Becoming a FRSA

I have always clung onto my little sayings.  Believe me, I have lots of little sayings in my mind!  “Where does this lead? What’s behind this door? How can I make this better?”

It seems this irritating approach has led to me becoming a FRSA.  In plain English this stands for Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts.  Or the full, slightly long-winded title is the Royal Society for the encouragement of Arts, Manufactures & Commerce. Let me explain the journey…. Continue reading “Becoming a FRSA”

A close shave with the hygienist

A close shave with the hygienist
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Earlier today I had my regular scale and polish which turned out to be a close shave with the hygienist. I have this done every six months at the advice of my very nice and very expensive dentist.  She says that no matter how well you brush or floss, you can’t get rid of all the plaque.  Half way round something unexpected happened….. Continue reading “A close shave with the hygienist”

Financial Advisors called requesting a meeting

Bundle of £10 notes
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Over time we have had quite a few conversations with our Independent Financial Advisors about how we are funding my retirement.  We had been pretty sure where we were heading, then our Financial Advisors called requesting a meeting with the suggestion the previous advice was changing!  Continue reading “Financial Advisors called requesting a meeting”

Post HoLEP operation – how am I doing?

My unused bike collecting dust.

Post HoLEP operation – how am I doing?  Mixed bag in answering the question.  It is 9 days since I had my HoLEP operation.

They weren’t kidding when they said this was major surgery and I could have a month off work (if I were working).  I completely underestimated what it would be like.  In my mind, I thought I could take it easy for a few days and then I’d be back on my bike, running and everything else.  No way! Continue reading “Post HoLEP operation – how am I doing?”

My DIY mojo

Replacing a bathroom radiator Lately my DIY mojo has dipped and this has occurred at a less than ideal time but our friend Clive has rescued us.  Recently we had a little flood in our bathroom (you’ll need to ask Rachel about that!) and this has necessitated the need for a makeover in our bathroom.  I’m not feeling as confident as usual when it comes to DIY but I’m sure I’ll snap out of this soon.
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