We have entered a new month that is to bring us the season of autumn. It will feel like summer for at least another 6 weeks here on the Rock, but the days are shortening and I need to mentally prepare myself for the horrid, damp indoor cold that is the hit my dwelling in... Continue Reading →
The Island in One’s Mind
When I left London Town to settle on the Rock I moved from one island to another. From one that used to rule half the world to another much smaller one that used to be ruled by half the world. The weather and the quality of life might be a lot better on that smaller... Continue Reading →
The Rock’s Rain and the Silver Brigade
Where I'm from - Lowlands Country- and where I lived a considerable amount of my adult life - London- it rains a lot, hence these regions are green and lush. I think that's why I'm particularly fond of arid land, ´cause it's so different from what I'm used to. The Dutch Caribbean Island where my... Continue Reading →
The Rock and the Art of Walking
Malta is a great place to walk. It's small so you can cover a fair bit in a short amount of time. The scenery is rather pleasing to the eye and there is plenty to see. If one does urban walking away from the main roads it's pretty quiet whatever time of day. Malta is... Continue Reading →