There is something extremely satisfying about sitting down and coming up with ideas for a new project. The thrill of the unknown is something that pushes me on to strive for something better.
Let me start off with the reason I started this blog.
It's been a good few years since I've given creative writing a go, hence why I've plucked up the courage to start a blog. At school, I always enjoyed my English and Welsh classes, especially when it came to writing stories. I honestly loved it more than Sheldon loves his spot. But since leaving school, photography pretty much took over as my main creative release. But night before last, as I was semi-conscious in bed, my mind went into overdrive (as it does when you're desperately trying to sleep) I had all these ideas popping into my head I just wanted to write down and they just. kept. coming. Unfortunately I was no where near concious enough to realise this and reach for the pen and paper. And then, as I slowly drifted off, I did the worst thing that I possibly could have done.
I thought to myself:
"Ah, it's fine... I'll remember this in the morning"
It's safe to say, the following morning I woke up having forgotten... pfft, I don't know... 99% of what had been going through my head?? All I had remembered was I needed to write something down. But do you think, for the life of me, I could remember what? Not a chance. Now, this happens way too often. I have had ideas for photo-shoots, ideas for songs (I play guitar too!) and ideas for stories that have all but stayed with me when I wake up from the land of nod. I don't think the word "frustrating" would sum it up enough, to be entirely honest!!
Alas here I am. I have decided that whatever enters the vast void between my ears will be written down in my trusty notebook and shared with you. The wonderful world of the internet! And with that, I welcome you to my blog. The way of Andy Benjamin.
I'm 26 years young and loving life right now. I currently work as a bar manager and am working hard at starting my own photography business. I love mingling with people and have an unhealthy obsession with superhero movies (and by the way; have you seen the teaser for the new Transformers movie? EEK!!) have an un-natural obsession with the universe and would love one day to see the earth from space. My music style has once been described as "eclectic" and I once described my car as a "lunchbox on wheels". I’m a self proclaimed chocoholic and love all things that are bad for me. Me and the better half are currently looking to buy our first home which, in all honesty, is frightening the living daylights out of me, but the excitement of it all is REALLY outweighing the nerves!
So. Now you know a little about me and why I decided to start this show, lets get onto what I'm going to be sharing with you in future posts:
The greater things in life - Almost every day, I come across something that really makes me giggle and I would LOVE to write about these. You never know. Some days I may even turn them into short stories. Not giving away too much right now. For them you'll have to tune in a little later!
The downright crazy things in life - Just as above there are so many things that make me angry and feel ashamed to call myself a human being. and I'll be discussing (or venting as you wish) about these
The tastier things in life - Who fancies a few cocktails??
The DIY side of life - Lets get messy...
The family side of life - Just letting you know. My family are mental. You'll soon learn this!
The "Growing up" Side of life - I've sat down and thought about it long and hard. I've decided this growing up lark isn't for me!
So thanks for popping by. I'm hoping that you enjoy reading and getting to know me and as always, I really look forward to getting to know you! If you feel like introducing yourselves too just drop a comment and say "Hi" at the bottom. I don't bite... hard!
