GOLDEN GIRL

Proud Parents with Nerea

On 2 July, Andy, Nerea and I went to Holyrood Palace for Nerea’s Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s Award presentation. The Duke himself was in attendance and despite being 94, was as sprightly and sharp as ever, striding about the grounds chatting to the groups of young people there. Nerea’s group ambassador, the inspirational Julie McElroy presented the certificates after the Duke moved on, speaking convincingly about her life experiences and challenges. 
Andy and I are enormously proud of our beautiful, confident and articulate daughter, and the determination, resilience and commitment she demonstrated in achieving all three levels of the award.

The Duke of Edinburgh

Julie and Nerea

With Alex at the post presentation celebratory dinner