Gary Strachan – "Write" Said Fred
Whimsical observations from deep within an erratic mind
Over the years I've put pen to paper (or typed text to Word document) in a variety of locations. Some the more pleasing environments of European holiday destinations, the kaleidoscopic garden at my Leeds home, along with my Uncle Arthur's orangery which has stunning views of the Great Wall of China....... Incidentally, the latter is... Continue Reading →
I had a drive over to Blackpool yesterday, dropping mater off at the home of long-standing close family friends - A clan who've been thick as thieves with my brood since meeting in their native Leeds in early 1960's. Although the tower town is a place I've not visited much in adulthood, it's a domain... Continue Reading →
When you reside in the United Kingdom, there has to be an acceptance (begrudged or otherwise) of the unpredictability of its temperate climate. Our summers are unlikely to bequeath us sustained periods of sunshine. However, on the flip side, unless you live in Frank the butcher's walk in freezer, winters are ordinarily milder than those... Continue Reading →
I travelled back to Blighty yesterday after an enjoyable seven days on the Balearic Island of Menorca. It was an unremarkable journey home, which started with an hours bus transfer from our hotel to Mahon airport. As with all airport transfers it was elongated by picking up fellow homeward bound holidaymakers from hostalries in our... Continue Reading →
Today is my final full day in Menorca. It has to be said it's been seven days of relaxation, lolling around, procrastination and the recharging of batteries. Yes you guessed it, such a tight ass I've been utilising the hotels power socket to render my rechargeable batteries fit for purpose again! Both Karen and I... Continue Reading →
I've just had cause to rebuke myself whilst laid around our hotel swimming pool. The self scolding became necessary after a random thought on seeing a topless women walk past my lounger. As someone firmly entrenched in middle age, when the women in question walked past my immediate thought was that she had majestic breasts.... Continue Reading →
Every now and then a unexpected comment or act is so random it cannot fail to bring a smile to your face. An incident of this very nature happened to yours truly yesterday evening, on the unexpected receipt of a text message. This electronic communication arrived at my phone during the evening while sat enjoying the... Continue Reading →
I've just been laid around the pool for a sun filled two hours with the iPod. There is something inherently calming about sitting around the pool in the sun listening to the summer soul sounds of Corinne Bailey Ray and The Lighthouse Family, accompanied by the sound of the slow eddying of the pool water. ... Continue Reading →
As an integral part of their survival, some birds fly south in the winter. I know you knew that, but I added it to set up a fascinating second paragraph that will hook you with it's insight, erudition and pith....... No I'm not taking the pith! Yesterday, I flew south for the summer...... Well not... Continue Reading →