A simple philosophy

A simple philosophy

My miracle worker, Felicity, regularly posts great quotes on Facebook and this very apt one really appealed to me…   If you can change your mind, you can change your life. William James – 1842-1910 – American Philosopher    Simple, but true. Make it part...
Vale Barry Humphries

Vale Barry Humphries

I must have been 14 or 15 when I first saw Barry Humphries portray Mrs Edna Everage of 19 (I think) Humoresque St, Moonee Ponds. It was just prior to the 1956 Melbourne Olympic Games and she was offering accommodation for overseas athletes or visitors. Whilst much of...
Another Commercial

Another Commercial

I do love the patriotism of the Americans and this Ford commercial was ranked amongst the very best when it was produced. It’s long and somewhat schmaltzy but does make my eyes a little teary. But here is a real soul stirring piece of patriotism. Afraid of...
Proud of Your Work?

Proud of Your Work?

The other day I was having my regular three-weekly haircut when Bill, my hairdresser, did what he usually does after the cut is finished. He held up the mirror so I could see the back of my head and the cut he’d done. “You don’t have to do that,” I said, “You do it...