14th September 2021 will be one year i.e. 12 months since Mikail's accident. The fact that he is alive, well (despite an Acquired Brain Injury Diagnosis), and has started his secondary schooling in year 7 (this is week 2) is nothing short of a miraculous recovery. 

None of this would have been possible without the intervention of the medical team at the Royal London Hospital - where Mikail was in Pediatric ICU for 12 days in September 2020 before being released in ward and rehab, finally making our journey home for the first time on 5th March 2021. Mikail had to re-learn how to walk, talk and function properly.

Mr. Chris Uff and Phil were Mikail's main surgeons. Thank you for all you and your teams did for us. Thank you to Alice and Molly. You helped us understand when we didn't. This is for you all at the NHS. for supporting our care during high Covid times. For being your best. for us. 

In my view, research, education and continuous development is a pillar that supports medical advancements and is a true enabler of how well a patient is treated and the timely manner in which appropriate care is provided. Brainbook is a neurosurgical community of practicing doctors and nurses who are trying to make a difference and improve the lives of patients and expertise of the community in which it operates. 

Brainbook supports research into brain tumors, traumatic brain injury and other diseases of the nervous system. I want to raise funds to enable provision of technological advancements for the Neurosciences department at the Barts Heatlh NHS Trust. 

You can Join us on our fundraising journey by participating in all or some of the 3 activities: 

12 miles in 12 days - complete 12 miles walking/running/cycling - in one day, over 12 days or whatever works for you and your preference. We're doing this to commemorate 12 months post accident and the amazing recovery Mikail has made during this time. Please don't forget to donate and send  photo's. you can participate in this activity from now till close of the fundraiser. 

Sunday Sounds - 10th October @3pm - Music at Artis Blackheath (follow on Instagram): Mikail's Guitar teacher Mr. Mulvey and his Reggae' band - The Majestic  (follow them on Spotify) will be performing live - for a minimum donation of £20/- you will be on our guest list to enjoy an evening of music and cocktails and good company. (Mikail's friends /children also welcome) - Mikail might even take to the guitar with Mr. Mulvey for a once only performance and we have a friends dedication to look forward to as well!

Thank you Mark @Artis Blackheath for your generosity and donating your beautiful venue

Thank you Mr. Mulvey - for supporting our cause. We look forward to The Majestic's music.

Chef Wednesday - 3rd November @ 5:30pm Back by popular demand, my colleague David Rickett (MasterChef finalist - follow on Instagram @davidjrickett) will have a cook along hosted by Claire Perry - for a minimum donation of £10/- you will be invited to a virtual session hosted via zoom to cook with us for a meal you can enjoy again and again. We will provide all participants with a list of the ingredients and utensil list.

Thank you David. Your food rocks. Thank you Claire for promoting and hosting the session and answering questions raised by our 'chef's.

Finally, thank you Jay and Jen - without your encouragement and support this fundraising would not have been possible. 

Thank you for your donation and generosity in supporting us raise funds for Brain Book - for making a difference in how and what our doctors do for us... learning and growing together.  

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