It was about a year and a half ago that I met my girlfriend, Edna. I was going to visit a disabled friend who I'd met on holiday, who lived in a home in Surrey. Edna was on the same bus, also going to the same place as I was, to see a friend. We got chatting and found that we had a lot in common. Then, one evening, a friend brought her round to see me, and we gradually went to visit each other once a week. When we were able to get transport, we saw each other very regularly. It was a dream come true. We had both been trying to find someone for a very long time. Indeed, many years ago, she met me at Brent Cross Shopping Centre, but someone told her that I was married, so she didn't try to contact me. She never found out that I was separated from my wife about twelve years ago. Edna had a boyfriend before, but she lived in a home for disabled people and they didn't agree with her and her boyfriend meeting up in the home. She was under a lot of pressure, so she had to call it off.
Edna is a wonderful person. We both have got our own flats and have power-driven wheelchairs, so we can go out together. We both have a sense of humour and are very affectionate. Sometimes I can't believe it - we're so happy when we are together, but I will always be grateful for all the help Outsiders Club has given me. It is difficult to get to lunches, as Edna is unable to get into a car but, one day, if we can get special transport, I will come and see all my friends again. God bless to you all and best wishes - Michael