Listen to the author reading this story:
Donna Leamy is a PhD scientist currently working in the biopharmaceutical sector. After winning a placement on The Walls of Limerick mentoring program, she took a career break to pursue an MA in Creative Writing at the University of Limerick. She graduated with first class honours in January 2025. Her work has featured in a special edition of Silver Apples magazine, and poetry anthologies Washing Windows IV and V.