Every now and then life will lean over and slide an ace across the proverbial table just to prove that, […]

I often take myself out on “dates”. Alone. I like to go and sit in a restaurant, at a romantic little table, and watch people. I like sitting by myself. Other people often seem uncomfortable to see me sitting alone, but I quite like it. It is true that on occasion it’s a little awkward being solo, but awkwardness is another skill I excel at, so I even enjoy that. Wait-staff look concerned on my behalf as I request a table for one. They’ll ask repeatedly if I need anything, as though, perhaps, I’ll give in and order a companion from the menu. Nevertheless, despite the discomfort it seems to cause some, I really enjoy going out alone. Sometimes I’ll write while I’m there, but more often I just sit at my table and watch people. Because they’re perfectly fascinating.

I’ve realised that it’s not that I’m a loser who’s no good at things. It’s not that at all. The […]

There is a real, live monster that is so frightening it keeps me awake at night with the covers pulled […]

January of 2011 proved to be a rather heavy month. I wouldn’t say it was morose, but it wasn’t whistling […]

When something is unforgettable once learned, they say “it’s like riding a bike” … don’t they?! Of course, by now […]

I like things to be secured once I’ve learned them: “There! That’s one big lesson nailed down! Done!”. I want […]

Cartoonist Scott Adams said, “one “oh shit” can erase a thousand attaboys”. I tend to agree with Mister Adams on […]

I am not a believer. Religion, mysticism, Gods, Goddesses, Allah, Jehovah, Jahweh, paganism, ghosts, ghouls, apparitions, fairies, elves, spirits, sprites, […]

I was feeling pretty good about myself. Feeling rather urban-chic sitting in the window seat of a Newtown cafe. I […]