My annual tribute to those who have served in conflict.
THE LAST HEROES
A DAY OF INFAMY
On December 7, 1941, 78 years ago today, the Imperial Japanese Navy Air Service launched a pre-emptive strike against the US naval base at Pearl Harbour, which President Franklin D. Roosevelt named […]
AT THE GOING DOWN OF THE SUN
Leaving a touching memorial service at the Royal Hospital, home to the renowned Chelsea Pensioners in London, and as the sun was setting, I came across a life-size silhouette of a silent […]
A CHILD’S CHRISTMAS IN WALES
Has is snowed at your house? Will you have a wonderful white Christmas? Christmas is a time to build happy memories. I remember, as a child, hearing the rich voice of Richard Burton […]
THEY SHALL GROW NOT OLD
World War I ended 100 years ago today and we are right to commemorate this centenary with solemn ceremonies.
THE INDOMITABLE ‘LUSH’ REACHES HER CENTURY
This week my amazing Mum celebrates her 100th birthday with two champagne tea parties. I couldn’t be more proud of her.
ON THE SUBJECT OF RESTAURANT CRITICS
Chris Nuttall-Smith was the second best restaurant reviewer I’ve ever read on Toronto’s culinary scene. My late friend Gina Mallet was the best.
THE NINETIES AND THE NOUGHTIES
It’s amazing how many world events we can forget or simply overlook when we’re otherwise engaged.
50 YEARS ON
We’ve checked out Belize, Costa Rica, Mexico and Florida and none seem to suit retirement. So now we’re thinking of going “home” to the UK.
BAGEL HARVEST THREATENED
With a late ice storm forecast, the Slobbovian bagel harvest might be doomed.
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