BRIDGE TO BRISBANE..... RISING UP
Yesterday my eldest son and I competed in the Annual Bridge to Brisbane Race. We had organised a team... "Rise Up To Autism", donned our runners, singlets and hats, hitting the beautiful streets of Hamilton.
It was a perfect day, filled with thousands of fellow walkers and runners each supporting various causes. The buzz in the air was electrifying as we all anticipated the start of the race. All along the route, which had a background of the beautiful Brisbane River, were various entertainers, Music and live bands, water stations, fans spraying water - which the kids loved.... and other festivities. It was great!
Before too long, after 5 kms, we were at the finish line.... and resting under the massive tents and marquees that had been set up in the Brisbane Exhibition Grounds.
Many competitors had dressed in various costumes for the event; Elmo, the Cookie Monster, Spiderman, Pirates, Wonder woman, the Flash and even a Phantom, all to raise well needed funds for the major beneficiary, Legacy Australia. However other well known charities also achieved wonderful fundraising results; Autism Queensland and AEIOU - both Autism affiliated groups. I even saw a Laser Beak Man team.... how cool. Laser Beak Man is a character created by Tim Sharp. He is 23 years old and has Autism. He is a wonderful role model to many.
You can check out many terrific photos on the Bridge to Brisbane Website....
Well Done Brisbane..... !
Who knows... maybe one day...
We will have our "Rise Up To Autism" Charity established.
Our own Marquee at the Bridge to Brisbane. An army of
supporters and maybe even become the Beneficiary
Charity for the Race.
Anything is Possible if we Believe.....
1 comment:
your drive and commitment is an insperation to us all Rach!
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