Kaz Aston Blog

Are you Celebrating International Ladies Day today?

2012-03-08T14:52:00.000Z

In many countries, International Women's Day is an occasion to honor and praise women for their accomplishments. Some countries even a holiday! In 2012,many organisations are inviting people to celebrate inspirational women or honoring a woman whose efforts make a difference. Many others holding charity events today.

This year the ICRC that helps co-ordinate the search for missing in connection with conflict, is calling for more action to help the mothers and wives of people who have gone missing during armed conflict.

What a fantastic day, girls & boys!

British Racing Hall of Fame Latest News

2012-02-11T19:43:00.053Z

Here with Nitro FM honouring those who built the Sport of Drag Racing and having a fab time too! Just been chatting to Dave Lee Travis about his love of Top Fuel Dragsters, what an amazing guy.Check out the Nitro FM interview on Nitro FM Face book or UTube Kazaston 1.
Also hear what the Stu Bradbury from The British Drag Racing Hall of Fame has to say about the 2012 awards on Nitro FM Face book or Utube Kazaston1
For further information about the Hall of Fame check out www.britishdragracingof.co.uk

Are you Celebrating The Diamond Jubilee?

2012-02-09T16:58:00.000Z

On Monday this week it was start of the Diamond Jubilee. This celebrates 60 years that Our Sovereign, Queen Elizabeth II, has been our Monarch.
Fellow Rotarians at the Rotary Club of London all toasted the Queen to mark this very special time and acknowledge her exemplary service to the country and Commonwealth.
After lunch we chatted about the fantastic Jubilee Celebrations that are happening all over the world during the coming months. Watch out for exciting events that you can attend in your area too.

Celebrating 38 years of Independence for Granada

2012-02-05T00:34:00.001Z

Fantastic celebration thanks thanks to Grenadian Community Groups What an amazing event Don't forget to check out Grenada and follow HE Ruth Rouse Grenada's High Commissioner an amazing lady x

Burns Night...are you're celebrating tonight?

2012-01-23T15:49:00.001Z

Just enjoyed a fab Burns event with Rotary Club of London. Wow what an amazing chap Robert Burn's was Hope you get to celebrate tonight ;0)

Can you drive as Fast as Jake?

2011-12-15T18:03:00.000Z

Rotary Club of London Christmas Celebrations

2011-12-14T17:08:00.001Z

The Rotarian's are meeting at ESU in Mayfair for last time this year and still raising money to support many charities. Lots of fantastic creative ideas to make a real difference to peoples lives because we care.

Ladies that lunch do you!!

2011-12-03T17:11:00.001Z

Yummy champagne and oysters with my beautiful friends Next party in London Where shall we go!

Winkfield WI Party Girls fancy joining us?

2011-12-02T13:30:00.001Z

Starting the festive season in Winkfield with our First festive WI celebration Yummy can't wait ;0)

Having fun at The Commonwealth Fair

2011-11-12T18:05:00.001Z

Visiting the CCL fair at Kensington Town Hall & having a fantastic time. A wonderful event that helps girls throughout the commonwealth with education.

Blooming Useful

2011-11-10T15:26:00.001Z

The Winkfield WI are polishing up their flower arranging skills with Lynn from Blooming Useful

Top British Racing Driver Andy Carter Retires to help his son

2011-10-25T17:34:00.001+01:00

Andy Carter the 4 Times European Top Fuel racing champion has just retired to support his son Albert with his Formula One racing mission. Andy and his team at Carter Motorsport have recently been helping me with Nitro FM to raise awareness about MS again at the Santa pod Raceway 2011 European Finals.
To see Andy's last competative run and his team addressing the fine tuning needed for the fastest motor sport on earth VISIT the NitroFM page on facebook or my website latest news on Kazaston.com
Well done Andy you've doing a fantastic job helping British Motor Racing and Raise Awareness about MS.
Here I am with Albert Carter, for Nitro FM, at the race Track!

