The Ghosts of Marks & Spencer – The case of the Prawn Sandwich

“This is by far the best prawn sandwich we have ever produced at Marks and Spencer.” The divisional manager, specialising Continue reading →

Dogmatix

“Hi, I’m Dogmatix.” Sorry you’ve got the wrong prompt, this is dogmatic, you’re probably looking for Asterix. Copyright John de Continue reading →

The Funny Side

Regular readers will know that I occasionally like to take life’s seemingly small stresses and frustrations and subvert my response. Continue reading →

A Royal Day

Nice day for it though They’ve had a nice day for it For it It’s a nice day Not for Continue reading →

Lost in Space; Episode Three

This is a rollicking episode as the show begins to pick up pace. Doctor (not really a Doctor) Smith has Continue reading →

Hammer Time

“Is that a mallet? Or are you just pleased to see me?” “I won’t tell you again it’s A HAMMER.” Continue reading →

Man in Black

The man had ebullient hair So vibrant, thick and wind-swept James Dean, Elvis-quiffed brilliance “Hair envy?” “No.” Yes, he thought Continue reading →

Prideful Bow-Tie

“Swallow your pride” said the man, wearing his bow-tie in a distinctly prideful manner. He had a masters in his Continue reading →