I had a really good week off last week. The weather was gorgeous and I went cycling all five days (including a couple of very long rides). I braved the canal towpaths for the first time in ages, and thankfully there were less people there than last time I tried so it was a pleasant … Read more
I watched the final coronavirus briefing this afternoon. Partly because I knew it was going to be the last one, but also because I wanted to understand how the announcements made earlier today would affect me and those close to me. I think my overriding feeling is that many people will interpret the announcement as … Read more
I’m on holiday until 29th June. So far that’s involved making bread, a short bike ride, and a day of reading, watching TV and listening to music. I have planned my week out, but the weather seems unpredictable enough to not get too caught up on plans and just spend some time enjoying the moment. … Read more
Since I last updated this we have had two epic thunderstorms. I like storms when I don’t have to cycle in them, so I quite enjoyed these ones. I’m quite relaxed about the fact I’ve not really exercised for two days because I know I have loads of time next week when the weather looks … Read more
I went cycling at lunchtime today. Partly because it looked like the weather might turn later (it hasn’t yet), but partly to try having a proper break in the middle of the day. It was a pleasant ride, but I did pass by a number of non-essential shops of the type that reopened today. The … Read more
The weather has been biblical this weekend. Yesterday we had unexpected sunshine, and I took the opportunity for an unplanned bike ride and a wander round the local park with the dog. Then in the evening there was torrential rain and a thunderstorm, which was fun to watch from indoors but I was very glad … Read more
I watched the government briefing for the first time in a while tonight. It was really confusing and I didn’t feel like they could answer any of the questions asked without basically saying “no comment”. I think it will probably lead to lots more people giving up on any sort of social distancing, but it … Read more
Today was a lot like yesterday. Similar level of work productivity, similar bike ride after work, and then an evening of listening to music with the dog. I’m currently doing a listening party for “The Crackdown” by Cabaret Voltaire, and it makes me want to listen to all their other records over the next few … Read more
I seem to have spent most of today in a blur of activity, but it’s all productive activity so that’s ok. A lot of my work time is currently split between giving talks and development work. These are two of my favourite things (and I want more of both in the new normal), but they … Read more
The weather cleared up yesterday evening (at least for a little while), so I was able to get out on the bike and blow away a few cobwebs from a very long and busy week. The world looked very normal outside; rush hour traffic, people walking in groups, and a world that seemed largely indistinguishable … Read more