First off, I just want to begin by apologising for not posting this yesterday. I’ve been feeling unwell the past couple of days and I just didn’t feel up to doing much of anything yesterday except sleep and read. Still,… Read More ›
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Anticipating Autumn (2016)
I don’t normally look forward to autumn, and this year is no exception. However, I am looking forward to autumn 2016. Why, I hear you ask? Let me enlighten you. In autumn 2016 (from 14-31 March to be exact), I… Read More ›
Random Note #7
Today, on this ANZAC Day, I honour the memories of all those who have fought for our freedom and the freedom of our children and grandchildren. I honour those who have died in battle. I honour those who suffered and… Read More ›
Eggs, Eggs and more Eggs…
Easter. Chocolate. Bunnies. Bilbies. Children. Hunting. Yawns. Laughter. That’s right. It is Easter once again, folks. And what a wonderful Easter it has been for my children. I, like most parents, am exhausted. Last night (being Easter Eve), I had… Read More ›
My Thoughts on Valentine’s Day
Valentines Day. You know it’s coming. The stores are scattered with chocolates, jewellery, hearts and roses. Retailers are trying to persuade you to show you care by buying your love the perfect present. Young men are screwing up the courage… Read More ›
The Chemist’s War
It was Christmas Eve 1926, the streets aglitter with snow and lights, when the man afraid of Santa Claus stumbled into the emergency room at New York City’s Bellevue Hospital. He was flushed, gasping with fear: Santa Claus, he kept… Read More ›
Rafferty's Rules is Closing Down 