Tag Archives: memory

‘Forgetfulness’ – A poem by Billy Collins, philosophy by Homer Simpson

Posted on May 27, 2011 by

I have been reading Billy Collins’ poetry recently, and have been struck by how he catches those very human moments that will resonate with many of us in a humorous, ‘hospitable’ (a word he apparently prefers to accessible) but incredibly … Continue reading →

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The Eurovision Song Contest – you’re awful, but I like you….

Posted on May 13, 2011 by

A cheesy title for a cheesy subject, but I couldn’t resist it. I have just been out to buy a lot of nibbles and a lot more alcohol and tomorrow from 8pm this household is going to par -tay. Seriously … Continue reading →

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Dandelions and bad hair days

Posted on May 3, 2011 by

Editor’s note: This is the eighth in a series of monthly mental health guest posts. This time we hear from writer Vivienne Tuffnell. Vivienne is the author of  the book Strangers & Pilgrims, blogs regularly at Zen and the art … Continue reading →

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The Grand National: or When is it time to end a family tradition?

Posted on April 9, 2011 by

This is an unplanned post, one of those I am prone to put out in response to an event that causes me to think deeply about an issue of importance to me. As I write, the BBC are once again … Continue reading →

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On Perfume – how a scent affects our identity, or the story of a ….

Posted on August 12, 2010 by

…murderer apparently. Not what we would normally associate with scent of course. The first thing that comes in to my mind when you say the word ‘smell’ is the response my daughter Evie aged 7 gave when asked how she liked … Continue reading →

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