I met Enid
I met Enid
I came across this site purely by chance,and thought ,possibly,some posters may be interested in my story.I am now 67,and years ago,I lived in Westminster,London..and almost LIVED in the local library !I was an avid reader of all books,but my favourite was Enid Blyton,and its safe to say,I was given most of her albums etc as either Christmas or birthday gifts.One day,I was excited to be told I had been chosen as one of two children to be guests at a Christmas party given by Enid.A girl and a boy were each selected from local London libraries. Being very young,(about 9)..I cant remember exactly WHERE the party was held..but,I DO recall having great fun at it! Everything was provided to ensure kids enjoyed the event..food,soft drinks,games,entertainment etc..with the highlight being the entrance of the great lady herself.Every child was introduced to her and each of us received a copy of her then latest album,which she signed individually.How I wish I had kept it! I have no idea what became of it during the following years...but the memory of that day,has always remained with me.
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That's a great story.
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Welcome, VeeeB. How exciting that you actually met Enid Blyton!
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Welcome to the forums, VeeeB. You'll find much to enjoy on the website!
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Welcome to the forums, Veeeb. What a lovely story, and a wonderful memory to keep. You are very lucky to have met the great lady herself.
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Certainly a great memory Veeb. What a pity you didn't keep your album. Welcome to the forums.
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Welcome, VeeeB! Great to hear your story!
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Welcome, VeeeB! I'm a bit confused - what do you mean by "albums"? Are they photo albums, or do you mean "books"? In any event, you will always have that memory of meeting Enid with you.
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Thanks VeeeB and welcome to the Forums. It must have been a great experience. Lucky you!!
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How I would have loved that! What were your impressions of her? How did she appear to you?
I remember corresponding with Gillian Baverstock (her daughter) and the thrill and delight I felt. I also had the honour of meeting her as an adult and thought what a wonderfully warm lady she was
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I remember corresponding with Gillian Baverstock (her daughter) and the thrill and delight I felt. I also had the honour of meeting her as an adult and thought what a wonderfully warm lady she was
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How exciting! Welcome to the forums, Veeb.
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Incredible! I can just about imagine Enid being a perfect host for the children!
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Wow, I envy you! I would be glad if I could met my favourite author - I would really kissed her hand and thanked her for the pleasure she granted me in reading her lovely stories. The other person I would really like to meet (unfortunately she is now dead as well) is Astrid Lindgren (Pippi Longstocking etc.)
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sorry...I suppose in Enid Blyton's case..they were 'books'...but as an avid reader I received albums as gifts too.Moonraker wrote:Welcome, VeeeB! I'm a bit confused - what do you mean by "albums"? Are they photo albums, or do you mean "books"? In any event, you will always have that memory of meeting Enid with you.
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Like Nigel, I'm a bit confused about the term albums, VeeeBVeeeB wrote:sorry...I suppose in Enid Blyton's case..they were 'books'...but as an avid reader I received albums as gifts too.
What exactly do you mean by albums? 'Go down to the side-shows by the river this afternoon. I'll meet you somewhere in disguise. Bet you won't know me!' wrote Fatty.
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