Adrian Sudbury has been a reporter for both the Huddersfield Express and Chronicle Series and the Huddersfield Examiner. In November 2006 the 25-year-old was promoted to digital journalist, effectively editing the new-look Examiner website.
Just two days into his new role he became seriously ill and called in sick. A week later he drove himself to A&E and was eventually diagnosed with leukaemia.
It was then identified that he actually has two distinct types of the disease running at the same time. According to the medical literature he is the only person in the world to have this condition. As such, it has not been possible to offer Adrian a prognosis.
Here he shares his experiences of the disease and his treatment.This is an incredible coup for our campaign to educate all second year 6th form students about blood, bone marrow and organ donation.
On Wednesday afternoon all our MPs and staff who work within the complicated network surrounding the House of Lords and Commons, will be invited to attend a unique event in the Jubilee Room.
As far as I understand nothing on this scale, in this venue, has ever been done before.
I'm really excited about it because for those MPs and staff who are under 40 they will be able to sign up directly to the Anthony Nolan Trust's Bone Marrow Register.
For those who are too old, but would like to sign the petition, they will be able to do so via laptops.
The clinic will be on Wednesday after Prime Minister’s Question Time (around 12.30pm).
It is thought to be the first time a bone marrow donor clinic has ever been held in Parliament, although other health clinics and blood donation sessions have been held there before.
It has been organised by the ever-impressive Colne Valley MP Kali Mountford.
I wonder if any of you reading this can help?
Could you get onto your MPs, let them know about Wednesday's event, and if they are under 40, ask them to consider having a small blood sample taken and joining the register.
Even if they are too old - let them know about the blog, the campaign and let's all work together to make this happen.
All we need to do is keep the pressure on.
Prime Minister Gordon Brown and the health and education secretaries have "backed" this campaign, as have Tory Shadow Health Secretary Andrew Lansley and Lib-Dem leader Nick Clegg.
Now let's see if they really do.
Hopefully Mr Balls and Mr Johnson will be able to give more commitments about expanding the Give and Let Live talk to that crucial 6th form age where our young adults will be able to actually donate blood and join marrow registers.
I think this is going to be an incredible event right in the heart of the corridors of power. I am thrilled that Kali Mountford and the Anthony Nolan Trust have organised such a high profile event.
Campaign packs will also be available so that MPs can set up similar events in their own constituencies.
At the clinic, a film made by the Anthony Nolan Trust will be played showing me getting all Bob Geldolf again about why it is crucial that 17 and 18-year-olds are better educated.
The Government has already demonstrated how important this is to them by rolling out the Give and Let Live talks from September, educating all 14 to15-year-olds about donation.
But without banging on again too much - oh here I go: "Two talks will transform how our young adults think about donation and I am convinced, if these are both implemented, other countries will look to Britain, for once, as being a world leader in this field.”
Comments (163)
Have emailed George Howarth MP for Knowsley
Posted by Alison Mills | June 22, 2008 11:09 PM
Posted on June 22, 2008 23:09
HOW FABULOUS IS THAT?!
Posted by Lacey | June 22, 2008 11:24 PM
Posted on June 22, 2008 23:24
tried to email bob wareing, mp for west derby, liverpool, got an out of office autoreply from his assistant saying she's on maternity leave till october!!
it gives an alternative email address to try so i will do that. hope it gets through.
adrian, hope youve had a good day. many congrats on getting wednesday's event organised. utter respect to you for that.
sending you good wishes again for a restful night and a good day on monday.
peter
Posted by peter leonard | June 22, 2008 11:43 PM
Posted on June 22, 2008 23:43
Evening Adrian,
Have tonight emailed John Austin, MP for Erith and Thamesmead, and his secretary. No wonder you are so excited! This is brilliant news for your campaign. You are simply one amazing man and we love you for all that you are. Hope you are feeling bit brighter today. Will keep this short and sweet tonight and it just remains to wish you a peaceful night, you're in my thoughts always. With positive vibes and a lot of love....Barbara xx
Posted by Barbara | June 22, 2008 11:57 PM
Posted on June 22, 2008 23:57
Bravo Adrian! Job well done. Thanks to your perseverance I definitely feel like the tide is turning when it comes to bone marrow donation, especially when it comes to our younger population. I can see in the near future blood marrow donation being as common as giving blood. Let's hear it for saving lives. Continue to keep your mind positive and please let us know in your next blog how you are feeling.
