By David Nesham
A nature loving schoolboy from Bramley who wrote to a TV legend says he is both surprised and delighted with the hand written response he has received in return.
Dominic Bean, aged 10, attends Green Hill Primary School and is a regular visitor to Rodley Nature Reserve.
Back in May he wrote to Sir David Attenborough to congratulate him on his 99th birthday and at the same time enclosed water colour pictures of a fox and birds he had created to accompany his birthday wishes.
He also suggested to Sir David that he thought he would enjoy a visit to the Reserve.
He was amazed to then receive a hand written reply from the world-famous naturalist.
Dominic said “I’ve been interested in nature for as long as I can remember. I read Sir David was turning 99 and thought it was a nice idea to congratulate him. I’ve always loved his programmes and everything he does for nature.
“I hoped I would get a response, but I didn’t really expect to because he’s a very busy man. When mum handed me the envelope, I new it was too small to be my First News newspaper and when I opened it I couldn’t hide my excitement.”
The hand-written reply bears the iconic presenter’s office address and congratulated Dominic on the paintings he had sent him, adding: “Thank you very much indeed for your letter. I am so glad you enjoy my programmes.”
Dominic went on to say: “My dad framed it, and we hung it on my bedroom wall. I’ve read it lots of times and I think it’s lovely that he saw my painting and took time to write back to me. He’s one of the best people on earth.”
Dominic continues his interest in nature and wildlife in particular and is an enthusiastic member of the Rodley Robins Saturday club which meets once a month at the Nature Reserve.
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