I fell into writing. I wasn’t someone who had always written or who had dreamt of being a writer, and to be honest I didn’t know writing was even a job possibility. So, with this weeks post I hope I can show you that anyone, from any background can achieve personal success with words. And …
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‘I’d love to write a book’ This is a phrase most of us will have heard. Either from our own thoughts, from a friend or in a crowded train. However, a sad truth is that many people who start with this phrase also end with it. The thought of writing a book is too big, …
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This week has been a busy one, with my time being swallowed up with jobs, stress and the autumn blues. And as the nights grew darker, I didn’t want to switch my needle for something different; as I knew I would get some much-needed calm when sewing. So this week my message is: If you …
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This week I decided to explore my creativity through sewing. I have enjoyed needle work since I was at school, but I’ve never been a pro or had a burning passion to do it every day. And so, I have dabbled in it every now and then leaving unfinished projects around my house. But, it’s …
This week I decided to do a book review of Jurassic park by Michael Crichton. I know reading may not seem an obvious creative venture, but I think it is. When you read an amazing book, you are creating a personal movie within your head. Depending on story and genre you can be transported into …
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Cooking and baking is both physical and mental therapy. — Mary Berry. Overwhelmed? Not enough time? These are some of the things that plague my mind and body each day (no-one feels fresh under stress). Unfortunately, I suspect this is the case for many others. The truth is, life can easily and regularly get on top of …
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