Brilliant!!
Michael
Peoria, AZ USA
Posted by michael celiberti | June 22, 2008 11:59 PM
Posted on June 22, 2008 23:59
Amazing!!!!!!!!
If there is still anyone left out there who thinks that one person cannot make a difference in this world, may I present Adrian Sudbury!
Phenomenal, simply outstanding work Adrian! The sound you hear is the thundering applause from your fans around the world, your friends and your family, who must be bursting with pride about now!
Well done!!!
Beth
USA
Posted by Beth | June 23, 2008 12:04 AM
Posted on June 23, 2008 00:04
Dear Adrian,
Great news about the campaign and the clinic. Glad to hear that you have rallied somewhat. Although it must have been difficult moving back to your parents house at least they can be there for you. I haven't posted on here before but wanted to thank you for being so inspiring and for putting my life into perspective. If my son grows up to be half as wonderful as you,I will be very proud.
Wishing you all the best with everything.
Posted by Grace | June 23, 2008 12:06 AM
Posted on June 23, 2008 00:06
Fantastic! You have done sooooooo much more than any of us could have done.
Thank you for doing what you do, the person you are and sharing all of this with us.
Ingrid,
Netherlands Antilles
Posted by Ingrid | June 23, 2008 12:25 AM
Posted on June 23, 2008 00:25
Hi Adrian, I have emailed Shona McIssacs, MP for North Lincolnshire xxx
Posted by Jan | June 23, 2008 12:46 AM
Posted on June 23, 2008 00:46
Sent to Michael Ancram. MP for Devizes.
You still have the energy to write your blog. Sounds like more energy than I have, but then I am an old grumpy. Retirement has given me the time to READ READ READ......only 4 books a week and newspapers.
My father would have been 110 today so I will go to the rememberance garden for him. A man so full of fun and music and art and yet an Engineer.
I wont go on cos I I tired and cant think. Grey matter is a bit fuzzy.
love to you oh brave one
Jane-Mary. Wiltshire
Posted by jane-mary | June 23, 2008 1:16 AM
Posted on June 23, 2008 01:16
I have emailed Alan Reid MP for Argyll & Bute. I am also starting to hassle the Scottish Parliament to see what can be done in Scottish Schools. Hope today has gone better and you are feeling that the hope generated by events like this are enough to make you feel better for a while.
All the best Adrian. Thoughts to you and your family.
Hugs. xxx
Posted by Rosemary T | June 23, 2008 1:37 AM
Posted on June 23, 2008 01:37
You are an inspiration to us all! Wishing you all the luck on your campaign, you are an amazing brave person.
Posted by R | June 23, 2008 1:46 AM
Posted on June 23, 2008 01:46
WooHoo!
Congratulations! That's amazing!
Posted by Baldylocks | June 23, 2008 2:10 AM
Posted on June 23, 2008 02:10
Hi Adrian- wow, one man can move mountains! Good on you mate! I hope the physical symptoms all settle down and give you a break! My brother looked like alternatively Davros from Dr Who and the Marshmallow Man from Ghostbusters during his treatment. I was his donor and as soon as I have finished having babies I will put myself on the donor list here in Australia. It didn't hurt, it was a minor inconvenience compared to what you are doing for someone else and what that someone else has to go through. Although my husband had to administer my daily jabs of the GCSF which was interesting: he found that thinking of me as a roast lamb that he was seasoning helped.
It is so good that you have raised such a huge awareness, and all around the world too! I expect a knighthood would be in order next? ;)I'll keep my fingers crossed!!
Amanda- Oz :)
Posted by Amanda OZ | June 23, 2008 2:40 AM
Posted on June 23, 2008 02:40
That's really awesome Adrian. Will get on with an email to my MP asap! Hope you're doing OK (must be v proud of yourself anyway!) Jane x
Posted by Jane Robertson | June 23, 2008 2:46 AM
Posted on June 23, 2008 02:46
Adrian, I think of you often and am so glad to hear how well the campaign is going. I hope someday I will be able to help someone with a bone marrow donation. I pray you are getting better from the desatinib episode. That sounded so dreadful. You are in my prayers. God Bless you.
