Kev Quirk

Tag: homelife

When Was I Happiest?

My wife recently asked me at what point in my life was I the happiest. The answer surprised her.

Opinion, HomeLife

The Fisherman and The Businessman

I didn't expect a parable about a fisherman to smack me in the face with such clarity, but here we are.

Opinion, HomeLife

Year 3 at the Smallholding

We're been living on our smallholding in Wales for 3 years now. Here's how things have been going this year.

HomeLife

Career Snakes & Ladders

After years of climbing the ladder in cyber, I’ve learned that sometimes the best move isn’t up. It’s stepping back to make life sustainable again.

HomeLife, Opinion

Life is Really Shit Sometimes

I'm not really sure what to say about this one. I have no more words.

HomeLife

The Shed on the Drive 🛖

We have a brick shed on the drive that we've made into a playroom for the kids. Problem is, I use it more than them! 😂

"HomeLife"

A Month of Running

I haven’t run regularly in over 10 years. I’ve tried multiple times to get back into it, but it’s always fizzled out. This time feels different.

"HomeLife"

My Morning Walk

This post started life as a simple photo of a bridge for the Micro.blog photo challenge, but I ended up documenting the whole walk. Because, why not. 🤷🏻‍♂️

"HomeLife"

A Moment of Reflection

A moment of reflection during my early morning outage with the dogs (and cat) this morning. I'm so fortunate.

"HomeLife"

Work to Live, Don’t Live to Work

I've always been a firm believer in this saying, and I've always tried to stick to it. But recently, things have flipped and it's killing me.

"Opinion", "HomeLife"

Worst Day Ever

Today has just been the worst day ever and I’m ready for it to fuck right off.

"HomeLife"

Year 2 at the Smallholding

We recently passed 2 years at our 2.5 acre smallholding. It's been another busy year where we got loads done; here's what we've been up to.

"HomeLife"

I Want to Strangle Him...Sometimes

I love my sons, but my goodness there are times I want to strangle them. Then, sometimes, they show us why it's worth it.

"HomeLife"

Emma Mattresses Are Crap

My wife and I recently bought an Emma Mattress, but it's since gone back because, frankly, it's shite.

"HomeLife", "Opinion"

Why Do Kids Lie?

Why do kids think they can get away with the most ridiculous of lies? Sometimes it's funny, but other times I want to strangle them!

"HomeLife"

Ending the PenPals Experiment

I've decided to end my PenPals experiment. It's been 9 months, and it's been a lot of fun, but it's time for it to end.

"HomeLife", "PenPal"

How Much Does It Cost to Charge My EV for a Month?

Back in June I wrote about whether I've saved money by switching to an EV. But I charge my car at work quite a lot, so how much does it actually cost to charge my EV For a month?

"HomeLife"

Flailing About With My Mower

Back in May I wrote about an evening stroll in the field and leaving the grass to grow. Since then, things have escalated...A LOT.

"HomeLife"

Did Switching to an EV Save Me Money?

Back in February, I switched from a dinosaur drinking Land Rover, to an EV. But has switching actually saved me money?

"HomeLife", "Opinion"

Building a Home Gym

I haven't done a FatBoy update in a little while, so I decided to do a double-whammy and talk about how I've been getting on, along with my new little home gym.

"FatBoy", "HomeLife"