Journal

Snowing at a stately home in an arboretum! What a magical day.

It being Christmas reminded me of a gift I was given one year by my mum. She’d bought me a rubik cube.

Whoever Tells the Best Story Wins

Annette Simmons

I’ve forever been fascinated with captivating talks, speakers and folk who just have something that charms you.

The caption of a photo online

“Street magician. Someone told me this is @harriskristien”

It brought a smile to my face and mystery to my evening.

Even professional magicians need lifelong mentors

I’d like to share with 3 mentors who have helped me progress. Here is the first. By way of introducing me to the larger world of magic he’s helped me become a better magician and has been a great friend. Professional, polite and good humored don’t do the man justice. He’s a treasure of Plymouth and here’s why.

Some good and bad reasons to be still and enjoy magic at any time.

1. You might laugh and laughing makes you live longer. That’s science.
2. You might learn something about yourself.
3. You might learn something about someone else.
4. You might have to get your wallet back.
5. I heard a magician once gave away a £50 note or was it stolen? I can never remember 😉
6. Magicians sometimes tell stories. Not lies!
7. A story might change your life.
8. To get out of the awkward scenario of having all your family at a dinner table.
9. Did I say you might enjoy it?
10. To avoid humiliating yourself dancing?

What a show. I helped orchestrate the Plymouth Magic Circles 80th Anniversary show. It was a blast. At least 8 performers and over 90 guests and all tickets sold. We made this magic show a success.

My first ever cinemagraph. No camera tricks just a real moment replayed. I love that technology can crystalize a moment that actually happened and give you the feeling that it’s happening over again on repeat.