Gorgeous Day
It’s Sunday evening, it’s reasonably warm, although there’s a light breeze making conditions just perfect, and someone, somewhere in my neighbourhood is having a barbecue.
I went out for a … Read the rest “Gorgeous Day”
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.
Genre Check
GENRE CHECK
I was chatting with some people at work yesterday about musical tastes, blah blah. And because it’s well known that I’m an ABBA fan, it was automatically assumed … Read the rest “Genre Check”
Tour Guide
It’s Monday night and I’m having a beer at the end of a long hot day in Sydney. According to the website of the Weather Bureau, the temperature in Sydney … Read the rest “Tour Guide”
Chinese New Year
It’s Monday night and, to be honest, I’m a little tired, though I have no desire to go to bed yet, although I should since I need to be at … Read the rest “Chinese New Year”
Winter’s Discontent
Although I really liked this play, my friend, Colin hated it. Really hated it. And not just in an indifferent kind way, but in a seething kind of hatred. Although … Read the rest “Winter’s Discontent”
Elvis Costello
I really wanted to see Elvis Costello with the Sydney Symphony Orchestra. I’ve long admired his work, as he combines a wonderful whimsical lyric and vocal style, with exceptional melodies. … Read the rest “Elvis Costello”