Tilley's New Teeth
A space in the middle of your front teeth, some say, adds character. No it doesn’t. Mind the gap!
Chairman of the Marathon
I loved running when I was a boy. I’m now extremely happy to pass on that joy.
Avoiding The Brazilian
I read stories in newspaper articles like most people. But sometimes I just have to write poems about them. Any man reading this should be put off bananas for life.
I Find That Hard To Swallow
In 2008 we were treated to the Beijing Olympic Games. Before the competition commenced I read an article in a daily paper telling its readers of some of the culinary delights eaten in the location’s homes and restaurants.
Laugh And The Whole World Doesn't Laugh With You
Have you ever stopped to realise that no other animal, bird, insect or fish can muster a grin or a chuckle apart from us homo sapiens? Aren’t we the lucky ones!
Never Say Die
‘Memories, like the corners of my mind.’ I don’t know about you but I have no idea what shape my mind is and whether it even has corners. But it certainly has pockets that, when dipped into, are chock full of memories. Here are some that I’ve found.
Watch This Space
Some years ago I read a story that high street banks were charging us to withdraw our own money from their cashpoints. Do what? --- It got me thinking.
Silent Witness
Silent Witness - great series, superb actors, gripping storylines. But have a thought for the squeamish, the thin-skinned, the haemophobic viewers hiding behind the sofa.