A personal reflection on Luke Combs’ album “Fathers & Sons,” which resonates profoundly with my experiences as a father and son.
Defensive Woes: Why Wolves are Facing Premier League Relegation
Wolverhampton Wanderers are struggling in the Premier League, sitting in 18th place after conceding 32 goals in just 13 games. While their offense has been relatively effective, their defence is their main issue, with a projected 94 goals conceded by the end of the season. Historically, teams with such poor defensive records have not avoided relegation. If the defence is not improved, relegation is inevitable, and current manager Gary O’Neil may not be the right person to fix the problem.
From Twitter to Bluesky: Seeking a Better Social Media Experience
I have moved from Twitter to Bluesky, seeking a better social media experience. I tried other platforms like Threads and Mastodon but found them lacking. Bluesky offers a more pleasant atmosphere, though it faces potential challenges as more users join.
A Weekend of Endless Miles and Family Bonds
I spent a busy weekend driving 820 miles due to a medical appointment, a funeral, and helping my son return to university after a train cancellation.
Updating My Digital Space in a Fast-Changing World
I discuss updating my website to be more modern, reflecting on the evolving nature of web design and social media. And I reminisce about past trends and express frustration with current platforms. I value my blog as a personal space for mental health and reflection, despite the changing digital landscape.
The Magic & The Memories – Reflecting on My Son’s Youth Orchestra Journey
I recently attended my son’s last performance in the UK with the Northamptonshire County Youth Orchestra and it triggered a lot of emotion and a lot of memories.
Continuity Challenges & the Art of Retcon
The author faces challenges in maintaining continuity while writing interconnected stories set in a shared fictional universe on the south coast of England. This includes managing timelines, character interactions, and consistent details across currently unpublished and previously published books. They consider creating comprehensive maps and timelines to aid in ensuring consistency and coherence.
I’ve always been a Writer
The author shares their lifelong passion for writing, which began in childhood and continued despite various life changes. Notably, they recall writing imaginative stories praised by teachers, maintaining a diary during teenage years, and reigniting their writing hobby via the internet in their twenties. They’ve published novels and short stories under a pseudonym and emphasize the importance of daily writing. Starting a Substack to explore diverse topics and continue their writing habit, the author views daily writing as essential practice.
Get your Mute on
Last night I decided I’d finally had enough of Piers Morgan’s personal vendetta against The Duchess of Sussex and muted him on Twitter.
How did I end up with a Blog?
Yesterday I paid the invoice for the hosting of this site and the domains that go with it. That’s what prompted me to finally complete that post on streaming services that I started writing back in February. It’s not expensive, but I guess some would see it as unusual for someone like me—just a normal bloke with nothing to sell or anything like that—to pay for a website when there are so many free options out there. Particularly when I’m not exactly a regular poster. It’s not like I’m writing a new entry every day or even every week.
