R.J Oldham

Why am I staring blankly at this space?! I should be able to immediately pour out at least seventy-eight convictions about exactly who I am! But, then again, that is the purpose of my blog - to rediscover and reclaim my authentic self.

Still....I should make an effort to document some 'about me' information of which i am certain. I am a 33yr old woman, with two kids, who dabbles in creative passions. I am an intensely deep individual, who loves nothing more than delving into other individuals, whether in real life, or in the lanscape of my mind. I struggle with anxiety, have strong emotions and bouts of temporary madness, yet I am also highly analytical and logical. In short ... I am a strange enigma with many idiosyncracies that have either throughly intrigued or intimidated those I have crossed paths with.

I have a Masters in Ancient History which is of no use to me whatsoever, but I will always have a soft spot for Roman history. My favourite books are 'Captain Corelli's Mandolin', and 'The Hitchiker's Guide to the Galaxy', my fav song is 'Gorecki', by Lamb, and my fav movies are Gladiator and American Beauty. If I was a Star Wars character I would be Yoda, I would always pick a pub over a club, my favourite comedian is Dylan Moran hands down, and I really enjoy watching cats trying to gain traction on something and then the look of panic in their faces as they start to fall or slip.

I want to use my creative abilities to make a difference. I want to reach out and touch people, on a deep and intimate level. I want to make them feel something. I want them to identify with me, the image on my canvas, or the words in my prose. I want to explore and accept your humanity, and in doing so honour my own.