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Another 05:00 start and day 6 of 8 days on the road and away from home. Thursday always seems to be the morning that hurts the most. I loved this Antarctic Memorial on the quayside of Cardiff Bay as I … Continue reading
The successful habit of reading
I read Wired magazine every month and have done for years. The optimism is infectious and the glimpses of our technological future inspiring. I read Intelligent Life magazine every quarter because, frankly, its intelligent, beautifully written and gives me a … Continue reading
Over the weekend it was a big surprise to travel with British Airways for the first time in a number of years. Here is what I liked: fast and efficient check in at LHR T1 easy transit from Paddington super … Continue reading
At work in Luxembourg
It has been a real education to see Restaurant Lea Linster in operation both Saturday evening and Sunday lunchtime, with over 45 covers at each sitting. The team here are true professionals and the synchronicity with which each course is … Continue reading
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How long does it take to secure a patient/client?
There is a story that, in the 1960’s, Chiang Kai-shek, leader of the Chinese Republic was asked what he thought was the effect on society of The French Revolution 1789-1799? His reply? “Its too early to tell.” In this 21st Century … Continue reading
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So – on the 17:43 from Colwyn Bay to Newport, arriving at 21:15 then hopefully a short cab ride to The Hilton for some kip before my first visit with a brand new member of my Top 20 Club tomorrow. … Continue reading
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Something happened at yesterday’s funeral that got me thinking. During the reception at The Axe and Cleaver in Dunham Massey, 2 photo-albums appeared, full of family shots dating back to the 1940’s. If perused, an almost complete journal of Ethel’s … Continue reading
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It has been a rare privilege today to re-connect with many of the Barrow family at the funeral of one of my Dad’s 4 siblings – Ethel Broome. Her son-in-law Peter shared with those assembled a short history of her … Continue reading
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Walking the dogs on a Bunker day (Source: https://www.youtube.com/)
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Much fun was had at Hale Grill last night. I think they may have read my earlier blog posts on the subject of their customer service, as we were told about 6 times in the first 20 minutes that the … Continue reading
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