Change of plan
Have you any idea how much it costs for a family trip to London in high season, especially if you plan to go by train?
It’s a lot. And we decided it wouldn’t be negated in any way by me having one evening out to go to a world class concert costing £6.
So, no trip to the Smoke and I’ll have to listen to the Proms on the radio like everyone else.
But there is a new plan (already booked) which is that T and I are going to Greenbelt this year.
This is a huge deal for me. Apart from the fact that I’ve never been and I’m sure I would enjoy it, it’s a significant milestone for me with regard to my life with T.
I had booked Greenbelt tickets the year he was 2, more or less the same time as we received T’s autism diagnosis. As the summer went on it became horribly obvious that it just was not going to work, so we didn’t go. But I promised myself that one day when he was older and better able to cope with places and people, we would get there. And this is the year 
It certainly won’t be straightforward, but I have a kind friend coming along as helper/carer and the Greenbelt folks seem pretty switched on about helping people with special needs.
Jasmine Said,
July 23, 2008 @ 4:56 am
This is the thing! I’m now doing things out and about with J that I never believed would be possible. With ASD some things get easier and some get harder. But when you achieve these things and your child does too it’s such a special moment. It’s SO good to be back out in the world doing the things other parents do. I really hope this will be fun for you. I have a feeling you will make it fun and enjoy yourself regardless! Enjoy!
CarerQuie Said,
July 23, 2008 @ 5:39 am
Wow,enjoy!!
It’s years since I’ve been to Greenbelt.The prices have really shot up.Not sure I could afford it if we all went.xx
Dave Warnock Said,
July 23, 2008 @ 8:55 pm
Hi,
We will be at Greenbelt with a group of about 20, if you fancy a cuppa then give me a call (I think you already have my mobile number, if not then email me and I’ll pass it on).
Sure you will have a good time there.
Dave
Twinkle Said,
July 24, 2008 @ 2:19 pm
BK, have you read about the Family Rail card offer? It costs £12 to buy at the moment if you put in the following code: DAILYM12.
It will save 1/3rd on adult fares and 60% on childrens.
The offer is only open until 31st July, so hurry up!!!
busyknitter Said,
July 24, 2008 @ 5:05 pm
Thanks Twinkle, but we’ve already got a railcard