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	Québec City - June 19, 2003 Jeff, Congratulations to you and your team for your great initiative. I sympathize with you in your grief for your great-aunt who died of cancer lately. Your dedication for research against cancer will help you reach your goal. Good luck ! Doris Tremblay <doris_tremblay@dmr.ca> Quebec, QC Canada - Hamish et la gang- Bravo! Vous etes en train d'accomplir un projet fabuleux. Continuez a pedaler et a rendre cette cause une source d'espoir pour plusieurs autour de la planete. Une bonne amie de la famille Cousineau. -Nicole Vaillancourt Nicole Vaillancourt <nicoleaubie@hotmail.com> northbay, ON Canada - Hamish et la gang- Bravo! Vous etes en train d'accomplir un projet fabuleux. Continuez a pedaler et a rendre cette cause une source d'espoir pour plusieurs autour de la planete. Une bonne amie de la famille Cousineau. -Nicole Vaillancourt Nicole Vaillancourt <nicoleaubie@hotmail.com> northbay, ON Canada - Hi Guys, You are doing incredibly well-keep up the great effort! Looking forward to seeing you tomorrow-I think you're going to have alot of people rooting for you when you get close to home. Take care of yourselves. Sue Crews - Hey Julie, rememeber me im katie stevenson sierra's friend good luck with the driving i love you love- katie katie stevenson PORT HOPE - hello aunt julie i love you so very very much . i guess ill see you on the 20 th and in gan . i miss you so much your boys say hi mommy and matt and nick tooo. I LOVE YOU SEE YOU SOON MUCH LOVIN SIERRA sierra marcuz CAMPBELLCROFT - I was reading Jamie's diary entries at work and it made me feel inspired and envious at the same time. What an amazing life experience...to test your limits physically and emotionally, all in the name of helping children across Canada realize their dreams. Your progress amazes me. For my part, I've been sending messages into the cosmos for pampering winds and sunshine. Maybe a plate of those oh-so-decadent brownies upon your return? Laurie Thompson <laurie.thompson@pfizer.com> Toronto, ON Canada - Morning Boyz of the C2C team. Hope last night was a good one for you. Your efforts are awe inspiring. Can't wait for the Ride Around Lake Ontario this fall. Kev, as I've said many times before, guys like you, Jeff, Hamish, Scott, Freddy, Ron, and the rest of the C2C Team, give us the inspiration to play in your playground. We all learn to be better people because of your efforts.Your love for life, whether it be on a bike or at the local watering hole, You Guys Rock Dave Peets <dpeets@sprint.ca> Toronto, On Canada - Godd morning riders. HOpe this night was a good one for you. When you come through Woodstock, can you have real T.H. coffee and doughnuts? Let me know we will be waiting for you at that end of the city. If you can give us a call on our cell phone Jeff. Diane knows the number. So we can get up and going. The Kennedy family is pretty exited to see you as well. Love Lou and Emmi Lou and emmi Woodstock, On Canada - I've driven across Canada, so I know how big it really is. What you guys are doing is pretty amazing. In memory of my mom, dad and sister, thank you for doing this. Brendan Gibney <brendan.gibney@consulting.fujitsu.com> Ottawa, ON Canada - Congrats on reaching the half-way mark! We're pulling for you and thanks for leading the fight against this disease - our family is very grateful. Good luck and god bless. Darrin Curtis Fairfax, VA USA - I think its great that you are riding for cancer, but I am sick of the term "Coast to Coast" from Vancouver to Halifax. It insinuates it is the entire country and as we know coast to coast (across Canada) includes Newfoundland and Labrador. Why is the ride not ending in St. John's.. then it would be coast to coast Someone in Newfoundland St. John's, NL Canada - keep up the good work guys,be safe and ride on the wings of angels,many like my niece Linsey are watching over you larry robichaud <ljroichaud@sympatico.ca> Markham, On. Canada - Hi C2C Gang, just a small quote for the day. "We are here to add what we can to life, not to get what we can from it." One day away from home. You must all be so excited to travel into Mississauga tommorrow. The weather ahead looks clear and sunny not too hot. Love the team photo. The support team is doing a bang up job. My many thanks to Ron, Dr.Pat and Lon, Eric and Mitch for making it easier for me to sleep at night. I know that are being well cared for. Love you all Diane (hope to catch up with you tommorrow. Bike is getting tuned up at Gears so I will be able to fly). Diane Mississauga, Ont - Just want to wish you well and thank all of you for what you are doing. You are all amazing!! My sister found out last September that she had breast cancer. She has recently had surgery to remove one of her breasts. Thanks to you and the new treatments that are available today, you most likely had a part in saving her life. Thank you from the bottom of my heart! Keep up the good work!! Guy L. Blais (Vitus) <g-blais99@ rogers .com> Ottawa, ON Canada - It had been a quiet night at the local bar so far, but then the door was thrown open and an Interstate highway strode in. "I'm an Inter-state highway," he declared. "I stretch from coast to coast and have at least four lanes, shoulders, and a median almost my entire length. I have the highest speed limit of any highway. I'm best of the highways, and I'm afraid of no highway and no road." He then strode up to the bar, ordered a beer, and began drinking it, while looking around. A short time later, a four lane highway came in, went to the end of the bar, and ordered a beer. The Interstate looked him over and walked over to him. "I'm an Interstate highway," he declared. "I stretch from coast to coast and have at least four lanes, shoulders, and a median almost my entire length. I have the highest speed limit of any highway. I'm the best of the highways, and I'm not afraid of you." The four lane highway said "I agree that you're the best. I don't want any trouble with you. Let me buy you a beer", and he did. They drank their beers and discussed their engineering specifications. After a half hour, the door opened again and a two lane road came