Category Archives: Parenting

That day always comes. Way too early. For our doggeroo, Vegas, it took 16 years for her time to come – but her time has come. I’ve had 3 dogs as an adult. Two Golden Retrievers and one, well, Vegas. … Continue reading →

Well, I’ve often said I’ve loved the ‘firsts’ as a stepdad. Their first day of school. Their first time on a roller-coaster. Their first crushes. Their first time eating too hot curry. But today, I have a sad ‘first.’ The-Oldest … Continue reading →

What do you do? Do you admit you were wrong? Do you hide the truth and never let her know she was right? Do you change your name, move to an island, and declare yourself a king? Or do you … Continue reading →

Each time we have to vote, the government sends out something that tells us what we need. It’s only two things, really –  A voter card and some form of ID (and I’ve worked at the poll stations, so everyone … Continue reading →

Vaccination I had thought that me getting the vaccine would end the pandemic. It didn’t. So much for the world revolving around me. But let’s ignore me for the moment and see what’s happening around the world. Dow is at … Continue reading →

I usually love to celebrate anniversaries. I celebrate June 6th D-Day by watching Saving Private Ryan and staring at my collection of unbuilt tank models. I celebrate the day I met the boys with a special present for them. I … Continue reading →