Another good day for raffle prizes today, The Kent Wildlife Trust donated a family membership pass which I think is a fantastic prize.
http://www.kentwildlifetrust.org.uk/
Also Emma and I met a lovely lady Nicky at Tesco of Cherition and her company kindly donated a raffle prize and some edible goodies for the winning team members of the quiz night in March.
http://www.tesco.com/
Sarah and Emma say Bring On The Wall !!!! On the 12th may 2012 Sarah and Emma will take on a charity challenge Trekking The Great Wall of China. Sarah and Emma would like to thank you for visiting their blog and hope you pop back often.
Monday 31 January 2011
Friday 28 January 2011
Posted by Sarah 28-01-2011
Well how are we all?
I got all my paper work back today from the DVLA today so that means only one thing, I am all legal and have got my new car on the road so watch out for a Silver Ford Focus!!!!!!!
The Quiz Night is coming along nicely we only have a few tables left if anyone is interested, just let me or Emma know. Lots of local companies including local attractions have been very generous in donating prizes so these will go towards the raffle on the night.
Oh yes my cat Rory is doing fine, he hasn't been back on the treadmill again!
I got all my paper work back today from the DVLA today so that means only one thing, I am all legal and have got my new car on the road so watch out for a Silver Ford Focus!!!!!!!
The Quiz Night is coming along nicely we only have a few tables left if anyone is interested, just let me or Emma know. Lots of local companies including local attractions have been very generous in donating prizes so these will go towards the raffle on the night.
Oh yes my cat Rory is doing fine, he hasn't been back on the treadmill again!
Wednesday 26 January 2011
Posted by Sarah 26-01-2011
I was on my treadmill this morning when my cat Rory decided to hop on as well! Put it this way he had the shock of his life and didn't stay on for long, his little legs couldn't keep up!
Tuesday 25 January 2011
Posted by Sarah 25-01-2011
Me again!
I am on the search for some second hand books on The Great Wall, please let me know if you find any or if you can tell me some places to try, I have checked ebay but not mch on there at the mo.
I am on the search for some second hand books on The Great Wall, please let me know if you find any or if you can tell me some places to try, I have checked ebay but not mch on there at the mo.
Many Thanx Saz
Posted by Sarah 25-01-2011
Guess What?
Some unusual but great news, the chef Phil Vickery has kindly signed a copy of our cookbook which also contains a couple of his recipes that he donated to us. This is fab news so Emma & I are thinking about doing an auction of promises if we receive some more brilliant items like these. So a big thank you Phil, much appreciated. x
Monday 24 January 2011
Posted by Sarah 24-01-2011
Everyones talking about it!
Thanks to the article in the local paper last week, everyone is talking about the quiz night, so please everyone spread the word because we do want a full house on the night!
Sunday 23 January 2011
Saturday 22 January 2011
Posted by Sarah 22-01-2011
I managed to get a free day pass to the gym my sister goes to, so I went with my sis yesterday morning and I'm suffering today! I love the gym but I don't want to drive into Ashford every time, I want one right on my doorstep!
Thank you to James's brother Tim who kindly donated by the just giving website today, Emma and I really appreciate your donation and hope you will keep yourself updated via our blog.
Thank you also to Jan who works for Tesco in Tenterden who kindly donated £20 worth of goods that we are going to put towards a hamper, which will be a prize at the raffle on the Quiz night in March.
One last thing its my sisters 30th birthday tomorrow, yes she is only 30!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY ANNA
Thank you to James's brother Tim who kindly donated by the just giving website today, Emma and I really appreciate your donation and hope you will keep yourself updated via our blog.
Thank you also to Jan who works for Tesco in Tenterden who kindly donated £20 worth of goods that we are going to put towards a hamper, which will be a prize at the raffle on the Quiz night in March.
One last thing its my sisters 30th birthday tomorrow, yes she is only 30!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY ANNA
Friday 21 January 2011
Update by Emma
What another cracking week it has been with quiz night and raffle preparation and also of course the launch of the cookbook not to mention our celebrity status growing with newspaper articles and having to sign copies of the cookbook.
