Wow, Take a Chance did far better than I thought it would so thank you to everyone who bought it. I hope you enjoyed reading about Tom and Seb and the journey they took.

I went to Canal St regularly and met quite a few of the people who ‘worked’ there. Some so young they should have been at home doing their school work. It was sad and frustrating that these kids were in this situation and worse that a number wouldn’t accept help because they were afraid. Most had escaped a horrendous home life and didn’t want to risk the chance of being sent back home.

Some didn’t want to end up in the system so chose a life on the streets instead. As I’m writing this, the news is that up to 90% of all homeless people are now addicted to ‘legal high’ called Spice. For as little as £5 they can escape the life they have, but unfortunately, some are overdosing on it.

I’m writing this and I’ll be honest and say I’m not sure what the answer is. Some people don’t want any help and others do but some fall through the cracks and are lost. There are services available, yet there are some who won’t accept the help.

With spending cuts hitting deep, it’s up to us, who can help, to help. Food, money or time and help those that want it.

Food, money or time. Help those that want it. At the end of the day, we’re all human.

Thanks for reading and take care.

M xx