"I am going to spend as much time as I can creating delightful things out of my existence, because that's what brings me awake and that's what brings me alive." Elizabeth Gilbert.
Your celeb stories are brilliant, thank you for sharing!
Having grown up in and around London, I've encountered many celebs in one way or another. And while Colin Firth is one of the bigger name checks I could offer up, my favourite moment was meeting Bob Holness, if you remember him. I was around 12 or 13 at the time, a big fan of Blockbusters, so I strode up to him at a department store and said hello. He was enthusiastic and friendly and we had a brief chat. He said how delightful that I was "a really cheery chappy!" and how lovely it was to meet me.
Whether I paid the compliment back, I can't remember that bit. I was too busy being happy that he'd called me a cheery chappy. But given the situation, Bob Holness could probably tell that I was glad to meet him too. 😆
Glorious, Emily! I’m so sorry I couldn’t make it and share the experience with you. But I’m oh-so-proud that you made your own beautiful and gentle impact on someone who’s made so much of an impact on so many of us. Big love to you. Let’s get a Friday in our diaries 😘
I’ve never met a celebrity. Though I am positive that if I did, all I would manage to vocalise would be incoherent thoughts and awkward laughing. You my dear aced it and meeting someone so important to you and sharing your art must have been the best feeling in the world.
I’ve never read anything by Elizabeth Gilbert, a part from other people quoting her always inspirational words that is! But I can still feel your excitement and anxiousness at meeting this great lady. I think you probably made her the perfect gift ever… and ‘She gives the best hugs…’ I’m choking back tears here! ♥️xx
I've read a number of Elizabeth Gilbert's books but Big Magic is still on my list. Her Ted Talk around a similar subject was certainly inspirational and empowering.
You capture the essence of that creative spark that we must listen to. You've created it right here in your writing and the action you took to create a gorgeous book and gift it to her. I had tears by the end. Thank you. 😊
Wow Emily, it definitely sounds like you had a little moment of big magic, from the perfect coming together of your creative spark to the meeting moment with one of your favorite authors. 🤓 I want to say that you felt inspired by her, but today you also inspire me. You inspired me to keep writing my own book which I hope will inspire at least one person just like that. And, keep writing Emily, your book can do the same. ✨🌈😇
What an inspiring story. You just waited for the right idea to come along. And it did. By the look on on her face you gave her a gift she liked. That's also part of it, isn't it? It looks so cute and beautiful.
Your celeb stories are brilliant, thank you for sharing!
Having grown up in and around London, I've encountered many celebs in one way or another. And while Colin Firth is one of the bigger name checks I could offer up, my favourite moment was meeting Bob Holness, if you remember him. I was around 12 or 13 at the time, a big fan of Blockbusters, so I strode up to him at a department store and said hello. He was enthusiastic and friendly and we had a brief chat. He said how delightful that I was "a really cheery chappy!" and how lovely it was to meet me.
Whether I paid the compliment back, I can't remember that bit. I was too busy being happy that he'd called me a cheery chappy. But given the situation, Bob Holness could probably tell that I was glad to meet him too. 😆
Glorious, Emily! I’m so sorry I couldn’t make it and share the experience with you. But I’m oh-so-proud that you made your own beautiful and gentle impact on someone who’s made so much of an impact on so many of us. Big love to you. Let’s get a Friday in our diaries 😘
Perfect example of letting trust take shape, and what a wonderful result. 🥰
What a beautiful and magical creation!! I'm sure she was so delighted! As a fellow lovelet, my heart is so happy for you! 😍
What a beautiful tiny magical book! I love reading about your creative and personal experiences. Big Magic has been on my tbr forever!
What a beautiful creation. Reminds me of a junk journal. I've only just discovered the hobby myself and I love it.
Tiny magic meets big magic ♥️ Love your story Emily and to see your creative magic shared with Liz Gilbert!
I’ve never met a celebrity. Though I am positive that if I did, all I would manage to vocalise would be incoherent thoughts and awkward laughing. You my dear aced it and meeting someone so important to you and sharing your art must have been the best feeling in the world.
How entirely lovely! You're right, this was the absolutely perfect idea 💕
The lovely little book and the wonderful intentions of your meeting Liz is sparkly and warm. Tears of joy for you both. 💛
So lovely, it gave me a good smile to read and see. Thank you for sharing.
I’ve never read anything by Elizabeth Gilbert, a part from other people quoting her always inspirational words that is! But I can still feel your excitement and anxiousness at meeting this great lady. I think you probably made her the perfect gift ever… and ‘She gives the best hugs…’ I’m choking back tears here! ♥️xx
Emily, what a beautiful and inspiring story.
I've read a number of Elizabeth Gilbert's books but Big Magic is still on my list. Her Ted Talk around a similar subject was certainly inspirational and empowering.
You capture the essence of that creative spark that we must listen to. You've created it right here in your writing and the action you took to create a gorgeous book and gift it to her. I had tears by the end. Thank you. 😊
Wow, what an amazing creation! Such a wonderful inspiring post.
Wow Emily, it definitely sounds like you had a little moment of big magic, from the perfect coming together of your creative spark to the meeting moment with one of your favorite authors. 🤓 I want to say that you felt inspired by her, but today you also inspire me. You inspired me to keep writing my own book which I hope will inspire at least one person just like that. And, keep writing Emily, your book can do the same. ✨🌈😇
What an inspiring story. You just waited for the right idea to come along. And it did. By the look on on her face you gave her a gift she liked. That's also part of it, isn't it? It looks so cute and beautiful.