I spent Tuesday morning helping Julian sort his Mum's clothes. She was a generous person and always eager to support charities and bless those who were less fortunate. We took seven bags of garments to the local CS. Then we returned her uniforms to Wilko. We were very touched to see a Memory Tree in the entrance. A staff member has already done a sponsored run in Gill's name. The Deputy Manager took time to chat to us in her office. She said that on Sunday when they heard the news, her staff were really upset. They delayed opening the store by 1½hours. She anticipates Rob's run, the Staff collection, and the Memory Tree will raise around £1K for Cancer Research. What an amazing tribute.
Later in the day, I went to the station, and met my blogfriend Kezzie from the train. We have never met in person before, although we've corresponded and telephoned a lot over the years. Some time ago, Kezzie was kind enough to visit my Auntie Peggy in hospital for me, when I was unable to get down to Essex. Yesterday she broke her journey home from school so we could share a cuppa together in Romford.
We had such a good time, and it really helped to lift my spirits. Kezzie is great - I love her blog, and she's just as much fun in real life. Note our matching striped Bretton tops. And she's so fast at folding up her Brompton Bike! She insisted on staying at the Bus Stop with me till my bus came. Thanks Kezzie for your generous spirit and unfailing kindness. More busy-ness today, home to Bob tonight.
How lovely to meet up with Kezzie - she writes such encouraging comments on blogs. (And I'm remembering the day you and I met up, Ang!)
ReplyDeleteAnd how moving to hear of the respect and affection which Gill inspired.
Yes I remember our meet up at the Garden Centre too!
DeleteSounds like a very busy day, but, how lovely to meet one of your blog friends!
ReplyDeleteIt was brilliant
DeleteIt was SO lovely to meet you at last! We had such a nice time!xxx
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DeleteWhat a wonderful tribute by Wilko, some big stores don't value their staff at all but it looks as if Wilko really do. Your cousin was obviously much loved.
ReplyDeleteHave a safe journey home tonight
I thought Wilko were excellent in their concern for Gill - and now for those staff who have taken it all very hard.
DeleteHow lovely to hear about the tribute paid to your cousin, so many stores would not take that trouble. She was obviously much loved.
ReplyDeleteIn a cut-throat business world, care for staff is really important.
DeleteGill really touched other people's lives, didn't she?
ReplyDeleteIt was lovely to see the photo of you and Kezzie, and to know that you were able to meet and have a visit over a cuppa. Friends are such a blessing at sad times.
It was such perfect timing for me, I am so grateful to Kezzie for caring enough to come and lift my spirits.
DeleteHow lovely to meet Kezzie - two of the bloggers I'd like to meet in RL together! What kind things the staff at Wilko have done too. Gill must have been well loved & respected.
ReplyDeleteI'd so love to meet you too! One of these days...
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