A life without deadlines…

Is there such a thing, I hear you ask? Well probably not! We all have weekly, daily and often even hourly deadlines depending on our circumstances, the career paths we choose to take, as well as all those many regular family commitments: swimming lessons to get to, cricket matches to attend, washing to get done and so on and so on. In my own house I know work deadlines have taken precedence over normal life, when I hear the now familiar cry from one or more of my children - “I’ve got no clean pants!”. So, after starting the business nearly eight years ago from my kitchen table and having successfully put 75 editions of the magazines together of Moor, Tavy and Oke Links, I’ve decided it is now time for a change, and a life that will at least be free from constant monthly magazine deadlines. 

Back in mid June I passed the full reins of the business over to my business partner Tim Randell.  Over the years from my small beginnings, we have built a wonderful and very talented team of eleven staff and a business that, with their incredible support, is going from strength to strength.  As such I feel happy in the knowledge that going forward the magazines are in very safe hands. I’ve enjoyed (almost!) every minute of my time with the magazines and I shall miss them hugely, but particularly all those amazing people associated with them. Through the magazines I’ve met some wonderful people, many of whom, I hope, will remain good friends for years to come.

I’d like to also take this opportunity to say my final ENORMOUS thank you to everyone who has helped in the development of the magazines, from those willing to be interviewed and share their stories with us all, those who contribute regular articles making the magazines a joy to read, and to all those hard-working event organisers that keep our What’s On section so popular and forever overflowing!  A big thank you must also go to those of you who regularly either tap me on the shoulder in Yelverton Co-op, or send me a constant stream of emails, offering praise and support - I shall always be grateful.

With no major deadlines now looming, I am looking forward to some much-needed family time over the summer as well as time to decide what exciting avenue I may take next. All suggestions gratefully received to add to the ever-expanding melting pot! With drawers now overflowing with clean pants - I bid you all farewell.

Lizzie  x