P is for… The Promise. This is a heartwrenching film, set against the backdrop of true events, namely the persecution of the Armenians in the Ottoman Empire as it began to fall. Set in 1914, this 2016 film has an impressive cast, including Oscar Isaac (who is magnificent here) and the ever-reliable Christian Bale. I […]
Time to catch up with this. O is next. Will it be another Disney movie? For once, no. It is a kids movie though. Over the Hedge, to be precise. This 2006 Dreamworks film was quite entertaining, largely because of Steve Carell as the hyperactive squirrel Hammy. It’s a typical animated affair, with obvious plot […]
This morning I awaken feeling happier than I have in a long time. The love of my wife, a hot cup of coffee (two cups actually) and a spectacular new update for Super Mario Maker 2 have all conspired to put a smile on my face. Now I watch my daughter indulge in reading books […]
It’s not finished (not nearly), but here’s the outline!
https://wp.me/p40Hj2-3Mh Excellent article from Wee Ginger Dug!
The lockdown is rumbling on till at least early May, and I am finding myself losing patience with a lot of things. They might be small things to some, but they’re things which nonetheless have been irritating me. For example, on Mario Maker 2, I’ve found myself booing several levels and being quite critical of […]
For the past few days technical trouble has scuppered site updates, but, thanks to the wisdom of my brother, we’re up and running again!
I felt a bit frayed today. There’s a little pit of worry, anxiety, in my chest, not helped by a trip to the supermarket that saw people getting in my way nearly every single time I went to grab what I needed. The longer this situation continues, the more I suspect it will unsettle me. […]
Breached the 70K mark on my wip! Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaah!
This is just sheer absolute, exquisite beauty.
I have eaten too much pizza.
I don't think it's up to you to decide what's best for women, nor whether or not men can find them attractive...
What’s the most fun way to exercise? I know of a fun way to burn off calories, but I’ll not be sharing the details here! I don’t know if I could call any of the standard means of seeking fitness ‘fun’. I’ve been doing regular sit-ups since the start of April, interspersed with a few […]
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