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I’m Ryan Mayo—former Royal Artillery Gunner (’90–’96, passed P Company), author of The Lost Hero, and co-host of the Two Paths podcast. I write with grit and heart about service, family, and what resilience really looks like—on the battlefield and at home. I’m passionate about giving veterans a voice and keeping remembrance alive for the next generation. Off-mic and off-page, I mentor frontline teams on the railway and spend time with my ever-growing family.
Time is precious

Time is precious

Lately I’ve been thinking a lot about time.

I had 6 weeks off work recently and used that space to sit down (with a bit of help from fellow Veterans) and finally write The Lost Hero. Six weeks turned a long-held idea into a real book.

Now I’m back at work, juggling shifts, family life, and organising book events with Care for Veterans and Blind Veterans – and it’s hit me how precious time really is.

We all live fast-paced lives: full-time jobs, kids, grandkids, friends, responsibilities, hobbies. It’s easy to say, “I’ll do it when things quiet down.” Truth is, they rarely do.

So I’m reminding myself – and you – to:

Make time for family and friends Make time for fun and laughter Make time for your dreams and projects And don’t forget a bit of time just for you

Time is the one thing we never get back.

What we choose to do with it is everything.

💬 What’s one thing you’re going to make time for this week?

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