SVIWG NEWSLETTER SEPTEMBER 2024 

www.sviwg.co.uk

CHAIR; Sue Hill; susanmaryhill56@icloud.com mobile;07970311329 
 
Walk coordinator; EILEEN INGHAM; 07952241775; 01142814414  

From time to time we take photos to update our web site and also SRSB's web site.  If anyone does not wish to appear on group photos please make it clear at the beginning of the walk.  

Whilst every effort is taken by walk leaders members attending do so at their own risk.  All members are required to wear good walking boots and bring their own rucksack food and drink as well as waterproofs.   

Please note there are no pet dogs allowed on our walks only Guide Dogs 

Contents; Walks, Obituary, Carol's theatre debut, Charity donations wanted.

Please keep sending any photos to James Percival to keep our web site updated email address at the end of this newsletter.

WALKS...

Tuesday 3rd September.  See previous newsletter for details.

9th to 14th September.  Group holiday

Thursday 19th September  Meet Queen's Head Pub Pond Hill 9.15 to travel by mini bus leaving 9.30 to Fairholmes where walk starts 10 .am.  Route; decided on the day due to weather conditions, Distance; around 8 miles, Terrain; varied, some climbs, good paths some rough terrain. Leader's; Peak Park Rangers who will meet group at Fairholmes, (07502547221  any walk enquiries).  
Please note it is essential to wear good walking boots on this walk. 
Please contact Martin by Friday 13th September if going on this walk letting him know where you will be meeting the group for him to make sure enough guides at the start of the walk 07747443812 mrmartinwing@gmail.com

Sunday 22nd September.  Meet Sheffield train station 9.15 to catch the 9.38 train to Elsecar, where we will wait at the station for the 9.58 train from Barnsley due 10.09. Linear walk to Chapeltown for buses and trains to Barnsley and Sheffield.  Route; We pick up the Barnsley Boundary Walk at Elsecar Park, and follow it to Westwood Country Park, then Trans Pennine Trail to Chapeltown, Distance; 7 miles, Terrain; mainly good paths, fields, some stiles no steep ascents, Leader; David Kayley (07840133768 any walk enquiries). 
Please contact Martin by Wednesday 18th September letting him know where you will meet Group to ensure VIP's have enough guides for the start of the walk. 

Tuesday 1st October.  Meet Poundland High Street 10.05 to catch 10.24 no 43 bus on Arundel Gate (opposite Poundland) to Graves Park, Meadowhead entrance, where walk starts 10.55.  Circular walk to remember Paul Foxton.  Route; From the Park gates we will make our way to St James church, Norton where we are going to have a short service In memory Of Paul Foxton. Then we will make our way to the Rose Garden Cafe In the park for lunch (It was a favourite of Paul's). After lunch we will continue walking around the park and wooded areas before making our way back to the start. Distance; 4 miles, Terrain; Easy walking on good paths no stiles. Leader; David Cadet (07554143262 any walk enquiries) Please contact Martin by Wednesday 25th September if going on this walk letting him know where you will be meeting the group 07747443812 mrmartinwing@gmail.com   

OBITUARY...

It is very sad news that our friend Paul Foxton died Monday 5th August in hospital.  This is a shock to our members who knew Paul as it happened so suddenly after his diagnosis of Lung Cancer.  Paul was very popular in our group always cheerful and happy to be walking with us.  He also loved his Pop quizzes acting as the Quizmaster asking group questions whenever we had time during a break and also entertaining the members on holiday whilst relaxing in the bar after their evening meal. Our condolences must go to his wife Carol, daughter Melanie and family, also his good friend David Cadet with whom they provided the group with Tuesday walks each month after thoroughly going out to check making sure they were fit for the group. 
You will be very much missed Paul....Gail 

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My recollections of Paul was a gregarious, friendly and affable person who always had a smile on his face.  He was full of enthusiasm for the group and devised along with David Cadet some very interesting and varied walks for the group which was a credit to both of them.  Not to forget Paul's love of quizzes he was such a nice man he will greatly be missed by all of us.   Rest in Peace old friend...Nigel.   

