Monthly Archives: November 2012

Goodmorning. Not Literally


I meet a man walking down the path on the river on an almost daily basis. He always wears black. Lets pretend I didn’t notice  that, because it would be bordering on the rude or inquisitive. The problem is that we … Continue reading

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Picasso


His companion hears the key scratch at the lock. Her body stiffens wondering about his mood. Often brooding, sullen and full of pique. No resemblance to his public face. He enters, slumping in his favourite chair. On his way home he passed … Continue reading

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Surprising Musical Interludes


Last weekend we went on a little trip and, among other pleasant experiences, paid a visit to the church where my daughter is  getting married next year. I was introduced to the Vicarene and had a good chance to look … Continue reading

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Just a Creme Brulee !


As time passes, and we leave the sheltered anchorages of our youth, lurking behind the cover provided by a couple of exam certificates, and  assembled competences, a bungler sometimes lurks within us, wondering if its safe to come out . It … Continue reading

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Albert


He was a funny old chap. He used to come by and do odd jobs for my aunt, and me and my cousins would sometimes watch him. He was a living block of gruff, practical no-nonsense kindness. He has been gone … Continue reading

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Only the Homeless Can Write


If only the homeless could write how would our world appear .How different would our sense of life become. I came across a Blog this week, written by a lady who is living in a camper van following years spent in an … Continue reading

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Tortured by Manners


The opening of the “Arts Centre for Disadvantaged Children” had been a great success with attendees including the Lord Mayor and several local dignitaries. Among those present, and a significant benefactor to the project, was the revered Mrs Mellidrew, a … Continue reading

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