The Strange Pillowcase of the People Who Do Good Deeds

My office is very close to the Francis Crick Institute, which is the starting location for our lovely Camden group. I left shortly after 6pm, and I entered the night at a gallant sprint. I ran hard, dodging commuters at a full pace, and moving my legs in a spiral of high-octane speed. Then, I turned onto Midland Road, and sprinting past the British Library, I thought I was moving faster than the car and bicycle combined. And yet – I still don’t know why – I was the last GoodGymmer there. From afar, while still moving at an eye-watering rate, I saw Camden regulars, John, Jackie, and Alex, having a natter. I almost collapsed in disbelief (and exhaustion, from all my hard sprinting).

So, I joined the natter. We caught up, and then John and Jackie headed over to our evening’s task, which is becoming a lovely, regular haunt of ours, at the American International Church on Tottenham Court Road. Alex and I soon followed, after a brief jog down Gower Street, and we reconvened at the church, where we were joined by Lici and Sarah.

Inside, we were met by the lovely, Brooke, and we were tasked to set up 16 beds for their guests that evening at the C4WS Cold Weather Shelter. Being regulars now at the church, we got to it, all of us knowing where to place the beds, and where the duvets and sheets are stored. Quickly, the rooms took shape, and while doing so, we caught up with one another and discussed our weeks and other lovely things. It was great to share the evening with you all.

Then, with the beds nicely set up, we said our goodbyes, took a quick photo on the stairs, and then we spent a few extra minutes outside on Tottenham Court Road, doing some more nattering. It was great, and I am really looking forward to the next one with you all 😊