Inspired by an afternoon of glorious sunshine I headed
back to Northway yesterday. On the surface the area around the layby looked OK,
just ready for a bit of a tidy up but once I plunged into the surrounding
undergrowth it didn’t take long to gather 3 bags of rubbish. Plastic bottles
and crisp wrappers are the norm but given the opportunity to pull off the road a
few drivers seem to feel the need to off load all kinds of bulkier rubbish like
a case of empty beer bottles, plastic buckets, random bits of machinery and
rubble. There is a great deal of satisfaction in clearing areas like this but
in places not being able to reach the offending items means I wasn’t able to do
the thorough job I always aim for. Still 3 bags of rubbish removed is better
than none.
Usually when I give out the Know your Prostate quick
guide people have an awareness of the disease but no close personal experience.
Yesterday it was different. Sadly, the guy in the van who I approached has lost
his father to Prostate Cancer. He accepted the leaflet and I hope he is able to
pass it on to someone who is less familiar with the potential risks.
Taking a detour down Swan Lane (where I found this odd
looking bit of equipment) I met Jackie and had a really good chat. Her Uncle
was an early recipient of pioneering brachytherapy and more recently another
relative has been diagnosed. She was pleased to accept a leaflet for her
husband. Sometimes it really is helpful to have all the information explained
clearly for you to absorb in your own time. As it turns out Jackie also tries
to keep her eye on rubbish during her walks and picks up when she has a minute to spare. Good
stuff. Thank you for your words of support.
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