A big thank you to members from the YMCA for organizing the Silent Auction held at Trinity United Church. Also, thank you to everyone who donated items for the auction. The day was a huge success! Thank you everyone!!!
Monday, March 29, 2010
Thank You YMCA Members & Trinity United Church
A big thank you to members from the YMCA for organizing the Silent Auction held at Trinity United Church. Also, thank you to everyone who donated items for the auction. The day was a huge success! Thank you everyone!!!
Thursday, March 11, 2010
Silent Auction Saturday March 27, 2010
Trinity United is holding a Trucker's Breakfast from 8:30 to 11 am. This is where I am holding a silent auction in support of my bicycle trip across Canada. All proceeds from the silent auction will be going to Awareness of Thyroid Cancer, Cancer Research. Please drop by and have a look at the items and participate in this well worth cause.
LOCATION: Trinity United Church, 67 Trinity Way, Timberlea (Street across from Tim Hortons)
DATE AND TIME: Saturday, March 27, 2010 from 8:30 to 11 am
Cancer Prevention Presentation
I am giving a presentation on attitude and exercise pertaining to a better quality of life at the Westin Hotel, 1181 Hollis Street, Tuesday, March 23, 2010, 7 to 9 pm. Please drop by.
Life Journey on Wheels by Kevin Cox
Gary Jones passed the test of a lifetime when he underwent surgery for thyroid cancer in December, 1997. Now the long-time member of Trinity United Church in Timberlea is going to test himself -and his bicycle- on a 4,500 mile ride across Canada to raise money for thyroid cancer.
The ride isn’t just a physical challenge; it’s a spiritual one, according to the bearded, muscular truck driver who has been planning the trip ever since he got a clean bill of health from his doctor in 1998. Now that he’s retired after 38 years on the road, it’s time to hit the blacktop again.
“My life journey has been on wheels”, he says with an infectious grin. “I started with 18 wheels, graduated to 22 and drove from east to west.”
“My mission within my new journey starting in May is to bike west to east on two wheels hauling hope, faith and attitude”.
He’s scheduled to dip his wheel in the Pacific Ocean May 15 and will set an ambitious target of crossing the country in 45 days.
Gary’s attitude is well known in his home congregation where he has done everything from acting in plays to pouring concrete and heading up the church’s famous trucker’s breakfasts where diners are treated to heaped plates of beans and eggs and bacon topped off with pancakes. He’s also renowned for his energetic and enthusiastic speeches to the congregation either celebrating the last church event or advertising the next one.
That energy has also been evident in his fund-raising effort for thyroid cancer – so far he has raised over $8,658 and his goal is $20,000. But Gary is not a man who limits himself in anything.
There is a long list of supporters on his website garybiking.blogspot.com and it grows every day that he is on the road with his passionate story about the need for cancer research funding.
“I’m anxious to get on with this amazing adventure of crossing Canada by bike and fund-raising because I am a survivor of thyroid cancer,” he said.
So in the meantime it’s hammer down as Gary continues to train on roads around Timberlea, logging the miles to get ready for the big trip.
“My strength and my attitude come from enjoying life. Every day is a holiday,” he said.
“It’s all about smiling.”
Gary invites anyone who would like to support him to visit the garybiking.blogspot.com website for more information. Donations can be made to “Bank of Nova Scotia Cancer Research” or contact Gary at 902-876-2415.
The ride isn’t just a physical challenge; it’s a spiritual one, according to the bearded, muscular truck driver who has been planning the trip ever since he got a clean bill of health from his doctor in 1998. Now that he’s retired after 38 years on the road, it’s time to hit the blacktop again.
“My life journey has been on wheels”, he says with an infectious grin. “I started with 18 wheels, graduated to 22 and drove from east to west.”
“My mission within my new journey starting in May is to bike west to east on two wheels hauling hope, faith and attitude”.
He’s scheduled to dip his wheel in the Pacific Ocean May 15 and will set an ambitious target of crossing the country in 45 days.
