Sean Waddington has contributed to the Daily for more than 15 years. He remains amazed and ever grateful that in this complicated world of war, climate change and the AFL draft, editors allow him to indulge in such simple pleasures as eating Sunnyboys, running through sprinklers and skimming stones. Archive for May 2007
Thursday, May 31, 2007Snow job scuttles my skills
0 CommentsThe frangipani run is bearing less fruit these days. On the walk to school, when the kids round Mayfield Street, the race is always on to find the best of ... >>
Let me fill you in on dentist
0 CommentsThis column is a continuation of last week’s about going to the dentist. Considering the material has been some 28 years in the making, I hope devoting a two-part series ... >>
Brushing aside my fears
0 CommentsOnce in a while, every 28 years or so, it’s important to go to the dentist. I know. I hear what you’re saying. It’s actually important to go to the ... >>
A dangerous book for dads
0 CommentsThe Dangerous Book for Boys is quite upfront about the challenges one might face with treehouse construction. It says: “Let’s be blunt. Building a decent treehouse is really hard." >>
Reality check on rudeness
0 CommentsI read in the newspaper recently that the antics of cartoon characters have taught children that it’s cool to be crude, according to an expert in manners. Do animated stars ... >>






