I don’t pretend for a second that England is without its share of problems—think Brexit, Boris Johnson, the cuts to the National Health Service, negotiations with the US that would drastically increase the price of medications and harm the NHS yet again, the inhumane hours for junior doctors, or the horrendous austerity measures which have wreaked havoc on thousands
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Music & Poetry: Musings on the Self-Destructive Addiction to Beauty
The artist is the creator of beautiful things. To reveal art and conceal the artist is art’s aim. The critic… Read more Music & Poetry: Musings on the Self-Destructive Addiction to Beauty
Regression to Nicer Times – Part 1
Part the First – An Introduction It’s early-July. I’ve finished my semester exams and, now that my results have been… Read more Regression to Nicer Times – Part 1
A Thought on Photography, Memories, & Identity
Birthdays are weird things. In a world where youth is often considered an ‘ideal,’ the fact that we actively celebrate… Read more A Thought on Photography, Memories, & Identity
What Makes Me Different
I came across an article recently written by Virali Modi on Slate.com outlining some of her experiences about being in… Read more What Makes Me Different
Leaving South Africa: An Update
For those of you who read The Disability Diaries often, you will know that our family has decided to immigrate… Read more Leaving South Africa: An Update
A Man & His Journal: Agenda, Emotional Crutch, Childhood Dream
Something that has been playing around in my mind in the last couple of days in particular: emotional coping mechanisms.… Read more A Man & His Journal: Agenda, Emotional Crutch, Childhood Dream
VARSITY Newspaper & A Disabled Archer’s Perspective on ‘Parasports’
Hey, guys! Sorry for not posting in a while but it’s been a hectic couple of weeks. VARSITY’s Sports Editor… Read more VARSITY Newspaper & A Disabled Archer’s Perspective on ‘Parasports’
Food, Music, Wine: The Perfect Day
OK. So I had a plan for today’s post but, as usual, I’ve decided to change it at the last… Read more Food, Music, Wine: The Perfect Day
The Move, England, a General Update
Everything seems on the up at the moment. My courses are underway and are running smoothly, the blog is surviving… Read more The Move, England, a General Update
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