Richard Fawkes

2012-03-06T12:33:00.001-08:00

A poignant reminder of my dad today. The crocuses he planted before he died have come into bloom.

2012-03-04T10:13:00.001-08:00

Cousin J dropped in today - She'd been staying with my uncle and cousin in New Zealand for 6 weeks.

2012-02-28T11:42:00.001-08:00

Bought the new double Techno House Dance Trance CD. Early morning Gym session was - awesome !!

2012-02-26T13:20:00.001-08:00

Enjoyed the Theatre last night, heartening to see a full house. Lunched at The Ferrers today.

2012-02-25T16:45:00.001-08:00

Appointment with my surgeon yesterday. The prognosis is excellent - his words not mine! Smiley face!

2012-02-24T11:40:00.001-08:00

Starting an exciting new commission for M next week. I anticipate it should take about a fortnight.

2012-02-23T12:47:00.001-08:00

I wrote your name in the sand . . . .
Unknown author

2012-02-22T13:20:00.001-08:00

Finished reading Ann Featherstone's book, "The Newgate Jig" last night - truly dreadful !

2012-02-20T13:12:00.001-08:00

Booked to see Alan Bennett's "The History Boys" on Saturday. Should be fun; and deliciously laconic!

2012-02-19T09:53:00.001-08:00

Collating the post production notes in preparation for next weeks meeting. Posted contract schedule.

2012-02-16T13:50:00.001-08:00

Cards back from the Printer today for "I'll leave you now!" Packaged the effect ready to perform.

2012-02-14T15:21:00.001-08:00

Thanks J for today it was just the tonic I needed and it's reassuring to find a like mind - scarey!!

2012-02-13T13:14:00.001-08:00

Spoke at length with R about the psychology, core reasoning and construction of a random die force.

2012-02-12T10:02:00.001-08:00

Not a willing patient - still it's given me time to work on props. Back for a check up in ten days.

2012-02-11T15:07:00.001-08:00

Details from Gianluca of Dante Alighieri for the Carnevale Evening at Woodhouse Eaves on the 26th.

2012-02-10T17:41:00.001-08:00

Spent one and a half hours in surgery; have to take it easy now for a while - as if!

2012-02-09T13:13:00.001-08:00

In for further surgery tomorrow afternoon so my SanDisk is on charge and I've chosen my tracks.

2012-02-06T13:24:00.001-08:00

I've decided to revisit "Card Stab" after unearthing a superb knife that Elinor bought me years ago.

2012-02-04T14:39:00.001-08:00

My Flea Circus is a "Masterpiece" writes Martin. High praise from the Tees Master of Fleas.

2012-02-03T13:51:00.001-08:00

Enjoying having the time to "stop and stare" - but not in a weird way!

2012-02-01T13:40:00.001-08:00

Client meeting today - now just settling down with a glass to Simon Hoggart's new political history.

2012-01-30T14:25:00.001-08:00

I believe in fairies, myths and dragons. They all exist; if only in your mind.

2012-01-28T10:17:00.001-08:00

I accepted (graciously!) some considerable acclaim last night for my close-up work. Corinthians 15.

2012-01-27T18:44:00.001-08:00

Non semper ea sunt qua videntur!

2012-01-26T17:07:00.001-08:00

Just back from London with some super photographs from the HFI Dinner at the Grosvenor House Hotel.

2012-01-25T13:30:00.001-08:00

Sincere thanks to the staff at Lloyds Bank who were instrumental in me getting back up and running.

2012-01-22T10:00:00.001-08:00

Hull - the worst curry, served by the most surly waiter imaginable. A truly depressing city!

2012-01-18T15:37:00.001-08:00

Being left without credit cards has really put the mockers on my affairs - it's a lesson learned!

2012-01-17T15:34:00.001-08:00

Had my credit card stolen from the cash point today by an accomplished gang of Eastern Europeans.

2012-01-16T11:58:00.001-08:00

Tying up loose threads before I go away. Managed to get to the gym though - double session! Ouch!

2012-01-14T13:18:00.001-08:00

Magic Circle supper next week and I booked in for three nights for some well deserved R & R!

2012-01-11T14:50:00.001-08:00

Finished my accounts for the Tax Year thanks to Richard loading MS Money on my new computer.

2012-01-10T17:12:00.001-08:00

A successful conclusion to a hectic yet thoroughly productive day - and it's only 1 am! Tea vicar?

