Thursday
“How are you feeling? Are you refreshed?”, I asked my mate over a beer this afternoon. We had met in Stockholm sharing a room at a youth hostel and became … Read the rest “Thursday”
My Blogs
Since 2002, I’ve been writing here about life, the universe, and everything. My interests include genealogy, history, and the arts. More recently, since July 2023 I’ve been writing about my experiences as a below-the-right-knee amputee.
Reality Bites
You know how after the Sydney Olympics there were all those volunteers who refused to take off their uniforms? For months afterwards you would see them walking around the city … Read the rest “Reality Bites”
The Slowest Lane
I’ve never really been a strong swimmer. Even into high school, I was forever in the “learn to swim” group. I never got a bronze medallion. In fact, I struggled … Read the rest “The Slowest Lane”
Marshmallow Spread
“Can you imagine feeding that to your child?”, I overheard a woman say to her partner at the supermarket tonight. For a moment I was besides myself with curiosity, wondering … Read the rest “Marshmallow Spread”
Lovin’ The Tucker
I had a big lump of lamb for the second time in three days today. The first time was at dinner the other night. The second time was for lunch … Read the rest “Lovin’ The Tucker”
Mylene Farmer
Here’s a song I heard while on holidays which I’ve been listening to a fair deal since I’ve been back. The song is by a French singer, Mylene Farmer. Without … Read the rest “Mylene Farmer”