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I am one of many thousands of children who passed through the doors of that wonderful organisation; particularly my stay at the William Baker Technical School at Goldings, near Hertford. The training I received there laid the basis for a lifetime in printing; a medium that I have long since loved, and which has given a livelihood to myself, my wife and family. In return I hope that my continuing commitment to it - along with those of my family who are in it - will enable us to give to many more aspirants to its technical wonders both the opportunity and the pleasure of developing their skills, and at the same time hopefully secure for themselves a measure of permanence in their employment. The story of my youth is about another age, a period that many who read this book may be unable to recollect. Yet the reasons that prompted Thomas John Barnardo then to do what he could for the needy and disadvantaged are still paramount today - in some respects even moreso the application of Barnardo's people and resources is somewhat different now from those days of my youth. It covers many specialised areas: of children with special needs and learning disabilities; of families experiencing great difficulties; various youth projects aimed at normalising the lives of errant youngsters; the fostering of children with suitable parents (which they already have very long experience of) - and many, many more. It would, I feel, be appropriate here to say on behalf of all who have benefited from their diverse services over many decades: "Thank You, Barnardo's and to express the hope that any profits from the sale of this book. be they large or small, directly or indirectly, go to that organisation. If you have enjoyed reading my story and feel they are worthy of further help, perhaps you may be persuaded to help in any way you can. Reproduced by kind permission of Waveney Publishing. BARNARDO BOY a look back at seventy A worthwhile read, not just for those of us that have been there and got the tee-shirt, but for everyone that has ever lived. The author wrote this book as a way of thanking Barnardo's for his time with them, and the care and training that he received. Mike Clarke, the author, has asked that monies raised from the sale of the book are used to further the work originated by Dr. Thomas John Barnardo. Copies of the book can be obtained for a minimum payment of £15.00 this would include postage and packing. However, if you feel that you would like to add a further donation, please feel free to do so, whatever you send, only the £3.00 will be used for p&p, the residue going to Barnardo's. Please send your cheque made out to Waveney Publishing and send to Waveney Publishing 45 - 47 Stour Street, Ladywood, Birmingham, B18 7AJ please note the book is in short supply, first come first served. Thanking you in advance for your interest and purchase. Goldonian Web |
If we
look back on our lives we can find so many things for which we should be
eternally thankful. There is no doubt within my mind that the most
important thing that occurred in my teens was the finding of my relatives.
It added a dimension to my life which I have always treasured, even though
it was subsequently overtaken by my meeting with Pat and the development
of our post war lives together with our own children. Yet, I would be
sadly failing were I not here to mention Barnardo's again.