Whether we have plenty, or we are in want, it shouldn’t affect our peace of mind. There’s more in the … More

Having become accustomed to success over the years, even a draw can be a great disappointment for The New Saints. … More

After the 0-0 draw with Bala Town at Park Hall, I went on the pitch with TNS FC manager, Scott … More

With the last competitive game played on December 19 last year, it’s been a long break for The New Saints … More

If your grandparents are still alive, there’s a specific reason why you’ll regret in later life that you didn’t ask … More

When we enter our promised land, it’s often through difficult times. We need to step back and understand there’s a … More

You can follow my latest garden nature blog via the video below. There are some nice photographs in there, courtesy … More

After training yesterday, at Park Hall, I sat down with two players who were part of the record-breaking run in … More

As you can see from the video, I was up very early indeed this morning. The days are getting longer … More

In both negative and positive situations, on a personal level you can never underestimate the value of discernment. There’s more … More

It’s been a hard road to walk in the last few days, as far as angling is concerned. However, this … More

It was nice to do a press conference this morning with The New Saints’ manager, Scott Ruscoe, ahead of the … More

You can never underestimate the importance of commitment on a personal level. There’s more in the video below (55 seconds) … More

Manchester City’s 4-1 victory against Wolverhampton Wanderers yesterday evening, in the English Premier League, means that they have now won … More

Prior to the behind-closed-doors friendly against Bangor City, yesterday, I sat down with Chris Seargeant in the technical area at … More

We’re usually on the pitch but this time round circumstances dictated that we did our post-match interview elsewhere. Ultimately, in … More

It’s back to competitive football this coming Saturday for The New Saints. In the final friendly before the big day, … More

The life that we have isn’t a dry run, it’s the real thing. There’s more in the video below (1 … More

Sharp people will have a positive effect on others. Be with those types and also, more importantly, strive to become … More

It was another very cold start to the day, as March kicked-off with an overnight frost. You can follow the … More

It’s all about identity and feeling comfortable within yourself. Dydd gŵyl Dewi hapus, by the way. There’s more in the … More

It’s not dark now till after 6.00 p.m. which means it’s much easier to fit in angling sessions. The days … More

The criteria for the garden bird ticks is that they don’t have to be in the garden itself but I … More

As far as months are concerned, we are now one-sixth of the way into the year. My intention in 2021 … More

Once every four years, we gain an extra day on the calendar. There’s more in the video below (53 seconds) … More

It’s important to not form opinions from what we see on the outside. Instead, it’s what’s on the inside that … More

It was a good win for The New Saints against the English Championship side, winning 3-1 come the final whistle. … More

It was a visit to English Championship side, Stoke City, for me today, as The New Saints played their penultimate … More

Modern technology has great benefits. It also means, though, that we have to stay switched-on more than ever. There’s more … More

With no competitive football in Wales since December 19 last year, I haven’t added anything to my football memorabilia collection … More

It was a cold start to the day this morning, and a reminder that although the weather has been great … More

When you determine in your own mind what’s right or wrong, the problem is that your conscience can become seared. … More

It was a very spring-like day today, and after I did everything that I needed to do, I headed to … More

The latest signing at The New Saints FC is Jake Canavan. Previously with Manchester City and Burnley, he has signed … More

If there’s something in our character that needs dealing with, do exactly that. There’s more in the video below (1 … More

After a number of consecutive first-light angling sessions, today was dictated by the fact that I got home late yesterday … More

Finding themselves 3-0 up after twenty-one minutes, courtesy of a Greg Draper hat-trick, a late brace from Adrian Cieslewicz sealed … More

Although the choice of player changes, depending on what happened during the game, the manager interview is constant, as we … More

In another friendly against Welsh opposition, this time the visitors to Park Hall were Airbus UK Broughton. The video below … More

There’s a road near where I live, that at times, is difficult to join. Some drivers let you in, some … More

I’m into a certain routine at the moment, waking early and getting a short early morning angling session in on … More

They may go back to the seventies, but my Bang & Olufsen record player and Sony headset are both excellent, … More

It was another first-light canal session this morning, after my favourite species, to kick-off the working week. As I’m on … More

Being out and about is most definitely good for you. There’s more in the video below (55 seconds) with other … More

I’ve already seen goldfinch from the garden this year – in neighbouring trees – but it was still great to … More

Now that the conditions are improving, I’ve been able to focus on perch, which are invariably my target species when … More

It’s that time again, once every ten years, when I renew my passport. There’s more in the video below (1 … More

I woke naturally again this morning, with no need of an alarm clock. It was 5.09 a.m. though, so I … More

It goes without saying that balance is importance and that, while we stay passionate, we avoid obsession. There’s more in … More

I didn’t need the alarm this morning, just the fact that I was going fishing was enough for my body … More

Most people want to be liked, it’s better than being hated by everyone, and that’s a fact. There’s more in … More

I’m blessed in that I have access to miles of rural canal stretches within minutes of where I live. The … More

Having signed a first-year professional contract this season, it’s been good to follow Lewis Rees’ career in the last couple … More

Once he had completed his duties in the dressing room, Scott made his way out for our usual post-match interview. … More

Signing for The New Saints in the January transfer window, with TNS welcoming Cardiff Metropolitan University FC in a behind-closed-doors … More

