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‘I was in my late twenties then and life was a whirlwind of long hours at work, incredible parties and the occasional catch up with my flatmates. Then along came a little baby called Rosie. She was my dear friends’ first born and as one of my gifts to the new parents, I made a booklet of vouchers for free Auntie Sophie babysitting sessions which proved very popular. The very first time I was left alone with baby Rosie is when everything changed. I remember her asleep in my arms after I had fed her, her little pinky cheeks, her complete trust and her peaceful breathing. I knew then that this was what life was about, not the fancy parties and the frantic lifestyle, but the beautiful bonds you share with others which will accompany you throughout your laughter and your tears. Because of this innocent and wonderful little being, things were never the same again, life became much richer and it taught me to look at the tiniest of gifts (milk forming clouds in the tea as it’s poured being my everyday favourite) with a joyous and caring heart.’

Sophie Mayer