loose connections

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One evening shortly before Thanksgiving 2012 a good friend and I whiled away half an evening in a bookshop in San Francisco. Having been in the states for about a month, I had realised that with the exception of required … Continued

Perspective

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I’d be lying if I said that the turn of this year hasn’t been marked by a lingering disappointment that for now and the forseeable future I will not be make a living from research and teaching. Although I am … Continued

soul man

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Over the last 12 years I have always been the proud owner-wearer of at least one pair of Dr Marten’s boots. It’s hard to enthuse enough about how awesome they are, comfortable, waterproof, durable, wear them to work, dress them … Continued

10 things I love…

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… about America, (or at least this part of it, especially for Babydoll and without caveats) 10 – the sunshine 9 – outdoor concerts, festivals, theatre (without rain!) 8 – places to explore – coast, city and mountains 7 – … Continued

Critters

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Thought it was about time I made a list of all the native flora and fauna I have seen while out and about (introduced a la Bridget Jones with pertinent facts) Giant swallowtail butterflies – the kind and size we … Continued