An article from the Guardian which may be thought-provoking or even helpful to some. It suggests we are often too harsh on ourselves and that in order to be more kind to others we need to show ourselves a little more compassion. With the current situation of lockdowns, economic problems and risk of illness, it may be an interesting read.

https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2021/jan/06/silence...

I'm glad to report I've nearly finished working on my New Year's gift to you...

Yep, 2020 is almost over.

In my story, "Hot and Steamy", one of the characters is a former Industrial Steam Loco called 'Lucy'.
https://bigclosetr.us/topshelf/book-page/82210/hot-and-steamy
Little did I know when I wrote the tale that there is a small steam loco called Lucy residing on the NYMR (North Yorkshire Moors Railway). This Lucy is a formed Brussels Tramway Loco.

Strange coincidence or what?

May I wish each and everyone at BC a happy Christmas and hope that 2021 turns out to be a lot better than this.

Seasonal Greetings to you all, whatever you celebrate this week!

is a chapter from The Visitors.

Jingle all the way!--break-->

So the second week of Advent has seen slightly more settled weather hereabouts, mostly dry and even a spot of sunshine! I've had my first Chrimbo card, from my Grandson (well Mummy had to do the writing bit), I just have to work out how to get his presents up to Yorkshire - there are so many! I think I have a plan, do you think the USS Enterprezzie will be able to do the honours?

never happens at all.

is now available on Amazon!

yup, my birthday is exactly 3 months away!

Research the url in this blog. It may help if you are behind in rent, or need food, or help with utility bills. I know several who have gotten help while we wait for the politicians to get their collective heads out of their asses and pass another stimulus check.

yep, got a mess o' the Blues!

get set, go!

The sun might be shining at the moment but its still windy and rain is coming through after yesterdays storms.

A reasonably sensitive article about this amazing woman.

https://www.theguardian.com/music/2020/nov/11/she-made-music...

There was also a long article on facial feminisation surgery in yesterday's.

https://www.theguardian.com/society/2020/nov/10/female-femin...

Soon-to-be Ex-President Trump has tweeted that more people voted for him than any other President in history.

I am reminded of an old joke.

An American and a Russian compete in a two-person race. The American wins easily.

Pravda (old Soviet news organisation...Their equivalent of Fox News) reports on the race. Russian athlete comes second, American is next to last.

which might give light relief from debacle that is the US election.

Yep, a posting on the right day and before bedtime!

New Kindle release!

Please message us at Top Shelf to let us know if you are safe. The fire danger is SO high.

Catherine Linda Michel

not exactly but there abouts.

those things above your eyes

I've been at BCTS for a long time and many of you have expressed kindness to me in that time. I'm so thankful to you all. I just wanted to make sure I had a chance to express that sentiment in case things went really sour.

I live in Portland, Oregon, right next to the ICE center. The demonstration tonight included yelling, explosions and tear gas that got in my 4th floor apartment through an open window. There was no warning. The demonstrators were attacking without warning. I almost went to the hospital but some medication stabilized me.

Peace to you all.

Gwen