Nan was less than two years away from her century. She was born before the First World War. Continue reading →

A Buccaneer scholar is someone who takes responsibility for their own education. Continue reading →

A long time ago, I had a girlfriend and I used to sing to her. Continue reading →

I opened the book and, on the very first page, was the program that changed my life. Continue reading →

The Golden Treasury of English Verse and a harmonica were my only mementos of civilization. Continue reading →

You can make something out of nothing but the thoughts in your head. Continue reading →

Crossing the line is an important milestone in a young sailor’s life. Continue reading →

I was looking for a picture of a freshly inked tattoo. I knew it was there somewhere… Continue reading →

I still love my tattoos. Will you still love yours in 60 years? Continue reading →

Stuff I want to do before I die Continue reading →