… while nervously pacing the borders of the world of real writers, like a demented polar bear in a zoo, I am slowly gaining the confidence to say it out loud: I am a writer. … More Excuse me; are you lost?
Some people work very well under pressure.
I didn’t think I did, until this last week. … More Under pressure
‘There are far, far better things ahead than any we leave behind.’ CS Lewis … More Review/Preview 2022/23
One of the great benefits of frequent travel is the almost infinite opportunity to people-watch. … More People Watching
‘We celebrated Christmas last Saturday. Yes, the full, bulging, indulgent, glittered stocking of festivities…’ … More Missing the Christmas Rush
I don’t have pet peeves, I have whole kennels of irritation – Whoopi Goldberg … More Milestones and moans: 5 things that drive me mad
Africa has more than a modicum of talent herself. … More African vibe
It’s amazing how much hope the sight of a single flower can bring to a weary heart. … More Flower Power
In these enlightened times, we are all rightly encouraged to be sensitive to those of different backgrounds, ethnicities and traditions in order to bridge what has sometimes been, not just a gap, but a yawning chasm between people groups. … More Crossing The Cultural Divide
My mother has just celebrated her 90th birthday. … More Milestones
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