An exercise in small things
The roots of an idea – the creative voice and an exercise in focusing it. When I am scouting around in my mind for an idea for ‘on the bench’, thoughts generally will arrive of their own accord, that is … Continued
That inner critic (sigh).
The inner critic Who doesn’t have one? That little (or sometimes the loudest voice) in the room that rubbishes attempts and accomplishments. Mine typically is reserved for when I think I am doing okay at something and acts as … Continued
Something to give
These months have flown… I had to check my diary, twice. Twice to double check I hadn’t actually written a post since the end of May. Now its nearly, but not quite September (Huh? How did that happen?). I am … Continued
Without a shadow of a doubt
Creatively writing. I start the email: “Thank you so much for letting me know. Unfortunately, I won’t be able to make it…” I flip through the script in my mind and ask myself why I wouldn’t want to have a … Continued
All that is scary
Many, many things A post about a slightly odd creative fear but first… Jumping out of a plane, roller coasters, bungee jumping, fast cars, fast anything. I am what some might called a scaredy-cat. I will do anything to live … Continued