The July meeting was really popular and saw lots of new
faces and four new members! Welcome Ladies we’re all so glad you have decided
to join us! This meeting was ‘Mysterious Girl’ and it was truly inspirational.
The session was led by the fabulous Tilla Brook and it was a moving and
inspiring meeting.
The meeting was kicked off by our wonderful President Lucy,
the finance update was skilfully delivered by our glamourous Treasurer Grace-Ann
and Secretary Amanda told us all about the exciting activities offered in this
month’s WYN leaflet - which will soon be available to members online. Amanda read out a
lovely email from former member Paulette Clements who has relocated to Cheshire
with her husband’s job. Thanking us for the friendliness, acceptance and the
laughs.
Sam told us about the next workshop ‘You’re Sew Vain’ in
which you will learn how to sew a zip into a purse. You can buy your ticket here
Shameless plugs came from
Mencap via email where they told us that they hold a number of community and
challenge fundraising events over the year – including Trek Ben Nevis 14th -16th Aug, Great Yorkshire Run 27th
Sept. More info via www.leedsmencap.org.uk
- if you want to volunteer, take part or donate. Girl guiding District
Commissioner Claire put a shout out for all helper/leaders, go to
www.girlguiding.org.uk to find out more.
Tilla introduced the session by telling us a bit about her
own recovery from derailment. Three ladies very generously shared their
stories; each followed by some questions from Tilla which highlighted their
strength and courage; and what they have learnt about themselves and others.
Tilla then shared her excellent 6-point strategy to being
stronger (Including some POWER POSES - see below!) and more able to handle that life-changing event. Some hand-outs
elaborating on this and on building self-esteem were available. Next Tilla told
us that she will generously give our attendees a ‘Know your values’ session at
a reduced price of £50 for 1.5 hours. If anyone would like to take advantage of
this amazing offer, please see the website for details or email: tilla@tillabrookcoaching.com
Next it was the competition time and names went into a box
for selection to win a copy of Tilla’s ‘The Magnificent Castle – How to become
who you are’ - Julia Bilby was the lucky winner and took the opportunity to
introduce herself to everyone as this was her first meeting.
Phew with all of that going on we can’t wait to see you at
the next meeting on 20 August - 21st Century Girl - A meeting to celebrate 100
years of the WI in their centenary year. Will include a craft challenge – 100
Suffolk Puffs which we think should be achievable in the time. There will be a
quiz and attendees were asked to being some food items to share. Cake cake
cake!
