Early Years: The Spark Of Creativity
Academics and Early Ambitions
Discovering My Creative Passion
Love and A New Beginning
Born in the historic city of Lincoln, Lincolnshire, England. I Martin Laird entered the world with a curious mind and a knack for connecting with people. Growing up in a place known for it's stunning cathedral (built circa 1072) and it's rich history. I developed an early appreciation for tradition and innovation. As a child, I was the type who could strike up a conversation with anyone, always ready with a smile or a kind word. My friends and family remarked on my ability to lighten up a room, an attribute that has served me well throughout my life.
From an early, I was drawn to the world of engineering. My fascination with how things worked led me to excel in school, particularly in subjects that involved problem solving and creativity. By the time I graduated high school at 16, I had earned 10 'O' Levels, the equivalent of a 4.0 GPA in the US. My path seemed clear. I was going to be an engineer. I secured an apprenticeship with a local engineering company the built excavators. It was a dream come true.
However, life had other plans. After just a year, I developed dermatitis, a skin condition caused by an allergic reaction to the coolants used in the factory. Despite being moved to the blueprint offices in hopes that the distance from the factory would help, the condition persisted. I was heartbroken when I had to give up my apprenticeship, as my entire schooling had been geared toward this career.
Though leaving the engineering path was devastating, it led to an unexpected silver lining. Working in the blueprint office reignited my love for drawing and writing, hobbies I enjoyed as a child. I found solace and joy in creating art, and this creative spark soon expanded into other areas. I began writing short stories and poetry, expressing new ways to express myself.
In the ensuing years, I worked at a hotel in my hometown, a job that brought me into contact with many famous faces and allowed me to travel around the country. Despite the glamour and excitement, it wasn't my true passion. The constant travel left little time for my creative pursuits, which I cherished more than anything.
In 1996, my life took another dramatic turn, I began a new chapter of my life by moving to the USA. I met my second wife on New Years Eve 2016, she truly is the love of my life, she gets me like I've never been gotten before and I love her for it. She is supportive in everything that I do, support I have never had my whole life. And, of course it's mutual!
The move to the US marked the beginning of a new career in the remodeling industry, swimming pools, and homes! While this work provided stability, I never let go of my creative passions. I continued to draw, write short stories and poems, and I was able to explore new creative outlets like web design, branding, Logo design, always finding time to nurture my artistic side.
So I'll sit here quietly,
And in my mind reflect.
For it's in the silence of being alone,
That I find solace and perfect rest.
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