First Impressions

‘Flid’, a novel by Colin Stewart, fictionalised but based on the early years of my life, published by The Conrad Press. Available on Amazon [paperback or Kindle] and other outlets

When strangers first see me I’m met with a variety of countenances, ranging from disgust to wonder. In between, there are also often looks of curiosity, pity, sadness, wariness, surprise, and even fear, but sometimes also tenderness, warmth, and on occasion even admiration. Rarely do people look bored or indifferent.

I’m often viewed as either tragic or heroic. Worthless or brave. Of course, it may all be my imagination, but I…