As some of you may be aware, on the 13th of September 2019, my life changed drastically. I experienced a terrible headache and didn't know what was wrong. As it happens, I had suffered from a stroke which then led to a brain injury. The first thing I remember is being periodically in and out of consciousness for around 6 months, not being able to remember what had happened or communicate with my family. I do remember lots of tears!

I have been diagnosed with aphasia and am still on my rehabilitation journey, including speech & language therapy, physiotherapy and regaining my confidence. It's unbelievable how an incident like this can impact on your self-confidence and self-esteem.

I have decided to set myself a goal. I'm going to travel back to Malawi - along with my youngest daughter Isla - in 2024. I have previously visited Malawi on numerous occasions - at least 4 times - and have volunteered to support a local charity, Renew'N'Able Malawi. You can find out more about their work on their website here: https://www.renewnablemalawi.org/

When I'm in Malawi, I will be helping the charity to install solar panels at local primary schools, to help ensure sustainable renewable energy that people need to study, communicate, cook, innovate and be safe.

If you would like any more information, either on my story or my fundraising efforts, please just get in touch.

Please support my fundraising efforts to help me achieve a personal goal, and to help me help Renew'N'Able Malawi. Thank you!