On Not Driving
My wife recently bought a new car and it's an interesting experience...psychologically. As I was playing the role of emotional supporter, I had a lot…
On Being a Driving Teacher
When I tell my friends that my son has no real interest in driving, the reaction is universally one of surprise. For Americans of my…
On Xmas Traditions
As an Englishman abroad, Xmas can be a time of mixed feelings. Life in Austin is mostly wonderful, but it's easy to feel maudlin about…
#UK2015 – 1. Cars and Planes
It had only been a year since my last visit to the old country, but it had been much longer since I'd really had a…
On Not Growing Up But Growing Old
Life lets you know you’re getting older. Not necessarily by robbing you of your hair. Maybe you’ve been receding follically since, say, your 15th birthday…
On the Weirdest Thing That’s Happened to Me…So Far
You know what’s a good ice-breaker? In parties, sitting on a park bench, tied to a complete stranger in a hostage situation, you need a…
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On Visiting Austin
Dear friend, family member, former neighbor, backpacking progeny of a schoolfriend or workmate… Now you have decided to spend some time with me in Austin,…
