THE BEST PART OF PARENTING

THE BEST PART OF PARENTING

Parenting is the toughest job in the world. We have noted previously that for all our other jobs we go through an application process, an interview if seen to be potentially suitable, an appraisal; we need to have qualifications (often unnecessarily, granted); we are...
FEAR PRESSURE

FEAR PRESSURE

“Alright, class, let’s gather round and settle down. We need to start,” the teacher announced. “What are we going to study today, sir?” huffed the loudest boy. “Be patient, Tafadzwa, we’re about to look at a very important part of the curriculum.” “Oh, please...
WINNERS ARE NOT WINNERS

WINNERS ARE NOT WINNERS

Brian Clough was an extraordinary soccer manager. He took over Derby County when they were in the Second Division in England, after which they were crowned champions two years later, won the First Division title two years later, then reached the semi-finals of the...
SPORTING ARTICLES

SPORTING ARTICLES

The holiday season just past perhaps offered opportunities for party games, dreaded by some, adored by others! Some of the games are surprising and intriguing, as in asking everyone “If you were a fruit, what fruit would you be?” The answers could be amusing,...
RIP. VIP

RIP. VIP

Outside one of our soccer stadiums there are very helpful and clear signs indicating where team buses should go and also for parking for VIPs; in fact, interestingly, there are also now signs for VVIPs. So, being a Very Important Person is not enough of a...