Author Archives: Chris Platts

Death is not an end. It is a new beginning.

I have just come to the end of the first month of my new profession and I’vedecided that I am going to write a blog about it so people can understand thejourney I am going on. Also, it’s still sinking in that I am doing somethingdifferent after 14 years in the RAF. Well technically IContinue reading “Death is not an end. It is a new beginning.”

Barbara Barraclough

Today, we gather with fond hearts to celebrate the extraordinary life of Barbara Barraclough—a woman whose journey was a symphony of love, resilience, and an unwavering spirit that left an indelible mark on all who had the privilege of knowing her. Born into the embrace of Arthur and Gladys, Barbara emerged as a beacon ofContinue reading “Barbara Barraclough”

Hubert Clifford Miller

Ladies and gentlemen, cherished family, and dear friends, we gather here today to celebrate the extraordinary life of a truly remarkable individual—Hubert Clifford Miller, affectionately known to many as Bert.  Born to Lillian and Hubert, Bert was one of thirteen siblings who grew up in the close-knit community. The bonds forged with his brothers andContinue reading “Hubert Clifford Miller”

Enigma Variations “Nimrod” – Edward Elgar

This year will be my last remembrance as a serving airman. Which is a strange feeling as next year I’ll be classified as a veteran. Anytime I see that word, and I’m sure it’s the same for others, my mind instantly goes to World War II veterans. Smartly dressed with a chest full of medalsContinue reading “Enigma Variations “Nimrod” – Edward Elgar”

Amsterdam – Coldplay

For this blog I’m going back to an old format of titling it after a song that represents how I am feeling as I think it’s probably the best way to explain the last few months. I’ve been quiet on social media over the last few months as I’ve been trying to come to termsContinue reading “Amsterdam – Coldplay”

Unleashing The Inner Voices

For the past couple of weeks I have been struggling to sleep and just generally function as a person. It’s currently 0200 and having crashed for a nap at 2000 for a couple of hours writing this is my way of trying to get my brain to shut off for long enough to get atContinue reading “Unleashing The Inner Voices”

Fighting a Daily Battle

I’ve been unusually quiet for the past couple of months. I have been working through a couple of problems that has been identified and now feels the right time to share. It all started when I was going through how a formal medical board works with someone who had been referred for one. That’s myContinue reading “Fighting a Daily Battle”