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Talking myself out of trouble

So… It’s here, the test press of my first and self published book.. And I am buzzin! So happy and it’s the start of a new chapter, pardon the pun. It’s took a while from the seed planted last year but I’m glad it took the time. The illustrations by my mate Phil Wagstaff areContinue reading “Talking myself out of trouble”

Mamucium calling

The old Roman name for the castlfield fort.. also became mancunium and well we know where it went next… Anyway.. I’ve booked to have the word along with some artwork inked into my body… Nowt like been impulsive!! On other fronts I’m still waiting on my test book. Lulu says it’s despatched but not sureContinue reading “Mamucium calling”

Going my own way

And not a lonely day to be had!!. Bit of Fleetwood Mac reference for ya!!.. Bits and pieces keeping me busy.. helping pals get their business opening on track.. labour for a lunch!!.. proper cooperative.. More writing and rehearsing.. getting ready for the big reopening. New material flows in these bizzare times. first public spoutingContinue reading “Going my own way”

Breaking radio silence

Information on my pending book launch was included in ‘Oldham Today’ between 10.00-12.00 noon. The programme will be repeated between 5.00-7.00pm and 5.00-7.00am on 6.4.21. on …The Award Winning Oldham Community Radio Station. 99.7fm. I’ve contacted a few other media outlets and things look promising for some crackin exposure… I’m still awaiting a test copy of the book.Continue reading “Breaking radio silence”

No fool today

So.. It’s ordered! The first test copy of a book I’ve more than cobbled together.. I’ve just rolled the snowball. Let’s see what happens. It’s got 25 verse from my spoken word… 5 lyric sheets from The Dirt. Bags of great art by Phil Wagstaff, his interpretation of my words. And all centred around myContinue reading “No fool today”

Mixed emotions

It’s been a weekend of polar emotions.. It started with a good friend passing away after a three month fight post heart attack.. Colin Radcliffe gave his all to mental health awareness and recovery bringing numerous groups together to take on the stigma around the subject with his project DePresson. I now think it’s upContinue reading “Mixed emotions”

A mixed mag

I was going to have a quiet week as I’ve recently walked out of full time employment.. and I’m loving it!!! But… my monkey won’t alow me to holiday just yet… Firstly I’ve just completed a Mental Health First aid course through Mind and Tameside veterans.. loved it and found out alot about my ownContinue reading “A mixed mag”

Time 2 Talk

I put a personal Facebook message up yesterday about how I was buzzing.. it’s true.. and I said I had bags left over.. and it’s free.. that also is true.. a few personal achievements and good news has come in.. so while I’m surfing that positive wave I’d like to think I can try help..Continue reading “Time 2 Talk”

Talk the walk

“Talkthewalk” is the new thread coming to the web page soon.. As I have started building are rather extensive portfolio of organisations I’ve worked with, still am or have shown interested in talking myself out of trouble.. I thought it best to get a little at together.. sell my wares and bow strings! This weekendContinue reading “Talk the walk”

Connected

What a week… Started with a blog about my 2nd year anniversary of realising PTSD was lurking around.. thanks for the positive comments. On Tuesday I did a podcast interview with Time2talk mental health hub.. it goes out next week so I’ll be sharing the links.. talking stigma reduction, creative paths, bit of verse andContinue reading “Connected”