I am 53 and I have three wonderful and witty children, Lauren 21, Luke 17 and Roman 14.

Throughout my life I have learned from my mistakes and now see things as they are, not as they may be.

Friendships and honesty are important to me, both socially and in business.

In reality I don't read books, preferring to wait for the film - Sir Ian McKellen or Tom Hardy in the lead of 'Roget Thesaurus' should be interesting! But on a serious note, I enjoy nearly all films, mainly foreign and independent, but you still can't beat a good blockbuster.

Having said that (about the books), I am however bettering myself by undertaking various online courses related to sustainability and related subjects.

I have an eclectic taste in music, including a new found appreciation of Rock! Although soul (including Northern soul) and blues are amongst my favourite genres.

Some of favourite quotes are:

It is discouraging how many people are shocked by honesty and how few by deceit.

Noel Coward.

'It doesn't take a degree in applied bollocks to know what's going on.'

Gene Hunt.

'Never look down on anyone, unless you're helping them up'

Jesse Jackson.

I find social media, somewhat cathartic as I have a propensity for directness, and I find that sometimes life is a confection of pretence and masks, but I still give everything......except UP!

Don't believe everything you read on the internet.If you have questions, just ask me!

Thanks

Phil.

#PhilipSmithLawrence

www.philipsmitlawrence.co.uk