It’s Time
I am in my tenth year of being a parent of a child with type 1 diabetes and never have I ever felt the opportunity and promise of making significant headway in fighting this disease, than I do now!
As you now know, Because of H2V I have had the fortunate opportunity of meeting people from across Canada and the US who are working to make a difference. We are all commonly working to raise awareness for type 1 diabetes and raise money to fund research to finding a cure for this disease.
As mentioned in previous blog entries, we have had the opportunity of meeting Team Type one for the USA. The winners of the 2007 Race Across America. I am absolutely blown away at the level of professionalism they bring and the great work they are doing. The amount of awareness and the money they are raising is a huge contribution to the cause. I sincerely hope to see them on the road with team H2V.
I am also continually inspired by the smaller efforts of individual children and families who are collecting money through lemon aid stands or bottle drives at their schools. I am continually encouraged when I here from supporters that they have met with the local support groups and extend their appreciation and tell me they will see us road side and help cheer us through their communities.
I am also touched by individual parent who are stepping up to the plate. Last week I had the pleasure of meeting Michael Leblanc. Michael is in the same boat that I am in. He has a 7 ½ year old daughter suffering from type 1 who was diagnosed at 2 and a half. He is a father willing to make a difference. Michael is an avid cyclist and will be bringing his peloton from Moncton to help pull Team H2V.
This morning I had the fortunate opportunity of being a guest and speaking to the White Rock Rotary chapter. They absolutely blew me away by their interest and willingness to help our cause. (I think there is something in the water out there) My friend Norm (now best friend) proposed to the group that they start a national challenge with all the other rotary clubs across the country, to either match or beat the dollars that they have raised as a group. Thank you very much to Norm and all his fellow White Rock Rotarians for the incredible support.
Never have I felt this big of opportunity to make a difference for all the kids living with type 1.
Everyone has to realize that we now have an incredible opportunity at hand and we have to capitalize on that opportunity.
Now is the time to make some noise, shake some trees and stomp our feet and raise the dollars that the researchers need to finish the job.
So large or small, loud or quietly please consider how you can hitch your wagon to the team H2V locomotive.
As you now know, Because of H2V I have had the fortunate opportunity of meeting people from across Canada and the US who are working to make a difference. We are all commonly working to raise awareness for type 1 diabetes and raise money to fund research to finding a cure for this disease.
As mentioned in previous blog entries, we have had the opportunity of meeting Team Type one for the USA. The winners of the 2007 Race Across America. I am absolutely blown away at the level of professionalism they bring and the great work they are doing. The amount of awareness and the money they are raising is a huge contribution to the cause. I sincerely hope to see them on the road with team H2V.
I am also continually inspired by the smaller efforts of individual children and families who are collecting money through lemon aid stands or bottle drives at their schools. I am continually encouraged when I here from supporters that they have met with the local support groups and extend their appreciation and tell me they will see us road side and help cheer us through their communities.
I am also touched by individual parent who are stepping up to the plate. Last week I had the pleasure of meeting Michael Leblanc. Michael is in the same boat that I am in. He has a 7 ½ year old daughter suffering from type 1 who was diagnosed at 2 and a half. He is a father willing to make a difference. Michael is an avid cyclist and will be bringing his peloton from Moncton to help pull Team H2V.
This morning I had the fortunate opportunity of being a guest and speaking to the White Rock Rotary chapter. They absolutely blew me away by their interest and willingness to help our cause. (I think there is something in the water out there) My friend Norm (now best friend) proposed to the group that they start a national challenge with all the other rotary clubs across the country, to either match or beat the dollars that they have raised as a group. Thank you very much to Norm and all his fellow White Rock Rotarians for the incredible support.
Never have I felt this big of opportunity to make a difference for all the kids living with type 1.
Everyone has to realize that we now have an incredible opportunity at hand and we have to capitalize on that opportunity.
Now is the time to make some noise, shake some trees and stomp our feet and raise the dollars that the researchers need to finish the job.
So large or small, loud or quietly please consider how you can hitch your wagon to the team H2V locomotive.
4 Comments:
Kyle,
Your comment about the involvement of Rotary and Diabetes fits my vision .
I, as the spouse of a Rotarian in Salmon Arm , BC , felt very empowered reading my letter to the August 2007 rotarian magazine, including the letter from Sylvan Barnet, New York , N.Y., USA , who is an alternate Rotary representative to the United Nations .
It will be a big step forward if we can enlist Rotary members 's support world wide to make a difference in the lives of all people with diabetes ...I plan to be around and witness the continuous improvement in our lives living with diabetes.
Cheerio, Nel , type 1 since 1983 , insulin pumper for over 6 years.
Kyle,
I am so proud of you and your team for taking on this mammoth project, as some inspiration has been greatly needed to unite those affected by diabetes across the country and beyond. We are all in this together, after all!
What your example makes possible for others is the opportunity to be a part of something greater than themselves, and the knowledge that each and every person can make a difference.
As someone who has lived with Type I diabetes for >18 years, I know the challenges and struggles of trying to ensure a healthy future all too well, and it is a 24/7 siege to try and manage all the elements of blood sugar control. This journey will never end – until there’s a cure.
Thank you for all that you are and all that you do, and for daring to be extraordinary!!!
Good Luck and Happy Trails,
Sandy
Hi Nel
You continue to amaze me.
Anything we can do to work collaboratively on the Rotary pledge plan would be fantastic. I know that you have meet Cheryl Wilson Stewart – it is her husband Norm who is spearheading our Rotary Challenge. I think it would be a great idea for the two of you to talk and share ideas.
Thanks again Nel - look forward to hearing from you.
Kyle
Hi Sandy
I apologize for the late response.
Yes, we are all in this together – and it is important that everyone understands they can make a difference. Large or small people have to understand they can make a difference. A small effort is greater than no effort at all.
For those people that have always wanted to get involved – but don’t know where to start Team H2V is a prefect opportunity. Go to our website and click on “Volunteer”, Under the “Participate” heading. There are 101 suggestions on how to get involved. Pick one thing, or three things, or 10 things, and do them. What ever your comfort level is.
The journey will end when we find a cure – I am confident we will find the end.
I am simply one person of a very talented team of individuals that want to make a difference for the people who are living a compromised life.
I am a very fortunate person to have the extraordinary people working with me.
Kyle
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