Hello , my fellow pioneer

Have you ever experienced that magical moment when a vision starts becoming tangible? When you can almost reach out and touch what was once just a seed of an idea?

I was part of something extraordinary last week that perfectly illustrates this journey from spark to reality. For the past year, I've had the privilege of working with Down's Syndrome Scotland on a project that began with one person's brave idea.

Garden designer Duncan Hall, inspired by his nephew Liam who has Down's Syndrome and a passion for gardening, dared to step out of his comfort zone and dream big. Along with his colleague Nick Burton, Duncan proposed something ambitious: designing a garden for the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. When they shared their vision with Down's Syndrome Scotland CEO Eddie, instead of hesitation, they got enthusiasm, buckets of it. Together, they chose to be brave.

What followed was months of dedicated design work, compelling storytelling, and sitting in front of nerve-wracking judgment panels. Their courage has paid off - not only was their garden design accepted, but they secured full funding thanks to Project Giving Back. And then they secured a site for the garden to be moved to afterwards at Watch US Grow in Palaceriggs Country Park, North Lanarkshire.

So last week, after months of quiet planning and behind-the-scenes preparation, we finally announced it to the world. Seeing the garden featured on the RHS Chelsea website and in press coverage was deeply moving. A simple idea had morphed into something visual and tangible.

This journey hits home to me that bringing a vision to life is way more than just the good idea - it needs those first brave steps, persistence, and the right people believing in the possible. I am sure this next phase of the journey will not be plain sailing, but we have something powerful to keep us going: inspiration, talent, and a supportive community.

Sometimes, being brave means taking that first step towards what seems impossible.

But here's the thing - 'impossible' looks different for each of us. What feels like a mountain to climb today might actually be completely doable with the right people around you. What's your 'impossible' dream? The one that makes your heart race a little faster when you think about it? I'd love to hear about it - hit reply and let's explore how we might turn that 'impossible' into 'I'm possible'.

For a peek at the garden take a look here.

Have a lovely and inspiring week. 

Kirsty