This is my story so far........

On the 10th December 2016 I was taken to A and E with extreme stomach pains which I thought we're related to me being ceoliac. After hours of tests I was told I had terminal lung cancer which had also spread to my liver and spine. A numbness washed over me but I had to ask the question....how long have I got? The consultant replied " statistically you may not see next christmas" 

In that instant i knew my whole world would be turned upside down and my first sad thought was that I wasn't going to be around for my future grand children. It's been 2 months now since I've been told the news and I have had good and bad days, physically,emotionally and mentally. I won't be able to play rugby ever again but I am still going to get my kit on and get on that pitch and kick that bloody cancer into touch!!!! 

Recently I've spent some respite time at St Wilfreds Hospice so they could monitor my medication and find the balance of pain control. At first I admit I was apprehensive about going but I had such a positive experience staying there. The staff were empathic, supportive, genuinely caring and over all kind, friendly people. Spending time there has helped me so much in so many different ways and I am very grateful they are able to provide this service for people in my condition. 

I plead with you now to help me raise money to support St Wilfreds hospice in all that they do for hundreds of people. Thank you xx