Starting something
Returning to writing: Wales, politics, data and the occasional personal piece
#personal
11 posts
A need to do things
I have a compulsive need to achieve things. By 12pm every day I want to feel like I have made a list of achievements, no matter how small or trivial.
Dublin Awaits
So here I am sat at my kitchen table. I occasionally glance at the oven digital clock face while I wait for dinner to cook.
The Absinthe Drinker
The Absinthe Drinker (Pablo Picasso, 1901) I was visiting Paris with my fiance Ana in February of this year.
Wanderlust
There are times that I feel an overwhelming wanderlust. It's not just a desire to jump on a plane for a weekend city break.
Lunchtime Walk
Earlier today I decided to go for a walk through Llanelli town centre.
My First Eisteddfod: Meirion a'r Cyffiniau '09
I must say that I was reasonably impressed with my first Eisteddfod.
Capitalism and Consumerism
Dr Rowan Williams, the Archbishop of Canterbury, a man that I respect for his intellect and understanding, used his Easter Sunday sermon to attack the world's greed for "comfo
The Identity Paradox
I was reading Bethan Jenkins' post on the Our Kingdom blog and though I would express my thoughts on my Welsh identity.
Eisteddfod Again
The National Eisteddfod of Wales last visited Llanelli in the year 2000. The main events were held on the Festival Fields in the Stradey/Pwll area of town.
I'm annoyed so I'm rambling on
The land of my fathers is dear to me. But I must admit, the ruddy rain is getting me down. Should have gone on holiday abroad this year.