Right, lots to get through… so buckle up 😉
Firstly we need to say a massive thanks to the ‘Make a Difference’ team at BBC Radio Solent. As you may remember, Archie and I were nominated last year and received a highly commended award (literally sat next to me as I type!) but this year, I am a round one judge!! I am so excited and hugely grateful for this awesome opportunity.
“The Make a Difference Awards are your chance to say thank you and recognise those who improve lives where we live.
The award nominations are now open. Winners will be selected by a panel of judges and awards will be given in each category, across each national and local BBC radio station.
Shortlisted finalists will be notified from June 2025 and our Make a Difference Award ceremonies are taking place across the UK in September 2025.
Follow the latest on the awards on social media using the hashtag #BBCMakeADifference.“
These awards were SO IMPORTANT for us! It not only got our work “out there” but it also meant that Archie and I have been driven to keep doing what we’re doing. Please do nominate someone who does good things for their community, it may mean the world to them!
Link here ⬇
https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/articles/3M4QTQxVtH3z7nbyZjDDS4p/make-a-difference-awards
Coffee and Catch up… Our first in Christchurch.
Archie and I have spent the last five years endlessly talking about autism, ADHD and Tourettes and celebrating individuality and embracing neurodivergence!
We do this by posting daily neurodivergent content, volunteering in schools (more on that later 😉 ), providing FREE staff training, supporting local charities and connecting with parents who are often feeling very isolated and alone. Trust me, it’s a tough gig being a parent carer, and it’s great to know that you are not alone.
This week we held our first parent/carer coffee catch-up in Christchurch and although the crowd was small in number, it was massive in the support that we all had for each other. It was awesome to be able to just sit, drink coffee and talk about how tough things can be, but also to laugh and celebrate all the quirks of neurodivergent life.
Massive thanks to all that came and we will get another in the diary for later this year 🙂 Check it out here ⬇
Danny Butler – Extreme Mountain Biking at the stunning Walhampton school.
Well, this was AWESOME!!!! I am so lucky to be able to regularly support a lovely young man in school (as part of our volunteer 1:1 work) and this week, he and I were invited to the breathtaking Walhampton school to watch world record holder and all round epic dude Danny Butler perform amazing tricks on his mountain bike.
Firstly… WHAT A SCHOOL!!! I felt like I was walking into Buckingham Palace…. EPIC! The staff were welcoming and friendly, the kids were happy and polite, it was wonderful!
The show itself was fantastic.
The Extreme Mountain Bike Show is the UK & Europe’s number one Mountain Bike, Trials/BMX demonstration Team lead by the Multiple British and European Mountain Bike Trials Champion Danny Butler.
The team provide the very best in hassle free extreme entertainment to any live event we specialise in bringing tricks and stunts to family shows and broadcasts. We off our shows day or night. using our own specialist show rigs that are equipped with their own lighting and solar power supply, making us the UK’s only eco friendly Mountain Bike Team
From community events to arena exhibitions or live tours, we cater bespoke packages for every and any event. Our diverse packages are tried and tested with over 10 years experience. We provide a hassle free and professional service.
Danny spoke to the kids about the vital importance of safety gear, getting outside in the fresh air and looking after your body with nutritional food and healthy exercise. We would highly recommend this brilliantly fun, but educational, show to all of our schools 🙂
Please do check out the extreme mountain bike show website below…. it was AWESOME!!!!!
https://extrememountainbikeshow.co.uk/
Have a great week all and thanks for reading 🙂
