In March 2020, the world for so many of us changed forever. Nicky, who was loved so much and by so many, and who has given us so much love and laughter, passed away. 

There are so many lovely words I have heard used to describe Nicky: bright, fun, empathetic, energetic, brave, enthusiastic, graceful, welcoming: these are just some of the words used to describe her. But the key word that springs to mind when we think of Nicky is that she was kind. Kind to everybody, kind at all times, and kind without ever expecting anything in return.

It's especially difficult that we haven't been able to all get together to share the pain of our loss, and of course our happy memories, at a memorial service to celebrate her life. Whilst we wait for this opportunity to all join together, in the meantime here is an opportunity for us to honour Nic's life through our own act of kindness. Nicky made so many people's lives immeasurably better through her kindness, and one way this was so remarkable was through her work as a special needs teacher at the Milestone School in Gloucester. To carry on sharing her love for the children she taught, we are raising funds to be able to offer care to families at the Milestone School when they need it through Nicky's Fund. This fund will be used to support the students and families at the school to make life more fun and a bit easier when times are difficult; for example, fun days out, respite care, etc.

Any donation you can offer in Nicky's name will be very gratefully received, and will be used entirely towards this purpose by the Friends of the Milestone School. Give what you can, but do take a part of Nicky with you and give kindly. Thank you.