Pipe Dream: “A plan, desire, or idea that will not
likely work; a near impossibility.”
Yes, it is a
reality, a week from now 18 cyclists, 18 bicycles, a few spare parts, 7 crew
members, 5 vehicles and 2 trailers will be on the road from Kanoneiland to
Lourensford in order to raise funds for CANSA. 6 months ago the tour, now known as the
Cannon-to-Cape was an idea, a dream, a number 20 on the bucket list, a mere
PIPE DREAM. Due to hard work, commitment, planning and amazing sponsors this
particular pipe dream is now a reality...and it is approaching so rapidly
our heads are spinning.
Yesterday, we came
together for a “trial pack”: This is how
hard we worked:
Yes, planning take
a lot of time and energy...yesterday, a week from the final pack for the tour,
everything was in place, spirits were high and everyone seemed ready for the
challenge of their lives.
The past 12 weeks,
resting was a luxury, now the cyclists are resting, preparing themselves
mentally for the tour. They really have
done everything in their power, to have the capability to successfully complete
the tour, now all they can do is hand it over to our Maker, and believe that
this tour will truly be blessed and that everyone will arrive safely at
Lourensford.
In the words of one
of the group members: “We are doing this for people who, due to their
circumstances, are not able to do certain things. We are doing this to provide hope. More
importantly, we are doing this for children living with cancer. Therefore, when the going gets tough, hold on
to the fact that we are doing this for a cause far greater than our individual
pride or insecurities. We are a wonderful group of friends, and after this tour
we should be closer then ever”.
Next week, while on
tour, we will be updating the blog daily.
In the meantime, please keep the tour & the tour members in your
prayers.
-Elizca
FNB Sponsor:
We would like to
thank FNB for the tour bags, jackets, and other goods sponsored by them.
The bags truly give
a sense of belonging to the team, the gesture and support is truly appreciated
by every member of the group.
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