“Go Anyway”

I spent my youth growing up around boats and sailing was a huge part of my life. Never having suffered from sea sickness, I was surprised that all these years later, the slightest pitching or rolling of the boat along with my lack of balance due to Parkinson’s; I turn a nasty shade of green. Travel pills are not compatible with Parkinson’s medication and so I have tried various other remedies, munching on dry crackers, sipping Coca-Cola, chewing crystallised dried ginger, wearing wrist bands with pressure points – none of which unfortunately helped.  We all have a story to tell, and I have been in contact with many people, who like myself, live with chronic disease, yet have an unbreakable fighting spirit and a sense of humour. I was therefore intrigued to hear of a book written by Lyn Foley entitled: “Go Anyway” which is her story of sailing around the world with her husband who was diagnosed with Parkinson’s. A remarkable story of courage and determination about a couple who despite adversity completed what they set out to do. I think there's a little "explorer" and sense of adventure in us all, but some are brave enough to do more than fantasise, and I applaud the Foley's tenacity in fulfilling their dreams.