Posted by Rhonda Thompson | June 23, 2008 3:23 AM
Posted on June 23, 2008 03:23
I have also emailed my MP, Paul Farrelly, asking him to read the blog, and attend the event
Posted by Debbie M | June 23, 2008 4:29 AM
Posted on June 23, 2008 04:29
Wow. What an achievement. What an inspiration you are to everyone as to what can be achieved with passion, drive and focus. Not to mention sheer hard work.
Keep going Adrian.You and your family must be so proud.Take peace from it and take reassurance that your work will go on for generations.
Celebrate with a beer! ( or maybe more than one)
Posted by Gill | June 23, 2008 6:09 AM
Posted on June 23, 2008 06:09
I have emailed Alan Keen MP for Feltham and Heston
Posted by Vicky | June 23, 2008 6:23 AM
Posted on June 23, 2008 06:23
My goodness Adrian you have done it again. I don't know how you have managed this coup, but well done.
I have just emailed my MP, Geoffrey Robinson(I have never written to an MP before!) and asked him to attend the clinic, to add his support to the campaign.
I wonder if the press will be there to see this first ever event.
I hope you had a restful night. Stay strong and know that we are all with you and willing you to be well.
Bless you
Ree
Posted by Ree | June 23, 2008 6:34 AM
Posted on June 23, 2008 06:34
I have emailed Tim Boswell MP for Daventry asking him to lend his support. What a fantastic event, and I know all of us out here will do all we can to help. You have achieved so much Adrian....what a legend! Hope you had a good weekend, keep strong, we are all behind you...
Love to you and yours
Nickx
Posted by Nicki | June 23, 2008 7:27 AM
Posted on June 23, 2008 07:27
excellent Adrian, good luck to you all!!!
I'm going to get writing to my MP/MSP and councillors too, and the head of education too.
As always hugs to you dear lad, God bless you and the family
Posted by Kay | June 23, 2008 7:33 AM
Posted on June 23, 2008 07:33
Have emailed Halton MP Derek Twigg :)
Keep up the great work Suds!
Lots of love, Hels xXx
Posted by Hels | June 23, 2008 7:44 AM
Posted on June 23, 2008 07:44
Hi Adrian
Just emailed Peter Lilley, MP for Hitchin and Harpenden, to inform him of the Clinic and asked him to read your blog.
Definitely a Blaze of Glory Adrian!
Hope you had a comfortable night.
Love Sally x
Posted by Sally | June 23, 2008 8:01 AM
Posted on June 23, 2008 08:01
Morning Adrian
Unfortunately I can't email any MPs as we now live in France but I did sign the first petition online.
Out here in France No British person can give blood if you were born before I think 1984!
Andy and I supported Matt with WBC while he was going through his treatment.
You take care.
Stay strong.
Love Jackie
Posted by Jackie Woodley | June 23, 2008 8:19 AM
Posted on June 23, 2008 08:19
Hi Adrian.
I've emailed Clive Efford - MP for Eltham and have asked him to lend his support.
Have a nice day.
x
Posted by Trac | June 23, 2008 9:03 AM
Posted on June 23, 2008 09:03
Have e-mailed Alan Meale - MP for Mansfield. Also tried threats of extreme violence if he doesn't go!
Sending love to you, Carrie, your parents, your family and friends - as ever
Yvette Price-Mear
xxxx
Posted by Yvette Price-Mear | June 23, 2008 9:14 AM
Posted on June 23, 2008 09:14
Hello EXTRA SPECIAL PERSON we have sent an email to Rushcliffe MP Ken Clarke so hopefully he will support the meeting. You continue to amaze us ...lots of hugs and kisses The Great Bagso and Aunty Lucy xxx
Posted by Lucy Bagley | June 23, 2008 9:19 AM
Posted on June 23, 2008 09:19
Dear Adrian
Ian Wright MP for Hartlepool has been emailed and I will follow this up with a letter .
As someone presently in remission ( AML ) I salute you. Respect not only for your efforts but your honesty .
