YOU'RE NEVER TOO OLD TO REALISE YOUR DREAMS My wife and I were recently invited to participate in a film called Hanging Up the Stick. The basis of the story is that you are never too old to realise a lifelong ambition and revisit the good times. The following story illustrates my life, a portfolio career that included advertising, estate agency, property development, TV and stage presenting, and being a published author. This is how I achieved my ambitions and continue to do so. I hope you enjoy it and find it inspirational and a spur to revisit your dreams. FROM TRAGEDY TO FULFILMENT From a young age, I wanted to be an actor and perform on the silver screen. But it was never an option. Sadly, growing up, I didn’t have the luxury of attending drama school and pursuing my dream. My father died when I was ten. By age 12, I was out earning a living to help Mum keep the lights on. However, the flame of ambition never went out, and later in life, I found a way to make my dream a reality by being a background artist, commonly known as an extra. I signed up with a few agencies, and soon, I was acting alongside A-list stars like Kenneth Brannagh, Sean Connery, Julia Roberts, and Hugh Grant. I’ve appeared in blockbuster films, music videos, soap operas, TV dramas, and commercials. I was even the face of a baker on M&S ciabatta bread. But that’s another story. This led to a turn of events that I didn’t see coming: a career as a television presenter. For 16 years, I was a guest presenter on QVC, selling £ millions for major brands and teaching other guest presenters to do the same. I specialised in Christmas gifts and became known as Mr. Christmas. I built a loyal fan base, and my fans would send me clothing in the post. Not their knickers, but waistcoats. The waistcoat was my signature; my fans would send me beautiful designs they’d made, and I’d wear them on the show. As a trainer, I helped other guest presenters prepare for their slots, including some celebrities. My favourite was working with Nigella Lawson to launch a range of cookware in the US. Today, I continue to act. My wife and I recently appeared in a short film, and I still do extra work. It is a thriving industry that anyone of any age can participate in, especially people my age, as we’re a large and growing demographic.

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 11:31:12 +0000

YOU’RE NEVER TOO OLD TO REALISE YOUR DREAMS
My wife and I were recently invited to participate in a film called Hanging Up the Stick.

The basis of the story is that you are never too old to realise a lifelong ambition and revisit the good times.

The following story illustrates my life, a portfolio career that included advertising, estate…Read More

😆THURSDAY THOUGHT😆 Have you ever wondered where the phrase 𝙨𝙠𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙤𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙣 𝙞𝙘𝙚 comes from? In this episode of Fascinating Words and Phrases, we explore the origins of this popular idiom, tracing its origins to the frozen canals of Holland. Discover how this expression evolved to describe risky situations and why it remains relevant today. If you love exploring the meaning behind everyday sayings, this video is perfect for you! Watch now to uncover the history, usage, and fascinating facts behind skating on thin ice. Link in the comments below 𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗼 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲, 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝘂𝗯𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗱 𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗶𝗻𝘀! Let us know what you want to learn more about. Fascinating Words And Phrases is the channel where we uncover the fascinating origins of words, idioms, and phrases we use daily! Have you ever wondered where your favourite sayings originated or what they originally meant? We explore the history of words, etymology, the cultural roots of everyday expressions, idiomatic phrases, and quirky sayings. Feb 15th 2018|AMSTERDAM

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 16:40:33 +0000

😆THURSDAY THOUGHT😆
Have you ever wondered where the phrase 𝙨𝙠𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙤𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙣 𝙞𝙘𝙚 comes from?

In this episode of Fascinating Words and Phrases, we explore the origins of this popular idiom, tracing its origins to the frozen canals of Holland.

Discover how this expression evolved to describe risky situations and why it remains relevant to…Read More