No exceptions really is the fairest rule. Once you cave and let someone pass you do a disservice to all those you denied previously. Exceptions require secrecy and also set you up for future arguments. 'Well you did it for them, why can't you do it for me?' In that case replies like 'well they … Continue reading Exceptions to the rule →

I think people rarely reminisce about the holidays that went to plan. I reckon they revel in the setbacks, the spontaneous adapting, and the randomness of moments that were never supposed to happen. They're the most interesting. After all if everything went according to plan it wouldn't be an adventure it would just be scheduled … Continue reading Setbacks and spontaneity →

It's nine o clock now, if I start getting ready at half past I'll be good to leave at 10. Half past comes and dilemma strikes! Mammy has come in and requests I take the bins out. But I can't do it because I'm in the 'get ready' phase and I have no time to … Continue reading Get ready then chill →

Writing is nice. You can take your time, you can find the right words and articulate precisely. Talking on the other hand doesn't offer the same luxury of time. Your conversation partner isn't going to wait for you to look up synonyms of truculent so you can be extremely accurate in your description. There's more … Continue reading Perfectionist talking →

Back in the day people would consult a travel agent or receptionist to fill up their holiday itinerary, then the internet came along and these two stalwarts were replaced by google. Now it looks like instagram is muscling it's way into this space. Why instagram you ask? Because Instagram is a visual platform were people … Continue reading Social holidays →

Apparently the Fantastic Four (2015) ending was completely redone after the studio thought the original cut was too 'morose'. So they hired a new director to put a more lighthearted spin on the end of the tale. Safe to say the original director was pretty miffed. Similarly, (as legend has it) the studio behind 'Once … Continue reading Studio interference →

If you like chocolate you are spoilt for choice these days. Some stores have aisles dedicated to just chocolate. There's so many different flavours and options you could spend hours humming and hawing in that chocolate aisle trying to make a decision. But when the store is handing out free chocolate samples it's like - … Continue reading Free chocolate? Gimme! →

There is a very funny moment in an episode of New Girl where there has been a miscommunication but the two characters don't know that. Nick thinks the conversation is about popcorn machines and Jess thinks they're talking about dating Cece. I think the humour comes from how long the conversation goes on for and … Continue reading Humour in similarities →

Some slow motion action shots. Some footage of players in the heat of the moment. A slow deep voice reading inspiring poetry and all of a sudden it feels like a momentous occasion. Ultimately in the grand scheme of things, it means nothing. This match will not stand out as a highlight of humanity when … Continue reading Momentous match →

'Thanks for the offer but I don't want to' It's the truth but it's a brave individual who can actually say it. Instead we scramble for a reason why we can't do it. Because how could anyone hold a grudge when you already have a prior engagement? You could even pretend that you actually want … Continue reading I don’t want to →