Bobbie’s London day out
Bobbie, 36, from Derby, has been trying to get her life back on track after undergoing treatment for breast cancer, which has had a massive impact on her daily life and on her family. To give her and her family something special to look forward, Willow arranged a Special Day for Bobbie, her partner, children and parents – an exciting trip to London to make joyful memories with her loved ones.
“Being able to share it all with some of the people I love the most was incredible.”
Bobbie’s story
Bobbie, 36, from Derby, has been trying to get her life back on track after undergoing treatment for breast cancer, which has had a massive impact on her daily life and on her family. To give her and her family something special to look forward, Willow arranged a Special Day for Bobbie, her partner, children and parents – an exciting trip to London to make joyful memories with her loved ones.
“The diagnosis physically was the hardest thing I’ve ever done, mentally it was even harder. I’m independent to a fault and asking for help is something I’ve never liked to do. Being unable to look after my own children due to extreme fatigue and the pain from chemotherapy was heartbreaking. Running a home and looking after my family has been the centre of my life for 10 years and suddenly I couldn’t do it.
“I work in admin at a school office. My day-to-day life involves school runs, seeing family and coffee dates with my friends. I’ve gotten back into reading. I love a good shopping trip and getting my nails done. Now treatment is finished I’m able to get back to ‘normal’ life.
“My Special Day was amazing, like my life was back. I felt privileged that I’d been chosen to receive a Special Day. We loved every second of it. The attractions were fantastic and the hotel was lovely.
“Madame Tussaud’s was my favourite highlight as I got to see Sir David Attenborough’s wax work.
“We made memories to last a lifetime. There were a whole lot of firsts for my daughters such as the underground and seeing Buckingham Palace. It will be one of those trips that is talked about for many years and brought up whenever someone mentions London.
“This time last year everything felt impossible. A few hours out of the house would be enough to put me in bed for a day. My family sacrificed so much when everything was put on hold. Our holidays were cancelled and days out were postponed. To be able to take my daughters to London where there is so much to explore and learn was amazing. Having my parents with us felt like I was able to thank them for all the times they showed up.”
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