Emilie Knight, 44, from Norwich
Making a grand entrance into the living room, I steadied my hat, holding my umbrella just above the carpet.
Then, sitting down in my usual seat, I turned on the TV to an all-too familiar tune.
Just a spoonful of sugar helps the medicine go down…
Tapping my feet and reciting the words, I stared at the screen.
Julie Andrews playing the majestic and well-loved Mary Poppins was a delight.
And at eight, I idolised everything about the character, film and songs.
In my eyes it was all practically perfect!
So much so, my grandmother made me a replica outfit so I could be the dreamy real life version of Mary herself.
I had