Love Dan
Posted by Dan | June 23, 2008 9:37 AM
Posted on June 23, 2008 09:37
Hi Adrian
Fantastic! Fantastic! Fantastic!
My MP Sir George Young is already behind this and has offered to help me launch the clinic I am planning in Berkshire with Anthony Nolan. Lots of other key people on my list.
Well done!!
Alisonx
Posted by Alison | June 23, 2008 9:37 AM
Posted on June 23, 2008 09:37
hi contacted Gary Streeter MP for Devon South West i hope he supports this great event well done adrian xxx
Posted by pamela | June 23, 2008 10:05 AM
Posted on June 23, 2008 10:05
I stand up and salute you Adrain....xxx
Jo
xxx
Posted by jo | June 23, 2008 10:18 AM
Posted on June 23, 2008 10:18
Hello Adrian,
Brilliant , brilliant news this morning! It has been a pleasure to do something useful for you today and I have e-mailed my MP Ann Keen, Brentford and Isleworth.
Fellow blog readers - I'm sure that between us we must be able to e-mail every single MP in the country about this event. Are you up for the challenge?
Have a happy day Adrian. I told my MP that you were worth rearranging her diary for and she really shouldn't miss out.
As always, love and peace,
Sara
Posted by Sara Bagnall | June 23, 2008 10:27 AM
Posted on June 23, 2008 10:27
Flippin heck Adrian, talk about getting things shifting....cant think of words to say what I want to (most unusual for me!!).
Hope you are doing OK in yourself, sending a hug xx
PS here is the list of MPs in case anyone wants it:
http://www.parliament.uk/directories/hciolists/alms.cfm
Posted by Cheryl Thompson | June 23, 2008 10:33 AM
Posted on June 23, 2008 10:33
Hi Adrian
I've just emailed Jeremy Hunt, MP for South West Surrey.
I haven't written before but, like everyone else, I've been following your blog for some time and I think what you're doing is absolutely fantastic. Well done!
Posted by Carolyn | June 23, 2008 10:35 AM
Posted on June 23, 2008 10:35
hi
emailed richard ottaway croydon south
what a great achievement !!
keep strong
jane xxx
Posted by jane bailey | June 23, 2008 11:00 AM
Posted on June 23, 2008 11:00
Absolutely AMAZING.
Much, much respect.
Stu
Posted by Stu | June 23, 2008 11:13 AM
Posted on June 23, 2008 11:13
My MP is now the Mayor of London - so have e-mailed the details of your blog to Boris and urged him to support your campaign.
Posted by Katherine | June 23, 2008 11:17 AM
Posted on June 23, 2008 11:17
Morning, Adrian!
Fantastic news. It's a veritable revolution!
Have emailed Jeremy Wright, MP for Rugby and Kenilworth.
Love, Amanda
Posted by Amanda | June 23, 2008 11:21 AM
Posted on June 23, 2008 11:21
Have emailed Chris Chope, MP for Christchurch.
Love Anne x
Posted by Anne | June 23, 2008 11:34 AM
Posted on June 23, 2008 11:34
Just sent an email to our dear Charlotte Atkins (MP for Staffordshire Moorlands).
Thanks to Cheryl Thompson for the list!
And good luck to you, Adrian!
Posted by Alexandra | June 23, 2008 11:36 AM
Posted on June 23, 2008 11:36
Hi Adrian
I have just emailed my MP and asked to go along to the event.
India
Posted by India | June 23, 2008 11:43 AM
Posted on June 23, 2008 11:43
Thanks Cheryl for the list of MP's.
Have emailed Micjael Jack, MP for the Fylde. Message said 'this has been forward to the relevant reipient' - hope that him!
Posted by Gill | June 23, 2008 11:49 AM
Posted on June 23, 2008 11:49
Fantastic news- congratulations on all of the work that you've done! I hope that it gets a huge pile of coverage.
Posted by Jen | June 23, 2008 12:15 PM
Posted on June 23, 2008 12:15
Hi Adrian
What an awesome young man you are. You write your blog with such honesty, bravery and humour, your talent as a communicator leaves me feeling that I know you but unfortunately I don't. However I do know your dad, I spent most of my teaching career as a colleague of either your dad or your grandad. I now work with your old headteacher Ian Fraser at Ashfield School,incidently he is retiring at the end of term.
