Interview

Just a quick post to share a little YouTube clip. On her last trip to the Autism Treatment Center of America, Tanya, Felicity's mum, was interviewed on her journey with Felicity and the Son-Rise Program.
Take a look HERE and be warned, you might need a tissue :)

City2Surf Results 2012

A chilly start to the morning had our runners huddled up like emperor penguins in the crowd of 85,000 to stay warm while they waited for the start gun to go off but once it did they were off!

Anton and Amy were in the Blue group which started at 8:30 then Paityn took off with the Yellow group at 9:05. (Sadly Julia had to step out of the race at the last minute due to shin splints as she hopes to recover in time to do the Half Marathon in just a few weeks time).
For Anyone who has run the world famous Sydney City2Surf you'll know there are all kinds of things and people to see on the course and this year had some great sights to see once again on the way to Bondi beach.

RESULTS:
Amy - 1:21:17
Anton - 1:21:30
Paityn - 2:20:19

We are touched and amazed at the donations received in support of these awesome runners for Felicity and have the counters currently standing at $1560! THANK YOU!!!

With a smile on her face!!

Last weekend, while playing outside, Felicity took a bit of a nasty fall and it was immediately obvious she had hurt herself. Without being able to put into words where or how badly it hurt Felicity was able to let us know her leg was very sore and, with lots of help she hobbled inside. A few days passed and her leg didn't seem to be getting better so a trip to the hospital told us she has some ligament damage that will take a good week and a half to heal. Felicity is now sporting a leg brace/boot that is helping her feel confident enough to move around on her own.
Now if this happened to many others there would be a whole lot of complaining and lounging around on the couch, right? not for our young lady - Miss Felicity hasn't changed her bubbly personality one bit. She'll happily tell anyone within her reach all about her leg by pointing, gesturing and grunting and she is doing it with her big beaming smile!
This amazing girl can not be knocked down!!

Felicity is still wanting to be outside in the sunshine where she loves it so much to be able to throw the many items we have collected all around the yard (check out the clip HERE to see Felicity in action a few weeks ago 'throwing'). She will not be convinced to sit still for much longer than it takes to sing a few songs with her before she is up and at it again.

Now if that's not some awesome inspiration for others, I don't know what is! I will be one of the four running in this weekends City2Surf for Felicity - if and when I start getting a little tired or my legs start to get sore and will me to stop or slow down it's Felicity's determination that I will think about to get me to the finish line with a beaming smile!!
I, and the other 3 runners this weekend: Paityn, Julia and Anton, are just 2 sleeps away from race day and would LOVE your support as we run the 14kms for Felicity

Donations can be made by using any of the following methods:

Direct Deposit:
Account Name: T J Costin
BSB Number: 944 300
Account Number: 012 598 461
NOTE: If you would like a receipt, for tax purposes, please send your email address, postal address and a copy of the direct deposit transaction to - tanya@intellectualdisability.org

Cheque:
Cheques are to be made out to: T J Costin
Please post them to:
Running the Marathon of Autism
T J Costin
P.O. Box 304
Church Point
NSW, 2105
NOTE: If you would like a receipt, for tax purposes, please include a note with your email address & postal address

Paypal:
Donations can be made with your credit card through paypal.
You do not need a paypal account to make a donation.
Just click on the yellow Donate button found on the sidebar of this blog and follow the prompts.
A receipt will be posted out to you.

THANK YOU in advance and wish us luck - Can't wait!!
Happy Friday, Amy

Why are they running? Paityn - City 2 Surf 2012

2 weeks to go! 2 weeks to go! 2 weeks to go!
We are getting excited now and being her second time around taking on the Sydney City 2 Surf, Paityn knows just what she is in for!
At only 15 years of age Paityn asked us if she could be a part of our Running The Marathon of Autism team for the second year and of course we said Absolutely!
Paityn has been doing odd runs around her local area for training and can't wait for race day. When asked why is she wanting to do this 14kms for Felicity, Paityn told us: "the main reason was obviously to raise money but also because while she goes through so much for an 11 yr old every day of her life raising money and pushing myself to finish 14km run is nothing compared to what Fliss and you guys do"

What an inspiration you are Miss Paityn! We are behind your efforts the whole way!!

To show your support for Paityn and what she is doing for Felicity be sure to pop over to our DONATE page HERE for way to sponsor her awesome effort!!

Why are they running? Anton - City 2 Surf 2012

With just a little over 4 weeks until the City 2 Surf we thought we should introduce our awesome 2012 Running The Marathon of Autism runners. We have Four participants who will take part in the 14km fun run on August 12th and the only one of those four who will be running in the famous race for the first time is Anton.
Anton has been training for he race with runs & bike rides around his local area and can't wait to cross the finish line at famous Bondi Beach!!

Dad of two little ones and a member of Felicty's extended family we asked Anton why he wanted to join our team this year...
"Being Felicity's Uncle, I have known her from when she was a little baby and have seen all the huge changes in her life. I am running in the City 2 Surf for the first time this year and would love to do it in support of Felicity, her family and what the Son-Rise Program has brought into their lives"

To show your support for Anton and what he is doing for Felicity be sure to pop over to our DONATE page HERE for way to sponsor his awesome effort!!

City 2 Surf 2012 - want to join us?

Registration for entry into the 2012 City 2 Surf have officially opened and we have a growing team ready to take on the world famous, 14km race for Felicity - woohoo!! Are you planning to be a part of this event in 2012? I highly recommend it for a great day out in Sydney City. Wether you are a serious racer or just like the outdoors and a bit of people watching this is a day not to be missed. So far this year we have 4 registered runners who have pledged to complete the course for Felicity and her Son-Rise Program. Our runners - Anton, Julia, Paityn and Amy would love to have you join them as they rally sponsorship donations in the lead up to the day. If you were planning on being a part of the massive crowd on August 12th why not do it for Felicity and help us reach our fund-raising goal of $5000 for 2012 - we would be very grateful!!

All you need to do is head HERE to the City 2 Surf website and register yourself for the race then shoot us an email to tanya@intellectualdisability.org letting us know you are keen so we can forward you details of how to start letting your friends, family, workmates even strangers know you would love their donations and support - easy! Let the training begin!!

Last run of the year - 7 sleeps to go!!

Next weekend holds the final event for Running The Marathon of Autism for 2011. On Sunday 9th of October Maryke will be running the 42km Melbourne Marathon for Felicity on the very same day Felicity will be celebrating her 11th birthday. We reckon that's a great omen for it being a wonderful day and wish Maryke all the best for each and every step her legs take! Run Maryke Run!



Please help us continue to support Felicity through her Son-Rise Program by sponsoring Maryke in the HUGE final event of the year. All Donation details can be found by clicking HERE

We'll be sure to let you know how the day goes. Both Maryke's marathon run and Felicity's birthday celebrations ;D