50 FFS

So today I'm 50. That's not an issue, beyond the obvious dwindling of my capacities. More a case of what the hell have I done with 50 years? Aside Before you worry this will be too deep, as Ford Prefect might say, don't panic, the following is just minor introspection and largely obvious realisations. It's not … Continue reading 50 FFS

Oranje is the Colour and a slight Football Rant (Netherlands v Costa Rica – Game 8)

The final game of our trip and a chance to see a team that started my wider exposure to football, different nationalities and their associated cultural heritage, Holland. I suspect the Netherlands is now more technically and politically correct but they'll always be Holland to me and my reference point to how the beautiful game … Continue reading Oranje is the Colour and a slight Football Rant (Netherlands v Costa Rica – Game 8)

M. I. A.

The old hat finally decided to shuffle off this mortal head and is MIA. He'd seen better days but was a faithful old companion having traveled far and wide in the name of shade. So a Fortaleza beach purchase to the rescue and I can continue to keep my noggin covered against the sun's fierce … Continue reading M. I. A.