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Author Archives: John
Righteous Indignation – Andrew Breitbart
“Them that control the narrative also control the way people think and react” Continue reading
Returning to Felixstowe
When I was a lot younger than I am now, I wondered with bemusement and a little contempt and arrogance why old dears should return to the same (what seemed to me boring) holiday destination year after year. Continue reading
Remembering the SOS Bus
I was reminded about the SOS Bus, which for many years was an important part of Southend night time economy Continue reading
Brexitwatch (14)
While it has only been 18 days since posting my last Brexitwatch episode, Continue reading
Trumpwatch (28)
I am noticing the time lapse between my adding new episodes to my Trumpwatch saga (this is my 28th) is increasing. Continue reading
Make me a channel of your peace
It seems to me, at this time especially, when people are in turmoil as to what is going on around them, Continue reading
Why I posted as I did regarding Greta
There is a certain irony that only three days ago I posted an article on my blog: “Choosing your words wisely”, recognising this is something I / we need to do, Continue reading
Revisiting the Gulshan Tandoori Restaurant, Southend
It has been a while since we visited the Gulshan restaurant, Continue reading
Southend town centre business and soup kitchens
A week ago, I reflected on how well my town, Southend, was served by soup kitchens (see here) Continue reading