It was Daffodil Day yesterday, so I bought a bunch of daffodils. They looked like nothing in the shop. But when I got them home, trimmed the stems and placed them in the vase the blooms suddenly grew into huge, beautiful flowers. If you look carefully you’ll see the photographer reflected in the mirror. Some […]

Well once again the week was dominated by the Olympics extravaganza so non-sporting televisual enjoyment was a little difficult to find. I did my best though.Sunday: Swimming 1500 metres finalWhy didn’t Grant Hackett just go a little bit faster?? I’m sure it’s more frustrating and disappointing to lose by a little rather than a lot. […]

Well once again the week was dominated by the Olympics extravaganza so non-sporting televisual enjoyment was a little difficult to find. I did my best though.Sunday: Swimming 1500 metres finalWhy didn’t Grant Hackett just go a little bit faster?? I’m sure it’s more frustrating and disappointing to lose by a little rather than a lot. […]

This week I watched Pride and Prejudice with Laurence Olivier and Greer Garson in the leading roles. Having seen it many years ago (prior to my seeing the classic Colin Firth BBC production) I was keen to watch it again. I remember then thinking the costuming was a little strange, and now I know why. […]

This week I watched Pride and Prejudice with Laurence Olivier and Greer Garson in the leading roles. Having seen it many years ago (prior to my seeing the classic Colin Firth BBC production) I was keen to watch it again. I remember then thinking the costuming was a little strange, and now I know why. […]

I just finished watching my way through Guys and Dolls (I had started it on Saturday and made it nearly to the end). This now seems a rather uneven musical. There are some fantastically memorable songs (sit down you’re rockin’ the boat, luck be a lady etc) as well as some lengthy and terrifically forgettable […]

I just finished watching my way through Guys and Dolls (I had started it on Saturday and made it nearly to the end). This now seems a rather uneven musical. There are some fantastically memorable songs (sit down you’re rockin’ the boat, luck be a lady etc) as well as some lengthy and terrifically forgettable […]

Thankfully it has been a more productive day today. I persevered with the Arrested Development paper for some time, and although it was slow going I am starting to see a real way forward here, making connections with some previous work as well as considering some new possibilities. I also spent some more time on […]

Thankfully it has been a more productive day today. I persevered with the Arrested Development paper for some time, and although it was slow going I am starting to see a real way forward here, making connections with some previous work as well as considering some new possibilities. I also spent some more time on […]

It’s been a somewhat frustrating and sometimes annoying day today. I had taken half a day’s leave yesterday and today – and while yesterday was enjoyable as I came home and had a little nap before trotting out for coffee and cake, this afternoon was less relaxing. I had lunch out with some friends and […]