More than 25 years ago, Rick
Hansen injured his spinal cord in a car accident. 25 years ago he rolled
through 34
countries, 4 continents, rolled for 792 days, 40,000 kilometers, had 126 flat
tires and he covered the circumference of the earth. The 25th
anniversary Relay is a celebration of what has been accomplished since then.
This includes the research that has been done to help people with spinal cord
injury, make more accessible buildings, parks, restaurants, and services available
for people with disabilities.
I was nominated by the Dr. Gordon Townsend School
to walk and represent them, through my volunteering efforts and striving to
challenge yourself no matter the obstacle that faces you.
Meeting Rick Hansen was an amazing opportunity;
he is a humble man with inspiration that radiates from his body.
Being a difference maker and being one person of
7000 to help complete the medals journey is amazing. The feeling of excitement
that comes from every step I took was out of this world.
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