It would've been my old man's 84th birthday today. At 9am precisely, and in no particular order, he'd have commenced a ring around of his three offspring in turn. After my siblings Ian, Helen and I had bestowed birthday wishes upon Malcolm, in his engaging Leeds accent, he'd have expressed gratitude for his presents. Our... Continue Reading →
Happy Horseplay Day
It’s April Fools Day. Consequently, we'll have a day littered with inane pranks, silly stories and tiresome practical jokes...... In other words it’s business as usual dans maison de Strachan. I find some practical jokes whimsical and innovative. For instance, yours truly was amused when hearing of a prank an acquaintance plans involving the filling... Continue Reading →