I’ve debated about writing this post for a while now. However I’ve decided to listen to Hemingway’s advice to F. Scott Fitzgerald. In a letter from 1934 he said to his friend “All you need to do is write truly and not care about what the fate of it is. Go on and write.” I’mContinue reading “La Felicita”
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Smiles, sixes and a little bit of home
Last Sunday was my lovely Mum’s birthday. For several reasons I wasn’t able to make it back home to celebrate with her and as a result, despite the fabulous day I’d had, I felt a bit of melancholy wash over me late in the evening. For the majority of the time, living away from homeContinue reading “Smiles, sixes and a little bit of home”
Out With the Old…
It’s been a busy couple of weeks here in Rome. A lot has changed. Since the start of this year I’ve moved house twice, started a new role at work, and I’m still currently navigating the crazy, bureaucratic immigration system of this country. The latter being very boring and frustrating so I won’t dwell onContinue reading “Out With the Old…”
Peace At Last
This morning I woke up early. In fact I hadn’t really slept much. Rather than try and fight the inevitable I decided to embrace it and get up. I donned my running gear, laced up my trainers and headed out the door before sunrise. I’ve recently started enjoying running again. The clearing-the-head effect it hasContinue reading “Peace At Last”
A New Chapter
(Warning: A self-indulgent, reflective post ensues. Normal sight-seeing recommendations will resume shortly.) Have you ever experienced the following feeling? You’re in a bookshop; a peaceful little haven of tranquillity. A slice of paradise away from the hustle and bustle of the tech-filled modern world. A rare vestige of time gone by. You’re blissfully perusing theContinue reading “A New Chapter”
Brand New Day 