Lord of the Lies
In any discussion about a group of kids being left alone, it won’t be long before someone mentions ‘Lord of the Flies’.…
Sometimes Weekly No. 23
I'm not looking forward to the summer holidays. I know that's a 'bad parent' thing to say, and I know I'm not alone.…
Sometimes Weekly No. 22
We like to think we're rational. We do everything for a reason. We balance up the pros and cons. Here's the truth... we're unpredictable, and completely irrational.…
Sometimes Weekly No. 21
I've been to the gym 3 times since November. 😳 All three have been in the last week.…
Sometimes Weekly No. 20
There's too much to read. Too many podcasts to listen to. Great TV shows to watch. Oh, and that new documentary I know I would love.…
Sometimes Weekly No. 19
I'm back! (Cue muffled applause). The newsletter took a back seat, as my kids took a front seat throughout this last year. In honesty, they took the driving seat, stole my keys, and headed the wrong way down the M4.…
Rubber band.
This last year has left me feeling like a rubber band. Stretched too many times. Holding far more than it was ever intended to support.…
Sometimes Weekly #18: Paradox.
I haven't been able to shake this feeling. The reality that I have more time than ever, coupled with the sense that I have less time than ever.…