Bernard Williams (1929 – 2003) “He understands what you’re going to say better than you understand it yourself, and sees all the possible objections to it, and all the possible answers to all the possible objections, before you’ve got to the end of your own sentence.” ~ Gilbert Ryle Time for the next in my […]

Categories: Philosophy

Bryan Ferry, Mick Jagger and Jerry Hall I have written about the love triangle between Pattie Boyd, George Harrison and Eric Clapton, and the entanglements of the various members of Fleetwood Mac…but it was pointed out this week that I haven’t written about the “love triangle” between Ferry, Jagger and Hall.  In the Daily Telegraph […]

Categories: Celebrities · Synastry

Diane Abbott “It’s like trying not to be racist but you see Diane Abbott on the TV and you’re just like, I hate, you just want to hate all black women because she’s there” ~ Frank Hester A shocking statement reported this week from Frank Hester a few years ago had a wave of sympathy […]

Categories: News

Emily Dickinson (1830 – 1886) and Taylor Swift “If my lyrics sound like a letter written by Emily Dickinson’s great-grandmother while sewing a lace curtain, that’s me writing in the Quill genre.” ~ Taylor Swift A genealogical link was reported this week between America’s currently most popular singer Taylor Swift, and its most popular female […]

Categories: Celebrities · Poetry

Dave Myers (1957 – 2024) “David’s warm smile, hearty laugh, and genuine love for people were not just the ingredients of his success but a reflection of his zest for life. “His presence brightened our screens, and his heart and soul inspired all who knew him and many others to embrace the simple pleasures of […]

Categories: Celebrities · Obituary