in, went to the other end of the bar, and ordered a beer. The Interstate looked him over and told the four lane highway that he had to take care of the new arrival. He walked over to the two lane road and said "I'm and Interstate highway. I stretch from coast to coast and have atleast four lanes, shoulders, and a median almost my entire length. I have the highest speed limit of any highway. I'm the best of the highways, and I'm not afraid of you." The two lane road quivered a bit and said " You're absolutely right. You are the best of the highways. I'm just a lowly two lane road. I don't want any trouble. Can I buy beers for you and the four lane highway?" The Interstate motioned the four lane highway to come over, the two lane road bought beers for each of them, and the three of them drank their beers and discussed the merits of various paving material. After another half hour, the door opened again and a strip of asphalt about eight feet wide came in. The Interstate highway ducked behind the bar and hid there quivering quietly. The bartender was shocked. After serving the asphalt strip, he walked over to where the Interstate was hiding. "I watched you stand up to the four lane highway and the two lane road. You said you weren't afraid of any highway or road. Why are you hiding from that little asphalt strip?" The Interstate replied quietly, "It's true that I'm not afraid of any highway or road, but he's a cycle path." Too homour or not too homour?!!!! Good nite gang!!! Kim Nolan - Just reviewed your route across the part of Canada where I grew up, southern Sask, Western Man. Sure hope the wind was at your backs! By now you must be in really great shape! All the best, and keep going!! Dean Sharratt - Wow, half way there, you guys are amazing - you warm my heart and soul for what you are doing, keep up the good work. My son has Hodgkin Lymphoma, thanks for doing "something", God Bless you all Denise <dmoxam@cogeco.ca> ON - Tues, June 17th... Ron - I just received info from Virginia last night and have been reviewing the web page ever since. FANTASTIC! I didn't realize the significance of what you were doing until reading everything on the web page. I cannot stop reading and have everyone at the office doing the same. We are very proud of you. Keep up the good work! Love, Sandy, Gerry, Scott, and Kelly Sandy, Gerry, Scott, and Kelly Kitchener, - Jeff, I was very sorry to hear about your Aunt. She is in a much better place now, free from pain. I wish you and the C2C team all the best. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Dennis Boston & Family <dennis.boston@consulting.fujitsu.com> Roseville, CA - Hey Team, You guys are doing great. You are touching the lives of so many people. Ride hard and safe, with tailwinds all the way. see you on Friday. Kinger - To Kevin and all the C2C team!! You have become very influential in our community. You do not have any more hours in the day than the rest of us, but your dedication to this ride,shows us how time can successfuly contribute to fighting cancer. You are headed in the right direction, each pedal stroke,no matter how small, is getting you closer to your goal. You are truly an inspirational team. Love Ya !! Val Val MacDonald <VMacdonald@thc.on.ca> Mississauga, Ont Canada - Nice progress... I´m anxious to see you guys ride over water. Freddy always bragged about that. I want to see pix! Erik Carlberg <ecarlberg@baringcapital.com> Mexico City, Mexico - Keep on riding guys....Dites-vous que ceux qui ont le cancer comptent sur vous! Waiting for you in Montréal next saturday! Claude Cuillerier <claudcc@sympatico.ca> Montréal, Qc Cdn - Hi Mitch...you guys are making great headway. Travel safe and our prayers are with you all. Love Mom & Dad Helen & Warren Kennedy - Your Mom and Dad are with me now and we are all cheering you on and wish you God Speed. We leave for Vancouver tomorrow for Jill's Wedding. We will miss you but know your goal is worth a lot to so many people. Love Grandma Betty Betty Kennedy - Jeff, we're pulling for you. We hope to be able to see you on Friday when you go through Toronto. We'll get the detailed route from Diane. Stay well. Trudy and Dave Trudy & Dave - Hey Jamie! It's Grace! I read your little message to me and thanks sooo much: )! I hope the rest of the trip is good and you make it back here soon because Pacale told me that i can see you after which im looking forward to alot! Good luck with everything down there and i'll keep buying bikes from our school to supprot you! O and by the way thanks for that amazing picture that you gave me:))))) i have it up in my room in a safe place! Bye Jamie Grace Barakat Mississauga, Ont canada - I like you man but your crazy, not even superman would think on making something so crazy but superman doesn´t have such a big heart like yours. Man I can´t believe how fast youre going, why do you even have a car? why dont you go shopping and to work on your bike. Well I wish best of luck to all of you guys and i wish you acomplish your quest safely ( not life frodo in lord of the rings , so for christ sake dont go bumping into a ring ok) well good luck. P.D:Before I go heres some good advice, ¡ Dont fall down ! Andres Andres <locker260@hotmail.com> D.F., D.F mexico - Hello Hamish! Wow I can't believe how far you guys already are! I wish I could have seen your interview but missed it. I try to check for updates daily on the site for pictures and how you are making out. I'm happy the wind and the angels are with you. Keep going strong! You guys are wonderful. Pete's aunt will put in a request for a dedication for Pete;s mom, Carrie Brideau, who we lost to cancer. We are so proud of you and your team! Way to go! I hope to see you when you come through Oshawa! On pense a toi! Love the Brideau's (Pete, Sylvie, Dominique & Gabrielle) ;) Sylvie (Cousineau) Brideau <sylvie-pete@rogers.com> Oshawa, On Canada - I am very proud to know that you are taking on such a task. I can´t believe how fast you guys are going!!!! Best of luck in the road ahead and hope you return safe and sound. Sofia Sofia <sofi__@hotmail.com> D.F., D.F mexico - We are all thinking of you, and you are making us all very proud, take care.... Love