Religious relatives used to remind me of your Yahrzeit but I didn’t need that. I would mourn you every day. In the same way as I feel that everyday is my birthday. Anniversaries are too literal. They make these things into duties. But recently I haven’t thought about you too much. So why am I … Continue reading In Place of Yahrzeit
Category: Non-fiction
How (not) to be an asshole
My dictionary suggests that asshole means a stupid or vulgar person. But that doesn't capture the current usage. An asshole is a person who puts their own interests ahead of the people around them. Assholes push into queues, threaten you if you call them out, perv on vulnerable people, take up three seats on a … Continue reading How (not) to be an asshole
Dogs are human too
I used to hate dogs. When I was small they would bark at me and chase me. Across the street there was a German Shepherd which lived behind a sign that said Beware Of The Dog. It barked viciously and was reputed to have bitten several people. I was terrified of this dog. It weighed … Continue reading Dogs are human too
The true story of Bob
Polite people don't talk about money. It's vulgar. But right from the start, Bob made it clear how rich he was. I know a few people with money and I'm used to them talking about amounts that I could never hope to have as if they are small change. But Bob was the master at … Continue reading The true story of Bob
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