beer gardens we chose the wrong one, completely and utterly chock-a-block. Still, it’s nice to have a cold beer (Budvar) or five…
Reading time: 3 mins Finally, it’s here! Now, before I start, I’ll point anyone not interested in this to head over to ScaryDuck’s place. The World Cup kicks off today and with that in mind I thought it would be good to make sure we are all aligned and in agreement with some basic rules during this busy period.…
Reading time: 2 mins Hmmm not the best advised post title that one… or maybe it is? First up some ground rules. 1. I’m genuinely curious about this, so anyone flinging insults or nastiness about in the comments will be deleted and banned. 2. If I cause any offense with this then PLEASE let me know (anonymously in the…
Reading time: < 1 min In a pattern that may well be repeated in the following few days, I’m not here. I’m outside. In the sun. Frying to a crisp… where DID we put those bottles of sun cream from last year? And why oh why oh why can I never ever ever mention sun cream without thinking about Sunscreem?…