In my life this week…
Beat Volunteer Awards
With the help of my
parents, sister and the wheelchair, this Wednesday I managed to make it up to
London for the Beat Volunteer Awards. After getting a black cab to The Houses of Parliament, we
went through strict security screening, before making our way to the terrace in
the House of Commons. It was a lovely evening spent putting faces to names and
celebrating achievements, and although I didn’t win in my category, it was an
honour to be nominated and invited. I’ll be doing a post about the evening
soon, so keep your eyes peeled.
Old letters
As you may remember, I’ve
been gradually clearing my room so that we can redecorate. This week I have
been going through a box, in which I keep old cards and letters from friends
and family. I absolutely love reading back through them all; hearing words of
friendship and encouragement and remembering where I was when I received them.
Unfortunately I can’t keep every letter and card I’m sent, but I try to keep
any special ones that really mean something to me. I’m always happy to receive
letters from anyone – after all, what could be better than receiving a
handwritten letter, showing someone has taken time and effort to think of you.
If anyone ever wants to write to me, please do contact me via e-mail for my
address. I can’t promise to reply to you quickly, but I always do my best to
send replies when I can.
Picnic basket
I think I’ve mentioned
before that I enjoy entering competitions, and while I’ve been unwell I’ve had
more time on my hands to do so. Sometimes I’ll go through phases where I don’t
win anything, and then other times I seem to win a few things in a row! This
week saw me win one of the biggest competitions I’ve won so far – a Joules
picnic basket, sent through John Lewis. When this huge parcel arrived, I had
actually forgotten being told I’d won, so wondered what on earth it could be! I
was so excited when I opened it to see this beautifully quaint wicker basket,
lined with navy blue floral material. Inside was just as I had hoped it would
be – spaces for cutlery, plates and glasses, all of which were provided. I’m
looking forward to some sunny weather so I can take a few friends and family on
a little picnic, even if it is just in the back garden!
P.S – Last week I mentioned
I’d set up a new YouTube channel, and I have now uploaded my first video, which
you can find here (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBttanbZKBgl6n_FhKNiJBQ)
What has grabbed your attention this
week? I love hearing about people’s new discoveries and you may end up sharing
something that makes it onto my list next week!
Congratulations on being nominated for this! Even though you didn't win, people obviously admire you and find you very inspirational, so you should be proud of yourself! xx
ReplyDeleteThank you Samantha that's a really lovely thing for you to say and I appreciate it :) xx
DeleteCongratulations for the nomination! Beat is a wonderful charity so well done :)
ReplyDeleteThat picnic basket looks really nice too!
Thank you Helen - it's a charity very close to my heart and has helped me an awful lot :) I can't wait to use the picnic basket! xx
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