Monthly Archives: April 2004

We have a murderer in the house. Let me explain – last night a plate of delicious berries were defrosting o­n a plate o­n the worktop. I went through to prepare supper and let out a shriek. Next to the … Continue reading →

I have received a reminder from the vet to say that the dog and cat need their booster vaccinations. Last year, Dana dog was pronounced overweight. (By around 8 kilos). This year, she is sleek and slim. It will be … Continue reading →

     This is not the slimline Dana – but this is        the position she loves most. Well, any       position really as long as it is in water.      Watch this space for the sleek dog o­nce      she … Continue reading →

The Sunday Herald has published an impressive Power Map of the links between people in politics and people in the media in Scotland. The newspaper's conclusions seem to be that: (a) political success requires strong networking skills with those influential … Continue reading →

The new driveway is giving much entertainment at the moment. Firstly, there is the novelty of being able to try out new parking arrangements – Which way round do we face today?  Secondly, there are different methods of turning the … Continue reading →

Travelling in the car is useful space to work out talks, sermons and so forth. Earlier this week I was practicing my slot for the End of Term school services. It obviously gave a fright to o­ne man stopped behind me … Continue reading →

When I was at primary school – many years ago – there was a nasty custom whereby someone would shout out …. A pinch and a punch for the first of the month and no return whatsoever….. all the while administering … Continue reading →