Melissa(mama) Melissa Carlberg D.F., D.F mexico - Hello Hamish! Wow I can't believe how far you guys already are! I wish I could have seen your interview but missed it. I try to check for updates daily on the site for pictures and how you are making out. I'm happy the wind and the angels are with you. Keep going strong! You guys are wonderful. Pete's aunt will put in a request for a dedication for Pete;s mom, Carrie Brideau, who we lost to cancer. We are so proud of you and your team! Way to go! I hope to see you when you come through Oshawa! On pense a toi! Love the Brideau's (Pete, Sylvie, Dominique & Gabrielle) ;) Sylvie (Cousineau) Brideau <sylvie-pete@rogers.com> Oshawa, On Canada - No words will articulate how proud we are of all your accomplishments on this ride. It's truly inspiring to watch your progress on this amazing web site and really get a feel for where you are, and how things are progressing. Always remember how incredibly proud we all are of you and how much we love you and wish your team the best ( you have to know that the pillar of strength writing this note is now sobbing ). As you pass through your hometown, Woodstock, watch for the psycho family roadside jumping up and down with pride and excitement. See you tomorrow P.S. to the girls at Fujitsu, if you thought he was hot before wait until he gets back from a bike ride across Canada. Love always The Kennedy Family Kennedy Family - Kevin, Coast to Coast gang, great work. What you are doing in helping the fight against cancer touches everyone and is truly inspiring. You guys are the best, keep up the good work. We'll be watching from Vermont Mathieu Toulouse & The Gears Racing mtbike crew Mathieu Toulouse Coast to coast, Canada - Hi Scott, I cannot believe how FAR you and your wonderful friends have ridden. I rode 15km to work today and now feel worn out. You, your friends and your crew are all angels! Thinking of you and following this awesome journey. kylie <kyliemilo@yahoo.com.au> maple ridge, - Cher Hamish - Félicitations et bravo pour ton entrevue à Radio-Canada mercredi. J'étais très émue et surtout très surprise de voir comme tu te débrouilles bien en français.....continue. Il faut avoir le sens de l'aventure, le don du dévouement et surtout de la persévérence pour entreprendre cette grande aventure......que ce grand voyage soit très généux pour la société du cancer....bonne route et bravo pour ta belle performance....on est fiers de toi et nous te souhaitons un bon voyage car tu as déjà accompli presque la moitié de ce long parcours. On t'aime et on te suit en pensée On t'aime Gonzague et Pierrette. pierrette cousineau Sturgeon Falls, - C2C Team...I was giving thought to your enormous effort and sought a parallel in poetry that would speak to this issue. I think I found it and in my mind it offers an interesting view of C2C. In 1920 Robert Frost wrote in "The Road Not Taken"...."They took the road less traveled by, and that made all the difference"...On behalf of everyone at Candlelighters Canada and all of the kids and their families I am so glad you "took the road less traveled by"....See you all in Halifax....Kal Tobias President & CEO Candlelighters Canada Kal Tobias <ktobias@candlelighters.ca> Toronto, Ont. - Hi Hamish. I hear that you guys are burning your bums out,but all for the best cause of course. On friday we will try to be there in Oshawa when you go by. You are way ahead of schedule, no wonder your legs and bums are hurting. We all follow the route and comments every day. Bonne chance et bon courage. Nous sommes bien fier de toi et ta belle famille. BRAVO HAMISH. Friday is Sally's day and saturday is Pierrette day. Both days will be very special for you and us. We also have a special though for Noella sister Gertrude who survive breast cancer last year. Noella & Miguel Cousineau <mignoelc@hotmail.com> Oshawa, on Canada - Hi Jeff and team: We hear you might be coming through Woodstock pretty early in the morning. No matter we will be there. Looking forward to seeing you. Lou and Emmi Lou and Emmi Woodstock, On canada - Jeff and the team...your incredible spirit and energy is a wonder...truly you are 'driven by what's inside'. (This is the tag line for Lance's new Suburu commercial but you'd think they were really talking about the C2C Team.) See you in T.O.! Melissa <melissa.brown@consulting.fujitsu.com> Toronto, ON USA - Hey Team! You are doing great! I can't beleive your in the US already! Best wishes from all of Hillcrest. We are so proud of you. Espeacially me because my cousin who is thirteen had cancer. And my Grandfather currently has cancer and jsut finished his radiation treatment. This means so much to mean and all of us at Hillcrest. Thank you so much and good luck! William Scott <shakezz@hotmail.com> Mississauga, Ont Canada - Jeff - Your commitment and dedication is truly an inspiration. I wish you and the team all the best through the remainder of your great journey. FUN FACT - Did you know that there is a City called "Kevin" in 2 States, a City called "Jeff" in 3 States, a City called "Frederick" (close enough) in 6 States and a City called "Scott" in 9 States as well as 2 Provinces. But the winner is a City called "Brooklyn" which can be found in 17 States as well as 3 Provinces! Sheldon Kest <skest@ups.com> Tenafly, NJ United States - my heart is bursting with pride! It feels so large what your C2C ride gives to cancer research and also our community. I have been following the ride daily with my sons and feel so incredibly good to show them that friends of mine can organize and make happen an event that i know is making a difference. wow, ahead of shedule, y'all amaze me. can't wait to see you fri. tori lambermont p.s. the team gear looks awesome tori lambermont <toriphoto@sympatico.ca> - I was there to see you start your journey in Vancouver, just loged on to see how you are doing and was amazed on how well you are all doing way to go guys Mary Vancouver, B.C. - Guys, great work! As I send this it looks like you're near Superior Wisconsin, which is where Pam's mom's family is from. Sounds like the buzz about your trip is growing. Lakeshore might be a bit crowded on Fri! Keep pushing that yellow blip along the thin