1st November 2009, mine and my twin Greg's 39th Birthday, it was the worst day of our life. My beautiful son Frankie sadly passed away, nothing can prepare a parent to loose a healthy 2 year old child. 

Friends and family want to make our 50th Birthday special this weekend, but they do that year round just being there for us.  During these testing times of Covid, where stress levels and mental health is affected, suicide rates are much higher, leaving family members to deal with the trauma and anger of losing a loved one. 

I would like to mark the occasion by giving back to a service provider that guided my family during our darkest moments. The Gaddum Centre have been servicing Manchester people since 1833, one of our oldest charities. The service they provide is truly remarkable. Rather than sending me a card or gift, I would be so grateful if you are able to, please donate to the Gaddum Centre, where you too can make a massive difference to the people of our great city.

Thank you so much for reading my story and being there for us all x Blessed x