I first came to the UK from Nairobi, Kenya after I got married. Being married to a doctor meant we were constantly on the move. I remember crying when my husband told me he had a job offer in the North East and that we would have to leave London. I was worried because we didn't know anyone, but I couldn't have been more wrong! I had a cousin here, who I reconnected with after many years and through her we made friends and I got my first job within weeks of moving.
10 years later, we are blessed to have three wonderful children who were all delivered at the Royal Victoria Infirmary. The staff there were amazing, especially with my rather complicated twin pregnancy, and I will never forget the care and attention we received.
I still vividly remember driving over the Tyne Bridge for the first time and being taken aback at how beautiful the city is. I think the people of the North East are the friendliest in the country and I am proud to be an honorary Geordie.
I have lived in Africa, India, Australia and different parts of the UK, but Newcastle is definitely the place I call home.

Royal Victoria Infirmary, Newcastle