Yesteryear comes alive for Bunny -

A life-long love affair with vintage cars was embraced by Ron Smith Care Centre resident Bunny Marks (98) recently, when he was given the chance to enjoy the beautiful British vintage and veteran vehicles of yesteryear at the monthly Piston Ring meeting in Modderfontein.

Denise Stewart, who volunteers at the care centre, discovered a mutual love of old cars when chatting to Bunny one day, and since then, she and her husband Dave have enjoyed sharing this pastime with Bunny.

“Walking around with Bunny and looking at the cars was truly a walk down memory lane,” says Denise.

“Bunny pointed out many different MG cars which were the same as he had lovingly restored in the past. It was wonderful to see the expression on his face as he reminisced. We also met some old friends of Bunny’s,” she says.

A passer-by spoke to Bunny while he was looking at a blue MG Midget which was on display. During the long conversation, it transpired that Bunny had restored an identical model some long years ago.

“It was indeed a privilege to share these precious moments and memories with him,” says Denise.

Ron Smith Care Centre is always looking for volunteers to visit with residents and assist with occupational therapy-type activities. If you would like to volunteer your time, contact Debbie Christen at 011 882 6296 or email: dchristen@randaid.co.za. Ron Smith Care Centre is at 222 Modderfontein Road, Lyndhurst.