I had a big cry-baby snot fest the other night. First time in ages. Other than, perhaps, the sporadic slightly fizzy nose that occurs when happening upon 'suggested for you' Facebook videos of cute 'n' cuddly animals loving each other despite their differing species'. It's hard work spitting all those tears out. But even though … Continue reading It’s fine to be flawed
Sleigh bells, fairy dust and Victorian boots
Illustration by Alfie Joey of BBC Newcastle/The Mimic Men (@alfiejoey #AlfArt ) Every single year I try desperately to conjure up the epitome of Christmas. But it's 2016. Santa doesn't exist and the old fashioned paper chains and snow globes I keep stockpiling don't actually have the power to transport me back to a Victorian … Continue reading Sleigh bells, fairy dust and Victorian boots
