Sir, I read of the new Natural Science of "Ergonomics". By studying the interaction of the human and the world around them, improvements in comfort and efficiency may be made. I instruct maid Evelyn to stand naked as if cleaning, for me to study. To im nudes
Sir, In readiness for the feast of St Stephen, I do restock the wine cellar. Maid Elsie do assist. In the course of our work, we do both sample a little wine, brandy and port. Reclining with ease, Elsie declares it "most fine", and I do very much agree
Sir, a Picture Postcard arrives from Gussy Herbert. He is working as part of a trade envoy in France. He notes that "the clothing styles as worn by the Ladies of Paris are most notable". I do indeed note them, and hope that Gussy's work brings closer
Sir, On visiting the seaside to take the air. I discover that the wily yokels here have a clever scheme. This lady do stand atop the rocks and calls out, just as the Sirens in the Greek myth. Passing shipping do then run aground upon said rocks, their c
Maid Clara do have a most novel way to test the chairs of her betters for comfort and cleanliness. At least, this is what I told Lady B___ when she entered the room unexpectedly. However, I am not sure my explanation was believed. I have instructed the b
Sir, I instruct my maids to decorate the drawing room with paper chains in celebration of the yuletide. The high ceilings therein necessitate the use of a ladder, but maid Elsie is anxious of its flimsy construction. I observe that her petticoats must ha
Sir, I have oft heard it pronounced that the fairer sex are not capable of riding these new "safety bicycles", as it may prove too strenuous or in some way un-ladylike to do so. I trust that herein I am able to provide proof that this argument has no m
Sir, members may recall a letter to the Times concerning the variable quality of garden furniture originating from beyond the Empire. Presently, there is some scientific endevour to esablish an international standard for weight bearing.
Sir, Having been served a glass of port in which there were icicles forming, I did complain to maid Eva, instructing her to ensure it is at an appropriate serving temperature. And, to her credit, the very next day I found my Port most delicious and warmi