2012-01-09T13:15:00.001-08:00

Kingston first thing tomorrow, then straight back to finish my Tax Return which must be in Friday!

2012-01-07T12:43:00.001-08:00

The place is not the same after twelfth night - like the ghost of Christmas past.

2012-01-04T12:54:00.001-08:00

First day back in the gym - sine labore nihil!

2012-01-02T16:19:00.001-08:00

Thank you for the Christmas cards, presents and New Year messages - they are all much appreciated.

2012-01-01T10:49:00.001-08:00

Late local booking meant I was able to see the New Year at Oaks in Charnwood. What a vantage point!

2011-12-29T13:12:00.001-08:00

I, unusually, have a couple of days off before the New Year - could this be the recession?

2011-12-28T18:33:00.001-08:00

Once again, many thanks to the Staff at the Leicester Marriott for their kindness and hospitality.

2011-12-24T18:09:00.001-08:00

Just got back from Midnight Mass. It was packed!

2011-12-24T18:08:00.001-08:00

Thanks to all at Sharpes for their generosity and for Andy's "It's up your sleeve!" running gag.

2011-12-23T15:10:00.001-08:00

Close-up magic today so took the MG soft-top to work; what a mistake - did it pour! Wore my daft'at!

2011-12-21T14:33:00.001-08:00

I find the new routines I've been working on compliment my style and generate spirited reactions.

2011-12-20T09:40:00.001-08:00

It's the last day of the schools' PantoMagic tomorrow, then close-up table magic to the 28th.

2011-12-18T14:22:00.001-08:00

An altogether beautiful day today - crisp and bright but a hoar frost in Breedon.

2011-12-17T11:27:00.001-08:00

A sincere thank you to all the Staff at BC for making me feel welcome - a heart warming experience.

2011-12-16T12:56:00.001-08:00

Don't judge each day by the harvest you reap but by the seeds that you plant. Stevenson R L

2011-12-15T15:19:00.001-08:00

Barley Court tomorrow - looking forward to seeing familiar faces again. Will pull out all the stops!

2011-12-14T17:17:00.001-08:00

Just got in from a Masonic Dinner. Leicester Schools this morning - very long day. But good fun!

2011-12-13T14:24:00.001-08:00

Nimium ne crede colori. Medicus curat, nutura sanat.

2011-12-12T16:01:00.001-08:00

What a wild one today. Thank you everyone for being so considerate with the parking and hair drying!

2011-12-11T11:54:00.001-08:00

The unexpected compliment is such an inspiration and brightens up your day!

2011-12-10T11:35:00.001-08:00

Wooly hat day today! Nippy get-ins; in more ways than one.

2011-12-09T12:28:00.001-08:00

Loughborough today for a golf club dinner - Ashby this evening for a black tie supper.

2011-12-08T13:13:00.001-08:00

Getting into the Christmas programme now and my act is pure pantomime - I whistle while I work!

2011-12-07T14:25:00.001-08:00

Spent today recovering after having major implant surgery but looking forward to the final results.

2011-12-05T13:34:00.001-08:00

Managed to relax for half an hour in the sauna this evening after working all day.

2011-12-01T14:06:00.001-08:00

An unexpected missive from C & R today - it's lovely to hear from people you haven't seen for ages.

2011-11-30T14:39:00.001-08:00

It's the first session of my implant surgery today. I should sparkle in all my future photo shots.

2011-11-28T13:14:00.001-08:00

Wonderful time t'up North. Bye 'eck twer reet champion tha knows.

2011-11-25T03:39:00.001-08:00

This is my second day up here in the evocative North East - thank you J and H for the hospitality.

2011-11-17T15:20:00.001-08:00

A productive day with Caroline; though quite why she should be making purses from sows' ears ......

2011-11-15T14:24:00.001-08:00

Back in harness and working hard creatively to pull everything together for the big one on Thursday!

2011-11-14T15:25:00.001-08:00

Saw Tintin in 3D whilst I was away for a couple of days but - Oh dear!!! A very good film - spoilt !

2011-11-07T12:12:00.001-08:00

Taking a well deserved break after last week - it was great fun though! Went to the gym today!!!

2011-11-06T11:29:00.001-08:00

Enjoyed the weekend very much; sorry I've not been able to commit to all the requests - name change?

2011-11-01T10:37:00.001-07:00

Enjoyed tea and scones this afternoon at Rothley. The weather has been quite idyllic .

