About Middle Man
These are the sometimes irreverent ramblings and observations of a middle-aged, Midland-born, middle manager from the UK…..
To protect my friends and family, and, occasionally to avoid legal action, I have disguised the identity of certain people in my posts. They will, however, recognise themselves I am sure, as will those close to them. The events depicted, however, are real and factual……at least as I remember them. And, I haven’t been a whisky drinker for years now.
It is never my intention to cause offense. So, if you do feel offended please let me know and I will consider an apology and moderating my input. But I do reserve the editorial privilege of ignoring all and any such requests.
A potted me:
- Early 40s
- Married
- No kids – but a very spoilt cat
- Born in Walsall, raised in Birmingham, “educated” at Oxford University
- Living in Cheshire in the UK
Feel free to add comments (no rude ones please). If you like my Blog, please pass the link on to your friends. Thanks – the Middle Man.
Maslow Looking Gorgeous
Me through the years – life has not always been kind:
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Daniel | June 25, 2008 at 12:23 pm
How about a photo of the cat to show my cat? Eh?
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Middle Man | June 27, 2008 at 1:21 pm
Maslow, the cat, enjoys his privacy!
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ted evans | July 15, 2008 at 8:46 pm
Leave Bill Turnbull alone. Reading your profile suggests that you are a BMW driver, you have no sense of humour, do not have the slightest idea of how a news programme is scheduled or formatted. Bill only presents what is put before him. As for the dancing have you got 1. the guts to do what he tried to do.2. Tow left feet? if so put one in your mouth and shut up.
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Middle Man | July 16, 2008 at 7:55 am
Thanks for popping in, Ted. Not sure how you got a car from my profile at all but, actually, I drive an Audi TT. Furthermore, I do have a sense of humour – however, it is clearly a tad too sophisticated for a few of my readers (you know who you are
). And, actually I am not entirely un-media savvy! I have the guts but choose not to go on a celebrity dance programme, primarily because I do indeed have TWO left feet.
But, Bill Turnbull is not a serious news presenter and reduces everything to the lowest denomination and a cheap, tongue-in-cheek, remark. Contrast his approach with that of the presenters on the Today programme which airs at the same time. Get Bill out! Get Bill out!
Oh and Ted, as Bill would no doubt add, thank you for your very interesting point, have a nice day, and be kind to bees!
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renaissanceronin | August 4, 2008 at 7:42 pm
This just in…
Does Ted have one of “Bill’s bees” up his butt?
Inquiring minds want to know…
Everybody knows that “middle-aged middle managers” don’t drive Beemer’s. It’s that kind of common sense that got them to middle management!
I think Ted needs a lesson in manners… and anatomy. No “middle-aged middle manager” in all of the UK could possibly put one foot in his mouth, and then… shut up about it!
BTW: If I was flexible enough to do that, I’d brag my ass off!
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Steve Campbell | September 5, 2008 at 11:40 pm
I am deeply offended by your public relations guide for the area of Manchester you’ve termed ‘Shameless’. There are myriad regions much like Wythenshawe, unfortunately, but the picture you’ve painted of my hometown is graphic in its nature and sweeping in its suppositions.
I’ve left a comment on the blog page, so won’t repeat it here.
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Middle Man | September 10, 2008 at 8:50 am
Hey Steve, great use of the word “myriad”!
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Steve Campbell | September 12, 2008 at 6:32 pm
Thanks.
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lily | November 7, 2008 at 8:35 pm
I disagree with your critic, Ted. I’d say you do have a sense of humour. And what does he mean by ‘tow’ left feet?
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Middle Man | November 8, 2008 at 12:26 pm
Thanks Lily!
I do try and, occasionally, I do have my moments……
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Peter the Pedant | November 20, 2008 at 8:33 pm
I two (or possibly tow) have seen evidence of a sense of humour…. though admittedly scant
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Middle Man | November 20, 2008 at 10:03 pm
Aw shucks, Pedant, I am moved
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leakelley | February 10, 2009 at 8:10 pm
Maslow is fabulous!
Is he named after Abraham Maslow?
Does he have a pyramid?
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Middle Man | February 11, 2009 at 9:26 am
Dear Leakelley,
Thanks for popping in. Why is it Maslow gets all of the “isn’t he cute” comments from the babes and not me?
Maslow is indeed named after the Pyramid of Needs. This will explain how he came to us and how he got his name:
http://caughtinthemiddleman.wordpress.com/2007/03/20/my-family-other-animals-part-2/
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larycrews | February 11, 2009 at 5:34 pm
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Lary Crews
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Middle Man | February 12, 2009 at 10:19 am
Well thank you Lary!
I have returned the compliment by providing a link to your site.
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Anonymous | March 13, 2009 at 4:17 pm
Interesting reading….it’s been a while…..
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Middle Man | March 13, 2009 at 4:38 pm
Dear Amsterdam-based Anonymous,
Declare yourself!
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Little old me | March 18, 2009 at 10:26 am
very interesting site
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Anonymous | April 9, 2009 at 12:32 pm
You’ll have to guess…………….
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woodman3 | August 19, 2009 at 5:43 pm
Had to link to your site… I love your style of writing
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Anonymous | August 20, 2009 at 1:19 pm
Aw shucks – I am really touched.