#regret – What should we talk about today?

The tree, the man, and his cat: a short, confusing tale of loss.

October 22, 2024 by iankirkebc

Once upon a time an imperfect man found the perfect place where his loved ones could flourish. His cat came too. Towering above this idyllic spot was a tree. Tall, solid, and protective of this alcove of bliss. His family were happy and secure there. Throughout the winds of change the tree stood firm and … Read more

Hesitation: Rejoice or Regret?

June 14, 2021May 12, 2021 by iankirkebc

What seems a lifetime ago, aged sixteen, I was at college trying to figure out life, the universe, and what lay ahead. Cocooned with my college chums, often in the refectory smoking Gauloises cigarettes supplied by the rich Persian students, I realised that most of us didn’t have a clue what we wanted to become, … Read more