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Opposable Thumbs
General rant. State of world. State of nation. Digits.
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The List
My mother died as she lived. In Marks and Spencer's Food Hall.
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My Mother And I Agree On Something
I lost my Mum last month. She was a funny and wise woman, and I wrote this last year after a conversation during which, for once, we really did agree on something.
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The Restructure Roundel
Met up with a former colleague the other day. This is for all those who are now, or ever have been, working in public services.
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Not Quite The Eve Of Destruction (2017 IP)
‘Can’t I have one? Just one little one? I’ve been so good all year…’ ‘No you bloody can’t, and put that Scythe down or I swear to Me I’ll confiscate it for good.'
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I often think, when nations
Posted on Sat, 17 Jun 2023
I often think, when nations are trying to find a common bond, conversations about the mystery of the lost socks would do wonderfully, as this does seem to be an international phenomenon. Nice take on the IP!
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What an interesting take on
Posted on Sun, 18 Jun 2023
What an interesting take on the IP. I'm glad it turned out well in the end for Sharon.
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Poem of the Week
Posted on Sat, 10 Jun 2023
This sharp and unsettling piece of observation is our Poem of the Week. Congratulations!
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Story of the Week
Posted on Fri, 16 Jun 2023
This is also our Story of the Week. Congratulations!
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Pick of the Day
Posted on Fri, 16 Jun 2023
This beautiful and tender story is our Facebook and Twitter Pick of the Day! Please do share/retweet if you enjoy it too.
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It's all so heartbreaking.
Posted on Thu, 15 Jun 2023
It's all so heartbreaking. Those young people with all their lives ahead of them, and this gentleman with memories and experiences he should have had time to savour, reflect on and share. Very very sad.
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So glad that you are getting
Posted on Wed, 14 Jun 2023
So glad that you are getting so much support from your family. In the midst of all the concern, they must be so proud of you. What a lovely comment from your grandson! Your strength in being able to appreciate your good days is wonderful to hear...
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Gorgeous story, Paul, I was
Posted on Fri, 16 Jun 2023
Gorgeous story, Paul, I was absolutely hooked from the first sentence. The only slight quibble I had was with the last paragraph. I wanted Marie to be actually shown in that final scene - maybe a hand getting the fish out of the fridge or...
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Pick of the Day
Posted on Wed, 31 May 2023
This lovely celebration of music, love and discovery is our Facebook and Twitter Pick of the Day! Please do share/retweet if you enjoy it too.
Picture copyright free from Wikimedia Commons:...
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Wonderful, Di - it's so great
Posted on Wed, 31 May 2023
Wonderful, Di - it's so great when they find their wings! Music is such an amazing thing to share. I hope your son - and his percussionist! - continue to find much joy in their creations.
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