Team Macleay

Our Story

Every Mile Matters 💙

Twenty years ago, I was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes. I never imagined just how much it would shape my life.

For two decades, diabetes has been there every single day. There are no days off, no holidays from it, and no moments where I can simply forget about it. Every meal, every walk, every night’s sleep and every plan revolves around keeping my blood glucose levels safe.

Despite doing everything I can, Type 1 diabetes has still taken its toll.

I’ve experienced complications, including sight loss, which has been one of the most frightening and life-changing experiences I’ve ever faced. It reminded me that diabetes isn’t “just” an illness you manage – it’s a condition that can change lives in an instant.

This September, I’m determined to turn something difficult into something positive.

Together with my amazing husband, Eoghan, and our little dachshund Percy, we’ll be walking 10 miles for Diabetes UK to help raise money for research, support and hope for the millions of people living with diabetes across the UK.

I’m walking for everyone who lives with diabetes every single day.
I’m walking for those facing complications.
I’m walking in the hope that one day no one will have to hear the words, “You have Type 1 diabetes.”

If you can spare anything at all, I’d be so grateful. Every donation, no matter the size, helps Diabetes UK continue their incredible work to improve lives today and work towards a future where diabetes no longer has the power to change lives.

Thank you for taking the time to read my story and for supporting us. It truly means the world.

See you at the finish line.

With love,

Alana, Eoghan & Percy 💙🐾