The rest should go to music education, since that’s what made such a difference in my life. I created a charitable trust called the Independent Musicians Charitable
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A sense of what really matters.
Ever since they were born, Vic and I have been clear: happiness and confidence are the two things we want most for our children and the rest can all fall into place.
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There are so many instances when I’ve come very close to death that it’s difficult to pick one.
The loss of Conrad.
Resourceful, resilient and compassionate.
Becoming more physically active.
Whenever things seem absolutely terrible, to see that you’re alive and that’s all that matters.
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