‘Elf and safety – common sense in a high-viz jerkin. I am not one for paying too much attention to health and safety. In fact, I’m a reformed rule-flouter. No longer reckless, reck must have arrived at some point. But today began with me trying to clean my teeth with some fancy facial scrub that also comes in a white tube with … ... more ...
Is the Thought Really the Only Thing That Counts?
When picking a gift, people usually mention that it’s the thought that really counts. But how true is this, and what does it actually mean? After all, if it’s just … ...more...
Eden: Paradise Lost – some questions
Eden: Paradise Lost Well, that was a depressing programme? Eden: Paradise Lost was an ‘experiment’ where 23 people were put into a remote part of Scotland … ...more...
A poem – In a moment
First things first, nothing horrible has happened and everything is rather fine at the moment. I just wanted to see if I could catch the feelings in that moment when … ...more...
Out of the blue – the psychology of colour
I hope you’re in the pink, chums. You’ve caught me red-handed trying to tickle the amused buds of your grey matter with … ... more ...
Summer holiday in pictures
This year lack of forward-planning and money meant we were holidaying in the UK, near Hexham. As it turns out this was a … ... more ...
Woman on close examination
I like peering at things. The closer the better. Sometimes you find things you didn't … ... more ...
Is there a place for baby talk in the office?
An old post, but what do you think? I surprised myself yesterday. Working in an office, I overheard someone talking … ... more ...