We’re told and tell ourselves that by simply getting through this, we’re doing well, but it’s been a year. Besides being inspired by Mr Purja, I’ve also been emboldened by Roald Dahl, who wrote his books in his garden shed in Buckinghamshire with nothing but an Anglepoise lamp, a paraffin heater and cigarettes for company. Though I’ve taken numerous online courses in photography and am currently doing an MsC Masters in Science, I could do more. We’ve missed milestones from festivals to holidays to time with friends, so let’s start again. Rather than listen to Covid-19 speak, I’ll be taking more inspiration from the likes of Mr Purja in managing my most precious commodity.

Source: Irish Independent February 05, 2021 02:33 UTC