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Welcome To Idlemild




Hi and thanks for checking in. I’m Brian. 

I live in beautiful Argyll in bonnie Scotland. My idea for Idlemild is to hopefully inspire and promote the positive despite the stresses and strains of daily life with a spinal injury.

I was born with spina bifida but it only came to impact on me in my mid 30's, since 2006 to be precise. Ever since it has tested me mentally and physically and I have experienced a wide range of associated issues, many I wish to explore here, as well as those issues I haven't quite figured out for myself yet.

The title of 'Idlemild' is not just a nod to one of my favourite Scottish bands, but also, it refers to the bed rest which, to a lesser or greater extent, has effectively curtailed my abilities for the past decade. Consequently, I have been adapting to life being mildly idle. 

One of the best pieces of advice I have received while on permanent bed rest was to use social media to be a force for good in combatting boredom and isolation, to find a spark and encourage and be encouraged by the people you love, those you find inspiring, positive and creative. 

Finally, this blog is a chance for me to show my appreciation to all those, without whom, I wouldn't be here without. 

Come on in and coorie doon...

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