Shelby Twp, MI...
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September 30, 2008 -- It was a day that I will never
forget. It was a day full of hope, understanding, determination and
strength. It was a day when people came out determined to make people aware
of a condition that very few know about. They came in car loads, with them
came their families, friends and neighbors. Their spirits were high and the
donation sheets were full. Some traveled just a few miles while others came
from the Upper Peninsula of Michigan to share the day with us. Each one of
them came for a different reason but one thing was the common denominator.
HOPE. Each person there was full of hope, hope that what they were about to
do was going to make a difference in their lives or in the people they care
about lives. So we gathered over 150 strong we shared the great news of
Conquer Chiari’s success up until that moment and we walked together for
three miles talking to the people in front, back and on the side of us. We
learned a lot from each other’s experiences, and offered a shoulder to lean
on when the mental burden got to be too much. After the walk many stayed at
the park for hours just to give each other some piece of mind or to chat
about how we were going to make next years walk even better. The day was a
huge relief for many. For many it was the first time in a long time that
they could meet with others who knew what they were going through. Who have
already been down the same path. Michiganders came out on September 20, 2008
and they came out strong and graciously donated close to $6000.00 dollars on
that day alone. At the end of the day almost everyone saying that they will
see each other next year and that they were going to bring even more friends
next year as well. I could not possibly have asked for a better outcome for
the 1st annual Conquer Chiari Walk across America Michigan Edition! I want
to say thank you one more time to everyone who shared the day with us and
extend a warm welcome to those who are reading this now and want to join us
next year!
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