I thought this had been included in the Something Must Be Done legislation introduced (by you) some years ago

Yes. A lot of people like it, well made, writes well, not too expensive

Oh no! Paywall! But congrats anyway

No question that the driving’s appalling, but that doesn’t give the appalling cycling a free pass

And thus you corroborate the view of cyclists as entitled blame-shifters, giving the rest of us cyclists a bad name

Don’t delude yourself 😀 There’s no way back and, soon enough, you’ll find yourself selling off everything else you own to fund your habit and telling yourself you only need “just one more” 😂😂😂

You need to embrace the new world. Do not attempt to get back to your old life- that way, madness lies

Thanks. It’s a real gem, that pic

I’m sorry, but it’s no defence to cite the pen case you bought to feed your obsession as a legitimate claim of necessity. You must face the reality and either seek therapy or just accept that you’re a lost soul and enjoy the pens

Beautiful. Where is it?

Congratulations. You have now achieved Level 1 Collector. You have at least 1 (one) more fountain pen than you can justify on practical grounds

Helpful piece - thanks

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That is extremely nice.