By Brian Robinson. Standing on the clifftop overlooking the bay I felt transfixed but perfectly safe. What looked like some form of vortex was way out on the horizon. Besides, I wasn't chasing tornadoes. I was merely watching the sun go down on what had been a perfectly normal day. I knew I had to … Continue reading The Vortex
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How to Live Forever
By Brian Robinson. The answer lies in a book? A friend suggested I read a book. It came highly recommended. 'How Not to Die' by Dr Michael Greger. I didn't like the bookseller's attitude though. "You don't want to read that book," he said. "This is the book you want to read." His growling voice … Continue reading How to Live Forever
A Journey Through Space and Time
By Brian Robinson. The night begins. My journey took me deep into the cosmos on a special quest amongst a myriad of stars. Galaxies drifted by all around me, shooting stars fell away behind me as I sped forward at the speed of light. I screamed and slammed on the brakes as hard as I … Continue reading A Journey Through Space and Time
The Bombshell
By Brian Robinson. War damage in London The years of the London blitz during World War 2 saw houses stripped bare, their hearts ripped out. But the soul of London remained intact. Go back to 1947 though, just after the war ended, and you will still find many open spaces, not parks, but bombsites. The … Continue reading The Bombshell