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.

Icebergs By Dusk

Bondi IcebergsI had a meeting at Bondi Icebergs late this afternoon, which was a really nice end to the day. As they look out of their full-length office windows, the guys … Read the rest “Icebergs By Dusk”

Eurovision 2006

Eurovision 2006

I’ve just watched this year’s “Eurovision Song Contest”, and in some respects it reminds me of ABBA’s win in 1974. Not that there’s any musical similarity between “Waterloo” and the … Read the rest “Eurovision 2006”

Frida- The DVD

Frida- The DVD

As a long time fan of Frida, aka Anni-Frid Lyngstad or “the dark one” from ABBA, I was really excited when I heard news of the release of this DVD … Read the rest “Frida- The DVD”

Tales Of The City

Tales Of The City

I’ve been a little sentimental, reminiscent of late, and so have been trawling through DVD shops in search of favourites. I picked up a copy of “Shirley Valentine” recently, and … Read the rest “Tales Of The City”

Combat Wombat play at Spectrum, Sydney

Feeling Sick

It’s Sunday night and I’ve just watched “Big Brother”. But that’s not the reason I’m feeling sick. I suspect a combination of overwork, travel and a degree of socialising has … Read the rest “Feeling Sick”