Moving through life's seasons
Just as Donald Trump and Theresa May have had their own very awkward meeting, I’ve had mine. Without being too political (I’ll save that for another time) I was outraged by Donald Trump talking on BBC Radio 4 as I drove to work yesterday. While I’m not really a fan of Theresa May or her current Government, I do have some real sympathy for her. Continue reading “Very awkward meeting”
With my early retirement fast approaching, I have found myself becoming excited about the future – my escape plan is well underway, I’m counting the days down and I guess I’ll soon be a member of the FIRE club (Financially Independent, Retired Early). After all, you might have picked up already how I’m a naturally optimistic person; I always look on the bright side of things, always looking forward to the future. Continue reading “God why are you doing this to me?”
This is the second time I’ve had a blocked catheter. The above photo was taken this morning, after the blockage was dealt with. Clearly there’s something going on. Continue reading “Blocked catheter”
One of my friends, Brian, is known for his thoughtful poetry and art, so I asked if him about retirement. In no time at all – and while he was on holiday – this is what he came up with: Continue reading “Guest blog – a retirement poem”
I know the thought of exercising with a catheter is a pretty weird, unappealing and obscure topic but definitely worth mentioning at this stage. Sorry if you’re one of my friends catching up with me! Continue reading “Exercising with a catheter”
Things are a bit mixed at the Council right now, so I thought I’d post a work update.
Now that I’ve booked my outstanding annual leave, my last day working for the Council is on 26 July. My last day at my desk doing an effective day’s work will be 20 July – not long to go! Continue reading “Work update”
Whenever I can, I like to mark the longest day in some way. This year I got up at 3:00am and went for a mid summer run – it was amazing! Continue reading “Mid summer run”