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What was the best compliment you’ve received? . . . Because of something you said to me that helped me have the right focus in my life.” I’m very fortunate in this respect since 2 separate people have said this to me. As these responses are deeply personal, I’ll refrain from going into too much…

You’re going on a cross-country trip. Airplane, train, bus, car, or bike? So 1st I’d have to fly to the USA. I’d land in Atlanta (apologies to New York but you’re not an apple I’d pluck!). From there I’d hike to the Grand canyon and get some proper geology in my senses. Then I’d cycle…

Who is the most confident person you know? I know that sounds a bit incomprehensible. I mean, surely, you know whether you’re confident or not, right? But actually, the truth is that – it depends. On what I hear you ask. Good question! When I was a bit younger, I worked in a huge warehouse…

What activities do you lose yourself in? I find the creative process such a wonderful ‘place’ to be. You’ve seen something so beautiful in nature, so diverse in textures, colours and it’s a living thing with no preconceived ideas about what it wants to be – no, it’s just doing it’s thing. This always blows…

What movies or TV series have you watched more than 5 times? It was very innovative in its day. The use of language was especially effective and isn’t seen in so called popular television today. Classic sketch: the dead parrot. Closely followed by the Spanish Inquisition. A close 3rd, the architects sketch. And who can…

Write about your dream home. In my imagination is a 2 storey dwelling. There is a large east facing area with huge windows and a patio/deck with lots of bird feeders and the sort of plants for grazing of small deer. It’s a huge kitchen also with large windows. I’ll make all the furniture myself…

How do significant life events or the passage of time influence your perspective on life? Just kidding. Shall I do a list? There are so many things that could be included. Births, deaths, fantastic holidays, lovely people. Then there’s all the ‘other’ stuff. It goes almost without saying that all of the above will have…

Something on your “to-do list” that never gets done. Have you got one? They’re usually made of wood, could be porcelain, depends how wealthy your friends are. I was awarded one many years ago by an old buddy of mine. He gave it me after the birth of my 2nd child. When he gave it…

What’s your favorite thing to cook? So my Mum was Greek, born on Zakinthos with many sisters and brothers. One of my favourite Aunties was Helena. Her moussaka was out of this world! It helps when you make your own olive oil, grow your own aubergines and all the ingredients of course. It’s a labour…

List five things you do for fun.