A Children’s Story: Sally’s Finger

Sally sat inside each day,She rarely left her room.She loved to play computer games,And draw her own cartoons.Even when it was sunny,Sally didn’t leave the house.She sat up in her bedroom,As quiet as a mouse.One day, Sally’s Mam knocked on her bedroom doorTelling Sally to “go out and play!”.Sally wagged her finger screaming:”Close the door,…

Wild is the Wind

I recently signed up for a 10km jog in Dublin city centre on November 22nd. This is the first organised run that I’ve ever signed up for. And it’s given me some well needed motivation. The jog is called Run in the Dark. So that’s exactly what I did this evening – went for a…

Mo’ Lesions, Mo’ Problems

I knew on the walk to the Mater Hospital today what the name of my latest blog would be. Still though the news, although unsurprising, was unpleasant to hear. “Your most recent MRI was discussed back in May and 3 additional lesions have appeared since last years MRI”. I kind of guessed when they moved the…

My MS Story…

I wrote this blog recently for shift.ms; a website for MSers by MSers. Getting loads of good feedback so thought I would post here too 🙂

Alex Turner Lyrics Pt. 1

Some of my favourite lyrics from Arctic Monkeys circa 2006. Over 10 years later and these tunes have rarely left the forefront of my mind. Great songs, great lyrics and there was, and I’m sure still is, loads more to come from these lads from Sheffield! Anticipation has the habit to set you up for disappointment…

A Lockdown Letter from the newest member of the family to her Grandmother

Hello Nana, how are you?I just thought I’d write to sayEven though we can’t be togetherI miss you everyday My brother’s told me all the thingsThat you and GranGran doIt all sounds so excitingI can’t wait to play with you Daddy says you’re lots of funYou already have me spoiledYou do so much from far…

Irish Times Interview

Oh hi there, I haven’t posted here in a while. Just thought I’d share my interview with the Irish Times with you all. Alas, I won’t be speaking today in the Gibson Hotel contrary to what was discussed in the interview. Family life and college are priority and I’m not much of a multi tasker.…

Having children after diagnosis

I was diagnosed with MS when I was 31. I had only recently got engaged and becoming a father seemed like it would be a natural progression for me. Throw MS into the mix, however, and there’s a lot more to consider. For example, fertility became a major factor when deciding which medication to take.…

Into the Unknown

After months and months of training, the big day has finally arrived and not a moment too soon. Hopefully the Marathon goes according to plan. I have had to forego blogging as I just couldn’t commit my time to it. I really believe my lack of writing has had a negative effect on my cognitive…

Training Update

Started training a lot this week. 2 Half marathons next month. Less than 3 months to go until the full marathon. It’s tough going but enjoying it all so far. You can follow my training and donate here to MS Ireland. Thanks to all for your words of support and donations so far 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍  …

I just… felt like Running.

“Nobody ever mentions the weather can make or break your day” It’s great drying weather out there. The clock’s have sprung forward and it couldn’t have come quick enough. The inevitable “There’s a great stretch in the evening” memes are more than welcome this year. Honestly, it’s felt like a Game of Thrones type of…

Face Everything and Rise

I heard an inspirational quote recently that I shared on my Facebook blog page: “FEAR: Forget Everything And Run or FEAR: Face Everything and Rise The choice is yours” November 2017 was a month of firsts for me. I was interviewed for the first time ever about my MS journey so far. The same day…

Phoenix from the Flames

“How we are in the future will be founded on how we behave today” I classify as a newly diagnosed person with MS. That is; I’ve been diagnosed within the last 3 years. Diagnosis for me came within a few months of my MS symptoms making their way to the surface. I’ve heard stories of people having…