When I started blogging it was more likely to be a brief little fart of an idea than a polished and honed piece of lit-er-ate-ewer. Any old post out there is far better than the incumbent state of blogstipation. That's why I'm going to treat you lucky people to snack sized wisdom - quote-style. If I can be bothered, it might even … ... more ...
How to Recycle Unwanted Gifts
We’ve all been there. It’s Christmas or our birthday, and we’ve opened many presents. Most are amazing, however, some a little less so – what’s a person to do? Say … ...more...
Life is too short for making excuses
Today began with the shocking news that a very lovely woman had died. I met her on my writing course and hoped that we could become friends. My heart aches and I … ...more...
Top Facebook crimes
A post from 2013, but this week Facebook reminded me that it was 10 years since I first posted a status - back in the day when you'd be happy to be poked by a chum. … ...more...
Never say you can’t keep up – even if you think it
Or why there has never been a better time to be getting on a bit. There are times when it feels just, ever so … ... more ...
All the things I’m not writing about this week
My head is very full at the moment and there are dozens of things I want to write about. I've already forgotten some of … ... more ...
Ways To Give Back And Raise Money For Those In Need
Giving your time and effort to those who deserve it the most is always going to be a rewarding experience. There are … ... more ...
Mental load: at last, a name for that thing
You should have asked. It's the title of a comic strip in the Guardian by French feminist artist Emma. It … ... more ...