b5a38d25 “Still Standing” is a raw, satirical memoir chapter chronicling Eddie Haworth’s brutal childhood and chaotic young adulthood, told with biting humour and unflinching honesty. From grooming and addiction to busking in Athens and surviving near-death encoun

Still Standing

A satirical memoir of survival, absurdity, and defiant humour by Eddie Haworth FRSA

From brutal beginnings to buffoonery with purpose, this chapter dives into the chaos of childhood trauma, addiction, and near-death escapes, told with raw honesty and a clown’s wink. Part of the That Fat Bloke from Bolton series, published by CoJo Productions.

Still Standing


 To live as a victim is to bleed quietly.

To survive is to stitch the wound into a story worth telling.
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STILL STANDING

(Reflections of a Travelling Buffoon)
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Poetic, Direct, and Defiantly Hopeful
Written by Eddie Haworth FRSA – Fellow of The Royal Society of Arts
This page is more than a collection of stories; it’s a reckoning.
A quiet archive of suffering transmuted into strength, of chaos distilled into clarity.
It’s a legacy not of perfection, but of persistence.
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A testament to the idea that even the most fractured life can be stitched into something worth sharing, and that laughter reclaimed from darkness carries a wisdom no textbook ever taught.
Alongside musings, a TV documentary, and a poem or two, stitched with grit and grace, you’ll find the raw reflections of a well-travelled buffoon who spent four decades making hundreds of thousands laugh, sometimes to tears.

But here, the spotlight turns inward.
These writings reveal the roots of the buffoonery, the shadows behind the smile, and the scars that shaped the showman. They are deeply personal, sometimes painful, and not always easy reading.
Still, these writings are offered from the heart for those who’ve suffered, for those still suffering, for anyone reckless enough to believe survival is possible, and even for the comfortably unscathed, who’ve never danced with despair but fancy a peek behind the greasepaint, to see what “Tears of a Clown” might actually look like when they’re not set to music.

If you’re not easily shaken, read on. And if you are, read anyway. Because what’s shared here might just help some victims become survivors.

Reflexions of a Travelling Buffoon


Introduction
Welcome to "Reflexions of a Travelling Buffoon" by Eddie Haworth FRSA.

This collection offers a glimpse into the author's diverse life experiences, exploring themes such as neurodiversity, adversity, travel, and perseverance. Through a mix of humour and heartfelt moments, Eddie shares unique insights and stories that highlight the essence of the human spirit.

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Update from the Buffoon’s Desk...

With regret, but no apology, I’ve removed the file "Reflexions of a Travelling Buffoon" from this site after discovering an attempt to plagiarise my work.

It’s a shame, but not a defeat, and my TV documentary "That Fat Bloke from Bolton" is still well worth a look at. Just scroll to the next section of this page.

The good news? I’m working toward publishing the whole book before the end of October.
So, please stay tuned here and on my Dr Percey Veer - Faceache page for updates.

To those lovely souls who’ve already read the original 30-page collection and sent kind words and thoughtful reviews, thank you. Your support means the world to me!
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If you have any questions, curiosities, or just want to say hello, you know where to contact me.
CONTACT EDDIE
On a slightly happier note...

Eddie turns old wounds into wonder, and sorrow into happiness.

This film reveals how joy is born 
​from the ashes of what went wrong...
That Fat Bloke from Bolton
Commissioned by ABC TV, Australia, and filmed by CoJo Productions, is a heartfelt and inspiring TV documentary that shares part of Eddie’s remarkable journey, from a difficult childhood marked by adversity to a life filled with laughter, creativity, and compassion.

With sensitivity and honesty, the film explores how Eddie transformed personal pain into a powerful drive to bring joy to others, especially those facing hardship.
Through his work as a professional entertainer and charity founder, Eddie has dedicated his life to creating moments of happiness for vulnerable people of all ages. His mission is simple but profound: to leave each person with at least one joyful memory they can hold onto during life’s toughest times.

This documentary is suitable for children to watch with parental guidance, offering a meaningful opportunity for families to reflect on resilience, kindness, and the healing power of laughter.
If you've enjoyed reading my FREE short stories, with thier absurd, heartfelt, and downright ridiculous moments... I invite you to turn a meaningful thought into a chance for change. 
The Gift of Happiness Foundation is a registered charity I founded to bring joy and essential support to some of the most vulnerable children and families in Thailand. Every donation helps us deliver clothing, toys, educational supplies, and dignity where it's needed most.
If you’d like to contribute the price of a coffee (Or even a beer?) in your own currencey please visit this page: GIVE SOME HAPPINESS 
Your kindness goes further than you think, and it might just be the happiest gift you ever give.
We all laugh in the same language

Eddie has learned, through tears and laughter across continents, that we all cry and laugh in the same language.

Support the joy: Donate to the Gift of Happiness Foundation

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GIVE SOME HAPPINESS
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