Doddie's Diary: The Highs, the Lows and the Laughter from My Fight with MND

by Doddie Weir, Stewart Weir

'I never set out to take the lead. It just happened - like MND itself. But we are making a fight of it.'DODDIE WEIRIn the five years since Doddie Weir's MND diagnosis, he has continued to live life to the max. He's raised millions for research and support for his fellow sufferers with the help of some incredible charity fundraisers, celebrated his 50th birthday and been awarded an OBE. And throughout it all, Doddie has tackled life head on, like the mad charging giraffe he has always been, both on and off the rugby pitch.Now, join Doddie as he lifts the lid on what his life with MND has really been like, both in public and in private. Being Doddie, there's always lots of laughter and an incredibly positive attitude, but it's also a rollercoaster of emotions. It's a battle Doddie will continue to tackle with his trademark dignity and legendary humour. And it's a fight he remains determined to win.

Genres: Nonfiction

332 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 12, 2021

About the author

George Wilson "Doddie" Weir OBE is a Scottish former rugby union player who played as a lock. The Doddie Weir Cup is named after him.

Reviews

[Marmalade · Rating 5 out of 5]

A fantastic insight into what living with MND is like from Doddie Weir, I've seen what this horrible disease does to someone 1st hand but to also battle against it during covid times must be doubly as hard.
Doddie put it best when he said - This disease just numbs you at times, but leaves you heartbroken most of the time.

[Tina · Rating 5 out of 5]

😊

I would literally read anything that this man wrote. It is exactly what it says, a diary. It's not like a stock diary entry book though as Doddie always adds his own humour and after thoughts. It's a real insight from just before his mnd diagnosis following through to present day. Forever true to himself and others. Such a genuine guy 😍.

[David Stimpson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Doddie RIP Big Man

A good read and Doddie was one Hell of a man . Let's keep going .I know I'm gonna waste away and Die to soon but let's Be positive .Do soon Good .raise awareness and Millions for MND. Heres to You Big Man

[Erika · Rating 5 out of 5]

Doddie was an inspiration in his approach to his MBD diagnosis, and the setting up of the My Name'5 Doddie Foundation. His humour and genial character shine through in this diary - a recommended read for everyone.

[Jem Wilton · Rating 5 out of 5]

Inspirational

[Heather Dunn · Rating 5 out of 5]

What an inspirational read by an inspirational man ❤️