I’ve gone back and forth on this for a long time. Several
years in fact. Like many in the world, I am
very creative... I love black and
white art (the main reason I took an interest in photography from a young age)
and can spend hours inside a gallery. As a child and well into my late 20’s,
acting, dancing and singing was everything. Literally. Performing was all I
spoke of, dreamt of, and worked hard to become great at. Writing began in the
form of poetry, randomly, I never expected to enjoy it – essay writing,
storyboard writing, scriptwriting, narration, cue cards, blogging… Any form of
writing and also reading. At one point, I was going to write a book! But, I
don’t believe for one second any publisher would’ve touched it. Even if they
did, nobody would buy it. Nobody. Or, they’d have done so in secret.
The list of
creative endeavours is lengthy… But, having
taken the time to reflect on a WhatsApp voice note conversation (does anyone
speak to each other on the phone anymore?), I decided that enough is enough.
I’m bored and, yes, a tad fed up, but mostly bored. I don’t feel as inspired to create for the Blog, etc., in the way that I use to. Especially since Rona decided to
rock up with its destructive clart!! I also know that the fulfilment of my
purpose is not wrapped up in wordy blog posts people no longer want to read and
in thinking about this I was inspired to launch my
IGTV show named AMPLIFIED TV
(formerly Surviving Lockdown) which is the only reason I remain on Insta!
My voice is one that definitely has a place in this
upside-down world. I think it’s time I used it more whenever I feel to, in
support of positive causes that are aligned with my purpose, where appropriate.
This is not the end of my Blog necessarily. As I’ve said, I love to write and
will probably continue. However, you will need to be subscribed to the Blog to
receive updates of any articles I publish as I’ll not be ‘promoting’ each post
via social media. Alternatively, if you’re interested in seeing more of me in
the (virtual) flesh and
getting to know me a bit better, follow and interact
with me on Instagram.
Grateful to the loyal ones who read every post I publish and whose support is consistent. If ever I hit the ‘big time’, YOU will be the
people I remember and who I will choose to take with me!!
I hope this post makes sense.
Big love,
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