Words and photos by Brian Wright In 2018, I was diagnosed with an aggressive and invasive blood cancer. The growth had already penetrated into the bone marrow of my spine and had become a serious threat to my central nervous system. The blood treatment was decided to be an … [Read more...] about Creativity and Purpose
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Knit & Natter
Knit & Natter Words & Photos by Caroline Finn Knitting is not an obvious therapy for anxiety or depression but mixed with a healthy dose of blethering it can prove the perfect tonic. Two Dalmuir-based ‘Knit n Natter’ groups offer this combination of creativity and … [Read more...] about Knit & Natter
Recycle, Reuse
Words and photo by Angela Clark When we think of items that are harmful to the environment we rarely consider our unwanted clothes. But every time we throw an unwanted outfit into the bin it ends up decomposing on a landfill site somewhere and the material produces gases, … [Read more...] about Recycle, Reuse
Art For All
Words and photos by Jenny Watson Walking into Van Gash Art Studio/Gallery I am instantly immersed with colour and stunning imagery. This is crowned with a cheery “hello, do you want a cuppa?” A common greeting in the West of Scotland and one I am delighted to hear on a … [Read more...] about Art For All
Shed Talk
by Angela Clark Photos by Katie Kennedy There are not many places where men feel comfortable sharing their problems or talking about their health, but an old timber classroom in Dalmuir has been transformed into one such space. The Dalmuir Men’s Shed provides a breathing … [Read more...] about Shed Talk