Category Archives: Thoughts

Floating…just about

Last evening I began the challenge of learning how to swim. This is attempt #2 for me, attempt #1 of my adult life. In short, it was a success – I didn’t freak out, didn’t panic and most importantly didn’t … Continue reading

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Resolutions, hopes & facing fears

Nearly 2 weeks into the new year and the cobwebs are finally being shaken off and new routines are in the early days of being forged. For starters I’m out of the 12 hour sleep routine I fell into at … Continue reading

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Hello & welcome 2011

It’s been a mad few weeks rounding up a pretty busy year. I started last year making a decision not to make any resolutions and I’m surprised to say I genuinely regret it. It might be a cliché but I’m … Continue reading

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Bon anniversaire, la France!

I love France. I say this having only set foot in the lovely country once but rather than call my love naive, hear me out. I love France for: Cheese – the stinkier the better and boy do they make … Continue reading

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Awards – are they worth the effort or the perspex they’re engraved on?

Spurred by Darragh’s post on how the Golden Spiders people are looking for feedback on their event ahead of this year’s gong-giving, I want to ask a few questions about the value of web awards ceremonies. Ireland is a small … Continue reading

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