After a slightly hesitant start, I am pleased to report that my fun on the Halfbike is going well. I have used it quite a few times locally and have been a tad more adventurous in going a little further. I’m really enjoying it! Plus I’ve leant it to my friend Bryan, after my friends Paul and Steve have each had a little go on it. Continue reading “Halfbike is going well”
Latest portraits
I thought I’d post my recent portraits. As you know I like people. Now I am just starting to think about where I should go with doing some portraits of people I come to know. Continue reading “Latest portraits”
At the interpreters
Ever since I left Probation, I have had the honour of returning to support the interpreters with their training. To be a little more specific, the local not-for-profit organisation concerned is also a mini college where people are able to train for their Diploma in Public Service Interpreting and each year I continue to assist. Continue reading “At the interpreters”
Silverfit – very worthwhile charity in London
Once again, being approached by folk who have found my blog makes blogging all the more interesting. Most recently is an organisation called Silverfit and this is how it goes. Continue reading “Silverfit – very worthwhile charity in London”
Why I’m teetotal
A few years ago I posted the article below about why I’m teetotal on one of my other blogs. It has had thousands of hits from all around the world. As it is something I feel strongly about, I decided to repost it here. Please feel free to comment regardless of whether you agree with me or not.
Reflections on retirement
A little while ago I was filmed by Tim Latham of Unretired LLP concerning some of my own reflections on retirement. My first six months of retirement have been amongst the happiest times in my life and it still isn’t wearing off! Continue reading “Reflections on retirement”
Rusty screws + old toothpaste = frugal living!
I do like a bit of frugal, thrifty living going on these days, it helps eek out our modest income and is a bit of fun turning unwanted things into cash. So here’s a few examples of current decluttering and turning unwanted trash into something worthwhile. I would never have believed there is a demand out there for old rusty screws and toothpaste…… Continue reading “Rusty screws + old toothpaste = frugal living!”