Sarah and I have just returned from a local Tesco store who have kindly allowed us to have £20 worth of groceries, we was allowed to choose the items ourselves, we got some lovely bits to make up a fab hamper as a raffle prize.
Thanks to Sarah's family for the donation and also to frineds of mine, Trevor and Lynne who kindly donated money also.
Im finding I am talking more and more about the Charity challenge Sarah and I are going to be doing, its bringing so many positive comments it really is exciting and fantastic for the charity.
Had some great gym sessions this week with lots of work on the stepper and i did complete a personal best for a mile run on the treadmill, will be back there in the morning the receptionist has said im there almost as much as he is which i took as a compliment.
Right I will sign of for now, until next time.
Sarah and I have just returned from a local Tesco store who have kindly allowed us to have £20 worth of groceries, we was allowed to choose the items ourselves, we got some lovely bits to make up a fab hamper as a raffle prize.
Thanks to Sarah's family for the donation and also to frineds of mine, Trevor and Lynne who kindly donated money also.
Im finding I am talking more and more about the Charity challenge Sarah and I are going to be doing, its bringing so many positive comments it really is exciting and fantastic for the charity.
Had some great gym sessions this week with lots of work on the stepper and i did complete a personal best for a mile run on the treadmill, will be back there in the morning the receptionist has said im there almost as much as he is which i took as a compliment.
Right I will sign of for now, until next time.
Thursday 20 January 2011
We've made the papers!
Posted by Sarah 20-01-2011
Well well well Emma and I have made the papers!
The reporter that contacted me last week has printed an article on us both and our trek. I am yet to see it but I am assured it does exist in this weeks Ashford Kentish Express. Lets hope this is one of many articles to come, as the more publicity we can get will help raise awareness of our fundraising events, the trek and most importantly the Charity.
Our cookbook is also selling well, I have sold over 10 copies already!
Its my dads birthday today so Happy Birthday old boy!
I'm off to buy a copy of the Kentish now!
Chow for now x
Well well well Emma and I have made the papers!
The reporter that contacted me last week has printed an article on us both and our trek. I am yet to see it but I am assured it does exist in this weeks Ashford Kentish Express. Lets hope this is one of many articles to come, as the more publicity we can get will help raise awareness of our fundraising events, the trek and most importantly the Charity.
Our cookbook is also selling well, I have sold over 10 copies already!
Its my dads birthday today so Happy Birthday old boy!
I'm off to buy a copy of the Kentish now!
Chow for now x
Wednesday 19 January 2011
Posted by Sarah 19-01-2011
Just a quickie to say a big thank you do James's Aunty and Uncle (Angela & Steve) who have kindly donated towards the trek. Also a big thank you to those who have also donated through various channels, I much appreciate it and I know Emma does too. xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Tuesday 18 January 2011
Posted by Sarah 18-01-2011
Exciting news from Emma and I, we sold 2 copies of our book today. Thats made us really happy and we were even asked if we could sign them as well!
Monday 17 January 2011
Posted by Sarah 17-01-2011
No slacking even at the weekends! I went running for an hour on Saturday, then went out on my bike on Sunday and today Monday I've done 2 hours on the treadmill. I know you are probably tired of hearing about my exercise regime, so I won't keep boring you with it, I will just try my very best to keep up the good work!
Cookbook now on sale....
Now on sale...
It is with great pleasure that at last we can now launch the cookbook at the suggested donation price of
£3.95
The cookbook is A5 size & consists of 20 recipes all kindly donated by friends, family, colleagues, and of course not forgetting the famous chefs Gary Rhodes & Phil Vickery!
If you would like to purchase a copy then please see either Sarah or Emma
We would love to send copies to those unable to purchase from us direct so if you would like to make a payment into our justgiving account of £4.95 (£1 towards cost of postage) then we will send to you at an address provided to us via email
when using justgiving then please indicate where messages can be left that it is donation for cookbook and not a sponsor.
thank you
We hope you will all enjoy the recipes on offer in our charity cookbook and enjoy the artwork that has been produced at the rainbow gallery art centre.
The cookbook will be on sale in other outlets soon so please watch this space.
