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08/10/2025

Weekly Volunteering Update — Beavers at Scouts

Keeping you updated with the Beavers is almost as tricky as keeping up with them during our sessions! The weeks fly by so quickly — one moment we’re finishing up, and before you know it, it’s Thursday again.

Last week was packed with badge activities, games, and flapjacks, and this week we’ve got more badge-related sessions ahead. It’s fantastic to see some Beavers move up to Cubs while new ones have settled in so well — full of excitement from start to finish (and plenty of energy at going-home time!).

I’m bracing myself for another evening filled with laughter and noise — all good fun and so worth it to see so many happy, smiling Beavers.



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08/10/2025

Update on My Citizens Advice Training

A quick recap from my Citizens Advice training journey — last week’s session focused on Benefits, and this week we’ve been diving into Debt. Both have been incredibly informative, packed with resources and practical knowledge that will really help when supporting clients.

Next week brings more live training and some shadowing time at the Malvern branch, plus (yes!) more online study. I’m starting to wonder if the online modules ever end — but every bit adds something valuable.

If you’ve ever reached out to Citizens Advice, whether in person, by phone, or online, you can rest assured you’re in very capable hands.

Thank you all for your continued interest and encouragement as I continue this journey!

08/10/2025

“The trees are about to show us how lovely it is to let the dead things go.”

08/10/2025

“Notice that autumn is more the season of the soul than of nature.”

08/10/2025

“Autumn shows us how beautiful it is to let things go.”

08/10/2025

For this week’s Wednesday “About Me,” I’d like to introduce you to Charlie, our much-loved cat. Many of you already know about Rocky, my black Labrador and best friend, who is sadly no longer with me. What you may not know is that Rocky’s partner in crime—and another best friend of mine—was Charlie.

Charlie actually came first. I still remember transporting two kittens from Wolverhampton in a box: my sister kept the male, and we brought home the female. From the very beginning, she earned the nickname “Charlie Nipper” because she zoomed around like a cat on turbo—half feline, half Scalextric, fuelled by Duracell batteries.

Rocky and I were incredibly lucky to share our lives with Charlie for 15 magical years. She was a little star, often playful and mischievous, yet she preferred to stay quietly in the background. To this day, her appearances in photos are rare, but the memories we have are full of joy.

So here are some treasured pictures of Charlie—small glimpses into the happy moments we shared.



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06/10/2025

“Men break, too. The difference is whether they break alone or reach out for support.”

06/10/2025

06/10/2025

“Silence has never saved a life — conversation has.”

06/10/2025

Two Men a Day: The Hidden Mental Health Crisis in Construction

Every single day in the UK, we lose two construction workers to su***de. That adds up to over 500 men each year—fathers, brothers, friends—who leave us far too soon. Men in the construction industry are 3 to 4 times more likely to take their own lives compared to those in other fields.

Beneath those hard hats and steel-toed boots lie long hours, job uncertainty, family separations, and a culture that often tells them to “tough it out.” But true strength isn’t about keeping quiet. It’s about opening up, reaching out, and realizing you’re not alone in this struggle.

More than 80% of construction workers report feeling anxious, depressed, or stressed, and over a quarter have contemplated su***de. This isn’t a sign of weakness; it’s a clear indication that we need to shift the conversation.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed—or if you know someone who is—let’s start talking. I’m offering a free 15-minute clarity call to help you take a moment to pause, breathe, and find a path forward. 👉 Just DM the word PAUSE to schedule your call today. Remember, you’re not alone. There’s support available.

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05/10/2025

“You don’t have to carry the weight of the world on your shoulders to prove you’re strong.”

04/10/2025

Youth su***de in England just hit a 30-year high.