My oldest, Leo, is autistic; I am his registered carer. I haven’t come across many parents of autistic children admitting that parenting is boring, stifling and terrifying online. Apparently, we are all blessed with special children by God because we are special parents. We are stoical in our “suffering”.
Read MoreMy point is, if you are open to questioning how you can lead the way, reduce plastic in the work you create or find an alternative, it may open doors and opportunities that you may not have thought of possible. Make that change, tell anyone who will listen, collaborate… if something isn’t how you want it, change it.
Read MoreIt was fantastic to finally meet The Everyday Magazine Founder and fellow creative, Jess Blackwell this week. She greeted me carrying a delightful bag of goodies she’d already collected en route, which included freshly cut flowers and a miniature (but sizable) broomstick. Far from being offended, I was delighted that she had sensed I wouldn’t be bothered by the broomstick. I’m just glad we’re in October. April may have got me wondering. Perhaps Jess knew she was meeting one of her tribe.
Read MoreThe Everyday Magazine is here to be that reason you need to create again. To find that essential excuse you need to write something - or photograph something - or do anything - and know that there is a space for it and people will see it.
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