Saturday 15 January 2011
Its the weekend by Emma
I phoned sarah yesterday for our daily catch up, sarahs voice sounded excited and she said i hope your sitting down, nope actually i was in B and Q so sitting down wasnt an option, untill i found a washing machine so i perched on that.
Cook book arriving, Dan from KM ringing, more raffle prizes arriving it was all to much. I did a little dance down the aisle.
If I recieve news like this everyday I will have a smile on my face untill we reach The Great Wall. Its fantastic news and the kindness shown from so many is overwhelming.
Sarah has a new car after her skid on the ice so our pub meetings can return, its important we catch up weekly as the work load is increasing, and it being at the pub is very important for our social lives.
I have had the dreaded lergy this week but still managed to drag myself to the gym inbetween spending a few days in bed, I have myself a good workout going now that concerntrates on leg strength and burning calories, When my muscles are burning, my heart rate going through the roof i just take a deep breath and say its all in the name of charity.
Dont forget to book your tables for the quiz night and watch this space for news that the raffle tickets are on sale, with the quantity and quality of the prizes we hope everyone will purchase a ticket or two.
The cook book which i have sat in front of me is amazing, the work that has gone into the details are clear to see, the recipes are interesting, if only we could decide on a price and when and where we will launch.......soon very soon it will be ON SALE.
Well thats me signing out, I am taking a well deserved day off and heading to the coast to visit some friends, goodbye for now.
Cook book arriving, Dan from KM ringing, more raffle prizes arriving it was all to much. I did a little dance down the aisle.
If I recieve news like this everyday I will have a smile on my face untill we reach The Great Wall. Its fantastic news and the kindness shown from so many is overwhelming.
Sarah has a new car after her skid on the ice so our pub meetings can return, its important we catch up weekly as the work load is increasing, and it being at the pub is very important for our social lives.
I have had the dreaded lergy this week but still managed to drag myself to the gym inbetween spending a few days in bed, I have myself a good workout going now that concerntrates on leg strength and burning calories, When my muscles are burning, my heart rate going through the roof i just take a deep breath and say its all in the name of charity.
Dont forget to book your tables for the quiz night and watch this space for news that the raffle tickets are on sale, with the quantity and quality of the prizes we hope everyone will purchase a ticket or two.
The cook book which i have sat in front of me is amazing, the work that has gone into the details are clear to see, the recipes are interesting, if only we could decide on a price and when and where we will launch.......soon very soon it will be ON SALE.
Well thats me signing out, I am taking a well deserved day off and heading to the coast to visit some friends, goodbye for now.
Friday 14 January 2011
Posted by Sarah 12-01-2011
I have had a really busy day today and its true things do come in three's,
Firstly Emma and I have been writing to lots of different companies asking for raffle prizes and I received some back today through the post so that's all good.
Secondly I had a phone call from a really nice man Dan Hickford from the KM group who would like to write an article about us both and our trek. This was totally out the blue and we really appreciate all the publicity that we can get so I look forward to working with Dan on this. Will keep you posted if and when the article goes to print.
Thirdly I took delivery of our much awaited cook book it looks amazing and I know you are all dying to take a look and maybe make a purchase but you will have to be patient just a little bit longer as my OLD pal Emma has yet to see them.
I just want to take this opportunity to say a BIG THANK YOU to BUCKLAND PRESS from Dover who kindly printed all the cookbooks for free, we can't thank you all enough and we both really appreciate all you have done for us. http://www.buckland.co.uk/
What a busy day its been to say the least, right I'm off now to watch my soaps!!!!!!!!!!!!
Firstly Emma and I have been writing to lots of different companies asking for raffle prizes and I received some back today through the post so that's all good.
Secondly I had a phone call from a really nice man Dan Hickford from the KM group who would like to write an article about us both and our trek. This was totally out the blue and we really appreciate all the publicity that we can get so I look forward to working with Dan on this. Will keep you posted if and when the article goes to print.
Thirdly I took delivery of our much awaited cook book it looks amazing and I know you are all dying to take a look and maybe make a purchase but you will have to be patient just a little bit longer as my OLD pal Emma has yet to see them.
