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Back from the edge

back in the day, a band or artist could release an album and hit single and buy themselves their mansion. A few follow up albums and tours and then relax, earning an income from royalties from radio plays and occasional sales from record shops.

Questions

After I was made Town Mayor (of South Woodham Ferrers) in May 2020, the local free newspaper, the South Woodham Focus asked if I would answer twenty questions for them.

The Accidental Mayor

I had previously agreed that I would support Julia as Deputy Mayor, but suddenly and unexpectedly I found myself to be the person nominated to be Mayor of Chelmsford - an 'accidental Mayor'.

Heroes

So, like JFK, Elvis and Lennon, I remember where I was when I learned on social media of Bowie's passing. We still have his recordings, they will keep us company through the future.

Sign of the Times

(The Belle Stars) I know that of late this site has tended to becoming a foodie blog, reviewing restaurants and so on. And while I will probably continue to post food and restaurant reviews, if something amuses or annoys me then I might post it here. Recently I’ve become aware of conversations in my local […]

My Street

(Kurt Nilsen) Sometimes things just happen, call it ‘serendipity’. I’d been travelling up Manchester on a weekly basis for over two years, taking the nine o’clock Virgin train from London Euston and arriving in Manchester Piccadilly just after eleven. A major refurbishment of Manchester’s Victoria Station (Making Victoria Posh) has meant no effective tram service […]

Lyla / Layla

You may have noticed that I try and title each post with a title based on a song or album title. The title of this post is unusual because it contains two song titles, ‘Lyla’ from a song by Oasis, and ‘Layla’ from the Eric Clapton classic. A few weeks ago I thought it might […]

Elected!

I have written in the past about my decision to further my foray into local politics. In July 2008 I decided to rejoin (after a few years break) the local Town Council and, prompted by Val, decided to further my political career by making a play to represent my local area at Chelmsford Borough Council. […]

Doctor My Eyes

In September 2009 I noticed that vision in my left eye was slightly blurred. At first I thought it was the result of a barbecue flare up, but visited both my local optician and my doctor to check whether I’d caused any serious damage. The doctor’s opinion was that I had a cataract forming. Fast […]

Love and Affection

Today we said a very sad farewell to Gandalf, a loving and affectionate companion for over twenty years.

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