The Voice In His Head

As he lay there in the garden Idling away time, The voice in his head bubbled and foamed... It goaded him to get up, To roll up his sleeves and do this or that. To make with his hands things that others could touch. "I am everything already," he said to himself. "I don't need … Continue reading The Voice In His Head

10 Things I Wish My Parents Taught Me

My father died when I was little. My mother did what she could with me after, but only up to a point. Sometimes I wish that my parents had been more involved in my education. That they took me aside and told me that... 1. Reading can be fun If you're not enjoying it, you're … Continue reading 10 Things I Wish My Parents Taught Me

15 Great Books That Can Change the Way You Live and Think

  Next time you find yourself before a wall of books in a bookshop or library choose one of the titles on this list. You won't regret it.  I have read all of these books and I dare say they have made me a better person. Weaving beautiful narratives with life-affirming truths, these titles distill … Continue reading 15 Great Books That Can Change the Way You Live and Think