Interesting piece from @lloyddavis on how he integrates micro.blog with WordPress.

And I’m not just linking to it because he calls me an “early blog hero”. Honest.


Trafalgar Square, December 2024

A large Christmas tree adorned with lights stands in a bustling square in front of a grand, illuminated building at night.

WP Engine wins the first round in its battle with Automattic.

And the whole WordPress community watches and waits.


Well, this is very disappointing: PinkNews bosses accused of sexual misconduct.


Our annual Christmas tree buying trip to Spithandle Nursery.

It’s a tradition that really marks the beginning of the Christmas season for us.

Shopping for Christmas Trees at Spithandle Nursery in Sussex.

Christingle time.

Three decorated oranges with candles on top, wrapped in foil, and adorned with gummy candies and dried fruit skewered on sticks.

The last magazine I worked for before moving fully into digital is closing.

RIP Estates Gazette - after more than a century and a half.


I’ve got a full-on day of lectures in today (six hours back-to-back 🤪), so have yesterday’s thoughts on the difference between social media and social netwoks, and why that matters for audience work…


Morning ivy #2

A small ivy with green leaves grows over a rough, textured wall surface.

Billionaires: Bozos or begrovellers?