The Sleepover

At lunchtime yesterday a number of teenage girls – school friends of our youngest daughter – started arriving at our … Continue reading The Sleepover

Sunday Evening

Usually on a Sunday evening I would be making sure the kids have clean clothes for school, putting things in … Continue reading Sunday Evening

A New Chapter for Tumblr and WordPress

While cycling to work I typically listen to podcasts. You might think this a rather dangerous thing to do while … Continue reading A New Chapter for Tumblr and WordPress

Remembering Who I Am

It’s already Monday night. Whatever happened to the ENTIRE weekend? I seem to remember last posting a few words on … Continue reading Remembering Who I Am

A Summer of Song and Laughter

There was a moment this afternoon, while our house was filled with fourteen year old girls, that I couldn’t help … Continue reading A Summer of Song and Laughter

The Online Friendship Dilemma

We empty our heads into the keyboard, or share brief moments in photos and videos, and often come to know … Continue reading The Online Friendship Dilemma

Almost Getting Run Over

While cycling to work this morning I was almost hit by a car. I was busy cycling along, minding my … Continue reading Almost Getting Run Over

Anti Social Media

I just checked the temperature on my phone – it’s 33 centigrade, at 10pm. Madness. I’ve been hiding out for … Continue reading Anti Social Media

Written Hints from the Universe

Even though every logical part of my being tends to support the idea that the world is random, chaotic, and … Continue reading Written Hints from the Universe

Distractions Abound

While noodling around on the internet earlier this evening it occurred to me how many wonderfully distracting destinations there are. … Continue reading Distractions Abound