So there I am, amidst the research and trying to write and attending conferences on Zoom (yah-boo!) and suddenly it's over four months since Christmas. Four more months at home, shuttling around, making deals with myself that it'd just be for a few more weeks. I was burning, not quite out, but the candle was … Continue reading How I spent a week off my PhD
Two Days in Glasgow
Last weekend saw me toddling over to Glasgow to see Strictly the Show with me old chum, Lynsey. Little did I realise when I was booking that my arrival a day ahead of schedule would see me spend Brexit day in a wee hotel off George Square in the centre of Glasgow. The day started … Continue reading Two Days in Glasgow
Lounge: Virgin Clubhouse – LHR Heathrow
So is it worth it? The lowdown on the Virgin Upper Class Clubhouse... After visiting friends, collecting currency and a jolly time in London, it was time to spend far too long in the Virgin Clubhouse at London Heathrow. The Process There are particular steps to follow to GET to the Clubhouse. Virgin has tried … Continue reading Lounge: Virgin Clubhouse – LHR Heathrow
London: Visiting old friends…
Landing in London Gatwick, it was straight on to the Southern service (despite their recent strikes, I got lucky with a fast service). The dark tower on the left was my old workplace - beside the rather more glamorous Gherkin! There was just time to meet this rascal, Michael, for a catch-up! With a … Continue reading London: Visiting old friends…
