Life has been hectic recently, fine if in small bursts, otherwise it has an effect.
Hectic
Author: doug
Running again?
Have I been running again? The answer is just a little but hopefully more to come. This photo, by the way, was from 10 years ago and hopefully I can recreate some of those lovely runs and be plastered in mud! However, it all depends on the success of Thursday. Continue reading “Running again?”
The village telegraph
The village telegraph! I am happy to report the village telegraph seems to be working reasonably well these days. It makes me wonder how these things work and how valuable they are. Continue reading “The village telegraph”
Christians are a funny bunch
As a Christian, I know we Christians are a funny bunch. Perhaps we might appear a bit odd, weird and a bit different. Or maybe perfectly normal? Do we take everything seriously? I cannot help but be on the same wavelength of the spot-on Adrian Plass at times. Continue reading “Christians are a funny bunch”
Guest post: The Role of Taxes in War Financing Throughout UK History
It has been a while since I last published a guest post, although I often get approached and I turn the drivel down. This article, kindly sent to me by Lauren Wright of Ridgefield Consulting, was a jolly interesting read and definitely worth posting – yes tax can be interesting! While it is written with UK readers in mind, it will be illuminating for others around the world. Continue reading “Guest post: The Role of Taxes in War Financing Throughout UK History”
Nerdy DIY – compost
I must be such a nerd. Any other nerdy people out there who make their own DIY compost? I can hardly believe I’m blogging about this but somehow it seems so important and satisfying. Believe me – it is! Continue reading “Nerdy DIY – compost”
DIY satisfaction
I have an uneasy relationship with Do-It-Yourself, DIY as our lingo goes. Perhaps it is a mixture of confidence, expectations, level of skill, tools, materials, know-how etc. Nevertheless I have had a recent success! However, there’s more to it than simply bragging about my success. Continue reading “DIY satisfaction”