How deep-seated is this hatred? Or is it doing exactly what the title suggests...To me, someone with roots in East London, Ireland, and Norfolk, "the runs" implies having digestive issues.So perhaps it's like that: hatred has diarrhea. That's an interesting notion; maybe it will self-destruct.But that's not what I intended. When did humans start despising … Continue reading Hatred Runs
Tag: compassion
I can and do
I can and do stick to my promises, unless health problems get in the way, which seems to happen more often as I get older.I wish I could call myself an adventurer in this life, but I can't. I was born here, didn't have much say in the details, but next time around, I plan … Continue reading I can and do
Lost Memories, Broken Hearts
MENTAL HEALTH, DEPRESSION, GRIEF, TORIES This is a tale about a dear mate, won't spill the beans on their name or where they're from, 'cause this one's pretty personal. Let me just give you the lowdown without giving away any specifics.So, we're having a chinwag with LBC playing in the background. My pal had lost … Continue reading Lost Memories, Broken Hearts
Sympathy
I've got this mate, known 'em since forever. They're a quiet sort, bit on the spectrum, and not feeling too great.See, they've been wrestling with the blues, and it got even worse when they lost their partner of two decades to cancer. And here's the kicker, it all happened like a flash, and their partner … Continue reading Sympathy
Crying out…
My joy's a bit muddled by sorrow, you see. Those tears of happiness well up when I witness the brave British rescue services pulling drowning asylum seekers to safety, all the while defying the reckless government's orders.It's wise to teach your child what a fool looks like.I'd like to declare this isn't a war, but … Continue reading Crying out…
School Roofs Crumble
I'm no spring chicken, as I've likely mentioned before. I find myself closer to the end than the beginning, not dramatically so, but steadily inching there. And when I ponder how my dear country is slowly deteriorating under the rule of those counterfeit politicians, it sends shivers down my spine about what lies ahead.Now, let's … Continue reading School Roofs Crumble
A Fool's Handbook 