red line. Jim Maguire <jmaguire@dc.com> Mississauga, Ont Can - I just listened to an interview with Hamish on Radio-Canada. I was moved to the point that I will make a donation to your cause. It takes guts for amateurs to attempt such a trip. I'm jealous. Best of luck. Bob Bob Lepage <emeryvision@videotron.ca> aylmer, pq - Your efforts are commendable "to a point"..as a 62 yr. old surviving cancer patient and an avid cyclist I am amazed as are other cancer patients in Newfoundland...it's really unfortunate that your group didn't see fit to do Cape Breton Island and take the ferry crossing to Port-aux-Basques Nfld. and "finish the journey"...to St. John's Nfld. (mile 1)..Unfortunately the joke going around is that all the cyclists must be from Ontario and can't handle Cape Breton or Nfld...not my thoughts "but" in hindsight it would have been nice to have called your tour "Cross Canada"..Take up the challenge and finish the journey... Eric Bugge <ebugge@nfld.com> St. John's, NL CANADA!!! - HAMISH ! Bravo,Bravo ! Just saw you on RDI ( French CBC Newsworld ) Tu as été magnifique en un très bon français. Très touchant. Yes you were emotional. What's wrong with that ? You stressed the team effort, the team spirit. Great to hear you say that you and your firends are ordinary people trying to do extraordinary things for kids. And you said so well in the 2 official languages of our magnificient country. À l'avenir, mon vieux,je te parlerai toujours en français... Bon courage. Continuez à faire une différence. Monique Cusineau <moni.co@sympatico.ca> Ottawa, - Hi Ron… As you’re rolling along, I just want to tell you again how much I love you. You’re in my heart every moment of your journey. I’m so proud of you. Albert Schweitzer said: Sometimes our light goes out, but is blown into flame by another human being. Each of us owes deepest thanks to those who have rekindled this light. Ron, you are the spark. With your love and commitment, you’re keeping the flames of hope and inspiration alive for all those touched by this devastating disease. THANK YOU Ron. And THANKS to all of the TEAM. You and your quest are truly awesome. ... With love always, Virginia Virginia Tornto, - Please let Jeff Rushton know the Women in the Fujitsu Lunch Room think he is a Hottie and he Rocks! PS: He has the best legs in the office! Frances Fegan <fran.fegan@consulting.fujitsu.com> Toronto, ON Canada - Guys I think it is such a great thing that you are doing, you have more courage than I do. Way to go! I just have one small question.....if you call it Coast to Coast why are you stopping in Nova Scotia, what about Newfoundland, after all they are a part of Canada too, and they are the most easterly province?! Just a thought. Being from Newfoundland I just don't get it when people don't include our province in certain things? Anyhow, keep up the good work and good luck! Janet Brampton, On Canada - Hey guys! Things are going great! Well ahead of schedule which is testimony not only to your training but your spirit. The journals are up on the site and I loved reading them. I will be asking my spin class to ride for you guys tomorrow and convince them to make donations. See you Friday morning! Yvonne <yvonnecamus@hotmail.com> Mississauga, on Canada - What a great idea! I have a very dear colleague who is courageously battling her cancer. I showed her your webpage and she was just in tears. Good luck to all of you!!! Uli <writeme1962@yahoo.ca> Brampton, ON Canada - Hey Jamie - I walk with your Mom several nights a week and she has been keeping me posted on the cross country ride. You are cycling for a good cause. My Mom had cancer so I know how difficult the disease can be. I wish you and the team all the best for a safe ride for a good cause! Take care! Bev Onken Burlington, ON - Hi Jeff, well you are almost half way through your journey. I was thinking about how lucky I am to have so much good in my life. Seventeen years ago started the beginning of our journey together. Life has brought us both so much to be thankful for. You are a special person and I feel very lucky to have you in my life. Of course I am wiping the tears off the computer before I short it out. I want to say I love you but it is more than that. Can't wait to meet up with you on Friday. I went out for a ride this morning and I have to say I flew like the wind (and you know that must have been pretty fast for me). Hope I can keep up but I really look forward to riding with the guys. Just a quick quote for the gang. "You must be the change you wish to see in the world". Love y'a Diane Diane Mississauga, Ont - June 18, 2003 Dear Friends: On behalf of the residents and members of Council of the City of Mississauga, I am pleased to send greetings to the attendees and participants of The Coast to Coast Ride. This event brings together many residents from all over Canada in a national bicycle ride travelling 7200 km in 10 days. This is an impressive sports event and I am pleased that many of the riders are from Mississauga. I commend the efforts of the organizers and the participants of this event and I am pleased that the proceeds will go towards two cancer charities, Candlelighters and the Childhood Cancer Foundation in Canada. Both of these groups are dedicated to fighting the disease and helping victims of cancer. I wish you the best of luck in reaching your goal to raise $500,000. Once again, on behalf of the residents and members of Council of the City of Mississauga, I wish you a successful and memorable Coast to Coast Ride. Sincerely, HAZEL McCALLION MAYOR Hazel McCallion - As Ursula K. LeGuin once wrote, "It is good to have an end to journey toward, but it is the journey that matters, in the end." Thank you all for making this incredible journey -- it matters so much to so many people! Bronwyn Allen <bronwyn.allen@consulting.fujitsu.com> Seattle, WA USA - Jeff, sorry to hear aboutyour Aunt..I am sure she is watching you all now....wish I could be there this friday in mississauga as you ride through, but i am sending some friends...I am sure it will be good to see Diane and kids- way to go! I love your daily comments, they almost always bring tears to my eyes,and remind me how lucky I