Three predictions, post-coronavirus!

Summarising his most recent report, Branding Expert & Consultant at Lindstrom Company, Martin Lindstrom, says: “Psychologists argue that the most stressful situations we encounter in life are divorce, the death of someone we love, and moving from one home to...

From the Vault: Indulge!

Given all the anxiety and fear in the world right now, it seemed appropriate to revisit this post. Reflecting on my Uncle Max whose life was cut short when he was killed in the war made me think. How many of his dreams and aspirations did he not have the chance to...

Easter memories

Not that I don’t think of my wonderful, much loved Millie every day but this time of the year brings back extra special memories (and a few...

Another commercial

I’m not sure that this supposed Gore-Tex commercial is genuine but it is a lot of fun! It was made in 1995 would you believe? For some of us, it’s the holy week so please excuse me slipping this one in which crosses almost all boundaries I believe. Afraid of speaking...

Help the kids

I’m not sure I’ve ever mentioned it, but every Good Friday for many years I’ve been helping a group known as the Pied Pipers raise funds for the Royal Children’s Hospital. Whilst many groups, including the Pied Pipers, work throughout the year at their various...