So Proud To Be A London Rotarian

2011-10-25T16:53:00.000+01:00

I am so excited to report I have recently become a member of The Rotary Club of London. The London Club is celebrating it's 100th Birthay and continues to really support so many important causes in both the UK and around the world.
For more information about what the Rotary Club of London is & does to help others please visit: www.londonrotaryclub.org.uk

Latest news about MS on BBC Radio with Jon Briggs

2011-10-10T23:51:00.000+01:00

The findings of a review of NHS MS Health Service released today has shown slow progress to fully meet peoples needs and tough patient symptoms. These often not visible or variable like: fatigue, nerve pain, cognitive.
Jon Briggs talks to me about this important matter on BBC Radio and how I feel things really are for people affected by MS. I shared that we all need to work together & make these MS services meet our needs today. Additionally keep helping people to understand what MS is and may mean to someone.
Always a pleasure chatting to Jon Briggs. Thanks Jon for all your support to help me keep raising awareness about MS.
Follow this link to listen for next 6 Days http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p00kl7n8
James Cannon : 10/10/2011 show 1600-1900
My interview starts around 136 mins until 143! So different not to be asking the questions!

Getting all nautical again with Sailing Ventures

2011-09-19T10:24:00.001+01:00

Here at the Southampton 2011 boat show with the Sailing Ventures team. Sharing exciting news about sailing opportunities available for everyone with a special 50% discount today & tomorrow at show. Come and see us at Mayflower Hall stand J101 and chat to the expert team until Sunday ;0)

Nitro FM Trip to Hochenhiem Germany

2011-08-11T18:03:00.000+01:00

Getting ready to catch up with our friends in Germany and watch some fantastic Drag racing. Will keep you posted via our face book page https://www.facebook.com/pages/NitroFM/207871145912232

Kiribati Tungaru Association Dancing

2011-07-30T15:27:00.001+01:00

Celebrating 32nd year of Independence with Kiribati Tungaru Association and their fantastic dance programme. A great day in Canterbury fab people great cause.
Check out ktaweb.org.UK

Round The Island Race 2011

2011-06-29T13:42:00.004+01:00

I am so excited to share that I finished the race and we came in the TOP 20% out of 1908 Boats that finished. Here we are on left sailing past Hurst Castle at full speed!!!

It was very tough, must confess, especially with the weather, tidal challenges and very early start! However, this not a problem for my expert teacher Matthew Fordham from Sailing Ventures in Lymington. Matthew was our Skipper aboard Flame with a crew of 7. He continued my training through out the race along with other fantastic crew members that all helped me when I was finding things difficult. Thanks so much. Not bad for a lady that has been diagnosed with MS for over 17 years and had only 2 training sessions aboard flame. Roll on my next Sail with Sailing Ventures, after some serious rest!!!

Tara Harris Racing & Helping Raise Awareness about MS

2011-06-29T12:52:00.000+01:00

Tara & Les Harris have been continuing their support to me help raise awareness about MS. Tara the only female British Female Bike Scrutineer supports Santa pod. She has recently finished all her training & even started racing her new Super Twins Bike. Go Girl!!
Tara a very keen racer and is doing really well already. Thanks for your help Tara, we look forward to working with you. Tara has even got my website details on her bike, bless her. For more info about Tara just visit Les Harris Racing.co.uk

Getting Ready to Start Racing in Round Island Race

2011-06-24T11:38:00.001+01:00

Working with my expert skipper Matthew to get Sailing Ventures boat Yacht Flame ready to Race. Tomorrow in Round the Island 2011 I will be part of the crew yippe! Will keep you posted on how we get on as start at 0650

Sailing Ventures Race Crew Training before Round The Island Race 2011

2011-06-16T00:16:00.000+01:00

To accomplish my dream of taking part in a Yacht Race I joined the Sailing Ventures Team for some crew training aboard flame in Lymington. Martin Fordham the skipper in charge for this trip and sharing his expert knowledge to help me prepare and check I am safe for the Round the Island Race 2011.
We had an amazing time aboard the fantastic yacht and learnt loads to help with our sailing skill development. Roll on the Round the Island Race 2011 where my teacher Matthew will be the skipper, another fab teacher from Sailing Venture.
Will keep you posted with more race info next week