am...Libby. Libby Wildman - I would like to thank you for your dedication and strength in making this ride from cost to coast to bring out the awareness of our need to conquer cancer. To the riders and to our Associates Sherry and Julie at Concord, Thank you so much from the thousands of employees at Old Dominion. I thank you with all my heart for your valent ride. Jim Evangelho-Old Dominion Jim Evangelho <jim.evangelho@odfl.com> Fairhaven, Ma U.S.A. - ALl of us here with the Pediatric Oncology Program here at BC's CHildren's Hospital want to send you our thoughts and prayers for a safe and successful ride- thank you. Dan Mornar <dmornar@cw.bc.ca> - Keep up the great work. Look forward to seeing you in Sarnia on Friday morning. Will be there to help find your way through Sarnia towards London and give you support. Wayne Passingham <santacruzsuper@hotmail.com> Sarnia, on Canada - Hey Fellows, as I sit here and read the comments from your guest book the lump in my throat gets bigger and the tears start to swell. Not in sadness, but in happiness and admiration for the six riders and all their support staff. It's a honour to know you , and a privilage to be able to be associate with you, whether it's at my work, your busineses , the kids school, or Pump Hockey. This monster they call Cancer has touched the lives of my family and friends far to often, your ride can only help bring a cure closer. Freddy, I will leave it in your hands to arrange a victory party at the Pump with a 100 % of the proceeds/sales going towards your charities. Cheers, Scott,Kimberly, Alex,Caitlin, and all the staff at The Clarkson Pump Scott Smith <clarksonpunp@rogers.com> Clarkson, ont Canada - The 7 year old son of a friend of mine was diagnosed with melanoma last September. There is so little currently that can be done for these children - I can't tell you how grateful I am for your efforts to improve this situation. I am praying for each of you and wish you health, endurance and love. Good luck and God Bless. Wilma Irwin <wilmairwin@aol.com> Mississauga, ON Canada - wow!....just found out about your ride...God Bless you guys!...praying for your speed, health & supple muscles...great cause!....pullin' for ya...vs vlad sluzar <vladsluzar@hotmail.com> mississauga, on canada - It is knowing that there are people like you in the world that somehow allow the rest of us to keep the faith ! This is a good deed of magnificient proportion !! Best of luck ! Philip and Carol Derzawetz <derzy@videotron.ca> Montreal, QB Canada - Hey dady how are you ? Are you having a blast? I hope you are !!!!!!!!!!!!!! I miss you tons but I will see you friday. How are all the other guys doing? I hope theire having a blast! and daddy please try not to cry. You guys are big boys!!!!!!!! Just kidding, I know how beautiful it is out there cuz I just saw it all driving to Vancouver!! We didn't see you on t.v but I'm sure you did a great job. Well I will see you on friday till then GOOD LUCK!!!!!!!!I LOVE U. JE T'ADORAIME!!! Fabienne Gordon - Wishing you the best. Keeping track of your progress, thanks to Monique. Votre engagement est un véritable exemple pour la jeunesse canadienne. Bonne chance. Laura Charron Gatineau, QC - Hej Freddie! Keep rollin and be careful out there! Hör av Dig när Du kommer till Europa nästa gång, Axel har adressen, hälsningar Lars Lars Carlberg <lars.carlberg@upc.se> Stockholm, Sweden - Hey, guys way to go, keep on "truckin" and enjoying the ride - meeting new people every day and helping a great cause. See you in Mississauga/Toronto. Lorraine Couraud <LCouraud@blaney.com> TOronto, ON Canada - Wow! You guys are flying. Kevin, Jeff and team....your numerous efforts (coast to coast rides, Great Lake Great Ride, 24 hour spins) continue to inspire and motivate. Not to mention raise awareness and funds. On a personal note...I just had my annual check-up (Testicular cancer, diagnosed 1998)....passed with flying colours! We'll have the Pink Floyd 'cranked' in Neil's spinning class to-night to help guide you into Toronto. Cheers, ride safe, John McNally John McNally <john.mcnally@cgi.ca> - All the best on your courageous effort! We will be cheering you on through Mississauga on Friday! RIDE ON! CCBB! Jorge & Lynn Araujo <garaujo@mailnet.on.ca> Mississauga, Ontario Canada - GOOD MORNING CREW!! Just getting ready for work. I've been waking up throughout the nights since you began, thinking of you all, wondering where you are and willing what strength your supporters have for you all to flow through to you. Hope this day is marvelous, as you get closer to the end (but then again, only the beginning) of this journey of a lifetime. Have a great day to all of you. (P.S. Love ya Jay LOL!!!:))) Kim Nolan - Whoops, Realized I made some spelling mistakes Sorry Jamie and By the way the hospital is in Burlington Ontario Steve and Shirley Bottaro <shirley.bottaro@sympatico.ca> - Keep up the good work. Jamioe we know you Mom from the Church. I work at Joseph brant hospital and you will be going by our door. I will put a note in our Hospitla newsletter supporting your cause. God Bless all of you. Steve and Shirley Steve and Shirley Bottaro - Good luck on the rest of the journey. Thank you for your efforts in helping the goal to beat a battle so many are fighting. Awesome. We will be cheering for you, and watching your progress from over here in Spain. All the best. michael barry Girona, Spain - THANKYOU WORLD -, - - - Uncle freddy its incredible what you're doing. From all the challenging things you've done (having the whole carlberg family at your house, etc...) this one is the one im most impressed and the one that I will always admire you for. It is very impresive how far you have gone and how determined you are to help kids wuth cancer you are a real inspiration for all of us keep up the good work and beat the schedule.! Supporting you all the way from mexico youre nephew ERIK Erik <erikcarlberg@hotmail.com> Mexico, D.F. Mexico - Just wanted to let you know how wonderful an idea this is. I heard about this event through a friend (Kylie Newcomb)and could not believe how awesome an idea. I spent a year in Canada in 2000 and sadly saw a friend succumb to cancer. I watch this now