Two things that have defined my first three decades are a thirst for adventures and a sense of social justice. The first one has taken me around the planet. The second has been one of the strongest principles of my parents. They subscribed to the Weekly and I have always liked its unapologetic, crisp, analytical journalism. The Guardian flies its colours high instead of hiding in the bland political middle ground, and I find that inspiring and admirable, especially in our confusing times.
When I started roaming the continents in my mid-20s, my dad got me a subscription – when I lived in Australia and when my partner and I moved to our current home in Norway. It also creates a connection with my family in Finland.
I always start with Notes & Queries, which I often read aloud to my partner – we have decided that it’s time we start calling ourselves youngish instead of young, so it’s all right to have habits like this – and then I read the Country Diary.
My life has always been about surfing the waves of change so I enjoy having some constants. I’m sure the Weekly will continue to be one of those.
