25/04/2023
A spine tingling evening. The words that rush to mind when I try to encapsulate the essence of our Older Voices event on the 31 March.
We put out the call to gather to celebrate, enjoy and capture a modicum of the wealth of rich story telling and artistry held in the hearts and minds of the older generations of our community. The result; yarns, stories, poems and songs that moved us in so many ways... Whether doubled up in laughter, clapping with pride or silent in reflection we were constantly in awe.
Off a busy main road, Down a little side street, In a cosy cafe hub, With seagulls crying, engines humming busy Friday evening life burbled on outside but inside... Inside the warm cosy environs of 2 Savoy Lane, time paused, rewound and all were still, hanging on every word spoken.
The range of talent, diversity of content and variety of delivery was enchanting.
For some it was their first time to share in such a public forum and although at first very hesitant and feeling incapable, they were buoyed by the warm support and eager and inspired to share. And share they did! not only surprising the audience but most importantly themselves. The natural story telling ability finally unveiled, the flood gates opened and the stories flowed beautifully.
With coffee, cakes and chatter, it wasn’t long before we all felt like old friends and something of a life in simpler times felt very present.
CSP are hugely grateful to those who engaged and trusted us with their Treasure Trove. We are busy editing the recordings and can’t wait to share on our You Tube channel soon. We hope to collate these with many other works into a book thus capturing in all forms the words, memories, experiences that reflect the soul within.
We are so delighted with the feedback from the participants. It has been a delight and privilege for us.
Our warmest appreciation to our hosts ADHD HUB, no doubt we shall see you soon.
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