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When emojis take over from words

I’ve been lucky enough to be working with a wide range of very different people in recent days. I say “lucky” because I’m told that’s what it is – a new “challenge” I must “embrace”, even if it’s one I might not usually relish. I’m not mad about change. I understand the Darwin theory about…

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The Comforting Sense of Smell

Last month’s blog was seen as being more serious than usual. My excellent boss delivered that view in an observant rather than judgmental way but still it struck home. I reflected and wondered if perhaps I was finding it harder to be light-hearted in view of what’s happening around the world. It’s been a trying…

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Marking New Beginnings

It’s February and if we narrow our eyes and look into the still-quite-far distance, there’s a possibility we can see the first signs of spring. Fair enough, this month has potential to take us back into the dark gloomy days of winter with an often late-rush of snow bringing travel to a standstill and keeping…

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The Kindness of Strangers

January: a month of new beginnings, new hopes, new resolutions. All things are possible as we look ahead to the promise of a new year. Or so it seems. Most of us start the year with a list of pledges to ourselves (and sometimes others) about what we are going to do differently. Top of…

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Happy New Year!

  Wishing you a hopeful and happy New Year.   With best wishes from all at 96 Harley Street.  

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Season’s Greetings

All of us at 96 Harley Street would like to take this opportunity to wish you and your loved ones a very merry Christmas.  

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When Hunger Fails to Satisfy

It’s lunchtime, and I chose a sandwich which is quick and easy, but then spy a chocolate chip muffin on the next shelf and can feel my tastebuds tingle. I know I shouldn’t really have it, but I have a busy afternoon ahead and I may need that extra bit of energy, especially at the…

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To Quit or Not to Quit

There are times when giving up seems to be the most sensible option. Smoking is known to be bad for your health, so it’s a good idea to stop. There’s no argument there. Even so, deciding to quit may just be the start of a difficult time and all of us who have embarked on…

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