Just under 4 years ago my husband was lucky enough to receive a kidney transplant, he is now in excellent health working and partying almost up to your standards. You will be very pleased to hear that each year since his transplant he does give a talk to a group of sixth formers about his illness and the importance of organ donation I can assure you that next years talk will involve an informed mention of bone marrow donation because of your blog.
You have touched my life as you have thousands of others, the latest news about the campaign is brilliant.
With much love to you and your family
Jackie xx
Posted by Jackie Evans | June 23, 2008 12:19 PM
Posted on June 23, 2008 12:19
Consider it done pal. I've emailed all 6 of our Sheffield MPs, including Mr Clegg and Mr Blunkett. Let's hope they in particular will lend their support to a fellow Sheffield-er in need.
Keep fighting matey, this is getting massive! Good work!!!!
Posted by Clare | June 23, 2008 12:31 PM
Posted on June 23, 2008 12:31
Wow...impressive...well done you! :o)
Posted by gemmak | June 23, 2008 12:32 PM
Posted on June 23, 2008 12:32
p.s. I have emailed Jonathan Djanogly, MP, to ask that he attend.
Oh...and I posted your campaign on my blog, I don't suppose it will help much but anything is worth a try! ;o)
Posted by gemmak | June 23, 2008 12:51 PM
Posted on June 23, 2008 12:51
Hi Adrian,
Have emailed my MP, Charlotte Atkins for Staffordshire Moorlands.
Keep on trucking.
Much love and good energies as always,
Julia xx
Posted by Julia | June 23, 2008 12:52 PM
Posted on June 23, 2008 12:52
You are incredible, Adrian! :) This is absolutely phenomenal...
love and light
Annie
Posted by Annie | June 23, 2008 1:10 PM
Posted on June 23, 2008 13:10
I contacted Dennis Skinner(MP for Bolsover) this morning. 10 minutes later the phone rang, and I was staggered to hear that it was Dennis himself.
He fully supports what Adrian is doing and was already very aware of the campaign, having seen Adrian on a number of news reports. He will be there on Weds.and intends to write to the Secretary Of State for Education.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who has taken the time to post comments on the Blog. Not only have they been a tremendous comfort to Adrian, they have also helped Kay and I enormously, through some difficult times.
Please contact your MP.
Thank you
Keith - Adrian's Dad
Posted by KEITH SUDBURY | June 23, 2008 1:12 PM
Posted on June 23, 2008 13:12
Well done Adrian, fantastic news!
In years to come thousands of people will owe their lives to you! Youer a real inspiration!
Hope your feeling well!
Meadhbh
Ireland
Posted by meadhbh | June 23, 2008 1:17 PM
Posted on June 23, 2008 13:17
Hi Adrian,
Just emailed Bridget Prentice, MP for East Lewisham, regarding this event. I am sure it will be well attended!
This is great news for your campaign!
With love and hugs and a big old cheer for you and your amazing work.
Kate xxxxx
Posted by Kate | June 23, 2008 1:19 PM
Posted on June 23, 2008 13:19
Dear Adrian
I have urged Lynne Featherstone, MP for Wood Green & Hornsey, to attend and to spread the word.
You are a star!
Warmest regards
Jane Powers, London
Posted by Jane Powers | June 23, 2008 1:20 PM
Posted on June 23, 2008 13:20
Dear Adrian
As a follow up to emailing my local MP , Ian Wright ( Hartlepool ) I decided to ring his local office.
It has delighted me ,and I hope you and your supporters can see it as a tribute to all your efforts ,that as soon as I mentioned your name his office could tell me what your campaign was about .
Respect Dan
Posted by Dan | June 23, 2008 1:24 PM
Posted on June 23, 2008 13:24
Hi Adrian,
I've emailed Helen Goodman, MP for Bishop Auckland. She better turn up!!! I am also speaking to the marketing dept at the University where i work as we already have a campaign to get staff and students onto the organ doner register - promoting joining the bone marrow register as well seems to compliment the aims of the campaign perfectly.
