I think you’re pretty much right on both possibilities; the world after covid is anyone’s guess, in terms of this situation as much as anything else. Which is why I try to keep my eyes open and my socks on loosely, in case someone comes along...

Oh for sure, a slow burn (or indeed a nothing, nothing, nothing BOOM!) can be more delightful than an immediate spark. I’m thrilled you have enjoyed the latter, and painfully aware that, as for the slow-burn, 15 years of friendship with this dude before we discovered we were hot for eachother is pretty hard to beat...

As an adult-diagnosed gluten goblin (or “coeliac” if we’re being scientific) I know that feeling of “I’m not allowed this thing any more but I love it and I can’t find a version of it that I can have” very well, it’s a particular sting (see also, most patisserie.) I hope very much that you find an excellent veggie pho…

This is the thing, the baddies wear them because they are the most stylish. I think red and black can be worn by goodies too, they just lend an air of danger which is probably a nice thing in itself.

Wishing you a speedy arrival of the things your heart most desires!

And parties! Remember those? And hugs and live music and markets and dancing.

This is a very good point and I’ve been very careful not to lead anyone on. Conversations happen regarding what both parties are looking for and I’m honest about not being too sure for the moment. And I always say “You’re cool but no spark, friends?” afterwards.

This is true, and exactly the reason why I’ve been happy to go for distanced walks outside. I feel that if I have the hots (or even the warms, not opposed to a slow burn) for someone I’ll know it, even from 6+ feet away. So far though, my feeling has been “You’re cool and all but i have no desire to kiss you.” The…

This is wise indeed and the million dollar question: am I hung up on Berlin because I’ve not met anyone else, or have I not met anyone else because I’m hopelessly hung up on Berlin? The only way to find out is to keep trying and give it time so, scientific endeavour basically (not exactly a covid vaccine but I…

Thanks Cheers...voice of reason always. I think you’re right...wait and date and see. The dude for today has postponed, he suggested an evening this week but seeing as how the plan will only ever be “a walk outside” I’d rather be doing it on this crisp, sunny Sunday then in the cold, damp dark...

This view is beautiful...I hope you’ll find that living up high, flooded in natural light will give you energy and bring you joy while you work so hard to stem this grim and miserable tide. I have lots of light in my flat and a not dissimilar view (less rural, more docks and massive cranes but light and sky and water)…

It’s not dissimilar, in that you get a big fat bowl full of delicious broth with noodles and veggies and herbs and protein. Pho is rice noodles in bone broth cooked for hours (or days) and you tend to add lots of chilli and fresh lime. It’s also the only way I will ear coriander. Highly recommend it if you can find a…

Oh, me too. I can’t wait for science to win, I love it when science wins and we get to have nice things again.

I am so excited for you, may this day come soon! (I may or may not have also ordered the pork and king prawn summer rolls...just in case)

I’ve watched enough movies to know that the baddies always wear red/blak/red and black. I’m sorry your local government is populated by morons.
There’s a particular kind of excruciating feeling when it’s your local team being unbeleivable, irresponsible, dangerous assholes (see also: the current UK government for whom…

Panama looks good on you...those lights are classy as fuck and the pup looks like the sweetest.
So happy to see you’re feeling festive and settling nicely. Welcome home!

Rescued disasters are some of the most delightful meals I think, I applaud you!
I have been very uninspired in the kitchen lately but last night I ordered takeout for only myself for the first time ever.

I’ve never been fond of Walnuts, I must say. What a horrible thing to feel.

Oh this sounds miserable, I’m so sorry your throat is being problematic and that your neighbour is (at best) foolish and (at worst) a straight up asshole.

Hey gang, it’s been a while…