My Charity run for Leukemia

[Calais]

First of all , Apologies to mods if I'm not allowed to post this thread or if it's deemed inappropriate.

About a month ago my father was told he has less than 3 months left to live due to both Leukemia and pancreatic cancer. ( Both separate ) So I've taken it upon myself to try and make a difference and make my old man proud.
I will be doing a charity run from my home in Rowville 3178 to The MCG ( Melbourne Cricket ground, roughly 34kms and 6hr 10m. I'll be running it alone and unassisted . The reason I'm attempting this is to both raise funds and raise awareness. People need to understand that they can make a difference, not matter how big or small, it will still have a positive effect.

I want to raise $1000 so please make a donation. Fund's will be donated to The leukemia foundation. Guys this honestly means the world to me.

Please donate here - http://www.mycause.com.au/mycause/raise ... p?id=18008

Thank you Mahmoud Chatila. - http://www.facebook.com/#!/Sainters09

[Calais]

For anyone interested I was featured on the front of the Knox Leader ;

http://knox-leader.whereilive.com.au/ne ... -teenager/

[Armoooo]

Entirely fine mate.

Probably more suited to the general forum but seeing as that doesn't get as much traffic you can definitely keep it here.

Really sorry to hear about your dad and what you're doing is great.

That sounds like one hell of a run, make sure you break your shoes in first

[bergholt]

great work, mate, good luck with the run and sorry to hear about all the s***.

[HSVKing]

Hey mate.

That's fine having it here until you do your run. It's for a good cause so hopefully we can help you raise the $1000 and more.

To an extent, know what you are going through. Had my father diagnosed with cancer almost 2 years ago now, was at a very late stage, but luckily he has had the treatment and everything seems fine now.

There have been many who have proven the odds wrong, hope for your sake this is another one of those times.

Best of luck, and best wishes to your father.


Ps. Just looked and you're up to $1615 already, that is brilliant!

[savatage]

Great work mate. Just donated, would've donate more but a bit broke at the moment!

Even just $10 folks, every bit helps.

[Calais]

Thanks guys I appreciate it!

Don't apologize mate, that is way more than enough!

[St Michele]

I hope you are feeling better and i hope they get the lowlives who did this to you.

Hope all goes well, pity you aren't doing it for the NAB Grand Final you could then watch the boys win the NAB Cup.

[Calais]

I hope you are feeling better and i hope they get the lowlives who did this to you.

Hope all goes well, pity you aren't doing it for the NAB Grand Final you could then watch the boys win the NAB Cup.

Thanks for that, Im doing fine

Btw thanks for the donation, It means the world to me. I've just cracked over the $2000 mark

[St Michele]

I hope you are feeling better and i hope they get the lowlives who did this to you.

Hope all goes well, pity you aren't doing it for the NAB Grand Final you could then watch the boys win the NAB Cup.

Thanks for that, Im doing fine

Btw thanks for the donation, It means the world to me. I've just cracked over the $2000 mark

Well done

[Calais]

I hope you are feeling better and i hope they get the lowlives who did this to you.

Hope all goes well, pity you aren't doing it for the NAB Grand Final you could then watch the boys win the NAB Cup.

Thanks for that, Im doing fine

Btw thanks for the donation, It means the world to me. I've just cracked over the $2000 mark

Well done

Thank you - Now raised $2650 and got a surprise phone call from Crawf. Absolutely made my day!

[SainterK]

Really, Crawf rang you?

Curious, how did he find out?

I admire his attention to such causes.

[HSVKing]

I hope you are feeling better and i hope they get the lowlives who did this to you.

Hope all goes well, pity you aren't doing it for the NAB Grand Final you could then watch the boys win the NAB Cup.

Thanks for that, Im doing fine

Btw thanks for the donation, It means the world to me. I've just cracked over the $2000 mark

Well done

Thank you - Now raised $2650 and got a surprise phone call from Crawf. Absolutely made my day!

I'll be sure to watch the Footy Show next week perhaps?

[Calais]

I hope you are feeling better and i hope they get the lowlives who did this to you.

Hope all goes well, pity you aren't doing it for the NAB Grand Final you could then watch the boys win the NAB Cup.

Thanks for that, Im doing fine

Btw thanks for the donation, It means the world to me. I've just cracked over the $2000 mark

Well done

Thank you - Now raised $2650 and got a surprise phone call from Crawf. Absolutely made my day!

I'll be sure to watch the Footy Show next week perhaps?

I can only dream. Maybe he can plug me? haha.

SainterK, not too sure exactly mate. He said he saw my article and got in contact with the writer who is a mate of his. Not exactly sure how or where he saw the paper though. Bloody appreciate it though!!

[SainterK]

I reckon being a journo/supercoach promoter, he'd be on bigfooty and maybe saw your thread there?

Unless he reads here?

Nice gesture by him, his work for charity is all class.

Just put a small donation in, best wishes to you and your Dad.

[Calais]

I reckon being a journo/supercoach promoter, he'd be on bigfooty and maybe saw your thread there?

Unless he reads here?

Nice gesture by him, his work for charity is all class.

Just put a small donation in, best wishes to you and your Dad.

Thank you, much appreciated !

[Calais]

Quick update - 4 guys were caught and and charged. Identified them this morning. Also my donations are up to $2900 . Extremely pleased as the money will definitely benefit the foundation.

[bergholt]

Quick update - 4 guys were caught and and charged. Identified them this morning. Also my donations are up to $2900 . Extremely pleased as the money will definitely benefit the foundation.

excellent to hear.

[Calais]

Quick update - 4 guys were caught and and charged. Identified them this morning. Also my donations are up to $2900 . Extremely pleased as the money will definitely benefit the foundation.

excellent to hear.

Thank you

Identifying them was definitely a bit of a scary experience. This whole thing has been. Wouldn't wish it upon anyone, It just messes with your head!

[Calais]

I'll be running tomorrow. Leave at about 6am and hopefully arrive 3pm.
Wish me luck guys

Ps GO SAINTERS!

[matrix]

good luck Calais, be safe and yeah go the bloody sainters!

[shmic_s]

Yeah good luck mate. Top effort.
All the the best tomorrow.

[Calais]

Quick update - Can lock thread if mods deem it appropriate .


My loving father peacefully passed away in his hospital on Thursday morning. Got to watch the footy with him Monday night. I was Wrapt as he was a massive Blues fan.

R.I.P DAD


Smashed the MCG run. Now planning to run from my place in Melbourne to the Sydney Opera House all for charity. Wish me luck boys

Go the Sainters!

[savatage]

Quick update - Can lock thread if mods deem it appropriate .


My loving father peacefully passed away in his hospital on Thursday morning. Got to watch the footy with him Monday night. I was Wrapt as he was a massive Blues fan.

R.I.P DAD


Smashed the MCG run. Now planning to run from my place in Melbourne to the Sydney Opera House all for charity. Wish me luck boys

Go the Sainters!

Deepest condolences mate. Your father would be very proud.

[SainterK]

Condolences to you and your family Calais, and RIP to your father.

I read your update and newspaper article on completion of your run, keep us informed of your next event, I'd be happy to contribute again.

Good on you for not sitting on your hands, and raising awareness and funds.

Best wishes.