In life many
people have health challenges, either physical or mental, and sadly, sometimes both. So
I think it would take a huge amount of perseverance to face the immense difficulties of organising
a holiday under these circumstances.
I love reading stories written by those who
are heading off, or are out there touring around our country, whilst battling
an illness. Trying to get around medical visits and prescription repeats, and
all the other allied health schedules that may arise.
And I congratulate you for facing that
challenge head on and not letting an illness tie you to your home.
Both hubby
and I have relatively good health (touch wood; yes I touched my head !!) for
our born in the 1950’s age group.
So we are
lucky.
But many
people are not so lucky and no longer have the chance to get out and see this
great country.
Being self-employed
we can choose our work days, so we can
organise things that we like to do, whether that be a few days away or just a
meal out.
For the last
few years we have made certain that we are home and available to participate in
our local Relay for Life.
And that event is something that opens your eyes to many who are facing uphill battles to survive.
The Bendigo
Relay for Life is such a friendly event with a community feel.
Decorated tents
are set up around the perimeter of the football ground with many relayers also placing
their swags beside them, preparing for a sleep under the stars. And I use the
word ‘sleep’ very loosely as I am led to believe that not much sleep happens, as I do not partake in the overnight camp out.
Bright outfits,
comical hats and sturdy sensible shoes seem to be a prerequisite of the day. People
in wheelchairs or using wheelie walkers, or even on crutches are not afraid to
take to the grassed track.
When you
read stories on the web sites or Facebook pages about caravanning, camping or other
forms of travelling, there are often people asking for advice as to how to
travel with certain illnesses or disabilities.
And how wonderful
is that! These people are showing the determination that they have.
They are
determined not to let their illness keep them sitting at home.
Happy and
safe travelling everyone.