Gary’s attitude is well known in his home congregation where he has done everything from acting in plays to pouring concrete and heading up the church’s famous trucker’s breakfasts where diners are treated to heaped plates of beans and eggs and bacon topped off with pancakes. He’s also renowned for his energetic and enthusiastic speeches to the congregation either celebrating the last church event or advertising the next one.
That energy has also been evident in his fund-raising effort for thyroid cancer – so far he has raised over $8,658 and his goal is $20,000. But Gary is not a man who limits himself in anything.
There is a long list of supporters on his website garybiking.blogspot.com and it grows every day that he is on the road with his passionate story about the need for cancer research funding.
“I’m anxious to get on with this amazing adventure of crossing Canada by bike and fund-raising because I am a survivor of thyroid cancer,” he said.
So in the meantime it’s hammer down as Gary continues to train on roads around Timberlea, logging the miles to get ready for the big trip.
“My strength and my attitude come from enjoying life. Every day is a holiday,” he said.
“It’s all about smiling.”
Gary invites anyone who would like to support him to visit the garybiking.blogspot.com website for more information. Donations can be made to “Bank of Nova Scotia Cancer Research” or contact Gary at 902-876-2415.
Friday, February 12, 2010
Thank You Be. Massage
A big thank you to Be. Massage for donating all proceeds from their fifth anniversary in business. Special thanks to the proprietor, Julie Kells and the massage therapists who worked with her that day.
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
Christopher John Coady by: Warner Baxter
He was born Christopher John Coady March 26, 1996. He was your typical happy healthy baby boy with a big ear to ear smile.
On July 1, 1997, age 16 months he was diagnosed with Bilateral Retinal Blastoma eye cancer. After many chemo treatments and trips to Toronto's Hospital for sick children, at a very young age of 2.5 he lost his left eye to the disease.
Well known musicians as the late Jeff Healy and Terry Kelly both have the same disease.
His parents are Tim and Dana Coady, two of the strongest people I have ever had the privilege of knowing.
Christopher began school at age 5 as most children do, he blended right in and had many friends. He loved to ride his bicycle, scooter, roller blade, play road hockey, music, play his video games, read wrestling magazines and as most kids run and play with his friends. He also had a laugh so distinct you could hear him over any crowd of children.
Then the unthinkable happened on March 16, 2005, he was diagnosed with Osteosarcoma. The same cancer that Terry Fox had. This claimed his left Humaras on September 3, 2005 and was replaced with an adjustable Titanium Rod. He was discharged from the hospital on November 11, 2005.
In spite of all that Christopher had been through, he remained happy and very positive. He was a big Halifax Mooseheads fan. He was also Montreal Canadians #1 fan. He and his parents went to many Mooseheads games. He even got his picture in the Chronicle Herald with the Mooseheads while at the IWK hospital and received an autographed jersey from the team. He and his friend Anthony along with his parents flew to Montreal to see a Canadians hockey game where he met the team Captain Saku Koivu.
He loved his grandparents Gerald and Joane Coady very much. I would jokingly call him Little Gerald due to the fact he loved money and was very good with it just like his grandfather. He also had a very special bond with his Aunt Susan that I can't explain. Christopher loved everyone he knew and everyone loved him back, he had a way of melting your heart. He and his buddy Travis Comeau spent countless hours together at home and in the hospital just being buddies and playing games, watching movies and such.
Then it happened again during a routine checkup, doctors found a tumor on his left lung on June 17, 2008. Diagnosed with Bilateral Thoracotomy. Doctors acted quickly and with chemo he responded and healed very quickly from this episode.
But in spite of all this he remained strong in spirit and positive. Still the happy go lucky child. He excelled in school through all of this and was a very bright and intelligent young man.
On November 11, 2008, he was readmitted to the hospital and diagnosed on November 12th with an inoperable tumor on his spine. Osteosarcome again this was treated with Radiation.
He spent Christmas 2008 in the hospital while at home a major renovation to the family home was underway. This was spearheaded by close family friends Clevie and Michelle. There were also many corporate donors and trades people who donated supplies and labour and were able to transform their home into a wheelchair accessible comfortable home for Christopher including a chair lift outside.
On March 26, 2009, Christopher had an amazing 13th birthday party with at least 100 people attending. He had a blast and the weather was warm and sunny; it was great! He enjoyed many presents and lots of good food. He was able to get home on the odd weekend pass which he loved.
