Charity begins at home.

Since we gave refuge to Cheeky the cockatiel I’ve discovered some less pleasant aspects of my character. Before I go into detail, please understand that I love all creatures great and small (except for cockroaches) and I wouldn’t deliberately harm any of...

A chocolate Easter…

As I sit here waiting for inspiration to kick in for my special Easter Saturday blog, I’m sipping a coffee and munching on a chocolate rabbit. I began with its ears and I’m now down to it’s belly button. It’s been a while since I’ve...

A book by its cover…

Have you seen the recent YouTube clip of Jonathan and Charlotte’s audition for “Britain’s Got Talent?” Once again Simon Cowell put his foot in it. He took one look at the shy, overweight young man as he walked out on stage and turned to whisper...

Warning: Wedding evokes feelings and stuff…

The Old Boy and I attended a wedding on the weekend. He was the officiating minister, which was a delight for me. Partly because I’m always proud of what a great job he does and partly because he looks drop-dead gorgeous in a suit. (He only wears them for...

Three cheers for the Hague

So, Lubanga has been found guilty. It couldn’t have happened to a more deserving fellow. ‘Who’s that?’ I hear you ask. He’s described as a ‘Congolese rebel leader’ but I think that’s too polite. I call him a wicked...