We never had a big family at all... but I wasn't spoiled. I used to think my sister always got more than me, but that's possible because she was older. My childhood was good I suppose. Everyone gets picked on at school but fortunately I've always been big enough to deter most people from doing it to my face: doesn't mean they didn't do it behind my back though in groups, but I never let that get to me because that happens to everyone.

I used to do all sorts of sports and was generally good at all that i did do. I was about to play football and cricket for the regional team when my knees packed in on me: but when i played i got about 15 trophies in 3 years.

Not abused lol, or beaten - this could be a trap for some parents and Social Services! I liked my childhood and in some ways I wish I could have stayed that innocent.