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Post by harembee on Jul 21, 2009 17:03:42 GMT -5
Just got back from Dublin after gigging with my jazz buddies. We had a good turnout and collected £535 for Save The Children. Saxman, the gig was awesome - your sax solos were to die for. It was a wonderful night. Thank you sooooo much!!!!  |
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Post by yvie on Jul 25, 2009 7:29:30 GMT -5
Yesterday we flew in small aircrafts making aerobatics over lovely English countryside. Such thrilling moment when the planes roll over, complete circle, then dive.  OOOOHEEEEEE!! I feel dizzy just thinking about it!! Welcome to the team Principessa! |
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Post by yvie on Jul 25, 2009 7:45:01 GMT -5
I have a 'thing' for making and eating ice-cream and have been selling cones at local summer fetes. *tittering coz I first wrote Sumner fetes  * I have raised about £150 so far and have another booking tomorrow. Fingers crossed for a hot day to ensure good sales!  |
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Post by susiesue on Jul 25, 2009 10:48:38 GMT -5
Nice one Yvie!
Is that flavour fourth from the bottom Guinness and Black? I know someone who'd love one of those!!!
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Post by francesca on Jul 29, 2009 11:48:27 GMT -5
Lemon Meringue? Mmmmmmm, lovely!! Two please!! |
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Post by hermione on Jul 29, 2009 16:04:47 GMT -5
A friend introduced me to a guy who performs Punch & Judy shows, and to my delight, he was happy to perform in my village for Save The Children. Everyone had a great afternoon and we raised £240.00. ;D  "That's the way to do it!!" |
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Post by pilotadam on Jul 30, 2009 6:48:29 GMT -5
I did a sponsored cycle ride yesterday for Save The Children. I only made £40 but enjoyed the ride despite the pouring rain. Eeeek, my legs are achey today...LOL!! ;D
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Post by harembee on Jul 31, 2009 12:10:48 GMT -5
I did a sponsored cycle ride yesterday for Save The Children. I only made £40 but enjoyed the ride despite the pouring rain. Eeeek, my legs are achey today...LOL!! ;D Pilotadam, you say you only made £40.00. Well, just look at some examples of what Save The Children can provide with that sum ...... * a water filter, essential for health in the third world * entrance fees for 2 children to enroll in school * 3 sets of school books or 3 desks * 10 mosquito nets, to keep 10 children safe from Malaria whilst they sleep * a bicycle to provide a child with transport to school * a share in a female yak, to provide a family with milk, wool and help with ploughing * 2 months teacher training * a baby kit, to give a mother all she needs to care for her baby * 2 school uniforms * 2 food baskets, containing food to sustain 2 families for 1 month. So, you see, raising £40.00 is a great achievement. Be very proud of yourself!!  |
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Post by harembee on Jul 31, 2009 12:40:01 GMT -5
I have a 'thing' for making and eating ice-cream and have been selling cones at local summer fetes. *tittering coz I first wrote Sumner fetes * I have raised about £150 so far and have another booking tomorrow. Fingers crossed for a hot day to ensure good sales! The chocolate and chilli was my favourite flavour. Thanks for this deliciously innovative fundraising idea, Yvie, and your continuing support. |
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Post by harembee on Jul 31, 2009 12:47:51 GMT -5
A friend introduced me to a guy who performs Punch & Judy shows, and to my delight, he was happy to perform in my village for Save The Children. Everyone had a great afternoon and we raised £240.00. ;D "That's the way to do it!!" I LOVE Punch & Judy shows. Wish I could have been there to watch this one. Glad the afternoon was such a success. I do so appreciate your giving up so much of your time for fundraising. You're a honey bun! |
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Post by harembee on Jul 31, 2009 13:41:40 GMT -5
Fundraising update.......
Here's the full list of all monies raised to date. Heartfelt thanks to all involved as always.
