08/06/2026
Today, work took me past a hall that instantly transported me back to the early 1980s. It was where I took my ballet and tap classes, spending many hours rehearsing and performing in shows.
My late mum lovingly made every costume and dress I wore on stage, which makes these memories even more special. To this day, I still have my old tap shoes, a couple of costumes, a certificate of achievement, and lots of photographs from my ballet days.
One photo in particular is a favourite of mine. If I remember correctly, it was taken on stage at the Sherman Theatre, where I’m standing alongside Dame Edna Everage. I can’t remember why they were there, but I do remember how proud I was when the photo made it into the local newspaper!
I’m often encouraging people to let go of things they no longer need, but moments like this are a reminder that some items are far more than possessions, they’re pieces of our story. That’s why I still keep a memory box filled with treasured photos and mementoes that bring those special moments back to life.
What’s an old item you own that instantly takes you back to a happy memory?
