Yesterday was a very special day indeed. Last week I received an email telling me I'd been nominated to be part of the Paralympic Torch team on Ben Nevis, at first I thought it was just a joke however at 5.15am I found myself at the foot of Ben Nevis waiting on all the other members of the team , Scouts,guides,Police security, members of the organising committee and the media. We took our time on the walk up which gave me a good chance to hear some great stories from the security guys about the last torch relay, some really inspirational people out there.
Just having lit the flame
The Scouts did well to light the fire by natural means using a flint and tinder in damp and windy conditions which I then got to light the torch on.
Standing on the very summit with the Scouts
It was a real genuine honour to represent Scottish Mountaineering for the Paralympics, not something I'll ever forget. I dont know who nominated me but if they read this then big thanks to you.........
One final bit of posing on the summit
Kev,
ReplyDeleteAlways remember, even through the doubt and pain, that you are an exceptional and truly inspiring human being!
Ian,
ReplyDeleteThat's very kind, thanks man!
Cheers
Kev