Hope you are feeling ok - take care x x x
Posted by sarah blenkinsop | June 23, 2008 1:44 PM
Posted on June 23, 2008 13:44
Hi Adrian,
Once again I find myself in awe of your achievements. I am proud to now be on the register and I have emailed my MP Rosie Winterton to ask her to attend.
You are a fantastic person. All power to you. Loads of love and best wishes to you and all your family.
TinaXXXXXXXXXX
Posted by Tina | June 23, 2008 1:51 PM
Posted on June 23, 2008 13:51
i emailed dianne abbot (labor, hackney) and damian green (conservative, kent) even though i don't live in either constituency any more.
lorraine in algeria
Posted by lorraine | June 23, 2008 1:53 PM
Posted on June 23, 2008 13:53
I've emailed Andrew Pelling of Croydon. Awaiting reply.
Posted by Anonymous | June 23, 2008 1:59 PM
Posted on June 23, 2008 13:59
Hi, Adrian.
I'm contacting Meg Munn, the Sheffield MP who, much like yourself, came to visit our journalism students here at college. Unlike you, she didn't have a great hat.
Sending you our congratulations on an excellent media presence and very best wishes.
Take care,
Jan Winter
Posted by Jan Winter | June 23, 2008 2:00 PM
Posted on June 23, 2008 14:00
Have you ever read "The Five People You Meet in Heaven" (Mitch Albom)?? It's an incredibly touching short read... (short summary below)
Eddie is a grizzled war veteran who feels trapped in a meaningless life of fixing rides at a seaside amusement park. Eddie has changed, from optimistic youth to embittered old age. His days are a dull routine of work, loneliness, and regret.
Then, on his 83rd birthday, Eddie dies in a tragic accident, trying to save a little girl from a falling cart. With his final breath, he feels two small hands in his -- and then nothing. He awakens in the afterlife, where he learns that heaven is not a lush Garden of Eden, but a place where your earthly life is explained to you by five people who were in it. These people may have been loved ones or distant strangers. Yet each of them changed your path forever.
One by one, Eddie's five people illuminate the unseen connections of his earthly life. As the story builds, Eddie desperately seeks redemption in the still-unknown last act of his life: Was it a heroic success or a devastating failure? The answer, which comes from the most unlikely of sources, is as inspirational as a glimpse of heaven itself.
AN EXCELLENT BOOK Adrian - The reason I bring it up is that you have made such an impact through your blog and your campaign that if there's any truth to the "5 people" theory I am certain that you will be one of the 5 that many many many people meet on their journey. You have touched and changed so many lives Adrian. You should be proud!
I feel honoured to have stumbled across your blog and "met" you in this way. Your friends are lucky indeed.
Lots of love and tight hugs from Trinidad
xoxox
tash
(ps - if you think you'd be up for a quick read send me your address and I'll have it sent to you tomorrow. No worries if you don't think you have the energy xxx)
Posted by Tash | June 23, 2008 2:03 PM
Posted on June 23, 2008 14:03
Great stuff 'Sudders'
I'm getting onto Joan Humble my MP and having a good 'ole rant, then she'll sign up for one of the petitions at the H. of P.
God bless to you and your family.
Hold together...
Luv (as always)
Lynda xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Posted by Lynda Hebblethwaite | June 23, 2008 2:11 PM
Posted on June 23, 2008 14:11
I've just emailed David Taylor - Labour MP for North West Leicestershire - along with help from your Aunt I think we'll hopefully get his support!
All the best Adrian
Laura xx
Posted by Laura Best | June 23, 2008 2:24 PM
Posted on June 23, 2008 14:24
Wow!! Just to let you know I've emailed Andrew Mitchell MP and Shadow International Sec. I have asked him to get the whole of the shadow cabinet along!!
Our thoughts and much love as always
Hilary, Rod & James. XXXX
Posted by Hilary | June 23, 2008 2:30 PM
Posted on June 23, 2008 14:30
Cheryl Thompson in her comments has given a web page adddress that lists all MPs. I have started contacting all those with an e.mail add.telling them they must take part in the clinic at Westminster. After all you have done, Adrian, it's worth taking up the time to do this.
