Eventually i have to take off my snowballing gloves - put my wellies away - pack my bag and head off to some meetings. That time is now.

I am off to London to speak at the annual conference of the Citizens Advice Service.  

They asked me to say a few words and sit on the panel which is the opening session of the day. I said yes - little knowing that over the last few days that they would send me more and more questions and suggestions on things i might like to talk about - and things that i might be asked about. Oooppss. Feels like homework. Emma HarrisonView Complete Post

I have been visiting lots of work places recently. Stopped by many desks for a chat. Shared the biscuits - looked at the desk bits and bobs - family photos, gadgets, soft toys, drawings and so much more. Started to occur to me that people make little nests at work - setting up mini homes - and i reallly like it.

It seems very natural that people would want to personalise their space and then quite naturally feel possesive and protective towards it.  

I like the fact that most of the bits and bobs are things from home - and they all look well used - and re-cycl..Emma HarrisonView Complete Post

Thank goodness for the internet. Thick snow outside - roads looking decidedly dodgy - not in the mood to don wellies or a thick coat and pack a journey survival kit - my car has been abandoned in favour of my frost free keyboard.

I am in touch with the world. Having a lovely day. 

My meeting for the morning was conducted over the phone - with us both looking at the same documents and plans. Of course - a dawning realistion that when i need to spend time with someone i already know well - i.e. we trust eachother - we know what faces we pull - we have ..Emma HarrisonView Complete Post