I just want to take this opportunity to say a BIG THANK YOU to BUCKLAND PRESS from Dover who kindly printed all the cookbooks for free, we can't thank you all enough and we both really appreciate all you have done for us. http://www.buckland.co.uk/
What a busy day its been to say the least, right I'm off now to watch my soaps!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted by Sarah 12-01-2011
I said I would let you know how my week went my keep fit regime! Well I have done 1 hours worth of Power Walking on my tread mill everyday and also 200 sit ups a day. I am also trying to drink at least 1 litre of water a day and I know you think that's no big deal but believe me it is to me because I hate cold drinks! I've been told by my sister that's its good for your skin and she said that if you are exercising I need to be upping my fluid in take. Emma has also said to me that I need to start getting use to drinking lots for when we are actually on the trek. I found there is a down side to drinking lots and that is I spend most of my day dashing to the loo, I know you really wanted to know that!
Thursday 13 January 2011
Posted by Sarah 13-01-2011
You will all be pleased to know that I have purchased a new car! However I've got to tax it yet so am still walking to work!
Wednesday 12 January 2011
Posted by Sarah 12-01-2011
Hi all, do you know which chinese year you were born in? If you don't know check out our Chinese Facts page to find out.
Raffle prizes by Emma
With in the last week many letters to local companies and even further a field companies have been sent kindly asking for a raffle prize for our quiz night raffle.
Sarah and I would love to hear from you if you feel you could help us or no someone that could help us with raffle prizes or if you have had success with this yourself with donations.
I would just like to give special thanks to Scott a local driving instructor in Ashford who has kindly donated 5 hours of free tuition. This kind of support is much appreciated.
You can find out information about Scott and his driving instructing via
www.freedom-drive.com
We had another justgiving donation from a Millets customer advisor who donated himself because his company could only provide a 20% off voucher, a voucher that will still be so beneficial to us, thank you glen for the donation.
we will ofcourse list all companies who provide us with a raffle prize under the sponsors section of our blog.
I had a shock today as i googled for other peoples blogs who have already completed the challenege and i sat watching you tube clips, it actually hit me just how difficult certain sections of the wall is and how fit we are going to have to be. I have seen some pictures today that make you shudder, its still so exciting.
Sarah and I would love to hear from you if you feel you could help us or no someone that could help us with raffle prizes or if you have had success with this yourself with donations.
I would just like to give special thanks to Scott a local driving instructor in Ashford who has kindly donated 5 hours of free tuition. This kind of support is much appreciated.
You can find out information about Scott and his driving instructing via
www.freedom-drive.com
We had another justgiving donation from a Millets customer advisor who donated himself because his company could only provide a 20% off voucher, a voucher that will still be so beneficial to us, thank you glen for the donation.
we will ofcourse list all companies who provide us with a raffle prize under the sponsors section of our blog.
I had a shock today as i googled for other peoples blogs who have already completed the challenege and i sat watching you tube clips, it actually hit me just how difficult certain sections of the wall is and how fit we are going to have to be. I have seen some pictures today that make you shudder, its still so exciting.
Tuesday 11 January 2011
By Emma
This blog is great when i look back through old posts its seems like we have been on a journey already, glad to see sarah keeping us posted on her treadmill, crashing cars and other such. I have finally joined the gym after much research on local gyms in my area, so the treadmill appears to be sarah and mines favourite hobby at the moment, i have lost 5lb already this year which means a total weight lost in 10 months of 3 stone 4lb. I am a new me and would be feeling great only I have the dreaded lergy.
Sarah and I had a good afternoons work yesterday meeting with fundraising from work and having a brain storming session, so much is happening and will be happening its all so exciting.
The cook book has finally gone to print yes really it is being printed so watch this space on news of its launch.........
The interest for the quiz night is growing fast and people are coming forward all the time with news that they are getting together their teams, we are working really hard at ensuring that the night will be fun as well as a great fundraising event.
well things to do, letters to write, replys to be answered so its over and out for now.
Sarah and I had a good afternoons work yesterday meeting with fundraising from work and having a brain storming session, so much is happening and will be happening its all so exciting.
