Do more than just remember on Remembrance Sunday!

Today is Remembrance Sunday.  It is a day when we take stock of how lucky we are to live in a democratic society that is free because of the dedication and commitment of our armed forces.  Today we take time to remember those we have lost and those who fought for us – let us not forget their commitment and determination to make this country what it is today.

So with that thought in mind it is a different kind of blog I write today.  Two friends of mine, Jean and Ken Rush are very generous people who are looking to donate to a good cause.  So my blog will tell you how you can buy a perfect Christmas present and give to a good cause at the same time.

Please do mention ‘Jasmine Storm’ when you order so that they know where you saw the advert.  Many thanks to all of you who are going to buy a print and help such a worthy cause.

Here is a word from Jean and Ken:

'Some of you already know about Ken's meeting with Dame Vera Lynn in May, when he presented her with a signed print of his painting "We Meet Again" in celebration of the 70th anniversary of VE Day and the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Britain.  The painting is based on a photograph which Ken took five years ago when he was invited to the 70th anniversary Battle of Britain celebrations, and Dame Vera and the remaining Battle of Britain veterans lined up in front of a Spitfire on Horse Guards Parade.  Ken is an Associate of the Guild of Aviation Artists.

There is a limited edition of signed prints available for £100 each including postage and packing, of which £25 will go to Dame Vera Lynn's children's charity.  The offer is on the charity website: dvlcc.org.uk.

This England magazine published an article about Ken in the autumn but we would like everyone to have the opportunity to buy a print, which would make a wonderful Christmas present in this anniversary year.  Three of the veterans in the painting were seen on TV during the anniversary week in May, still full of life.  We hope we can raise a lot of money for Dame Vera's charity as a further tribute to them.’

Anyone interested can contact Ken via his email rush.k@sky.com.