Gary Strachan – "Write" Said Fred
Whimsical observations from deep within an erratic mind
I've no proof last Tuesday evening's incident in a Niagara Falls bar was borne out of malice. The potentially scarring act may well've been a misunderstanding; or perhaps an accidental oversight by its perpetrators. I'll probably never get to know. I can be certain, though, that this occurrence caused a moment of unnecessary stress to its... Continue Reading →
Yesterday, I was the recipient of a scented candle Christmas gift. Apparently, when ignited this wax fragrance enhancer apparently emits an odour of wild mint. A welcome change from the usual cinnamon aroma which's ordinarily the family's festive season candle scent of choice. As yet I've not lit the candle; consequently, at this juncture am... Continue Reading →
Lately, I've regularly been accompanied with a background narration from an audio book. A literary entertainment medium which I've found solves the erratic concentration levels I experience when physically reading a hardback or paperback tome. Predominantly streamed while I'm driving, this method of audio delivery fuels seedling aspirations I've held for a few months of... Continue Reading →
I've been slightly delayed in penning this essay. A self-inflicted inconvenience consequential of me, on taking my seat at the coffee shop which's become my habitual lieu l'ectriture, misguidedly carrying out a system update on my laptop. This action rendering me unable to use my device for twenty minutes, resulting in a frustrating time during... Continue Reading →
The UK populous have spoken - Subsequently, this morning we woke to witness the new leaders were the same as the old leaders. As is the people's right in a democracy, by a decent majority, they've chosen their leaders and placed their trust in five more years of being governed by the Conservative (Tory) Party. Although... Continue Reading →
More out of duty than faith in any political party, I've just voted in the UK's General Election. To my mind, a ballot where citizens of this sceptred isle are perched between a rock and a hard place when it comes to selecting who governs...... Or should that be a cock or furry face?! Footnote -... Continue Reading →
This morning, in preparation for the Christmas holiday period, I picked up a bunch of non-perishable comestibles, along with a smattering of non-food products...... To clarify, I didn't just pick them up and proceed to walk/run out of the supermarket with a security guard in hot pursuit - I also paid for the items.Not only is... Continue Reading →
Despite being the 10th December, there remains a paucity of Christmas spirit within yours truly's capricious psyche. Apart from ordering a few presents online, thus far little has changed from my usual day-to-day pre-festive season existence. This afternoon, though, I'm hoping decorating a Christmas tree at my East Ardsley abode will be a catalyst to... Continue Reading →
Yesterday, I'd a conversation with an old acquaintance about Christmas gifts. It wasn’t a long conversation, moreover me asking him “Where the chuff’s my Christmas present, you tight get?!” Knowing I was joking he laughed and the conversation moved on. He confided in me he’d just undergone a minor hospital procedure to remove something on... Continue Reading →