Ok the posts will now change, from fabulous travel photos and exploring new places, to the last stretch of my Masters. This Masters has been ongoing since 2021, when I started it post Woodside redundancy as an opportunity to upskill myself for the energy transition. A new job happened, but the studies kept on albeit … Continue reading The next step →

Well today is the last day in Sri Lanka, and I could stay here for much longer. Even with the horribly hot and humid weather, the beauty of the country, friendliness of the people and amazing food would keep me here. I am well aware I am seeing a curated, tourist-centric version of the country … Continue reading Goodbye to Sri Lanka →

A poem I came across today, or maybe verse; one I will keep with me. Desiderata Go placidly amid the noise and the haste, and remember what peace there may be in silence. As far as possible, without surrender, be on good terms with all persons. Speak your truth quietly and clearly; and listen to … Continue reading A beautiful poem →

I’ve just spent a few peaceful days in Weligama, a beginner surfing Mecca and very relaxed place. Sri Lanka generally is seeing both the benefits and negatives of tourism, but so far seems to have avoided the worst excesses. A few images, from the last few days and days before, of this complex country. There’s … Continue reading Some images of Sri Lanka →