Happy World Down’s syndrome Day! A glorious day to celebrate glorious human beings, some of whom I am lucky enough to know, write about and champion. Read more to see our stories from the past year…
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Working with the wonderful charity The Donkey Sanctuary, I absolutely love the title of this story. Karen was having a really challenging time during lockdown, feeling anxious, overworked and overwhelmed. Then, two little donkeys came along to offer her a calming presence, friendship and joy. A lovely story, out now in Best!
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This is the poignant, heartbreaking story of Becky and the lessons she learned from her mum’s suicide. It is not an easy read, but Becky is the most wise, wonderful, warm woman who came narrowly close to repeating history before realising the value and importance of honesty, of putting her truth out there, and asking for help. Beautifully told to Best magazine.
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I am utterly in awe of Gill - she went through the most unimaginable pain and trauma while giving birth and as a result, was left with a permanent stoma and colostomy bag. She was told she’d never be able to do much but Gill has found a way to do SO much! She’s an adventurer and you can read all about her stoma adventures on her website. Here she is in New magazine.
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This is the story of one of the most beautiful people I’ve had the pleasure to meet. Natalie is not just a beautiful woman on the outside, she’s gorgeous inside too. Thoughtful, considerate and generous - she’s come to visit us a few times and I’m always buoyed by her presence. Here she is in Bella reminding us all that our imperfections are what make us perfect.
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This wonderful trio of women were such a delight to write about. There’s Helen, who is a youtube grandma - offering gentle, educational videos to entertain kids around the world. Gladys is still working in a dementia care home, despite being older than some of the patients in her care and Esther has the most incredible body after a lifetime devoted to The Lotte Berk barre technique. Out in Woman’s Weekly now!
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