For a bit of social interaction, a bunch of us started watching films simultaneously on Sunday nights, for the shared experience and quite a lot of silly banter via WhatsApp (and, later, Signal). We have watched: DateFilmNotes27th December 2020Die Hard3rd JanuaryDie Hard 210th JanuaryDie Hard 317th JanuaryGoldfinger24th JanuaryThe Spy Who Loved Me31st JanuaryFor Your Eyes … Continue reading Ciné Lockdown →

We continue to cope in the weird limbo that the world finds itself in. I'm definitely keeping Amazon busy, mainly with items in the following categories: Office & schoolwork supplies: erasers, felt pens, pencils, pencil sharpener, inkjets, mouse mat, stencilsDIY/housework-related: insulation tape, telescopic squeegee, paintbrushes, new kitchen plugs (when you do the washing up umpteen … Continue reading Lockdown Diary, Week 9 →

I've been remiss in so far not using this blog to record my thoughts, expectations and coping strategies for the Lockdown. Today marks the 8th consecutive Monday I've been at home rather than at work. My wife's been in the same position; our 5 year old has been at home since 17th March, and our … Continue reading Lockdown Diary, week 8 →