Did you watch “The Great British Photographer” programme that aired on BBC TV recently? I am not keen on the “Great British . . .” format of programmes, where a contestant is thrown off each week but … [Read more...]

Which birthdays stand out in your own memories? Back in the day turning twenty-one was significant but nowadays it is being eighteen that marks a rite of passage. My earliest childhood birthdays have … [Read more...]

Last year’s birthday was during the first lockdown, but a few of my friends knocked at my door then stood respectfully outside my gate as they offered birthday greetings and gifts. It was obvious that … [Read more...]

REFLECTING I have spent one quarter of my life growing up, one quarter married and raising children and the remaining two quarters or ONE HALF living on my own. So I should be able to cope with … [Read more...]

The third day of the new year. Time to review the past three hundred and sixty six days, reflecting, reminiscing and relaxing after two weeks of restricted festivities. This time last year I went to … [Read more...]