But there are some exceptions — The bad places Why would anyone give bad holiday experiences a second try? I’ve had my fair share of them, such as: A rough Haven caravan site. There were 8 year old children swearing constantly in front of indifferent and unsavoury parents. A fairground where a woman crashed into me on the go…

When I was young, I never imagined things would end up like this — Make sure you are sitting comfortably and have a drink handy — this is going to be a long one! I have two sisters. The nicer one, who I will call Judy, is seven years older than me and lives locally. There have been times that she has upset me…

Two widows; one widower; difficult and upsetting moments; and the end of some friendships — Some people have judged me harshly for starting a new relationship five months after losing my wife. Here is how it came about. (In a previous story, I focused on the consequences of my new relationship.) They were supposed to be friends, but Fiona had ulterior motives — she did…

What has this got to do with a trip to York and a song from 1969? — I don’t drink alcohol, so there’s only a ghost of a chance I’d be interested in spirits. Oh. What’s that? You’re saying I’ve misunderstood the question again? Ghosts Seven years ago, I went to York for a couple of nights with Stephanie. …

Before we continue, can you check if my insurance company is listening? 😆 — What’s that? The coast is clear? Okay. Here we go! Car #1 — accident #1 My first car was written off after another driver pulled out in front of me. I wrote about it here: Remembering My First Car From When I Was 17 Years Old Taking a trip back to 1986autisticwidower.medium.com At least that one wasn’t my fault. Cars #2, #3, #4 — no accidents

Are you sure I’m not allowed to edit this, Keeley? — My mind is blank. How can I write for five minutes? I could talk about time. In fact, what time is it? 11:16 am. Why do I feel so sleepy? Perhaps I should sleep during the day and stay up all night! It’s another sunny day. I don’t want to…

My son’s first car. Plus health concerns, money worries, and a pleasant bike ride — Contents 1. Personal Notes 2. This Week’s Medium Stories 1. Personal Notes Son’s first car A week ago, my youngest son and I viewed a car for sale around the corner from us. I asked why the address was across town, and the seller said it was his business address. The test drive went okay and we returned the following day and bought it.

Are you planning to rush out and buy the anticipated MR headset? — Apple’s World Wide Developer Conference (WWDC) takes place next week, from Monday 5th June to Friday 9th June. I’ve been reading some of the rumours and listening to podcasts about what might be unveiled, and I always look forward to it with a sense of excitement. Although most of the…

I thought I had kicked the habit until I wrote this piece! — Hang on a minute… …I need to stand up and turn around three times before I begin. And I might throw some salt over my shoulder for good measure, too. (Remind me, which shoulder should it be again?) Family history My mum was very superstitious. I grew up hearing about several different…