I’ve always been one to keep an eye out for the postman (the postie as we say here). Even as a heavy user of computers, I still get excited about receiving ‘paper’ mail. Other than birthday cards, I personally don’t tend to see many handwritten letters nowadays. In today’s internet connected world, handwritten letters are always exciting, always special. However, the one I received in the first week of February 2019 was extra special, it was postmarked from North Carolina USA.
Now ….. for those around the same age as me, you might have been attracted by the article header and have remembered the famous radio show entitled “Letter from America”. This was a weekly fifteen minute speech radio series broadcast on BBC Radio 4 and across the world through the BBC World Service. Throughout its history, it was presented by Alistair Cooke, who would speak of a topical issue in the US, tying together different strands of observation and anecdote and often ending on a humorous or poignant note. The series ran from 24 March 1946 to 20 February 2004, making it the longest-running speech radio programme hosted by one individual in history! The BBC has archived many episodes on their website and you can actually now listen to these – click here if you fancy a trip back in time. For me, the memories of the programme were around the deep bond of friendship and shared values that the two great countries share, thus why the radio programme was so special and so relevant to listeners this side of the pond.
Some of you possibly thought about the Scottish duo composed of twin brothers Charlie and Craig Reid – ‘The Proclaimers’. I guess many people in North America and the Southern Hemisphere will be aware of this group who are probably more famous for their anthem song ‘I’m gonna be (500 miles)’ but their song ‘Letter from America’ was actually their most successful. I have a theory that when people from America tell me they like my quaint British accent, what they actually mean is my Scottish ‘twang’, just like ‘The Proclaimers’ who were born and raised not far from my home town of Dundee. Their singing style is with a Scottish ‘twang’ – always worth a listen (click here).
Anyway, back to the actual letter. The person who sent me the letter placed their name and address on the front of the envelope but it was not a name I recognised. However, he left a clue inside indicating a mutual connection (WEGO Health (now Health Union)). What a boost this letter gave me!
It should also be a boost for all those who read my stuff and follow me on social media because ‘Josh’ is not a Neuroendocrine Cancer patient but he made some really awesome comments which I wanted to share with you. I also wanted you to know first hand that others are being made aware of Neuroendocrine Cancer and our fight for more awareness.
In case you can’t read the handwritten words or wanted to translate, I’ve extracted below:
“Dear Ronny, I just wanted to send a quick “Hello” and “thank you” for everything you do. I’ve become familiar with your advocacy work over the past couple of years and it is hard to find the quality of content and mix of science, lifestyle and hope that you consistently show the world. It is refreshing and inspiring to say the least. I hope you realize the positive impact you have on real people. Thank you again and I look forward to your future work. Sincerely……… Josh”
……. on a similar subject, in 2021, I walked 500 miles and then I walked 500 more! Read more here on click on the picture
Even more exciting, I received a painting from America!
Read about that here or by clicking on the picture.
And in 2025, an accreditation from America!
Read about that here or by clicking on the picture.
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Ronny
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GREETINGS and Good Morning SIR RONNY AND LADY ALLAN!
Do you have a post office box you would care to share with your fan base/public? I suspect we could flood it with friendly greetings from all over the world!
The only down side I see is that 🧐 you might have to hire a personal secretary to handle the volume?
Or post with a disclaimer, not all correspondence will receive replies? 💫🤗🌠🌠🌠🌠🌠💫✨🌹⚡️
what a nice thought ……….. 🙂
Hit the nail on the head I’d say😊
Could not agree more with the letter writer as your style of writing is always interesting, witty as well as educational and informative.
Thanks Ronnie :
You are really do great work Ronny. Here’s to the 10 years! Jim Sykes (still going)
cheers y’all 🙂