And so the journey continues. Yesterdays Cycle Against Suicide Dungarvan Spinoff was a huge sucess, due mainly to the support and kind sponsorship of the clubs, societies businesses, and community that makes Dungarvan the town it is. Way to many people to mention and l would surely forget someone. But to all who helped or got involved or showed your support in any way shape or form, thank you. To the two wonderful ladies who helped make this possible, Lucia Quealy and Tricia Quinn, a huge thank you, could not have done it without you. The morning started for us and our merry crew at 8am. Tables been set up, posters been hung, food been prepared. A great team effort. Weather did not look too good outside but I had a good feeling we would live up to our name of The Sunny Southeast. People started to flow into the hall about 9:30 for registration. A lot hung around and soaked up what was a very positive atmosphere. And so the sun did shine for us, albeit very windy. The cycle was a very rural but scenic route, country roads which gave us lots of shelter from the wind. Stopping in the lovely village of Villierstown where a very warm welcome from the local people awaited us. After that we headed along the very beautiful Dromana Drive. It was great to see everyone from the fastest cyclist to the slowest cyclist all travelling together as one unit, one movement, one family. All creating awarness and carrying the message, Its ok not to feel ok and its absolutely ok to ask for help. Coming back to town was very special, to watch the sea of orange fill the streets of Abbeyside and Dungarvan. One continuous line along the causeway, over the bridge, through the square, up Mary street and into the school, what a sight... Tea, coffee and an array of food awaited everyone on there return to the school. Entertainment was provided, the rain had stayed away, and everyone was happy. Jim Breen spoke, Nicky Sheehan from the mens shed spoke, and then it was my turn.... I was very nervous, l thought of loads of things l wanted to say. Its a lot easier to write here, hidden behind facebook. I spoke about depression, how you feel and how it affects your everyday life, l spoke about the loneliness, frustration and feeling of total hopelessness that is depression. I was just trying to give a small inside into what its like to live with depression and to maybe help someone in that hall to seek the help they need. I hope l achieved this. Its an illnesss, just like any other and there is absolutely NOTHING to be ashamed of. Stay Strong. :-) x
Posted on: Sun, 19 Oct 2014 10:04:50 +0000
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