Following friendlies against Liverpool, Burnley and Chester, this time round it was closer to home, as The New Saints welcomed … More

Is social media good or bad? Is being on the internet positive or negative? There’s more in the video below … More

It’s good to continue catching perch, and after yesterday’s session, I was back again in the same spot. You can … More

Memories are precious. Even when you look back at old, grainy photographs, it’s not about the quality of the image … More

Yesterday, I was getting there. Today, I got there. After several blanks, I finally caught a fish! Not just turning … More

Today’s thought for the day is inspired by a magpie. There’s more in the video below (1 minute 42 seconds) … More

It’s been a lovely day today and I finished it off, well certainly as far as the hours of daylight … More

As we say farewell to our old home, a few thoughts on the difference between a house and a home. … More

You can follow today’s short session via the video below, and don’t forget, you can comment on blog entries via … More

On St. Valentine’s Day, a few thoughts on love. There’s more in the video below (1 minute 16 seconds) with … More

The conditions remain very cold, and with sub-zero temperatures still ruling the roost, the walk my wife and I took … More

I saw common buzzard on a few occasions prior to the New Year. We live near the bottom of a … More

The bottom line is that, if you write it, you’re responsible for it. There’s more in the video below (1 … More

We all have possessions and it’s good when the things that we’ve gathered around us bring back positive memories. There’s … More

Many think that forgiveness is a sign of weakness, when in fact it’s the opposite. There’s more in the video … More

For just the second time this month, I ventured out on the bank. It was a struggle, certainly from a … More

There’s a life-lesson from a budgerigar in today’s thought. There’s more in the video below (1 minute 7 seconds) with … More

Some thoughts from the sad passing of the Supremes’ Mary Wilson. There’s more in the video below (1 minute 36 … More

Although there are no physical meetings between the TNS FC Academy coaches and players at present, nevertheless they have been … More

It’s important to push yourself when you don’t feel too good, but also to recognise there are times when you … More

We often talk about holding a grudge but in effect it’s the grudge that holds us. There’s more in the … More

Like the natural world around us, in our own life we don’t find that there’s a convenient switch-over from one … More

I have a Spotify soul music compilation list that I regularly listen to when I’m on the road. One of … More

There’s no closing statement to today’s message. You have to draw your own conclusion. There’s more in the video below … More

We all know the term ‘road rage’, I’m sure. It’s become a part of modern life. There’s more in the … More

Following the 4-2 victory against the National League North side, I chatted with manager, Scott Ruscoe. We set up in … More

With away games against Liverpool and Burnley so far this year, this time round it was back at Park Hall, … More

Using my own job in football as an example, fulfilment isn’t found in what we do but who we are. … More

Using Thomas Edison and the light bulb as an example, when you know you’re on the right track, keep going … More

As we begin the second month of a new year, how many resolutions made on December 31 last year are … More

On a personal level, it’s important that we identify the difference, and especially so if we are on the wrong … More

I saw my first mammal in the garden over the last few days. The grey squirrel made its way along … More

I was up bright and early this morning for my final session of the month. In addition, via the video … More

You might not think at all or you can overthink. That’s why balance is very important. There’s more in the … More

He saved a penalty at Liverpool two weeks ago, this time TNS FC goalkeeper, Connor Roberts, did the same against … More

Once the final whistle had gone in the match between Burnley and The New Saints, I chatted with the latter’s … More

Due to the UK-wide lockdown, football has been at a bare minimum so far in 2021. The visit to Barnfield … More

Football-related travel has been limited in the last month or so, due to lockdowns across the UK. It was good … More

Be aware that there will be those who will be watching – and waiting – for an opportunity to catch … More

We make many choices every day in our lives, without even thinking about it. Some aren’t really that important but … More

The date’s in my diary. Oh, and by the way, Wolves ended 0-0. A decent result. All is revealed in … More

The example of wanting to leave your job is one that many can identify with. It’s all about making the … More

One of the big benefits of having a hobby is that it will build your character. There’s more in the … More

Although I’m always confident, I’m also realistic, and I knew today’s session was going to be tough. That was most … More

Is it possible to avoid personal opposition? More importantly, what to do when it happens. There’s more in the video … More

The car stayed put today, due to the heavy snowfall locally. I went for a walk though, around the local … More

With heavy snowfall across the area, travel has not been on the agenda today. Still, I took advantage of the … More

With the England lockdown continuing, although fishing is allowed, it has to be local and that’s why the River Stour … More

Although there’s reference to the deathbed, it’s not meant to be morbid, rather reflective and motivational. There’s more in the … More

Football-related interviews have been thin on the ground recently, as Welsh football has been non-existent since before Christmas. However, with … More

The heading says it all, really. Regardless of the conditions, you’ll never have a chance of catching unless you go … More

I didn’t even know we had another named storm passing through until I got home and checked the news. Not … More

Today’s thought comes from the natural world and in particular, a common buzzard. There’s more in the video below (56 … More

While out fishing, I was reminded of an angling memory from many years ago. So, while waiting for my first … More

It’s not so much if we make mistakes in life, but rather, do we learn from them. There’s more in … More

Although fishing was not originally permitted in the lockdown announced earlier this week, great work from the Angling Trust ensured … More