That old man that's over the hill

Sunday, 14 August 2022 - 10:37 pm - No comments
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In less than four weeks I shall be turning fifty. Whether I like it or not, and whether I am ready for it or not. The truth is, I am not ... [Read on]

Cruel summer

Saturday, 16 July 2022 - 8:07 pm - No comments
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There is a heatwave on the way, and it starts tomorrow. Three days of temperatures in the 30s, and even managing to push into the 40s ... [Read on]

In the pink

Thursday, 26 May 2022 - 11:06 am - No comments
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Hannah has a new bed. One of those scroll/sleigh/Chesterfield type beds. And because it is her bed, it is pink. The old one lasted eight ... [Read on]

Dimmock of the week

Tuesday, 26 April 2022 - 9:59 pm - No comments
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Spring is finally here. The blossoms are on the trees, and the grass needs more frequent cutting - else it gets invaded by dandelions and ... [Read on]

Whatever next

Monday, 7 March 2022 - 9:10 pm - No comments
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Life is just crazy at the moment. First we had the nonsense that was Brexit divide our country, all to please the millionares and the ... [Read on]

A new spin

Sunday, 13 February 2022 - 12:06 am - No comments
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Following the recent demise of the 35 year old Dual CS505-2, I elected to purchase a new turntable to replace it. Not an easy choice when ... [Read on]

Push and turn

Monday, 7 February 2022 - 12:10 pm - No comments
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The new vacuum cleaner arrived this morning, and the first run was a joy. Yes it wore me out, pushing that heavy beast along as it pulled ... [Read on]

I promise I'll suck

Monday, 31 January 2022 - 3:19 pm - No comments
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Pet hair be damned, because I am coming for you! That old vacuum cleaner that wheezes like an asthmatic is being replaced with something a ... [Read on]

Tally-Ho old chap!

Tuesday, 25 January 2022 - 7:58 pm - No comments
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This government has much to be ashamed off - not least of all in recent weeks with the revelation that, while we plebs were dutifully ... [Read on]

Taking the dis

Monday, 13 December 2021 - 10:09 pm - 2 comments
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It is a sad fact that I am headed for disability. Over the years I have been feeling the onset of osteoarthritis, and delighting in the ... [Read on]