with great interest from here in Australia. I absolutely love Canada as well and am still mind boggled about how far and quick you guys are riding...Well done!!! Jodie McLeod <jodiemc@hotmail.com> Brisbane, Q Australia - This battle with cancer will be beaten one day, thanks too the amazing heros of the coast to coast team. RIDE HARD RIDE LONG BECAUSE YOU CAN Jay Clark <teamclark@sympatico.ca> mississauga, ont canada - Sorry guys. I sent my comments twice but one comes from the top of heart and the other from the bottom. Once again, thanks. Darlene Salewski - some borrowed words.... Hope is that single ingredient which allows us to look forward to tomorrow and the positive opportunities it will bring. Hope sets big goals and is not frustrated by difficulties or setbacks. Hope is that extra push that gives us the ability to carry on with our plans even when we feel discouraged or doubtful. Hope pushes ahead when it would be easy to quit. Hope discovers what can be done instead of grumbling about what cannot. Hope "lights a candle" instead of cursing the darkness. Hope realizes that the longest journey starts with one step. You guys are giving hope to so many. Gotta love the way you choose to live life!! Keep showing us!! Now go out there and RIDE!! We love ya!! Andrea Page Mississauga, - Jamie and the rest of the team. What an inspiration all of you are to the rest of us. Thsi dreaded diease took my father from me a few years ago and seeing the role that each of you are plaing in helping to fight cancer is truly inspirational. Jamie it is both an honour and a priveledge to say that I know you and call you a friend. Best of luck and most all "THANKS" (from my Dad). Darlene Salewksi <jessi6191@rogers.com> Cambridge, ON Canada - Hi Jamie and the rest of the most amazing group of guys. What an inspiration all of you are to the rest of us. This dreaded disease took my father from me a few years ago and seeing the role that each of you are playing in helping to fight cancer is truly inspirational. Jamie, it is both an honour and a privelege to say that I know you and call you a friend. Best of luck and most of all "THANKS" (from my Dad). Darlene Salewksi <jessi6191@rogers.com> Cambridge, ON - Jeff & team: What an impressive feat! Ride hard and ride safe - as safe as four wild men can, anyway. All four of you have my wishes and prayers for a successful event and a grand finish. Mark Kasperowicz Los Angeles, CA USA - To Pat et al: Way to go guys! It's quite the achievement. Pat, you're getting good press. My cousin in Edmonton is doing his motorcycle x-country trip and is inspired by you all. I was talking to a guy at a bike shop today, and he was also talking about your trip. Said the trip was on the Toronto news in the last 2 days. Keep it up! Terry Yip <macyip@hotmail.com> Toronto, ON Canada - Jeff- I didnt know about your loss and I am so sorry, but that is what is all about- ending this horrible disease. As I tell you guys everyday- I am so proud of you and feel incredibly blessed to have become involved in this life changing event. Keep on going and stay positive. I will talk to you guys tommorow! susie adelson <susie adelson> toronto, on canada - The yellow blip on the top of this screen is very powerful, it is truly unbelievable the distance you are covering in this short time. We are thinking of you constantly here at Gears! We are so proud of our Mississauga Cycle Kings and promise you a Royal welcome as you pass through at the speed of wheel wind... Come to us safely and continue to inspire, we love you. Ira Ira Kargel <ivk@idirect.ca> Gears Bike Shop, - Hey Mitch, Me once again, this one will not be as long. Looks like I got some of my dedication mixed with my guestbook entry! You know I speak from my heart and I often get carried away; just know that I am doing backflips, and setting off fire works down south for ya! You guys look great! Keep it up! Love, Trish Trish Kennedy Dallas, Tx - Please express our thanks to the Mobility and Web Support Team for the excellent job they are doing in keeping us up to date on the ride. The DAILY JOURNAL is a great addition and really helps readers to appreciate what the riders and support crew are experiencing on the ride. The updated AUCTION section is fantastic in its layout, variety of items available for bid and in ease of use. Thank you on behalf of the many that rely on the site to keep in touch with you. Arnie Rushton Woodstock, ON Canada - Hi Kevin and the C2C team. You are all doing such an amazing thing, giving so much of yourselves for others. Keep your spirits up, and know that so many people are so very proud to know you. "Everyone has a purpose in life...a unique gift or special talent to give to others. And when we blend this unique talent with service to others, we experience the ecstasy and exultation of our own spirit, which is the ultimate goal of all goals." Keep up the great work! Chris Laing Mississauga, On - I told my cyling buddies on Sunday on our ride over the Malahat what you were up to and they said"no way".Now that I've checked out your web site and checked a number of the messages that have been sent to you I'll report back your for real. A great cause and an inspiration to us all. Good luck and I hope your getting the tailwinds you wanted. Ian (LaFong Triathlon Club) Ian Phillips - Hey Kevin and Jeff Just got in from a United Way board meeting and Ingrid had the website up. I looked at the little GPS flashing yellow light and was stunned at the distance covered. Then I thought to what I had accomplished this week and felt somewhat humbled. You guys amaze me and make me feel so mortal. All the best and hope to see you Friday. Go big. Peter Peter Lane - Hey Jamie, We're so impressed with the distances you guys are covering. Keep riding for our friend who we know is with you. See you in Brockville we hope. Lots of love, Carolin and Steve Carolin and Steve - Mitch-I was very sorry to read about your Grandfather passing away at the exact time this ride went underway. I believe that the stream of sunshine you all saw was your Grandfather bursting his way through to watch over you and the crew. He'll be with you in spirit all the way and all your life. God