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Hello and welcome to my site. Thank you for taking the time to visit.


I am a 29yo man from the southwest of England, an aspiring author, active freelance journalist and photographer. These pages are here to help promote my writing of all styles and subjects.

Among other things, I shall try my hand at reviewing and writing my observations of the news from here in Dorset, England and beyond.

Professionalism aside, I subscribe to the Minimalism way of life, which I shall be touching on here too as I continue my journey. I am a feminist (in the true definition), politically homeless, a supporter of the mental health charity 'Mind', a dog lover in the highest order, hiking enthusiast, a keen traveller and reader.
Other interests that may be touched upon are airsofting, the motor trade, the housing market and technology. One thing I will not be touching on at any point is Brexit.


People I aspire to:
Joshua Fields Millburn and Ryan Nicodemus from 'theminimalists.com'
Colin Wright from 'exilelibfestyle.com'
Emma Watson. Actor and founder of 'HeforShe' feminist movement
James O'Brian. Talkshow host on LBC radio
Christopher 'Hitch' Hitchens. British born American Journalist, contrarian and author
Stephen Fry. Author, actor and president of 'Mind'

Why am I telling you this? If these people resinate with you, then there may be a chance you will enjoy future blogs.

Also a big thank you to my darling partner, Ellie. To start a blog means to throw yourself into the 'discomfort zone' and I am lucky to have such a wonderful woman to encourage and council me.

Any 'constructive' criticism will always be welcome here.

Thank you again for visiting and please be patient as I continue to learn how blogging works.

Chris

Get in touch at chrisoram1990@gmail.com or follow me on twitter @chrisoram1990

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