Derek Peden

I was surprised to see that the last update I’d given to this page was in December of last year. But then again, it’s been a whirlwind of a few months, with lots going on.

Well the event of this year is almost upon us. Quite a change from thinking of getting married later this year, to later this month.

It’s beyond words. At least those I’d share publicly.

We’ve not finished work for the year, or enjoyed a family Christmas. Yet regardless, I am really looking forward to an exciting 2026.

Getting married means lots of changes but also won’t change a thing. We are both so incredibly happy together and I can’t wait to be her husband.

Re-engaging with social media again, but this time it seems to be making a difference.

Since I have signed up for apps Croissant and Tapestry I’ve found a new pleasure from submitting content to the world, even if no one is actually reading my posts.

Also managed to go back and get my “Then” page to reflect my history of “Now”.

I like the idea of both Now and Then pages on a blog.

The details I keep to myself, occasionally writing my private thoughts in Day One, and not sharing publicly.