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Alice Bartlett is a tech director at FT.com, former GDS developer, and founder of tampon.club, living in Brighton.

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The future of coding may shift from writing code to managing agents, akin to the satisfaction found in knitting rather than seeking efficiency.
The author reflects on their farewell from the Financial Times, sharing heartfelt moments from their leaving drinks, including kind words from colleagues and a unique cryptic crossword gift. They express gratitude for the support ...
The author reflects on various personal experiences and observations from the week, including thoughts on friendship, a story being written by someone named E, and insights gained from a meeting with the Department for Transport r...
The author reflects on their final day at the Financial Times (FT), sharing personal anecdotes and memories from their decade-long tenure. They recount various humorous and memorable moments, including interactions with colleagues...
A quiet New Year's Eve leads to reflections on a challenging Christmas parkrun and ongoing knitting projects, blending humor and personal insights.
A humorous reflection on food preferences and the importance of respecting others' choices, sparked by a train conversation and personal experiences.
A friend's biking accident disrupts childcare plans, but community support shines through amidst the challenges of recovery and injury management.
The author recounts their overwhelming yet humorous first week at Rightmove, navigating new job challenges and personal experiences.
The author reflects on recent personal experiences, including the renovation of their office floor, which revealed damaged floorboards and nostalgic items from the past. They share a humorous account of a drunken night out celebra...
The author reflects on a lunch with a friend, Tom, and the emotions surrounding their meeting, particularly as Tom's birthday approaches. The narrative shifts to a moment at a playground where the author comforts a child, E, who h...
The author shares a series of personal anecdotes from a recent trip, including an unsettling encounter with a skinhead on a bus, observations about their child's understanding of school dynamics, excitement about a Nick Cave conce...
The author reviews Sir Grayson Perry's show 'Are You Good?', expressing disappointment as it diverges from his previous themes on masculinity and English identity. The show primarily lists Perry's dislikes, with a focus on contrad...
A whimsical reflection on parenting, capturing the joy of family moments and the humorous quirks of children.
The post combines personal reflections on aging, family life, and a new knitting project, highlighting the author's journey in running and parenting.
A personal reflection on family life, career changes, creative projects, and reading experiences throughout 2025.
Balancing work and childcare presents challenges, while the author explores the depth of sewing skills and shares personal experiences with subscriptions and communication.
A week filled with personal reflections on using mineral water, knitting, playful pranks, and enjoyable outings highlights the joys of simple pleasures.
A week filled with personal reflections on mineral water, knitting, playful pranks, and enjoyable outings highlights the simple joys of life.
The author reflects on a week filled with small yet meaningful activities, including home improvements, a scenic walk from Brighton to Newhaven, and social interactions in London. They share experiences of mundane tasks like mendi...
A week filled with home projects, scenic walks, and thoughtful reflections on life and knowledge, showcasing the beauty of everyday moments.
The author shares personal anecdotes about their life, including their CEO's unique habit of wearing two watches, interactions with skilled tradespeople like a floor guy and plasterer, and humorous observations about their childre...
The author shares personal anecdotes about birthdays, celebrity sightings, and amusing insights from their child's perspective on aristocrats, while also mentioning the influence of AI.
A lighthearted reflection on childhood teasing and a cinema experience of 'Wuthering Heights,' blending humor with personal insights.
March brings warmth and humor as the author shares family moments, gardening woes, and a playful joke about planets.