Over the weekend I broke the little finger on my left hand. Apart from the agonising pain which subsequently ensued, this event brought with it a rather tantalising treat; a trip to A&E. Oh, I know what you’re thinking – that doesn’t sound like much of an outing. I’ll admit it’s not quite a night in […]
Thinking
Ever had a bad hair day?
I’m coming to the end of an extended absence from work, following a big gynae op which a lot of people Don’t Like To Talk About. As a result of my colleagues’ sensibilities there are a number of people who have wondered where I’ve been for the past twelve weeks. I suspect there has been […]
What's the worst thing you've ever done?
Have you ever done something you’re really ashamed of? I’m not talking heinous crimes here, so if you’re reading this from HM Prison Holloway please log off and find something more educational to do. I mean something which seemed funny at the time, but now you’re really quite embarrassed about? During my degree I worked […]
The Impatient Patient
I am not a good patient. Active people generally make very poor patients and as it is only the lure of unwritten words which keeps me still for very long, I feel terribly sorry for anyone assigned to look after me when I’m ill. It can’t be a welcome task. I had several nurses during […]
A funny sort of Mother's day
It’s been a funny sort of Mother’s day. I’ve had all sorts over the years. I’ve had the ones where I’ve spoilt my mother with flowers and cards, with breakfast in bed and a mess to clear up. I’ve had the ones I stubbornly ignored, hating the absence of cards from the children I had […]
Stocking tops
I work in a rather male-dominated organisation, with a hierarchy which is pyramid-shaped rather than pear-shaped. We have a strict dress code and a high regard for formality which means everyone ends up looking the same. I quite like that – it saves me searching for my personal style, which is buried somewhere beneath three […]