A word from Bob .......
On Friday September 6 1996 my future was thrown into total disbelief and horror.  Here I was in the back of an ambulance en route to The Children’s Hospital at Westmead with my daughter Rebecca, then four years of age, diagnosed with cancer about 3pm that afternoon.  It’s every parent’s nightmare, especially that word cancer.

The following days and nights proved to be a most gut wrenching and life draining experience.  Pieces of me died over those initial days and the pain still remains.  Would my child die?  The future did not exist and was questioned every minute of the day and night.  The concept for Kayaking for Kemo Kids developed at this time in the Oncology Ward – a place where reality is in your face and cuts you to the bone, but a place that ultimately bloomed with life, hope and inspiration.

Fundraising for cancer research and support by charitable organisations and community groups (supported by individuals, the public and business sector) have given me the greatest gift of all – my daughter’s life and a future – thank you.

Rebecca’s courage and help from family, friends and supporters, along with the angelic dedication of hospital staff is life changing.  I am eternally grateful and pledge to continue the search for a cure for cancer and give support to those organisations that support our seriously ill kids.

Our world today has many questions about its future.  Life’s too short, but through this traumatic event I have experienced the heart and soul of the positive side of human nature in this great southern land, through its communities and breathtaking scenery.

Our 2006/07 campaign will see new challenge’s to all involved, in particular our Sydney to Brisbane paddlers who face a gruelling 1000km open ocean paddle and in a colossal first, our paddlers will be supported by a team of dedicated cyclist, who will take on over 1000km of challenging roadways – together they will create one of this countries most unique and inspiring fundraising events.

I am continually humbled by this experience.  I welcome new members and supporters to our team, as well as our ongoing supporters who continue to inspire me.  There are so many ways to fundraise and support our cause – there is no limit to our imagination.

I invite you to contribute and support our team of volunteers and join us on our fundraising efforts and awareness to the plight of our children diagnosed with cancer.  I look forward to meeting you along the way.
 

Thank you,

  Bob Glenister OAM
  Founder Kayaking for Kemo Kids
     
 
 
 
 
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