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NANDOS LIVINGSTON

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 19:30:31 GMT

A BIG THANK YOU TO NANDOS WHO ARE GIVING ALL WEARERS OF BOSOM BUDS OF SCOTLAND PIN BADGES 10% DISCOUNT ON THEIR MEALS.

We held a very successful quiz night in Nandos recently, thanks to all who attended. £343.43 raised on the night.

Walk on fire for Bosom Buds of Scotland!

Thu, 20 Jan 2011 21:14:49 GMT

Bosom Buds of Scotland has announced its latest challenge... Raising money by walking on fire!

The ritual of Firewalking dates back before many religions, and has been practiced throughout time by tribes and

ancient cultures across the planet. The most well-documented users of the practice include Native American tribes,

Tibetan monks and African tribes.The ritual of Firewalking dates back before many religions, and has been practiced throughout time by tribes and

^{Picture by permission of Sundoor International Firewalking Schoo}^l

The ritual of Firewalking dates back before many religions, and has been practiced throughout time by tribes and ancient cultures across the planet. The most well-documented users of the practice include Native American tribes, Tibetan monks and African tribes.

The short-term effects of Firewalking include; Deep healing through the magic of the fire; Overcoming fears and limiting beliefs; The energy to live in the now, and start creating the life you desire today; Awakening the power to manifest your dreams; A greater connection with the Earth and her elements; Expanding your current level of awareness; Celebrating a very special night, in a circle of equally empowered fellow journeyers

The long-term results include; Gaining a greater and clearer sense of purpose; The ability to channel the power of the experience into other areas of your life ; Stepping into a powerful lineage of ancient medicine; Enjoying lasting friendships forged through the powerful and life-changing Firewalk experience; A memory you will never forget!

The firewalk will take place at Lendrick Lodge (http://www.lendricklodge.com/), a holistic retreat in Central Scotland, nestled amongst thousands of acres of wild Scottish woodlands and sitting at the foot of Ben Ledi.

foothills of the Highlands

Sound intriguing? Registration is £70 covering your tuition, firewalk, dinner and supper on the night, and minimum sponsorship is £50. For more information or a registration form please email mags@bosombudsofscotland.org.

Christmas Tree

Sun, 02 Jan 2011 12:29:34 GMT

We hope you have all had a chance to see the Christmas decorations at The Centre, Livingston, which have been dedicated to Bosom Buds of Scotland. All monies received in the fantastic handbags will go to St John's Oncology.

A big thank you to everyone at The Centre for raising a magnificent £1,169.56. We are thrilled with this amount.

Wishing you all a happy and healthy new year!

Miss West Lothian announced!

Wed, 15 Dec 2010 16:31:54 GMT

Metja Bowes, from Armadale,is the new Miss West Lothian. She was crowned at the Grand Final in The Club, Broxburn, on Wednesday evening, 8th December.

Runner-up was Catherine Dwyer and third placed was Susan Sives.
The event raised £1,878 for Bosom Buds. Well done to everyone involved.

Thank you very much to Eddie and his team and also The Club Broxburn. The raffle was also a big success thanks to the wonderful prizes. The Rangers strip also made a fabulous £180.

Prizes were donated by: The Centre Livingston, The Hilcoft Hotel Whitburn, Cotswold at the Centre,Nando's Livingston and Barclays Diamonds Livingston.

The weather was at its worst so thank you to everyone who braved the elements.

Car Boot Sale, Linlithgow Fire Station

Tue, 09 Nov 2010 14:36:29 GMT

Despite the cold weather we raised £284 through car booters, tea coffee, cake and a tombola. Thank you to all concerned with a special thanks to Derek, Andrew and Dave.

A huge Thank You! Livingston Shopping Centre Abseil

Wed, 03 Nov 2010 16:01:35 GMT

The Bosom Buds of Scotland Abseil was a huge success at The Centre Livingston.
Thank you to everyone who helped make the day great.

Jim of M & S Scaffolding who erected the scaffolding free of charge, very generous, thank you. Tel. no. 01294 835164.
The guys at www.wilderness4adventure.co.uk who were very persuasive at getting even the most terrified over the edge.
Greg the very shy, D.J. who was fantastic at keeping everyone going and creating a fun atmosphere. www.gregsummers.co.uk
Rhoddy and Beccy of www.xpressphoto.co.uk who captured every moment of the day.
Cotswold who provided the goodie bags which were a very welcome addition to the day. www.cotswoldoutdoor.com

A special thank you to Jennifer Bruce, Hazel Mackie and Lynsey Ward at The Centre Livingston without whom it would not have happened. Last and not least thank you to all participants, you were all very brave and have raised a fantastic amount.

The total amount raised will be posted as soon as we have all sponsorship money collected. We could make £9,000 from the abseil so just a gentle reminder to anyone still to send in their sponsorship money.

Great Scottish Run 2010

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 16:07:24 GMT

Thank you very much to staff from Burness LLP's glasgow office for taking part in The Great Scottish Run 2010.
The team included Fiona McAlister, David Pike, Stuart Arthur, Graeme Palmer and Paul Coyle who collectively raised more than £500 for the Bosom Buds!

A big thank you to all concerned!

Take a fall for Bosom Buds!

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 19:48:26 GMT

Bosom Buds of Scotland has made the headlines lately with the launch of their newest event - the 70ft abseil from the roof of the The Centre in Livingston. Read up on some of the comments and check out our events page for more info on the abseil!

The Scotsman, 13 July 2010
BRAVE volunteers are being asked to put themselves forward for a charity abseil to raise money for cancer charity Bosom Buds. [read more]

Linlithgow Gazette, 13 July 2010
DAREDEVILS willing to risk all for charity should sign up for an abseil for Linlithgow fundraisers Bosom Buds of Scotland. [read more]