There is a big sign up in our local chippy with an aerial photo of the UK parched after the heat wave in 2022, saying because of the dry weather the price of potatoes would increase. Some vegetables … (View Post)

Most of us have private property. I'm employed by the state, but it doesn't mean the state owns all my stuff, even that stuff I bought with my public sector wages. Though if the state paid … (View Post)

I went to Scone Palace last October, where I haf a scone, accompanying a bowl of soup. It was tremendously satisfying. (View Post)

I've just looked up Verity Lambert. What a remarkable career she had. Also produced Jonathan Creek. (View Post)

Actually, I'll add to this: what I like least about winter is dark mornings. The lightness of the mornings now is very welcome. Granted it goes away for couple of weeks now and I'll struggl… (View Post)