Sophie's Run

Today was another success. We completed 21 km. It was a very, very, very hot day. The heat got to us at times, but we managed to get through it. We were very lucky to have the support of our police escort Tom. He directed traffic and made sure that everyone knew that we were running through Burlington. Our first awareness was at a plaza in Burlington. Three young high school girls came over to visit to find out what we were doing. They were encouraged by our campaign, bought markers and signed our banners. We were touched that we were able to engage a younger crowd. Then we went to meet the Mayor of Burlington, Cam Jackson. He was very welcoming of us. We met with him and learned about his efforts to raise awareness for colorectal cancer. Then we carried on our journey. This is when the heat started to take its toll and the lactic acid in our legs built up. We fought through it though!! What was so encouraging was people telling us that they saw us on the news and how proud they were of our awareness campaign. At our next stop we continued to touch people. People bought our shirts and continued to sign our banner along the way. After our run, we went to dinner at the Queen's Head in Burlington. They treated us to lunch!! Thank you!! We continued to touch and share our story. A gentleman at the bar came up and handed us $40 and wished us well on our journey. What a day!! We all realized that this campaign is touching lives and will save lives. I felt my mom with me today; guiding us and making sure the team was safe. I still feel that we were all chosen for this journey. I am blessed to have a great team with me. My dad, uncle, Jeff, Jill, Natalie and Kelly.......what a team!! Us girls do wonder how long my dad and uncle will last........lol........they are taking good care of us women!! Thanks,Nicole & Team

"Today was an emotional day for all of us. It is somewhat soreil...........an idea that started almost 2 years ago is now a reality. We are all motivated by the awareness and education that it will bring to colorectal cancer. We are all feeling great. No blisters or sore feet yet. We would also like to thank everyone who came out, volunteered, and participated in Sophie's Run. We are all so greatful. Tomorrow we will be starting in Burlington and running to the border of Hamilton. Will keep you posted on our progress........" Thanks,Nicole & Team

Today was another success. We completed 21 km. It was a very, very, very hot day. The heat got to us at times, but we managed to get through it. We were very lucky to have the support of our police escort Tom. He directed traffic and made sure that everyone knew that we were running through Burlington. Our first awareness was at a plaza in Burlington. Three young high school girls came over to visit to find out what we were doing. They were encouraged by our campaign, bought markers and signed our banners. We were touched that we were able to engage a younger crowd. Then we went to meet the Mayor of Burlington, Cam Jackson. He was very welcoming of us. We met with him and learned about his efforts to raise awareness for colorectal cancer. Then we carried on our journey. This is when the heat started to take its toll and the lactic acid in our legs built up. We fought through it though!! What was so encouraging was people telling us that they saw us on the news and how proud they were of our awareness campaign. At our next stop we continued to touch people. People bought our shirts and continued to sign our banner along the way. After our run, we went to dinner at the Queen's Head in Burlington. They treated us to lunch!! Thank you!! We continued to touch and share our story. A gentleman at the bar came up and handed us $40 and wished us well on our journey. What a day!! We all realized that this campaign is touching lives and will save lives. I felt my mom with me today; guiding us and making sure the team was safe. I still feel that we were all chosen for this journey. I am blessed to have a great team with me. My dad, uncle, Jeff, Jill, Natalie and Kelly.......what a team!! Us girls do wonder how long my dad and uncle will last........lol........they are taking good care of us women!!