by | Aug 16, 2026 | UK Jul 26
I spent a little longer than normal writing up yesterday’s blog. I think that was partly due to the subject matter, which I wanted to take my time with and really do justice to, but I’m also starting to suspect my typing proficiency is increasingly affected by my...
by | Aug 16, 2026 | UK Jul 26
I chatted with Paul last night about the rigours and demands of caring for Dad. Funny enough, he asked whether I had written much about him in my blogs, so I’m making a mental note to include something about him in this entry. Paul was in fits of laughter after...
by | Aug 14, 2026 | UK Jul 26
For the second night in a row, I tried using a sleeping aid. Not sleeping pills, but a podcast designed to help you get to sleep. The idea is to find a substitute for the endless scrolling of Facebook reels. This particular podcast is called Nothing Much Happens....
by | Aug 13, 2026 | UK Jul 26
Knowing I’d be putting in a lot of hours behind the wheel today, I planned last night for a cooked breakfast this morning by taking some bacon and sausages out of the freezer to defrost in the fridge overnight. John was up with me, but he was happy with cereals, so I...
by | Aug 12, 2026 | UK Jul 26
Despite not having anything specific to do at the moment, I’m still somewhat struggling to accept that I can truly relax. I am getting better at it, but it continues to be an uphill battle for me. I’m doing my best to cast aside the ever-present feelings of guilt and...