I really enjoyed my first podcast experience with Becky recently and so was delighted when she suggested that we record another episode. In this one, we muse on what it means to be 'excellent'. Such fun - I hope you enjoy listening if you have a spare 15 minutes or so. And let me also … Continue reading Another Podcast Adventure
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The Joy and Beauty of Paper Sculptures: Celebrating the work of Diana Beltrán Herrera
In an addition to my occasional series highlighting the wonder of paper artistry, and in the interests of promulgating some seriously beautiful creations to savour, let me share with you the incredible work of Diana Beltrán Herrera, a Columbian designer currently living in Bristol, UK. I adore her 'bird postage stamps' series: You can see … Continue reading The Joy and Beauty of Paper Sculptures: Celebrating the work of Diana Beltrán Herrera
Christmas Fairies at Edinburgh Airport
Just when you thought it was safe to dry your eyes after watching the wonderful Christmas advert from Poland which I wrote about last week, here's an even bigger tear jerker. And what's more, it was filmed a short distance away from me at Edinburgh Airport. I am indebted to my dear friends Clanmother and … Continue reading Christmas Fairies at Edinburgh Airport
The Joy of Giving Part II
Reflecting on my last post about giving, I realised that one of the particular reasons why this type of activity brings so much pleasure is because you don't know specifically who will benefit. Of course it is nice to give gifts to people you know. But there is something about the unconditional nature of giving … Continue reading The Joy of Giving Part II