On this 4th of July

On this 4th of July let us remember the history and legacy of the greatest land in the history of the world (after Australia and Uruguay for those who would argue that point with me), the United Kingdom. For better or worse that sceptred isle set the tone for the rest and no country, despite their pretensions, have been able to match her in influence and success. (Until 1997)

Literary?

Dear Boadicea,

Despite not being a “literary” person, you did an excellent job at very short notice.

But what makes a “literary” person?

I certainly do not think I could be described as such. I did write a play at the age of nine but I feel that possibly I peaked rather early.

I know I am deemed to be a “creative writer”, as regards MyT, but I really did not feel anything other than an imposter.  Now that is not to say I didn’t enjoy being part of this group; I most certainly did. I started to write poetry, albeit very bad poetry,  but I enjoyed it and people were kind and provided constructive criticism and encouragement. It was quite an eye opener that I could turn my hand to anything more creative than a shopping list. I am most grateful that I felt I could even attempt this. Continue reading “Literary?”

I go to Rio

I’m in, the missus says fine so I’m planning.

Natal looks like a reasonable spot to use as a base.

We are looking for a small town like our own, we don’t care who gets drawn there, we’re just going to watch the football and enjoy the atmosphere.

I wasn’t aware that Sao Paulo was the most populous city in Brazil, I couldn’t go to Rio (too big) but I have to be at the coast.

It appears that both Recife and Natal are going to be host cities in 2014, which would make using one of them as a home base a whole lotta sense.

Anybody else want to join us?

When my baby smiles at me I go to…………………….. Continue reading “I go to Rio”