2011-10-31T17:50:00.001-07:00

Delightful Hallowe'en though it may have proven too scary for some!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

2011-10-30T13:20:00.001-07:00

Thanking everyone for making me feel welcome this weekend at the RH Event in Leeds, especially Sam.

2011-10-27T13:11:00.001-07:00

Been away for a couple of days R&R but Leeds this weekend! Home of Alan Bennett and Florrie Baldwin.

2011-10-23T13:44:00.001-07:00

You don't have to shout to be heard!
Meredith Brooks

2011-10-21T13:08:00.001-07:00

Lazy Sunday afternoon - got no mind to worry. 'Cept it's Friday. Credits to Steve Marriott

2011-10-20T13:34:00.001-07:00

Ahh!"It seemed like a good idea at the time!" It's not an aphorism but a paradox. Haec fabula docet!

2011-10-19T15:01:00.001-07:00

I gaze now on Hesperus - who will awake Aurora and leave the Heavens last. Cicero

2011-10-15T15:17:00.001-07:00

A lively performance of Ray Cooney's "Out of Order" and a truly superb dinner at the Printhouse.

2011-10-14T15:34:00.001-07:00

Driving back from Ashby to a phenomenal full moon. Just had to stop and stare! And howl - a little!

2011-10-13T12:15:00.001-07:00

Amazing how browsing round a local leather shop can spark a fascinating new close-up routine!

2011-10-10T14:50:00.001-07:00

Mum had a nasty fall and I had to call the doctor out - apparently her blood sugar was low .

2011-10-09T11:33:00.001-07:00

A very relaxing yet productive long weekend. Bought Lee Evans' new autobiography.

2011-10-06T11:53:00.001-07:00

Bought buttons for the two new suits. Chesterfield tomorrow for a few days - staying with J and H.

2011-10-03T08:39:00.001-07:00

Washing and ironing after the weekend. Dentist confirmed the date to have my bridge "done".

2011-10-02T09:18:00.001-07:00

A very enjoyable weekend in Sheffield/Derby and I'm now famished - but first - a nice cup of tea!

2011-09-30T13:11:00.001-07:00

It was just draining in the heat today. Picked up material for my new suits. Meeting Neil Tuesday.

2011-09-29T14:41:00.001-07:00

Spoke to Neil in London about making the new suits for Christmas. Arranged to meet up on Tuesday.

2011-09-27T14:07:00.001-07:00

Packing for KH on Thursday and Sheffield on Saturday and Sunday. New routines are bedding in nicely.

2011-09-26T12:21:00.001-07:00

Received a lovely letter from Alison and Mark regarding my contribution to their wedding last.

2011-09-24T08:57:00.001-07:00

I've just had my eyes opened recently so I understand why Martin Luther King is quoted as saying -

2011-09-24T08:50:00.001-07:00

Nothing in the World is more dangerous than sincere ignorance and conscientious stupidity.

2011-09-23T17:03:00.001-07:00

Just got in from a lovely thirtieth Birthday Dinner Party at Narborough. Not too late - cup of tea?

2011-09-22T13:39:00.001-07:00

ST rang to book some work again for his school at Christmas. Looking forward to it very much.

2011-09-22T13:37:00.001-07:00

Read until five am to finish Alan Bennett's "A life like other people's" - profoundly esoteric!

2011-09-21T16:56:00.001-07:00

Appointment at the dentist to replace a filling. Shades of "Ghost Town"!

2011-09-20T08:18:00.001-07:00

Revisiting "Owen Glendower" by John Cowper Powys. Got it second hand - 1941 edition.

2011-09-18T10:29:00.001-07:00

Chrissy rang with flight times for October. Lunch at the Cherry Tree and afternoon down at the boat.

2011-09-17T13:40:00.001-07:00

IS rang this morning to ask if I could confirm all the dates for Christmas . Diem praeclarum!

2011-09-16T12:37:00.001-07:00

Posted the commission I completed yesterday.The difficulty is to acknowledge just when to stop.

2011-09-14T12:57:00.001-07:00

Diem praeclarum! Latine dictum sit altum videtur.

2011-09-12T13:58:00.001-07:00

Confirmation from B and Co for the new product launch in London at the end of October. New routine?

2011-09-11T09:14:00.001-07:00

At Hathern today - all very good! An autumnal evening; the precursor of a majestic sunset.