Had the amazing news on Saturday that I had been selected for the Paralympic team. I was sworn to secrecy until Wednesday when it was officially announced and had a crazy morning of photos and interviews. It took a while for it to sink in, but after you have been asked about 20 times, “so how does it feel to be representing your country at the Paralympics and in front of a home crowd” it certainly becomes reality.
My phone has not stopped buzzing with texts, e- mails and calls, which I really appreciate, but i’m glad to have escaped from Weymouth and disappear on the Volvo dealership tour for a couple of days. I am seeing my parents tonight and planning to spend the day with them tomorrow, as looking at my training programme I don’t know when I will get the next opportunity.
I feel so proud to be part of team GB and to represent my country at a home Games will be something really special!

Got my new car yesterday. Easy to find in the car park!