I've been getting some lessons from an Astronaut. So now I know how to stay alive in space. It could be useful. But what's even more useful is how the lessons are applicable to life on Earth too. Astronaut Chris Hadfield's book, "An Astronaut's Guide to Life on Earth" is fascinating. In one section he talks about "attitude". Now if you're anything like me, you'll be thinking attitude is a state of mind. But in space travel, it means something entirely different. In … [Read more...]
The 6 Year-Old Who Walked on Water
I was beginning to feel a twinge of emotion. 50 years was a long time. The five-minute sail across to the island was providing me with plenty of time to contemplate. What would I remember after so long? My gaze broke away from the small passenger boat’s swell, and I began to stare at the looming castle perched high on the small island. One particular childhood event was permanently etched in my memory. I must have been about 6 years old. At that time, Dad worked on the … [Read more...]
Here’s Some Free Binoculars
We bagged another bargain! But we very nearly missed out. Let me explain... Last month we joined the National Trust. And we're taking advantage of our membership, visiting some fascinating places in the UK. Winning Already In less than a month we've been to four sites: An abbey which dates back to the year 1132 A historical house with a priest-hole, dating back to 1530 A preserved textile mill from the Industrial Revolution A Gothic Revival house with massive … [Read more...]
How to Get Paid for Shopping
I hate shopping. So I cheat a bit. I buy online. That makes it a bit less painful. But even when I shop online, I think it's only fair that I get something in return for my troubles. That's why I love cashback websites such as Quidco and TopCashBack. They give me some money back on my shopping. But it's not like at the Supermarket when they ask if you want some cash back - but end up taking it out of your bank account. Nope. This genuinely is money given back to you. Too … [Read more...]
What’s a Vlog?
"What's a vlog?" Hmm. How do I answer my friend's question in a few words? "It's like a blog. But with video." Seven words. I was quite chuffed with that. He thought for a moment. "OK... I get that... I know what a blog is... it sounds good." "So..." I continued. "That's what I'll be doing. And that's why I shot the video today on my phone. Thanks for taking part in it." And that's what today's blog (sorry, I mean vlog) is about. It's an insight into my … [Read more...]
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