Author Archives: sam

I don’t have kids, but I appreciate that people who do are fond of them. I’m fond of them too, provided they aren’t screaming into my ear and haven’t yet picked up any bad habits from their parents. So let … Continue reading →

(posted on a busy forum) It’s lovely to be liked, and I should really learn to do as the Romans do, but I just can’t like things I like. I’m making a full confession now because I think it’s something … Continue reading →

The only reason I’m posting this here is because it’s sinking down my Twitter page and yes, I was rather pleased with it. As usual pride goeth before a fall. After a sabbatical I’ve once again taken up my urgent … Continue reading →

Two years ago yesterday I passed my UK driving test. This means I’m no longer on probation; until today, if I’d gotten as few as two speeding tickets I’d have had to go through the entire horrifying process over again … Continue reading →