“My first meeting with Nicky was complete serendipity. I was selling Kenyan jewellery at a Christmas fair at a Surrey school and Nicky was visiting a friend whose child went there. When Nicky learnt that I was a professional dancer, she invited me to work with Create (following a rigorous assessment process!). In the years that followed I led dance More →
These photos signify the Hindu widow – wearing a white sari – with a bare back. The inspiration was taken from the film Water by Deepa Mehta. The long hair is in defiance to the norm where a Hindu widow’s hair is shorn back. The photos are taken in a cold, grey tint to show the starkness of the story. More →
“I first met Mandy when I was interviewed on Brooklands Radio for their Just Women show. At the time I had just published my memoir Always With You – and was still in a fairly raw state of grief. Mandy was kind and compassionate as I opened up about my bereavement. When I learnt about the death of her brother More →
“Sam’s positivity and determination shines through in everything she does. She is such a joy to be around – she simply oozes happy vibes – and I just love it. There is also a kindness and a patience in Sam – it’s something you can’t quite explain – you just feel it. Her determination to help other women understand and More →
“Gemma’s zest for life and her determination to live life to the fullest and make a difference to other women and their health is truly inspirational. I know that fighting cancer is a full time job in itself – and yet Gemma has faced this battle with courage and positivity whilst also bringing up a family and starting a new More →
This week read about Nic and Mandy – both who have suffered great loss when close family members died. Both faced the bereavement with strength and positivity. Something I truly admire. If you have a story to tell… If your story will inspire other women… If you want to be heard… Then I want to hear from you! Please email More →
Resolute “I am determined. I am focused. I am unwavering.” Behind that steely determination is a hint of a smile that makes for a raw combination of tenacity and vulnerability. This is a woman’s strength! Defiant “I am bold. I am daring. I am audacious.” Whatever life throws her way she will face it, she will fight it, she More →