What do you see when you look in the mirror? - The successful businessperson? - The budding artist? - The conservative clergyman? - The enlightened guru? - The strong-silent type? - The lone wolf? - The Social Justice Warrior? - The fashionista? - The wise cracking asshole? These and many more labels are common amongst … Continue reading Behind the Mask
Does anyone remember the line “With Great Power Comes Great Responsibility?” Whilst sitting on the plane to Bangkok and having the pleasure of watching the 2002 Spiderman Movie (think Toby McGuire and Sam Raimi – I was feeling a little adventurous) I heard the famous phrase, as quoted by Peter’s uncle just before his untimely … Continue reading Our Power to be responsible relies on our ability to be irresponsible…(within context)
I was fearful of my own obsolescence. I couldn’t hack it, I wouldn’t make it. I couldn’t bear the conviction of my own limitations. Feeling depressed, dispossessed and bereaved of my own immortality. “I renounce my subjugation and defy these boundaries and edicts”! “But methinks the lady doth protest too much”, said the voice in … Continue reading Writer’s Block
The Christmas period always feels like a bubble in time and space- where the 'so-called' natural laws do not apply, it just feels like one continuous monologue of drinking, Christmas TV specials, eating, lounging and board games, interlaced with Christmas pop classics and reggae. I love Secret Santa, cheesy Christmas jumpers and being affectionately cheeky … Continue reading That Blur Between Christmas & New Years
The Philosopher's Poet 