The cook book has finally gone to print yes really it is being printed so watch this space on news of its launch.........
The interest for the quiz night is growing fast and people are coming forward all the time with news that they are getting together their teams, we are working really hard at ensuring that the night will be fun as well as a great fundraising event.
well things to do, letters to write, replys to be answered so its over and out for now.
Monday 10 January 2011
Posted by Sarah 10-01-1011
Hi all, I made James get my treadmill out the shed yesterday into our conservatory so I would be able to use it. I did an hour of power walking this morning on it, my aim is to do an hour each day on it so I will let you know how I get on!
Sunday 9 January 2011
Posted by Sarah 09-01-2011
Well I thought I would go running this morning but it was to frosty and icey, so when the sun had come out I went cycling for an hour instead, well I got to shed the xmas pounds somehow!
Friday 7 January 2011
Posted by Sarah 7-01-2011
Well Happy New Year everyone, I know I haven't been posting much on the blog lately but as with everyone Xmas is a hectic time and I managed to write my car off in the ice so have been busy sorting that and trying to buy a new one. On the plus side I have been getting plenty of exercise walking to work!
So the New Year is upon us and we have had the dates confirmed for our trek we actually fly out on the 12 May 2012. Emma and I are already planning lots of Events for this Year, the 1st one being a Quiz Night to be held on Thursday 24th March at the Rarebreeds Centre Function Room. So does any one fancy getting a team together and joining us for the evening? Teams are a maximum of 8 players, there will be a bar, raffle and its £2 each to enter with all proceeds going to The Canterbury Oast Trust and Rarebreeds Centre our chosen charity we are raising money for alongside our trek.
There is limited tables for the quiz night so do get in touch if you are interested, contact me on, sk@rarebreeds.org.uk 01233 861493.
When the weather gets better I hope to start running and cycling again, I feel like a slug at the moment as I haven't done any proper exercise in ages. Its either to dark, snowing or raining when I get time and want to go out.
I also fancy doing an assault course, I know you will think I am mad but it's something I have always wanted to do one and of course I will be making Emma do it as well! So does anyone know of any local ones? My sister seems to think there is one at Moat Park in Maidstone but I have tried google this with no success.
Right I am off now to do some sit ups then watch the darts. Xx
So the New Year is upon us and we have had the dates confirmed for our trek we actually fly out on the 12 May 2012. Emma and I are already planning lots of Events for this Year, the 1st one being a Quiz Night to be held on Thursday 24th March at the Rarebreeds Centre Function Room. So does any one fancy getting a team together and joining us for the evening? Teams are a maximum of 8 players, there will be a bar, raffle and its £2 each to enter with all proceeds going to The Canterbury Oast Trust and Rarebreeds Centre our chosen charity we are raising money for alongside our trek.
There is limited tables for the quiz night so do get in touch if you are interested, contact me on, sk@rarebreeds.org.uk 01233 861493.
When the weather gets better I hope to start running and cycling again, I feel like a slug at the moment as I haven't done any proper exercise in ages. Its either to dark, snowing or raining when I get time and want to go out.
I also fancy doing an assault course, I know you will think I am mad but it's something I have always wanted to do one and of course I will be making Emma do it as well! So does anyone know of any local ones? My sister seems to think there is one at Moat Park in Maidstone but I have tried google this with no success.
Right I am off now to do some sit ups then watch the darts. Xx
Quiz Night
PLEASE COME AND JOIN US FOR A FUN AND EXCITING EVENING AT OUR FUNDRAISING
QUIZ NIGHT
ON: THURSDAY 24TH MARCH 2011
AT: THE FALCONS CENTRE, RARE BREEDS CENTRE
TIME: 7.00PM
TEAMS OF 6-8 PEOPLE AT A COST OF £2 PER PERSON
BAR WILL BE OPEN AND THERE WILL BE A RAFFLE
WE ASK YOU PLEASE TO BOOK YOUR TEAM IN EARLY BY CONTACTING SARAH AT THE RARE BREEDS CENTRE ON
01233 861493 EXT 221
THANK YOU SARAH AND EMMA
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