Summer evenings at home in Melbourne

Life at Home

Melbourne weather finally turned to summer.

January 16, 2026 · 1 min · Simon Paynter
Drink bottles

Drink Bottles Have Become a Thing

I carry a drink bottle everywhere now. When did that become normal?

January 15, 2026 · 2 min · Simon Paynter
Going deaf — hearing loss journey

Going Deaf

A personal account of progressive hearing loss, Menière’s disease, and the path to a cochlear implant.

April 5, 2025 · 2 min · Simon Paynter
Major life event

Major Life Event

Being made redundant, and the unexpected clarity that followed.

October 17, 2024 · 2 min · Simon Paynter
Bag collection

My Bag Philosophy

I love bags and have bought far too many over the years.

November 18, 2023 · 1 min · Simon Paynter
Mountain biking accident recovery

2023 Isn't Working Out as Expected

A mountain biking accident, broken ribs, and COVID — all at once.

November 17, 2023 · 1 min · Simon Paynter