On October 30th, I will be running my first Marathon to raise money for the Irish Cancer Society and notably in memory of one of the most remarkable women I've ever met: Yve O'Driscoll.

Dervla? A runner? No. Not at all, in fact. That's why I've set up this page so late into my 5 month training plan, because I have doubted myself every step of the way. Before July 2022, I had never managed more than 10km. But do you know who wouldn't put up with that negative self-criticism? Yve. 

In memory of Yve, I hope to raise €10 for every 1km with proceeds going to the Irish Cancer Society; who continue to strive for progress in cancer mitigation as well as provide support to countless number of people directly or indirectly affected by cancer.

I genuinely don't know if I'll make it to the finish line, but I do know that I will give it my everything.

The legacy and impact she has left will never be forgotten. All our love, Yve.