Since Thursday 7th July (the day that terrorists struck London), the only words that I can think of all begin with D. N.B This article is not an attempt at apparent clever word-play, instead its how my mind processes and… Read More ›
2005
Posts for 2005
I was there! Part 2
Last week I did not mean to sound too cynical about being squashed as part of the 200,000 strong Live8 audience in Hyde Park. Instead, I suggested the need for better crowd control, guidance and for people to enjoy themselves… Read More ›
I was there! Part 1
It was a bit of a wild rise and shine on Saturday morning (2nd July : Live8 around the world). I awoke to a cramp pain in my left calf – Maybe it was the pain of standing about on… Read More ›
Inspiring Youth
Andy Murray’s performance at this Wimbledon Tennis Championships said a lot about inspiration, perspiration and being on the edge – and that was just demonstrated by the audience. Andy himself comes from Dunblain and is keen to correct the worldview… Read More ›
Blinded by the light
Alongside 80,000 fans on 19th June 2005 we waited for hours for U2 to present their amazing light and sound show at Twickenham Stadium, UK. Why so many hours? There are three main reasons: Parking (!), a desire to get… Read More ›