Something New

As a rule I swerve new operas and plays. They are not always bad but that’s the probability. Conversely a new ballet is worth the detour but it’s less of an investment as it’s shorter.

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Back to School

Hands up if you have heard of Charles Hamilton, an English author born in 1876.

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Masterful Inactivity

“Masterful inactivity” was a maxim I learnt from my grandfather and it has helped me in managing my savings.

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Eight Wells

Llanover House in Monmouthshire lies about 150 miles west of London, at least it did until it was demolished in 1936.

A Green Journey

If you want to go on a green journey, pack wet weather gear and a fishing rod and drive to the West of Ireland.