After 31 years, I retired from teaching due to a long term illness.  During my journey back to good health,  I  had time to reflect on the things that were important to me; friends, family and a purpose in life.  Purpose is our why, it drives our actions, fuels our passions, realtionships and our approach to living our lives.

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Whilst visiting Lake Como Italy, and surrounded by  stunning landscapes, architecture and art, I   had time to consider my journey through life.  What gets me excited?  What gets me up in the morning?  What would I like more in my Life?  What do I want less in my Life?    Knowing I needed to step back from my old life and live another way I was inspired to create  JoeShmo Handcrafted Leather Jewellery.

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I'm married to my best friend Susie;  together we have two beautiful daughters Gabby,  25 and Mika 23.   We live on a Dutch Cruiser in Gloucestershire with our crazy dog Dudley, where we have embraced a more simplistic way of life, more in tune with where we want to be.   Together we are  Joeshmo.   This is our passion!