A SHINING STAR

Carols by Candle Light at Pelham House Care Home

As Activities Coordinator for Pelham House I can say with all honestly I have had a magical year participating in the making of dreams come true for our residents. Last night the 18th December was without a doubt one of the most touching events and it brought tears to many eyes.

Our resident Shirley Parsons, an ex choir mistress, had said many times that she would love to sing in a choir again. With the help of her family and in particular Tim Parsons who is the choir master at Holy Trinity Church Folkestone, part of the choir was brought to Pelham House for a Carols by Candle Light evening.

Shirley was first surprised when her family suddenly arrived in what seemed like a quiet evening and a very quite lounge. All four of her children, 2 sons and 2 daughters and 2 of her grandchildren had come to support her. Shirley was then donned in a choir robe and joined with the choir for the most wonderful half hour of vibrant singing. Her family joined the choir during the last carol rounding off a totally incredible evening.

A huge thanks to Holy Trinity and all those who made this possible.