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Paul was my friend, I had known him since I became a Member Of SVIWG.  This last couple of years, Paul and I spent a lot of time together planning and recceing Tuesday walks.  Paul was always there when I needed him and nothing was ever too much trouble, for that I am eternally grateful.  We shared some wonderful adventures and on the odd occasion we found ourselves saying "Where are we"?  We would have a laugh about it and Paul would say to me "David that's the reason why we recce walks, to find out if and where you go wrong."  He wasn't just my friend, he was everyone's friend.
I will miss him. We will miss him, he was a fantastic walker and a wonderful sighted guide for all of our lovely VIPS.
On behalf of all who knew him. R.I.P. Paul....David  

CAROL'S STAGE DEBUT AT THE CRUCIBLE THEATRE...

Something Old, Something New, Experience by Carol Adams

I wouldn't say I'm scared, I wouldn't say I'm not.
Memories of the past linger, rehearsing lines, adrenaline shot, I'm older now, my memory not what it used to be, Excitement in meeting new people, wondering what's next for me, It seemed so far off at first and then wow - So many more lines than I expected, right now, On reflection, I wonder if I'll learn them all in time, Something new to dive into, but oh, will I shine? Will I have to dance or sing, make the audience ring? It's a wedding scene, so will there be bling? A lot on my mind-can I still stand tall, After surgery, and pull it off at all? At first, I doubt myself, but then I take a stand, Rehearsals begin, lines spoken, all carefully planned. I hope to keep everything authentic and true, Looking forward to knowing my lines through and through, Then there are cues to remember, every one, How many times will I pour my soul into this run? Today is a day of rest, tomorrow's the final prep, Opening night looms and I've got one last step. We started in July, now the end is near, Just a week to go, and we'll give it all here, The stage is set, the people I've met - What will the critics say, what will we get? We hope for success in every show and pray for applause from row to row . I wonder about emotions, seeking approval high, The lines in my head, will they stick when I try? We all worry about missing a cue but the audience won't know, they haven't a clue. Here's just one song but I won't be the singer, My lines are rehearsed, I won't be a winger, I'm playing a registrar-does this role fit me? I'll give it my best and hope for victory, I'm so tired I could sleep for a week but I carry on, though rest seems bleak, The gym is my refuge at dawn's early light, Before trying to sleep, though it's still a fight, The dress rehearsal was a bit of a flop, Missing lines and prop mishaps that just won't stop, Are we ready for this, is time on our side? But then adrenaline kicks in and I'm along for the ride, The audiences are plenty, they clap as we leave, There's a buzz backstage, no time to grieve. At our first party, everyone craves more but there's still work to do, still things to explore, Every day's different, changes are made, Lines and scenes cut, to make the grade, Suddenly, confidence rises and I find my stride, It's a great show, with pride I confide, The audience laughs, and I make some cry, Despite any noise, we don't let it die, At last, it's here-we've made it through, Knowing 600 people have watched our debut, Now it's all over, no more lines to learn, We scream, shout, and take our turn, The adrenaline fades, and I finally sleep, With memories of this time, forever to keep .Thanks to all for their support-I'm worn out but proud, Proud I did it, that I made it, I say aloud, Proud of this unforgettable scene, Standing on stage, feeling serene, I owned it, just like the rest, That registrar role, I gave it my best.   

CHARITY DONATIONS WANTED...

Ben's Charity.  They are in need of walking shoes and trainers for their clients also any T shirts and shorts.  These can be dropped off at 22 Wilkinson Street S10 2 GB. Monday to Friday 10 to 4pm.

St. Vincent de Paul.  Furniture charity shop are in need of furniture donations which they will collect in the Sheffield and Rotherham areas.  Please call 0114 2552545.

Please send any photos to James Percival email to;-   sviwg_webmaster@proton.me 
 who will put them on our web site 

Please send articles for Newsletter to Gail Fagan 0114 2667764 email gail.fagan@guidemail.co.uk