Hynes Optometrists

A few weeks ago I was delighted to meet one of my patients Helene in the supermarket - she is a cancer survivor and she was pleased to tell me that she was training for the 5K Race for Life.  I sponsored her on the spot, exchanged pleasantries and we got on with our shopping.

From that moment on I knew that I too had to do my "bit".  Almost every morning I march round our two parks like a bat out of hell, with our dog Moss in tow - giving my friends much amusement.  I knew that doing the 10K walk would be fun.

Why did I do this?  In nearly 30 years of working in the practice I have had many patients and friends tell me about their experiences with cancer - some bad, others not so.  But everyone worrying none the less.  Many have lost their fight against the disease, but increasingly many more are survivors - I  walked the 10K for each and everyone of them.

My thanks to all my family, friends and patients who supported me in this event and helped me raise a magnificent total of over £1100.  Moss stole the show on the day wearing a big pink bow and was very pleased with all the attention (and the medal) he got on the finish line.

What are my plans for the next fund raising event ........ watch this space!