ALAN WHETTON
Former All Black
Do you have a personal connection to Mercy Hospice that inspired you to support this campaign?
I am always keen to support Mercy whenever I can. My mother passed away in the care of Mercy, and I will be always grateful for their care and support. It was an emotional time for me and I cannot praise the wonderful staff and atmosphere there enough.
What’s on your bucket list and why?
To travel when time and money allow, as you never know what is around the corner in regards to health.
The Mercy Hospice Bucket List Campaign is all about encouraging people to live in the now and not to put anything off until later. What brings you the most joy in your daily life and what do you wish
you spent more time doing?
Getting out of bed with no aches or pains – at this stage – and going to a job I enjoy is a big plus. As my wife is overseas a lot, I am looking to travelling and sharing some experiences with her while we are still mobile and healthy.
What are you hoping 2018 will bring?
That’s always a tough question, but no doubt having a good year at work with my staff and making sure we have some fun along the way – you must mix both together. Then I’ll look forward to taking some time out with my wife, where we just chill out on the beach or by the pool and have a drink at one of our favourite destinations – Bali!
Do you have a message or wish for New Zealanders reading this story?
Do not stress over the little stuff in your daily lives. Leave work at the office, and remember: have some fun on whatever journey your life takes you, as it can all change in the blink of an eye!