A Special Royal Berkshire CMA Event in Windsor

2011-06-15T23:11:00.000+01:00

On Saturday the 14th of May the Berkshire group from The Constitutional Monarchy Association (CMA) held an exciting Charity Event at the newly refurbished Windsor Guildhall. Over 90 guests attended from all over the country to visit and learn about the history of the special building, celebrate the recent Royal Wedding of William to Kate and support local charities.
The CMA independent from any political party aims to unite support for The British Monarchy and promote education for greater awareness. See www.monarchy.net for further information about the CMA.
Prince Mohsin Ali Khan of Hyderab and the CMA council also brought a special guest Princess Katarina to really help raise funds. The foundation an independent charity that provides grants to help local Berkshire support groups make a positive difference to peoples lives.

Councillor Leo Walters a past Major from Windsor & Maidenhead and supporter of the CMA assisted Kaz Aston to raise awareness about The Berkshire Community Foundation, WI & Multiple Sclerosis.

Dr Barry Twigg with other CMA colleagues gave useful information about the Guildhall while also sharing latest news about the recent Royal Wedding.
Thanks to the fantastic Guildhall caterer Fiona Sail we were also able to enjoy William & Kate style wedding cakes and make a special toast the Royal Couple in this amazing Windsor venue.

Canadian Royal Wedding Celebrations

2011-06-15T22:54:00.000+01:00

To enable Canadians to share the excitement of the marriage of Prince William to Kate, the newly anointed Duchess of Cambridge, I gave a live interview for Canadian TV to support the CMA (See www.Monarchy.net). The CMA a superb organisation, I must share.
Located on the Duke of York Steps (off the Mall)in London I shared my excitement. We talked about the atmosphere of the big day in London. With huge crowds lining the streets of London The time difference did not dampen the excitement of this commonwealth country, one of 16 countries where the Queen is head of State and Prince William will be one day.

Celebrating St George's Day at Santa Pod & Fund Raising for MS Nurses

2011-05-02T11:23:00.000+01:00

To celebrate St George's Day 2011 Nitro FM & Debbie decided to arrange Face Painting with the St George's Cross Raised money for MS Nurses in Northamptonshire. Debbie all dressed up in full costume with her fun stand in horse! Thanks to everyone that helped at Nitro FM, Santa pod staff & Race Spectators that had their face painted! Here pictured below is Debbie & lead Nitro FM presenter Nigel.

First Oral MS Drug Available for People with MS in the UK

2011-04-20T19:17:00.001+01:00

Fingolimod the First Oral MS Tablet was approved yesterday for people in the UK. After review by NICE Fingolimod can now be considered as a second line treatment for people that may have failed with other MS medications like IV monthly treatments and daily injections. So a welcome relief and also increases choice.
Check out BBC Iplayer Radio Berkshire The Anne Diamond Show available until the 25th of April at http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p002m92c To hear more and listen to my Interview about this exciting news.

Drag Racing & Multiple Sclerosis Feature on BBC Radio

2011-03-31T11:53:00.000+01:00

Following my last interview with Jon Briggs, from The BBC's Weakest Link, on BBC Radio Berkshire I was invited back on Sunday the 27th of March to share a little more about my MS Story. Sarah Walker & Ady Williams talked to me about how it feels to live with MS and my interest in Drag Racing (The Fastest Motor Sport on Earth) at Santa Pod Race way and around the world! Sarah was keen to find out how you can start drag racing, what training is needed to get your license and Ady asking about the cars & different classes you can race in.
We also chatted about my other sporting interests such as Sailing with Sailing Ventures in Lymington Hampshire to support my aspiration to compete in some Yacht Racing this year to Raise Awareness about MS.
The interview is available on BBC IPlayer until Sunday the 3rd of April. Follow this link if you fancy listening. My piece starts after about 1:52 mins and finishes at around 2:24. http://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/p00fm18d/Debbie_McGee_Dragracing_and_Multiple_Sclerosis/
Thank you so much BBC Radio Berkshire and all of the fantastic team that helped to make this happen to help raise awareness about MS.

