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 WORD PILOT:-Someone That Likes Making Words Take Flight.


Hi, welcome to the Official Runnin On Empty website. Wipe your feet, leave your ego at the door and come on in. I always try to write and respond with a mixture of diplomatic honesty but there will always be those with their own script who will be offended, however, please bear in mind I'm not a psychologist, my name isn't Disney and life isn't always Zipadeedoodah. Despite a plethora of illness including Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (M.E) I like to Laugh, sometimes even when I shouldn't, (That's nerves for you?) I also like to think outside the box, Create Motivate, Aspire, Inspire, ramble, rant and quite simply write, oh how I love to write. I live a yogic life here in Watford where I was born and bred, not afraid to stand up, speak out, or stand alone if needs be. Some may view that as being controversial but I don't pay lip service....I also don't do Diets, they're bad for you, the clue is in the first three letters? 


As well as writing, since dinosaurs walked the earth & reel to reel recording was the only way to roll I've been making music in one form or another and made my debut in Cassiobury Park Watford singing originals at the age of 13, It was such a windy day the guy hosting had to come on and hold the mic from spinning around, so more comedic than rock n roll, but it was a great crowd and a memorable day. 
                    
I still have that guitar but I can't say my dress sense has improved any. However,I have gained a wealth of experience over the decades & give up my time to support artists/bands, whether advice or writing a review. The Music Reviews originally started life at my Column at the Watford Observer newspaper that I wrote for 9yrs, It was a popular global feature so when I left the newspaper I decided to continue with it. I only review every now and then because it has to be something mega special that hits the spot & tickles the ear drums whatever the genre. I no longer take submissions, but you will often find me perusing social media so Keep on keepin' on. Back before Elvis.

                                   



Please Note I am not on Instagram  In my Runnin on Empty capacity and the account runninonempty0000 is no longer me . My account was hacked by a Russian Bot and despite giving Instagram  everything bar a Urine sample they've refused to give it back. I think the next word I'm looking for is Cockwombles?   ​

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