ITV viewers were left in floods of tears as a teenage boy with terminal cancer appeared on Alan Titchmarsh's 'Love Your Garden'. The touching episode saw Alan visiting an inspirational teenager in East Yorkshire. Fifteen year old Harri Torr opened up to Alan about his harrowing battle with cancer, which returned as terminal just two weeks after celebrating his cancer-free status.
Alan Titchmarsh shared with his audience: "Today I'm in East Yorkshire in the city of Hull to meet an incredible young man. He's only 15 but he's an amazing example to us all." Harri’s mother, Erika, detailed their arduous experience: "They told us we don't think his leg will be saveable. He got the all clear and rang the bell, but two weeks later the cancer had spread.".
Regarding his prognosis, Harri gave the grim update: "They say between three and 12 months." Alan then disclosed to viewers, "Harri has created a bucket list and there's something very special on it. He desires a garden where he can enjoy 'whatever time he's got left' with his mum.".
Harri spoke of his concerns for his family more than himself and the struggle they would face. He concluded: "It's about making the most of life, even if you have a condition or cancer, you have to live everyday like you're dying." Harri's outlook on life was simple and poignant: "That's how you have to live your life.".
Alan embarked on a touching mission to build a pond for a young boy who longed for a sanctuary replete with wildlife and greenery. Frances Tophill enlisted the talents of a professional graffiti artist to transform Harri’s shed into a hip hangout spot, decking it out with an alfresco cinema and a spot dedicated to pizza-making sessions.