2011 My Sailing Adventures with MS

2011-02-26T15:46:00.000Z

I am starting my RYA Sailing Practical Crew Training with Sailing Ventures Sailing School next. Hope will meet new friends and share info about MS that wants to know more.
First of all, with help from my expert teacher Matt Fordham from the Sailing Ventures Team A 5 Day Comp Crew training course is needed to learn all of the essentials to be part of the Crew. I am really excited and had some great information and help from RYA Sailability Team too. Fingers crossed I will succeed so am then able to Start Yacht Racing for the 2011 Racing Season with Sailing Ventures.

Spreading The Word in Europe About Drag Racing & MS

2011-02-26T15:34:00.000Z

We've been Spreading The Word in Europe again with NITRO FM & Nicola Prentice who also has MS. Nicola & I popped over to Malta where we had an opportunity to talk to lots of people about MS and Drag Racing at Santa pod. I also had a fantastic opportunity to Talk on LIVE RADIO At SMASH RADIO & EVEN ON SMASH & MOTO DROME TV THANKS, TO DJ Banana.
Nicola & I would like thank everyone that helped us in Malta we had an amazing time. Check out kazaston.com -latest news for Interviews where DJ Banana also talks about his support for INSPIRE. A charity that helps disabled children with special needs & learning disabilities, what a wonderful guy. Nitro FM will be sharing Malta Drag Racing Association interviews at Santa pod for our next event at Easter where we hope to catch up with our new Drag Racing Friends from Malta. Will keep you posted

Playing Golf with MS

2011-02-26T15:15:00.000Z

To promote my general fitness and in particular help Balance & Co-ordination Challenges with MS I've been going to the Driving Range. I hope one day to play a round of golf but first, it's all about Practice! Mike O'Connor A PGA Professional Teacher from The Lambourne Club is helping with my Set UP & Swing here are Mike's Top Tips. All very important and great fun! Mike has provided some general helpful and encouraging advice available on my Web site kazaston.com Why not give it a go :0)

Kaz Aston's American Drag Racing Training with MS

2011-02-22T16:40:00.000Z

Racing to Raise Awareness about MS & Learn about The Fastest Motor Sport ON EARTH I Love!

2010-11-02T13:14:00.037Z

The British Drag Racing 2010 Season has been totally amazing with excitement on so many levels. Fantastic opportunities at the Santa Pod RaceTrack, On Air with Nitro FM Radio Station Radio (as their Roving Reporter) in the UK and while on The Nitro FM European Tour to Sweden & Germany To listen to my latest radio interviews & find further information about my mission to raise awareness of MS. Check out www.kazaston.com

After starting my Drag Racing training with Jon Webster & Gary Page (two Top British Drag Racing Legends) they agreed to safely progress learning to Drive a Dragster would be good.
So In October 2010 started my next training adventure with another acclaimed British Champion Paul Marston at his School of racing paulmarstonracing.com how fortunate am I.

Paul reviewed my 2010 experience in the Street Eliminator class to start my training to drive a Super Comp Dragster. After initial joint training shared with Ben Collins a well respected racing driver from Fifth gear, British Touring Cars also ex BBC Top Gear Stig Listen to Ben's interview at www.kazaston.com Paul Marston gave the thumbs up to book further expert tuition with Frank Hawley frankhawley.com in America later this year. Additionally, special thanks to Shelley Pearson The Fastest British Female Racing Driver that has also given me wonderful encouragement and shared her invaluable knowledge and experience of Super Comp Dragster driving skills & training.

I would like to thank every one that has taken the time to help me progress with this wonderful opportunity. So many people have been so supportive and given their time to enable me to make these things happen. Will keep you posted on my racing progress & plans. Take care all and please just email if you need. Kind Regards Kaz :0)

First Blog

2010-10-12T15:58:00.000+01:00

set my blog up today with lots of input from www.simonsgallery.com support desk