If lots of fellow bloggers do this surely they can't ignore us or you.
Hope you're not feeling too bad today.
WELL DONE YOUNG MAN!!!!!!!!!
Lots of hugs and peace.
Chris.M
Posted by Chris.M | June 23, 2008 2:35 PM
Posted on June 23, 2008 14:35
Have emailed John Redwood, MP for Wokingham. Live long and prosper!
Posted by Tony Dolton | June 23, 2008 2:50 PM
Posted on June 23, 2008 14:50
Hi Adrian,
I've been reading your blog for a while now and have never failed to be moved by your determination, bravery, compassion for others and your ability to make the rest of us think a little more about the things we can do to help those who are unfortunate enough to need bone marrow and blood donations.
I respect and admire you for all you have done and for all you continue to do in spite of the seriousness of your illness. As a child I lost one of my best friends to Lukaemia and I lost my beloved Dad last year to cancer. I thank you on their behalf for making your voice heard and for bringing this campaign to the forefront of British politics. It is an amazing achievement and will prove to be a long lasting legacy that will benefit many people in the future. You are an inspiration Mr. Sudbury.
I hope that you are having a good day today and that the messages of support and love of your family and friends are helping keep your spirits up.
I have emailed my MP Rosie Cooper (West Lancs) to ask her to attend and support the event to be held in Westminster on Wednesday.
With love and best wishes, Caroline x
Posted by Caroline | June 23, 2008 3:19 PM
Posted on June 23, 2008 15:19
Hi again Adrian,
Just had an email from Bridget Prentice's office - MP for Lewisham - who is going to do her best to attend. I have also emailed the London Paper, Evening Standard and The Metro to ask them to cover the story.
It's lovely to feel like we're able to help you in this way Adrian.
Kate xxx
Posted by Kate | June 23, 2008 3:42 PM
Posted on June 23, 2008 15:42
By the way, for all of you in the USA or anywhere outside of the UK -- makes no difference where we live -- we are still able to email the MP's. I just picked 20 of them at random and sent emails letting them know to look at the blog and to donate on Wednesday.
Posted by Lacey | June 23, 2008 4:55 PM
Posted on June 23, 2008 16:55
Hello again, Adrian!
Just got an email from Charlotte Atkins (MP for Staffordshire Moorlands).
Unfortunately, for personal reasons, she cannot attend the clinic, but says this:
"I do support the campaign particularly as I sit on the
prestigious Health Select Committee. You are right Adrian has a great
blog. I do hope that his efforts are well rewarded."
Posted by Alexandra | June 23, 2008 5:01 PM
Posted on June 23, 2008 17:01
i promised myself i wasn't going to be so sarcastic in my next comment, but i read "Jubilee Room" as "Jublee Room". and then i couldn't read the post.
Posted by Yolanda | June 23, 2008 5:42 PM
Posted on June 23, 2008 17:42
Adrian
I just juat wanted to leave a quick post. You should be very proud of yourself (I know I am in a strange way even though I dont know you) One person can make a difference and you are proving that so well done. I am a staff nurse and have worked on childrens intensive care for the past 7 years, One of our units looks after children with cancer and I have seen the highs and the lowest of lows that people with cancer have to go through. You are an amazing young man and you have made a differencs to so many people fighting this cruel illness. I hoipe you are feeling well at the moment keep fighting you are always in my thoughts (wasnt such a short post after all!!!!). I am off to research bone marrow donation now
Posted by Sarah Berry | June 23, 2008 5:53 PM
Posted on June 23, 2008 17:53
Hi Adrian
I hope you get lots of support.
I have just e-mailed Mrs Cheryl Gillan, M.P. for Chesham and Amersham for your support.
If she is unable to help on Wednesday, then maybe she can at a donor session in Amersham on Thursday 3rd July.
http://www.amersham.org.uk/forum/ipb/index.php?showtopic=1710
With love and best wishes at all times. Take care.
Love Rachel x
Posted by Rachel Peck | June 23, 2008 6:03 PM
Posted on June 23, 2008 18:03
This is fantastic! WAY TO GO ADRIAN!!
Posted by Caitlin Magee | June 23, 2008 6:10 PM
Posted on June 23, 2008 18:10