Gary Strachan – "Write" Said Fred
Whimsical observations from deep within an erratic mind
Tomorrow sweethearts around the globe will drink a toast to mark a special day for the patron saint of love....... No, it’s not Chelsea footballer John Terry’s birthday, I allude to the perennial mid-February lovefest that is St Valentine’s Day. Throughout the world, enamoured couples will make affectionate gestures like the sending of red roses, chocolates and... Continue Reading →
On Saturday afternoon, I had a re-occurrence of the lower back problems I experienced during the week. I unaware of what caused the return of the pain, but the Strachan swear box has benefitted to my renewed cursing to such an extent we’re hoping to pay off the kids student loans. Thankfully, my discomfort had... Continue Reading →
Today's writing companions are the sight and sound of chefs displaying their culinary excellence on TVs Saturday Kitchen...... Or it was until a female Spanish chef started carving up octopus, causing my missus to turn the TV off. I’m not sure what Karen finds so odious about the act of preparing a cephalopod mollusc for human... Continue Reading →
I was reminded today that this time last year I drove a friend (who for the purposes of anonymity I shall call Dr X) to a day care clinic. I volunteered my chauffeuring services as he was scheduled to undergo a minor medical procedure which would render him unable to drive. As we sat in the waiting... Continue Reading →
Courtesy of a family friend’s gift, my wife Karen, my parents and I enjoyed Afternoon Tea at a local café on Tuesday. After a challenging few months for the family, it was pleasant distraction which we all thoroughly appreciated. After what seems like months of wearing scruffs and recently neglected grooming, I made a big... Continue Reading →
Thankfully, the deeply uncomfortable back pain that was my unwanted companion yesterday has eased considerably today. Subsequently this morning, milder curse words accompany the less intense twinges I'm experiencing during sudden lumbar movements, in particular during the act of sitting and rising. As a result of this improvement, every time I experience the distress encountered during sharply... Continue Reading →
A year ago today, Storm Imogen spitefully ravaged large areas of England and Wales. Causing devastation in her wake, the high maintenance Immy's attention seeking ensured her hissy fit received nationwide recognition, via numerous TV news appearances........... All this because her hubby Ian wouldn't buy her that little black number from Harvey Nicks! On witnessing... Continue Reading →
After injuring myself while over-stretching this morning, I’ve been tormented with lower back pain all day. Hurriedly making the bed having the consequence of me experiencing a day of suffering. I’ve never previously been afflicted with back problems, so wasn't prepared for how much it would restrict my movement, or indeed the resulting agony. Since this incident, I’ve had lots... Continue Reading →
Tale as old as time True as it can be Barely even friends Then somebody bends Unexpectedly Words from a lament in Disney’s movie Beauty & The Beast, accompanying scenes of thawing of the Beast's ill tempered behaviour; softened by the charms of enticing French girl Belle. The increase in warmth towards his guest, enhanced by her absence of fear at his grotesque visage,... Continue Reading →