Today's Friday Food for Thought is from the writings of Dr Suess, children's author, cartoonist, and animator.
“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more you learn, the more places you’ll go.”
Postcard from Los Angeles
Dear Claire, Hello from LA! As I write, it’s the Fourth of July and we’re gearing up to spend the afternoon and evening at Manhattan beach. Looking forward to picnicking; lots of red, white and blue; sunset over the Pacific Ocean and, of course, fireworks! Highlights of our trip so far: • The…
A postcard from Rome
Dear Sam, I hope you've had a good break over the Easter weekend? We spent some of the time doing jobs around the house and I'm still on a mission to clear our clutter , so I was able to use some of your tips for recycling what you usually can’t - they were very useful! It hasn't been all…
“Everyone smiles in the same language”
"Tutti sorridono nella stessa lingua" George Carlin 1937 - 2008 Comedian, writer, actor and satirist. Friday Food for Thought
A postcard from Liguria
Dear Sam, I enjoyed reading about the difference the Free Rice game has made to so many children and it was nice to start September with some good news! Boat trips, food and sunshine... For us, since W left school, the autumn has become a time to take a break and, you're quite right that…
Looking back, moving forward
Dear Sam, Well, what a tonic it was to spend time with good friends! Oxford was looking glorious, with the college gardens and parks at their most colourful, and I loved seeing the profusion of roses everywhere. As well as reminiscing about our student days, it was wonderful to look ahead and make some…
A postcard from Oxford
Dear Claire, Just a quick post today because I am on my way to see you in person! I’m so happy to be coming back to Oxford – looking forward to pubs and meadows and window boxes and reunions with old friends. And most of all, I can’t wait to share some wonderful time with […]