I find myself adopting lots of American slang – in general, but particularly now I’m here. One word though that I will never be able to say with a straight face is ‘awesome’. My friend Sophie who is a native Californian uses it frequently and… Read More

Recently a relative wrote to ask me where I am and what I’m doing. I thought everyone was up to speed but maybe not. Following our road trip through California, I am in San Francisco – have been here since the 14th, leaving on the… Read More