Alzheimer’s Association/Alzheimer’s Society
Fundraising team walk in Wiltshire £600.00
Saxman’s London gig £360.00
Fundraising team sponsored swim £485.00
Eaglealan’s golf day £338.00
Jez’s beer & skittles night £217.00
Bee’s toy sale £132.00
Lily’s face painting £63.00
Francesca’s art sale £315.00
Yvie’s ‘name the ape’ competition £82.00
Conor’s bungee-jump £450.00
Jez’s glider flight £800.00
Lily’s London bridges walk £430.00
Hermione’s play £1000.00
Pilotadam’s book sale £236.00
Bee’s cow painting workshop £1360.00
Bonniescottie’s waterfall climb £100.00
Eaglealan’s – British 10K run £280.00
Bee & Principessa’s aerobatic flights £625.00
Donation £125.00
Total: £8018.00
Save The Children
Lily’s duck race £200.00
Francesca’s clothes sale £115.00
Yvie’s bed-push £465.00
Hermione’s bouncy castle £372.00
Bee's midsummer BBQ £500.00
Bonniescotie’s waterfall climb £100.00
Saxman’s British 10K run £355.00
Saxman’s Dublin gig £535.00
Pilotadam’s cycle ride £40.00
Total: £2682.00
The Rainforest Foundation
Susiesue’s yoga marathon £600.00
Bee’s rainforest workshop £80.00
Bee's guided walks £250.00
Donation £100.00
Bonniescottie’s waterfall climb £100.00
Lily & Jez’s British 10K run £830.00
Pilotadam’s green day £163.00
Yvie’s ice-cream sales £210.00
Total: £2333.00
Upcoming events......
Great North Run - Newcastle Upon Tyne, 20th September 2009.
Lily & Jez running.
Corporate Tennis Tournament - London, 27th September 2009.
Saxman & colleagues playing in mixed doubles.
Alzheimer's Society Memory Walk - Shropshire, date to be confirmed.
Harembee to lead FPF UK team.
Memorabelia auction - venue & date to be confirmed.
Sir Bobby Robson tribute football day - venue & date to be confirmed.
Jez to organise.
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Post by hermione on Aug 7, 2009 17:39:10 GMT -5
I did a sponsored cycle ride yesterday for Save The Children. I only made £40 but enjoyed the ride despite the pouring rain. Eeeek, my legs are achey today...LOL!! ;D Pilotadam, you say you only made £40.00. Well, just look at some examples of what Save The Children can provide with that sum ...... * a water filter, essential for health in the third world * entrance fees for 2 children to enroll in school * 3 sets of school books or 3 desks * 10 mosquito nets, to keep 10 children safe from Malaria whilst they sleep * a bicycle to provide a child with transport to school * a share in a female yak, to provide a family with milk, wool and help with ploughing * 2 months teacher training * a baby kit, to give a mother all she needs to care for her baby * 2 school uniforms * 2 food baskets, containing food to sustain 2 families for 1 month. So, you see, raising £40.00 is a great achievement. Be very proud of yourself!! OMG, what a post Bee. Reading that list made me so emotional! I'm seriously counting my blessings.  Well done from me too Pilotadam. |
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Post by principessa on Aug 10, 2009 14:44:04 GMT -5
Yes, also from me! I have raised £55 by climbing to top of Stokesay Castle tower and the spire of Salisbury Cathedral. I love heights but am claustrophobic of narrow stairs you see. I was very shaky but with help of friends I did it!  at top of the castle tower  view from cathedral spire |
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Post by lily on Aug 13, 2009 18:47:56 GMT -5
I have raised £55 by climbing to top of Stokesay Castle tower and the spire of Salisbury Cathedral. I love heights but am claustrophobic of narrow stairs you see. I was very shaky but with help of friends I did it! So, the Princess climbed the castle tower? How very appropriate!  Glad you were able to keep your head!  (Sorry, bad taste English joke!) I've been in Stokesay Castle too, but have yet to go inside the cathedral. Must do so next visit to Salisbury, to enjoy that view. Bene fatto for conquering your fear.  |
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Post by hermione on Aug 24, 2009 12:50:30 GMT -5
I have just finished writing a monologue to perform for charity. I shall portray Queen Elizabeth I, in full costume. She will be in her private chapel, recounting her life to date, having just defeated the Spanish at sea. I adore the chance to step into the guise of such historical heroines. My recent attempt to capture that of Catherine Parr was well received, so let's hope I can do as well with another beloved English Queen. My costume is being stitched as I write. I just need to find a venue now within which to perform! |
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* I have raised about £150 so far and have another booking tomorrow. Fingers crossed for a hot day to ensure good sales!
Glad you were able to keep your head! 
(Sorry, bad taste English joke!) I've been in Stokesay Castle too, but have yet to go inside the cathedral. Must do so next visit to Salisbury, to enjoy that view. Bene fatto for conquering your fear. 