Archive for December, 2008

Unappetising

Monday, December 29th, 2008
Unappetising Recipes

Unappetising Recipes

I do feel sorry for the authors of this otherwise innocent book of tapas recipes, who can’t really be blamed for the unfortunate connotations of their title to a New Zealand reader.

I’ve just finished Neal Stephe…

Monday, December 29th, 2008

I’ve just finished Neal Stephenson’s Anathem. What a truly remarkable book.

Street Grammar

Monday, December 15th, 2008

 

Heartwarming Graffiti

Heartwarming Graffiti

On my way to visit a client this morning, I noted this small piece of installation art. While I can appreciate that Jonathan Smart may see it differently, I was very pleased by the correct use of the apostrophe, which is so seldom observed in the modern streetscape.

When a client asks how long so…

Monday, December 15th, 2008

When a client asks how long something will take and you look at your watch, it’s good to find they expected you to look at a calendar.

Top tip for @fauxparse : haird…

Saturday, December 13th, 2008

Top tip for @fauxparse : hairdressers don’t have to feign interest in your life if you ask them all about theirs.

If you don’t have a boutique c…

Saturday, December 6th, 2008

If you don’t have a boutique chocolatier within easy walking distance of home, I recommend having a word with your MP or city councillor.