Tag: Rome

The Ides

1500/14th March 2022 Beware the ides of March. It seems appropriate this day to mention the series of books I have been reading. Conn Iggulden's "Emperor" series, historical novels based on the life of Julius Caesar. When did one become aware of Caesar and the Roman Empire? History lessons? I don't remember specifically being taught … Continue reading The Ides →

Springtime in France

Jardin des fleurs, Nice, France Perhaps because it's Spring, I'm thinking of a trip I did with my father, to France, in the Spring. France is wonderful in the Spring. Maybe it's wonderful any when. When my mum died in the Summer of 1997, my brother and I worried about dad and how he would … Continue reading Springtime in France →