Have you ever told somebody to button their shirt? To move their tie up a tad, so it doesn’t look like it’s a flower drooping in the midday sun? To change that stripy jumper for a plain one? Often, it’s […]

I’ve just returned from a holiday in France. Wall-to-wall sunshine, a stunning view of the Pyrenees, baguettes and cheap plonk. Oh no, that must be a false memory, since I don’t drink any more. But who says you can’t have […]

If you’re of a certain age, and you live in the UK, chances are you’ll recognise the line ‘the bank that likes to say…yes’. In fact, you can probably still sing along with the jingle, which is right up there with […]

I’ve been de-junking (again). First to go were the old pullovers with funky designs, that now look so yesterday. Then the jeans I hadn’t worn for ages, the smart work shirts (why did I ever think I’d need them again?) […]

Before you read any further, I should open the kimono a little and let you know something: I suspect I’m a closet techie. I know, I know, it’s a shameful admission, but there you have it. There’s not much  I […]