Later in the week of March 26th, he developed pneumonia and at approximately 4:30 am on April 1, 2009, Christopher departed us. His Journey here has ended and a New Journey has begun.
The parents of Christopher are Tim and Dana Coady.
On July 1, 1997, age 16 months he was diagnosed with Bilateral Retinal Blastoma eye cancer. After many chemo treatments and trips to Toronto's Hospital for sick children, at a very young age of 2.5 he lost his left eye to the disease.
Well known musicians as the late Jeff Healy and Terry Kelly both have the same disease.
His parents are Tim and Dana Coady, two of the strongest people I have ever had the privilege of knowing.
Christopher began school at age 5 as most children do, he blended right in and had many friends. He loved to ride his bicycle, scooter, roller blade, play road hockey, music, play his video games, read wrestling magazines and as most kids run and play with his friends. He also had a laugh so distinct you could hear him over any crowd of children.
Then the unthinkable happened on March 16, 2005, he was diagnosed with Osteosarcoma. The same cancer that Terry Fox had. This claimed his left Humaras on September 3, 2005 and was replaced with an adjustable Titanium Rod. He was discharged from the hospital on November 11, 2005.
In spite of all that Christopher had been through, he remained happy and very positive. He was a big Halifax Mooseheads fan. He was also Montreal Canadians #1 fan. He and his parents went to many Mooseheads games. He even got his picture in the Chronicle Herald with the Mooseheads while at the IWK hospital and received an autographed jersey from the team. He and his friend Anthony along with his parents flew to Montreal to see a Canadians hockey game where he met the team Captain Saku Koivu.
He loved his grandparents Gerald and Joane Coady very much. I would jokingly call him Little Gerald due to the fact he loved money and was very good with it just like his grandfather. He also had a very special bond with his Aunt Susan that I can't explain. Christopher loved everyone he knew and everyone loved him back, he had a way of melting your heart. He and his buddy Travis Comeau spent countless hours together at home and in the hospital just being buddies and playing games, watching movies and such.
Then it happened again during a routine checkup, doctors found a tumor on his left lung on June 17, 2008. Diagnosed with Bilateral Thoracotomy. Doctors acted quickly and with chemo he responded and healed very quickly from this episode.
But in spite of all this he remained strong in spirit and positive. Still the happy go lucky child. He excelled in school through all of this and was a very bright and intelligent young man.
On November 11, 2008, he was readmitted to the hospital and diagnosed on November 12th with an inoperable tumor on his spine. Osteosarcome again this was treated with Radiation.
He spent Christmas 2008 in the hospital while at home a major renovation to the family home was underway. This was spearheaded by close family friends Clevie and Michelle. There were also many corporate donors and trades people who donated supplies and labour and were able to transform their home into a wheelchair accessible comfortable home for Christopher including a chair lift outside.
On March 26, 2009, Christopher had an amazing 13th birthday party with at least 100 people attending. He had a blast and the weather was warm and sunny; it was great! He enjoyed many presents and lots of good food. He was able to get home on the odd weekend pass which he loved.
Later in the week of March 26th, he developed pneumonia and at approximately 4:30 am on April 1, 2009, Christopher departed us. His Journey here has ended and a New Journey has begun.
The parents of Christopher are Tim and Dana Coady.
Thursday, January 28, 2010
BE. CELEBRATES FIVE YEARS
Be. Massage Therapy will be celebrating their fifth anniversary on Tuesday, February 9th, 9 am to 7 pm.
Join us for coffee and muffins and information about massage therapy.
All proceeds from that day will be donated to Gary Jones - Thyroid Cancer Awareness and Cancer Research Cycling Across Canada. Be sure to book in for that day to support Gary.
For more information please visit our website
www.bemassagetherapy.com
Join us for coffee and muffins and information about massage therapy.
All proceeds from that day will be donated to Gary Jones - Thyroid Cancer Awareness and Cancer Research Cycling Across Canada. Be sure to book in for that day to support Gary.
For more information please visit our website
www.bemassagetherapy.com
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