Charley Speakes

Charley Speakes

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Author: Charley Speakes

With recent events, life has a funny way of changing drastically on a sixpence. So, while below is correct, I am focussing more on art now. I'm a blogger, some time journalist and writer; quietly confronting the frustrations and challenges in a world of confusion, apathy and facades.
the most important step is the first step - feet about to walk
10.04.2026 Charley Speakes

The First Steps

Newspaper headlines of hate against immigrants - hate seeping into Britain
10.04.2026 Charley Speakes

Hate seeping into Britain

10.04.2026 Charley Speakes

Qualifications -Why do they matter so much? Part 2

10.04.2026 Charley Speakes

How Facebook costs 2 weeks holiday!

Headlines
10.04.2026 Charley Speakes

The Hounding of Jeremy Corbyn

10.04.2026 Charley Speakes

On our way to hell in a handcart

Hilary Benn your timing sucks
10.04.2026 Charley Speakes

Hilary Benn your timing sucks.

10.04.2026 Charley Speakes

Trolls – How do you deal with them?

10.04.2026 Charley Speakes

Shut the Internet Down

10.04.2026 Charley Speakes

Breaking Up With My Devices

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Every journey starts with one step,

Charley Speakes

I have always loved writing; however, this blog nowadays focuses more on my artistic endeavours.

Sometimes, you think you know where you are, and a huge curveball comes along and throws everything up in the air. So, now I’m just trying to go with the flow.

Recent Posts

  • Unboxing Grierson Leather Journals: A Surprise Gift
  • Kickstart My Art: Daily Sketching Course Review
  • The Start of Something Amazing
  • So Far So Good
  • Pack up now 2024, time to move on.

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