Category Archives: Out and about

Trying to find my way around an unfamiliar corner of the north-east corner of Somerset, on a route I would not have chosen, there came music from the radio that reminded me of the history of the people of this … Continue reading →

Dad hated traffic. He hated traffic lights. He hated traffic jams. He would drive ten minutes’ extra to avoid a five minute delay. I’m not sure why he had such an aversion to traffic. He did an Institute of Advanced … Continue reading →

In understanding international affairs, the word “exceptionalism” is used of the United States. Exceptionalism is the idea that people of a country believe their country has a unique role within the world community. Perhaps it is a mistaken term, doesn’t … Continue reading →

He walked at a steady pace, staring straight ahead. Skin weathered like leather, clothes worn but clean, a black canvas bag over one shoulder. He was a sight I hadn’t seen for many years – a gentleman of the road. … Continue reading →

Google Maps may be excellent. The app may get me to places in optimum time, it may tell me where I am when I have no idea, but it is not tactile, and it has no sense of history. There … Continue reading →