Talented 'Eggy' to showcase his work

Christopher 'Eggy' Law will be presenting his poems to help raise money for the Friends of the Pavestone Centre. Eggy, who is now 44, was diagnosed with Frederick's syndrome at the age of 11. He has been in a wheelchair since he was 18.

"I've been writing poems for the last five years," said the Manchester United fan.

"I have written hundreds of poems about everything you can think of - George Best, my family, my friends, Coleraine Football Club and the Pavestone Centre.

"It comes really easy to me.

"I just need help to get them typed up, as I am very slow on the keyboard," told Eggy.

Eggy has a real love for life and hasn't let his disability get in the way. He hopes that through his poetry he can inspire others.

"My poems are all about me and my life.

"I have led an ordinary life, despite the fact that I am disabled.

"My disability has never stopped me from doing anything, I have a love for life and I want to let others who may be in my situation see this.

"I would really love to go and talk to disabled children about my life.

"I am a father to two children, my life is just like anyone elses."

Deputy Manager of the Pavestone Centre, George Stewart described Eggy as a ' genius'.

"He has a real talent, and we are delighted that he has picked out some of his favourite poems for this special night at Flowerfield,"

Eggy went on to thank Pavestone volunteer, Shelley Joyce, saying: "If it wasn't for Shelley I would have done the half of this.

"None of my family have read my work, they are all a bit nervous in case I have written something about them, but I know everyone

will enjoy it," said Eggy.

The event will take place at Flowerfield this Friday, November 26 starting at 7.30.

Admission is 5 which includes refreshments. Everyone is welcome to come along.

STORY: Nichola Forgrave