THANK YOUS

My Bambinos – I cannot really remember life before them! They are my entire world. Emotionally mature and loving way beyond their years, showing me unconditional love and support with whatever crazy idea I embark on next! They teach me lessons every day with their love, laughter, positivity, and happiness. The friendship and protection that they share as brother and sister are all I could ever have wished for, and the strength and bond we have is unbreakable. Thank you for always believing in me, as I do – and always will – in you. I hope I have taught you to think outside the box and follow your heart and your dreams always. You both are the best thing that could ever have happened to me and I am immensely proud and continuously amazed by you. I know things will change as you grow and go on your own adventures over the next few years, but I am beyond excited for you for your next chapters.

My family – I feel so lucky to have to endless support, love, and unwavering dedication from my incredible parents, sister, and extended family which means more than words can ever express. It's a priceless feeling to know you belong and are truly accepted for who you are. Thank you for always being excited and interested in all my ventures and showing me the true meaning of loyalty, strength, and support.

My best friends – you know who you are and without you in my life every day I do not know how I would survive. You make me laugh hysterically until I can't breathe and force me to exercise on a daily basis. We are each other's therapy, and I hope I am as much of a support to you all as you are to me. You show love no matter what and have shown loyalty beyond my wildest dreams. Words cannot express how grateful I am to have you all in my life. I feel blessed every day.

Thank you to the wonderful Bailey Sadler (bnsvisuals.com) who is both talented and creative in his approach to his video and photographic work! He is a blessing in our lives and we are so lucky to have found him! Brilliant and professional.

Thanks to my wonderful and talented friend Catherine Dawtrey (catdphotography.co.uk) for taking some of the photos contained in this book. You’re a legend and have more photos dating back to our teenage years than anyone I know!

There are so many other people I would like to thank. People I have learnt from, people who have shown love and kindness over the years, and those who have helped in teaching me new things. The human spirit never fails to surprise and delight me and I am excited for the years ahead. New ventures, new chapters …