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Last night was a real “pinch me” moment.
It gave me time to reflect on where I am in life and reminded me that nothing comes without a clear goal, vision and, ultimately, putting the work in.

I never could have imagined, when I joined the Sea Cadets as a 12-year-old, just how much it would change my life. The opportunities to learn, get involved and develop skills you simply don’t get in school helped channel my rebellious, adventurous side into problem-solving, resilience and purpose.

Although I didn’t join the forces, I quickly saw the value of what I’d learned when I went to university. I even landed an incredible summer job as a sailing instructor in the USA at Camp Silver Beach, on the Chesapeake Bay.

The proactivity, discipline and respect nurtured through the Sea Cadets were fundamental to what I’ve achieved academically and opened my mind to living life with purpose and taking action — leading to experiences I could only have dreamed of.

20 years after I first walked through those doors, I’ve come full circle. I’m now an adult volunteer and Marine Sergeant, giving back to the next generation in what I genuinely believe is the best Sea Cadet unit in the country. 🇬🇧⚓️

And last night, our achievements were recognised with The King’s Award for Voluntary Service (KAVS) — the highest honour for local volunteer groups in the UK, equivalent to an MBE — alongside The Canada Trophy, awarded to the Sea Cadet unit with the highest standard of all-round efficiency in the country, as well as the Stephenson Trophy and McBeath Trophy for performance.

These awards belong to our cadets, their families, volunteers and sponsors. Behind every trophy are countless hours of hard work, teamwork and belief in what young people can achieve. I’m only one small part of the team, but incredibly fortunate to be surrounded by great leaders with the ambition and vision to succeed.

The Sea Cadets changed my life.

Now I get the privilege of helping change theirs. ⚓️❤️
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Birthday reminder that you’re never too old for a girls day🎂🌸🎈💐🌞🌷
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