A Sales Director for a national housebuilder left the ground behind when she tackled a wing walk to raise money for a local charity that is close to her heart.
Dare-devil Michele Rose, who works for Bloor Homes Midlands, took on the challenge in memory of her friend, Sally Taylor, who lost her 17-year battle with mouth cancer in July this year.
Michele explains: “Sally was so strong throughout her diagnosis and subsequent treatments, right up to the end, so I was determined to be brave myself and take on a really big, scary challenge. She was a wonderful friend to me, so loyal and supportive, particularly when I went through my own cancer journey 16 years ago.
“In her last few weeks, Sally was looked after so brilliantly by the team at the Primrose Hospice in Bromsgrove. I can’t do anything more to help Sally, but it’s a great comfort to know that the money I raise for the Primrose Hospice will help others that need their care and support. A big thank you to everyone who has sponsored me so far.”
The hospice provides support and care to patients with life-limiting illnesses and their families across the north east Worcestershire area. As an independent charity, they rely solely on support and donations from the local community. Every year they must raise a staggering £1.75 million to continue to provide the services they offer.
Michele continues: “I’ve always wanted to do a wing walk, but never had the nerve to see it through. Sally’s experience was the nudge I needed to give it a go and I’m so glad I did!
“We took off from RFC Rendcomb Airfield in Cirencester with me strapped to the top of a Boeing Stearman biplane flown by one of the wonderful wing walking display pilots. The sense of freedom and exhilaration as you fly through the air and take in the stunning views, is one I will never forget. I know Sally would be so proud of me and would have been laughing along with me!”
So far, Michele has raised £4,790 for the Primrose Hospice.
To add your support and sponsor Michele, please visit: https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/Michele-Rose2.
