Category Archives: Life
The Winter That Won’t End
I wouldn’t normally blog about the weather. Even by my standards, it doesn’t get much mundaner than that. How old and farty can you get? Today, though, I feel compelled to remark on the winter we’re having. I can’t recall … Continue reading
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You Know You’re Not In America When…
Ian just informed me that he got a bill from the health insurance company. Apparently his recent operation and hospital stay weren’t paid for by the insurance because he has a deductible. I immediately thought that it was unfortunate that … Continue reading
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Getting Back Into The Harness
I exercised on the crosstrainer for the first time since the my operation this evening. I also picked up Eloïse from school, biked into the city centre for a haircut and then hauled a huge amount of groceries back from … Continue reading
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Life Returning To Normal
I ventured out of the house briefly on Monday, for the first time in five days. The last time I was outside, the ground was lined with powdery snow and I was returning from my operation. On Monday, however, the … Continue reading
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Waitress Service
Waitress service is what I’ve been enjoying over the last few days, having been rendered less than able to look after myself. I just sit on the couch and watch TV, or sit behind my computer and surf the Net … Continue reading
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