Hello and what I'm currently thinking

 Hey, here's a bit about me!...I have been living and working in the Musical business in Germany for the past seven years. I am currently in the process of moving back to the UK (despite Brexit, and the somewhat poorly managed COVID situation, but that is definitely not what I'm here to discuss;)) Have been totally overwhelmed by the idea of starting this course, but I guess there is nothing for it other than just making a start! The introductory chat with Helen most definitely helped to make me feel like I am not alone, but physically starting; how shall I do that!? In some ways there is so much to say but on the other hand, so little...  

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