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Category Archives: Bits & bobs
Some old phrases
We’ve got a collection of well known sayings today: Pig in a poke Touch wood/knock on wood Old besom Safe as houses Spin a yarn Visit my websites via the links at the top of this page. Advertisements
The linguistics of colour names
This fascinating short video explains how different languages have treated the process of categorising colours. The discussion highlights two important features of any process of analysis: Before you start, your terms need to be defined, but then those definitions need to … Continue reading
A change of policy
If you have read about blogging, you will know that most people say that it is important to post regularly on your blog. I have been writing this blog for several years now, and in that time my method has … Continue reading
The Big Apple
Ever wondered where that phrase comes from? Find out here. Visit my websites via the links at the top of this page.
Online Marketer, Web Analyst, or Data Scientist?
Here is an interesting opinion about changing roles and titles. Visit my websites via the links at the top of this page.
Are those New Year resolutions beginning to slip?
Do you need to get more out of your day to achieve those targets? Well you know what they say. Early to bed, early to rise… Read about the advantages of being the early bird. Visit my websites via the … Continue reading
About dead ringers getting your goat
It is about time we had a couple of word histories again: Dead ringer Get one’s goat Visit my websites via the links at the top of this page.
VAT: a warning for authors
Here is a useful post for anyone selling electronic files directly to the public. VAT isn’t a nice subject, but it is much better to get your head round a few facts than risk a big fine. Find out what … Continue reading
Digital Writers’ Festival
Do you fancy a digital writers’ festival? Well, November is the month for you. Find out more about the Digital Writers’ Festival here. Visit my websites via the links at the top of this page.
Feeling jaded? Take a 15 minute Samuel Beckett break
I like this idea. Another good find by Bridgett Whelan. Give yourself a lift by watching this video about the creative process. Visit my websites via the links at the top of this page.
