Category: Experiences
-
Can a PHEV Change my Mind about PHEVs?
In 2020, I bought a Toyota Corolla Excel self-charging hybrid hatchback – known today as a hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) – and it has been a delight to drive. The welcome attributes of this car, such as exceptional fuel economy,…
-
A Journey Through Time at Montacute House
Yesterday, my wife and I visited Montacute House, a late-16th-century mansion in south Somerset, about eight miles from our new home. Known as one of the finest examples of Elizabethan Renaissance architecture in England, this extraordinary house and its grounds…
-
Why a Simple “Hello Bluesky!” Makes a Difference
Over the past week, I’ve been delighted to see a significant increase in followers on Bluesky — thank you to everyone who has connected! It’s exciting to witness the platform’s growth (approaching 23 million users now) and the many new…
-
A Garden Studio Opens a New Chapter for Work-Life Balance
This year, my wife and I made a bold move: downsizing our home and rightsizing our lives to embrace family, nature, and a new way of working in Somerset. Earlier this year, when we began decluttering in preparation for our…
-
It’s Time To Be Honest About Security Alerts
In the past 24 hours, I’ve received 26 security alerts from Microsoft, each containing a different one-time login code for my Microsoft account. Each email reads, “We’ve received your request for a single-use code to use with your Microsoft account.”…