The secret lives of petrol attendantsI live within a triangle of petrol stations (that’s gas stations to any Americans that happen upon this tale). Depending where I am driving…5d ago5d ago
Not broken after allI’d like to talk to you about bereavement and loss. If that’s the kind of thing you might find triggering or uncomfortable in any way…Jan 6Jan 6
Not your bag?We supposedly live in an age of sexual enlightenment. Same sex marriages are a thing, transgender folks grace the covers of magazines, and…Dec 17, 2024Dec 17, 2024
A Transatlantic DilemmaI am just a day or two away from my latest Transatlantic trip and, once again, I find myself wrestling with my environmental conscience. I…Sep 19, 2024Sep 19, 2024
Animals First, Humans Second?Have you ever heard something so laughable, so ridiculous, so utterly preposterous that you’re convinced the person speaking to you is…Sep 10, 2024Sep 10, 2024
Journalists vs Influencers — We are not the sameDepending upon your viewpoint, the rise and rise of influencers and the creator economy is either just the latest trend or the end of…Sep 9, 20242Sep 9, 20242
The stories untoldMy eldest son moved out of the family home last week. I am pleased for him. He is moving on to the next chapter of his life; and he is…Aug 27, 2024Aug 27, 2024
Banishing the dreaded blank pageIs Ali Abdaal’s new ghostwriting app any good? [Spoiler Alert: It is, but for a very specific reason.]Aug 19, 2024Aug 19, 2024
Never to returnLearning to accept that I may never return to some of my favourite places in the world.May 28, 20241May 28, 20241
Hotels of noteDrawing inspiration from the courtesy notepads and pens provided in hotel rooms.May 14, 2024May 14, 2024