Yesterday I bumped into a friend on my way back from town. We got talking and he asked me what a typical week looks like. I am not too sure I have a “typical” week these days but for now, this is how my week is shaping up. Continue reading “My week”
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More tales from the Courtroom
About time for a few more tales from the Courtroom. This time it was slightly embarrassing for me and a time when I had a few questions to answer…. Continue reading “More tales from the Courtroom”
The benefits of a varied portfolio
Despite the promising title, we have had a real disappointment with our little nest egg. One investment fund has gone down the pan and we are now being advised to sell the remains for whatever is there (probably peanuts). For a moment, this got me really worried…. will I have to go back to work? In the cold light of day, no I doubt it, but in the middle of the night and lying awake thinking about it, it’s a terrible situation. Continue reading “The benefits of a varied portfolio”
Blog update – now in year 2!
Now I’m just creeping into year two with my blog, thought a little update and reflection would be about right. It has been a personal blog through an incredibly happy time, including my journey to early retirement and trying to stay on top of some health issues. Continue reading “Blog update – now in year 2!”
Coffee with a sermon?
One recent Sunday I spotted a tea/coffee station had appeared near the front of the church, just on the side and not far from the drum kit. It got me wondering if something new was going to happen…. Continue reading “Coffee with a sermon?”
My latest art stuff
I can tell you, I’m really enjoying all of my latest art stuff, please allow me to share a few thoughts on this. As ever I am always pleased to hear from folk as feedback on my blog posts. Sometimes it is a comment on the blog, though not often. Sometimes it’s through Twitter or via the blog’s contact page. Most of all it’s what people say to me personally – but it all counts towards a rewarding time through blogging. Continue reading “My latest art stuff”
The cost of food and petrol
Rachel keeps a close eye on our cash flows and there are a few surprising things coming up. This is mostly the cost of food and petrol but thankfully we are okay with this; but definitely not complacent. Continue reading “The cost of food and petrol”