Today, after months of preparation, I leave for New Zealand to spend some time with my sister and to enjoy all of the delights of a beautiful part of the world. There is much gardening on my horizon!
My diagnostic imaging at the beginning of October showed that there is no growth and no spread of cancer in my body. The miracle continues. There is no other word for it.
To celebrate my wellness I decided to run a half marathon on Thanksgiving weekend, the 40th anniversary of my arrival in Canada. The run was made more special as my son ran beside me all the way on a perfect running day, cool, no wind, bright and clear. What joy!
And now, my best news! I have committed to running the Two Oceans Ultramarathon in Capetown on March 26 next year. I will not be alone! It will be an amazing experience running from the Atlantic to the Indian Ocean and back! I have miles to go before I sleep!
Wishing all my friends happiness and wellness on the journey!
Here we are on Thanksgiving weekend after our run!
My diagnostic imaging at the beginning of October showed that there is no growth and no spread of cancer in my body. The miracle continues. There is no other word for it.
To celebrate my wellness I decided to run a half marathon on Thanksgiving weekend, the 40th anniversary of my arrival in Canada. The run was made more special as my son ran beside me all the way on a perfect running day, cool, no wind, bright and clear. What joy!
And now, my best news! I have committed to running the Two Oceans Ultramarathon in Capetown on March 26 next year. I will not be alone! It will be an amazing experience running from the Atlantic to the Indian Ocean and back! I have miles to go before I sleep!
Wishing all my friends happiness and wellness on the journey!
Here we are on Thanksgiving weekend after our run!
Glad to hear all your good news and plans, Nigel. Happy trails to NZ.
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ReplyDeleteSo glad to see that you are enjoying life! Enjoy your time in New Zealand.
Libby
Just goes to show what a positive attitude and a fighting spirit can achieve. I was diagnosed with Parkinson's Diseases 9 years ago and adopted Nigel's approach. So far I am still going strong, but no Two Oceans Marathons for me, thank you. Nigel I look forward to welcoming you back to South Africa in March 2016. Give my love to Thelma in New Zealand.
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Terry