We're in that odd, ethereal, in-between time. Christmas is over. The last scraps of turkey gratefully departed, trees and decorations in danger of making their way back into forced hibernation. Friends, family and gatherings temporarily on hold until New Years Eve. Work, for many of us, remains paused and seemingly further away and less important … Continue reading The in-between time
Tag: new year
Not a Happy New Year post
It's 2009. Having switched on the internet, radio and TV this morning, I've been bombarded with people wishing me a happy new year and it's getting rather dull. Don't get me wrong, I'm perfectly happy, I'm just not a huge fan of making a big thing about the calendar clicking over to a new year. … Continue reading Not a Happy New Year post
Another year looms
So, that's it, then. The end of 2008. It's a shame the two lingering memories I have are of being stuck in Thailand during the airport seizure in December and the torrid state of the world economy. Not to worry, though. Another year looms and I've therefore made a couple of resolutions. One, to finally … Continue reading Another year looms