It was good to discuss the project with someone who has achieved a major personal fundraising goal themselves. The person in question has raised £10,000 in a year to build a school in Cambodia in memory of her mum. That's incredible and I have so much respect for her. After the meeting (and afternoon at work) I went to Jamie Oliver's 'Fifteen' restaurant to try and enlist their help, fingers crossed it will work!
Speaking of Fifteen, I was taken there on Sunday evening and had the most divine time. Excellent food, brilliant service and the company was perfect. I had ravioli, pork shoulder and chocolate and pistachio torte, washed down with a fine bottle of red and cocktails. Although it was on the pricey side, it was such a wholesome, holistic experience that I would recommend it to anybody. It is a special occasion restaurant where you can really feel comfortable.
On Sunday I went to St Martins on the Fields which has inspired me to reread (for the eighth time) 'Down and out in Paris and London'. It is partly set in and around the church and is, in my opinion, one of the greatest books ever written. In the crypt of the church they had an excellent exhibition of photography from the Big Issue Foundation. It was very moving and portrayed it how it is, sadly that means there isn't always a happy ending.
Our new team assistant starts tomorrow. It will be quite odd as I will be responsible for their development. It will be a real test of my knowledge and I hope I can do myself justice and impart something useful.
Speaking of new jobs, I met two job hunters at NFPTweetup. Having been in that situation myself I wholeheartedly understand where they are coming from. One of them has just secured a job and the other one is in the middle of a wonderful campaign to promote herself. It is so proactive that I think a new word should be made to describe it. I just wish I'd have had that initiative. Hopefully she will find something soon.
Keep smiling folks :-)
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