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WEEKLY BLOG EPISODE 79 | INSPIRED TO FIND MY BIKE PUMP
27 Jul 2021

WEEKLY BLOG EPISODE 79 | INSPIRED TO FIND MY BIKE PUMP

by Splodz | posted in: The Weekly Blog | 1

So the heatwave I spoke (moaned) about in Weekly Blog Episode 78 ended… although not quite as anticipated. After being in the weather warning for extreme heat, we were thrust into a weather warning for storms at the weekend – … Continued

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Britain’s Personal Best – What’s Yours?
16 Sep 2013

Britain’s Personal Best – What’s Yours?

by Splodz | posted in: Bucket List, Outdoors, Personal | 5

A few weeks back I came across Britain’s Personal Best, and straight away I knew I wanted to be involved. It brings together my love of challenges with that inspiration and motivation London 2012 encouraged. It is an opportunity, an … Continued

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SUNDAY SOLILOQUY | INSPIRE A GENERATION
28 Jul 2013

SUNDAY SOLILOQUY | INSPIRE A GENERATION

by Splodz | posted in: Sunday Soliloquy | 0

[ so·lil·o·quy – the act of speaking one’s thoughts aloud when by oneself or regardless of any hearers ] Twelve months ago we watched in wonder and awe at the achievements of a host of national and international sportsmen and … Continued

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Sunday Soliloquy – Cheering for Every Point
14 Jul 2013

Sunday Soliloquy – Cheering for Every Point

by Splodz | posted in: Sunday Soliloquy | 0

[ so·lil·o·quy – the act of speaking one’s thoughts aloud when by oneself or regardless of any hearers ] The noise of the crowd has always been a massive feature of the Wimbledon tennis championships. As in football and other … Continued

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Are You Inspired?
13 Aug 2012

Are You Inspired?

by Splodz | posted in: Health & Fitness, Personal | 1

Wow. What a couple of weeks it has been. Are you inspired? I know I am!  There just seems to have been something, lots of things, about London 2012 that has been, well, truly inspirational. From the torch relay, opening … Continued

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Let the Games Begin
28 Jul 2012

Let the Games Begin

by Splodz | posted in: Health & Fitness, Personal | 2

I thoroughly enjoyed the London 2012 Olympic opening ceremony last night. While I couldn’t actually sit in the Stadium – which I imagine would have been totally amazing – I had a pretty good seat on my sofa with snacks … Continued

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The Second Verse
25 Jul 2012

The Second Verse

by Splodz | posted in: General Post | 0

I think everyone noticed… two verses of our National Anthem were played at the start of the first event of London 2012 – the women’s football match between New Zealand and Team GB. And it seems we’ll be hearing two … Continued

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LONDON 2012 TORCH RELAY | SPONSORED BY COCA COLA
19 Mar 2012

LONDON 2012 TORCH RELAY | SPONSORED BY COCA COLA

by Splodz | posted in: General Post, Personal | 8

The news is now official – I am going to be carrying the Olympic Torch in the run up to London 2012 as one of the Torchbearers on the relay. I had my confirmation last week but was asked by … Continued

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Britain in a Day – Film Yourself
11 Nov 2011

Britain in a Day – Film Yourself

by Splodz | posted in: General Post | 0

Saturday 12th November is a day to think… and record your thoughts and your day for all to see. Get your camera ready and film your thoughts, hopes and aspirations. For more information visit the Britain in a Day YouTube … Continued

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Olympic Success? Second Chance
24 Jun 2011

Olympic Success? Second Chance

by Splodz | posted in: General Post, Health & Fitness | 1

As you know, I really want to see an Olympic event live. It’s been on my bucket list since I first wrote it – and with the Olympics coming to London I stupidly thought “yes, this is my chance”. I … Continued

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