Our beautiful friend Andy turns the momentous age of 50 on 14th August! Although he does love fine foods and gorgeous things, in his heart of hearts he would truly only like one gift: to see his girls, Mathilda and Edie. They were last together 2 years ago and although he's chipper most of the time, Andy misses his girls so much, every day. Andy is the most wonderful Dad; he supports the girls in every way and he's sacrificed in many ways and many times, for their happiness. And the girls miss their Dad so much - it would also make their year to see him.

A trip for just Andy to New Zealand for 2 weeks costs about £5000 (including lost earnings as Andy is self-employed) and for the girls to come here, it would be about £4000. Could we all club together and make it happen for him? It would be the most amazing surprise if on his birthday, he could be given this gift from all his friends and family! There's a whole lot of people on this list so even a little bit each could mean that we could make it happen!

If you'd like to contribute to this gift, it's open until the 1st September, although on Andy's birthday 14th August, he'll be presented with it as a running gift so it would be great if you can add your contribution as soon as you can. PLEASE IF YOU CAN CONTRIBUTE IN THE NEXT WEEK WOULD BE GREAT!! THE 14TH IS JUST OVER A WEEK AWAY!!

And please DON'T TELL ANDY!! It's a SURPRISE!! XXXXX