Performance Programme My plan and diary for keeping fit in 2023 will continue to focus on audaxes (long-distance rides) throughout the year. I'm still undecided about riding Paris-Brest-Paris in August, as it does seem to be a bit of a faff ... (more)
Articles and advice on cycling, technology, home efficiency and more Looking for family photos? Our family pages have moved These pages are written and managed by John & Julii Swindells, and we take every effort to ensure their accuracy ... (more)
Despite a complete lack of training, both in terms of fitness and ability, UEA put in a complete performance ranging from the usual Indivudual Pursuits to the super-fun Olympic Sprint. All the team (Adam, Jesse, Heather, John, Dave, plus van ... (more)
Piano-Playing for the Amateur (more)
As heard on This week the government announced it will start paying grants again for home owners who want to fit them. The DTI Low Carbon Buildings Programme householder stream will re-launch on 29th May 2007. You have to apply for a DTI accredited ... (more)
Performance Matters (more)
The Slater Family Many Thanks to Harold Slater, Doug Slater and Harriet (Slater) Brewster for supplying all of these pictures of Brainards and Slaters and their relations. Doug has a hobby family history site for our distant cousins. (more)
The Brainard Family Name Links: Cecilia Brainard on Wikipedia, and her profile on PAHLBooks.com (Philippine American Literary House). (more)
Web Programming This section is all about web development, helping programmers to develop the best sites possible. The key elements of successful web development: Performance - Interface - Maintainability (more)
Propane Prices As with all forms of domestic utility supplies, you should shop around to get a decent price for your propane gas supply. Propane prices are prone to unexpected and extreme fluctuations, so keep a regular eye on prices and don ... (more)
Wedding of Norman Swindells to Joan McNaughton, Dec. 1942 Camberwell. Norman is standing next to his shorter brother Stephen (in vicar's collar). At far left are George and Edie (man inbetween is?). To far right of Joan is probably her mother ... (more)