Memories are made of these

When I awoke in the hospital ward, I could tell by the gradient of light coming through nearby windows that it was a little past mid-afternoon. About 4pm. Yellow, yet crisp, the light suited the seaside town’s aspect. Ascertaining that I was surrounded by elderly people in various states of consciousness, which did not surprise me,…

Snippets

Overheard: Keira and her father are playing a board game together; my daughter suddenly pipes up, “No daddy, I just want to do it the way I want to do it.” ****** The other morning the children were playing in Riley’s bed. Keira suddenly says, “The bed’s wet!” I then discovered Riley’s nappy must have leaked…

Things I can take or leave

Because I am of the MTV generation and feel neither highs or lows – thanks The Simpsons – I feel somewhat qualified to hereby list the things I generally say “Meh” to. Things I can take or leave Timothy Dalton as James Bond Apricots Bubblegum flavoured ice-cream Sand Vases that are awkward sizes. Especially those…