Bless. Kim Nolan - Hey Scott and Friends: We have been following your journey with great excitement and interst - it is such a wonderful thing that you are all doing. Really hoping we can catch a glimps of you and cheer you on as you pass by Kingston Road and Birchmount, we have a crowd of people who want to be here to cheer you on. Lots of love and strength from the Cooper/Stermac clan. Lillian, Randy, Mark and Stephanie. Lillian Stermac <stermac@rogers.com> Toronto, ont Canada - Hi C2C team. By now Jeff has given you the sad news that today his Aunt Helen lost her battle with cancer. You will ride for her on Day 7 and we know that she will be looking down on you and pulling you along. She was so pround that you had set aside 100km of your ride in her honour and wanted so much to be here when you made the ride. Now she will be here in spirit and we hope that her spirit helps to make the ride easier for you. Mom and Dad Rushton <a.rushton@sympatico.ca> Woodstock, ON Canada - We both send our most positive thoughts and think that this trip is an awesome gift! Keep er groovin Kev and team! Doug and Jennifer Sole <sales@souldrums.com> Toronto, on canada - Jeff, we have been following you on the internet. It is a wonderful thing that you and the team are doing. We are very proud of you. Our friend, Thelma Cameron, who lives in Regina is dying of cancer. For this reason, this year's ride has extra special meaning for both of us. Keep those big wheels turning for a cure. Love Grandma and Dadda Grandma and Dadda McIntosh Brantford, ON Canada - To Scott Graham: Hi Daddy!I miss you.I hope you're having a good time. I love you very much!I'm watching you on the website and you're doing great. I will try to see you in Mississauga on Friday or for sure in Halifax. Hi Jamie, hi Hamish, Hi Fred! I love you Daddy, bye! Love Robbie Robbie Kitchener, ON - dear scott I just saw you on tv!!!I AM SO,SO,SO PROUD OF YOU!you are a great person to do this.i can't wait to feel your muscles when you get back(dad told me that!!!!)we are cheering you on!!!"GO SCOTT GO, GO SCOTT GO".rember do your best and.......KEEP THOSE WHEELS MOVING!!! from,emma love ya! keep trying good job!! xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxooxoxoxoxoxoxoxo emma conway <emma_l_conway_206@hotmail.com> Toronto, ontario canada - Jeff - Hope you are feeling the love as one guy I know would say. I look at the map each day and think of how I wish I had the commitment that you all have to execute this heroic trek. Robin Williams thought that the Canadians were looking over the best party...I think we will need to correct him. I think us,Americans, are seeing a pretty impressive site with your efforts. You are almost 1/2 way there!!! Ellen Reilly <reillypress@optonline.net> north caldwell, nj usa - good luck dds - Monique Cousineau is spreading the wonderful message of your accomplishments all over the national capital region. We look up to you guys as heros because you bring hope to so many people. Continuez à pédaler - lachez pas' - bonne chance. Louis-Charles Veilleux -Val des Monts, Québec. Louis-Charles <katima@videotron.ca> Val des Monts, Qc. - Jeff, as you pedal your way through another accomplishment I wish you and your team a safe and successful journey. I must tell you that I selfishly was missing your journals and was pleased to see them return. I will be working on volume 2 for Emmi & Lou as well as myself. How thoughtful of you and your team to include them on the website for those of us who watch you through a monitor. Lets hope a cure for cancer is discovered just over that hill or around the next bend. Evelyn Maurer <2ev@sympatico.ca> Woodstock, ON Canada - your spirit will glide you up over those hills ( that and your professed love of the hill, kevin ) you are truely remarkable people, an inspiration to us all...remember that we are pulling from this end to draw you all closer to your goal...i'm proud to say you are my friends... ingrid lane <laneingrid@hotmail.com> mississauga, on canada - Freddy!! Con muchísima admiración te acompaño por el internet y en mis oraciones. Qué increible hermano tengo. Eres el orgullo de toda la familia. Papy y Mamy te acompañan desde el cielo y sonrien. Este es nuestro hijo!! Go, go, go, Freddy! Axel Carlberg <axel.carlberg@mailcity.com> Lund, Sweden - Hi team, This effort is very unique. You are changing the life and the heart of many people, and I am one of them. You are making the world a better place to live. Great and wonderful Daniel Domingue <daniel_domingue@dmr.ca> Montreal, QC Canada - To the FLYING CYCLISTS : Curious to know which CDs each of you brought aboard the C2C limousine...Contemplating the latest photos, I was sure I was hearing music. Are you aware that you and your dedicated crew are the no.1 Priority in many a life since Day 1 ? Chaque tour de roue est une musique au coeur des enfants affecté par le cancer. Monique Cousineau Ottawa, - Hamish,Fred and Jamie: Great job, I am trying to arrange with the Saturday morning run boys to meet up with you when you roll through Mississauga on Friday morning. Really proud of you. Can wait to hear all the stories when you get back. Keep those bikes rolling. Andrew Murie <amurie@madd.ca> Mississauga, On Canada - Words can't express how much this means to so many people, and how proud we are of you for your sacrifice. Hope you're feeling the positive energy coming to you! Keep pushing on...!! Patricia Campea <pcampea@rogers.com> Mississauga, ON Canada - Patrick aka Health Coach: We proudly told all the kids we know what our Dad was doing this Father's Day. We are unbelievably proud of you and the rest of the people aboard the C2C ride. We wonder if you have any time to sing between cooking? Mom wanted to let you know that we'll be there to cheer you on when you pass through Burlington and/or Mississauga, even if it's 3:00am!!! Cool, eh? We love what you are all accomplishing by putting this great, pure energy out into the collective consciousness (Mom's words!) Judging by where your "yellow dot" appears to be on the may we are guessing the wind must be at your backs and the clouds must be kind! RIDE ON!!!! Macrae,Quinnton & Delainey Kilbride, ontario Canada - Hi daddy! I MISS YOU SO MUCH!!!! and I am so proud of you! and so is the rest of the family! Today when I got home mommy was watching the news to see you, she wouldn't let anyone touch the tv! It was so funny! Everyone at school is asking about you guys...especially Grace, she keeps asking how Jaimie is doing! she says hi by the way Jaimie! WOW! You guys are already in Manitoba! You have no idea how impressed I am! I have to go now, but i can't wait to see you when you pass by Mississauga! I love you so much and miss you so much! Pascale <dancerwith_attitude@hotmail.com> Mississauga, ont Canada - Wow! Kevin you guys are amazing, what an inspiration. Cheering you on from Mississauga. Definitely supportive thoughts & lots of cheers are with all of you till the end of your ride. ride on! Avril Wallace <avril.wallace@cimweb.com> Mississauga, ON Canada - Wow, day 4 already! You guys are doing great and please know that all of us appreciate your commitment and dedication to this worthwhile cause. We'll be waiting for you in Toronto when you ride on by. Diane Stevens <dianestevens@tor.slr.com> Keswick, Ont. Canada - Wow....day 4 already! You guys are doing great and please know that all of us appreciate your commitment and dedication to this worthwhile aause. We'll be waiting for you in Toronto as you ride on by. Diane Stevens <DianeStevens@tor.slr.com> Keswick, Ont. Canada - Hiya Kev :)..I hope you know how proud we all are of you back here..you are an incredible brother and still, after all these years, you continue to amaze me. I have been following your path (on the computer of course; riding behind you would KILL me) :o)...and I hope you know that you are in my thoughts and prayers every minute of every day! Auntie Marg is getting updates via her neighbour with the computer lol...hmmm do you think she would jump up and down if we bought HER one for Christmas? Kevin, I wish Mom was here to see how far you have come since the little shack on Clarkson Road ...I have no doubt she is with you in spirit and if she was here she would be bursting at the seams with love and awe for you! With all our love Kevin.. XO Auntie Marg, Uncle Victor, Jim, & Ali XO Oh and PS..EVERYONE else involved in this ride...she would think you were pretty cool TOO!!! :o) Alison & family St.Catharines, ON Canada - Jamie and all of the C2C crew, congratulations on your efforts thus far. Vivian and I are following along and thinking of your bravery and dedication in this most challenging spiritual endevour. Keep up the faith and know that all your efforts are appreciated by so many people who have lost and continue to fight the battle of this insidious disease. May the wind be always at your back. Janet Steffan <jsteffan@sympatico.ca> Aurora, ON Canada - Jamie and all of the C2C crew, congratulations on your efforts thus far. Vivian and I are following along and thinking of your bravery and dedication in this most challenging spiritual endevour. Keep up the faith and know that all your efforts are appreciated by so many people who have lost and continue to fight the battle of this insidious disease. May the wind be always at your back. Janet Steffan <jsteffan@sympatico.ca> Aurora, ON Canada - Wholly crap, Just took a look at the map. You're tearing up that road like it was all down hill from BC. We'll see you in Toronto on Friday, make that Thursday. Ride well, and safe. Dave Peets <dpeets@sprint.ca> Toronto, On Canada - Hang in there Kevin, we're thinking of you and Jeff and hoping all the training is paying off Jules Julie Newton <julesn@rogers.com> Toronto, ON Canada - Jamie how is my home province of manitoba treating you ??? Watch out for the prairie dogs. Looks like you guys are tearing up the road. Good luck. Stephen A Stephen A - Hello Scott. I have been introduced to this amazing fund raising ride you and your friends are doing by my sister who is currently living in Canada, Kylie. We have both witnessed the impact of cancer in our family and we are now following your amazing progress here in Australia. We cannot imagine the distance that you are riding but you are certainly making a difference to many people's lives. Thanks Ashley Newcomb Brisbane , Australia - Hi Jeff: We want to say thank you for calling us last night. It was really good to hear your voice. It sounded pretty tired, but that is to be expected. Ride save. See you later. We would also like to take this oportunity to thank all the support staff that is with the riders. Without them it would be much harder, or even impossible. Thank you for keeping them safe. The webmaster is doing an exellent job. Love your inlaws Lothar & Emmi Woodsotck, On Canada - hi this is sabrina you met friday.how much money have you earned.I think its cool your riding for cancer acroos Canada.is it true when you get to Alantic ocean your going to dip your front wheel in!Are you riding for 240 hours non-stop and only stopping for 4:00.Do get to sleep?and do you get to see your kids and wife? bye for now Sabrina May sabrina <jaime_a_may@hotmail.com> richmond, bc canada - Hey Freddy! Missing the Four Seasons? Amazing what you guys have done in four days! Congratulations to all and keep it up! Erik. Erik Carlberg <ecarlberg@baringcapital.com> Mexico City, Mexico - Hi Jeff, I've been following your progress and it looks like you have the wind at your back. I think of you and the C2C team often, and the incredible journey you've embarked upon. The impact is amazing. I'll bet you exceed your fundraising goals. Be safe, and have a great celebration when you reach Halifax. Pat Carroll <patrick.carroll@consulting.fujitsu.com> - Kevin, Jeff, Mitch and the entire C2C team, there are not many words left to describe this undertaking, but one comes to mind - miraculous!! Anne's dad was taken from us way to soon by colon cancer in 1983 about a year after we got married. Not many days have passed since that we haven't smiled and thought about him, his Irish spunk and his zest for life. He was a great man. He was also an avid cyclist. He would have loved what you guys are accomplishing!! Thank you for hammering hard to help those that are fighting today and thank you for giving all of us another opportunity to spend a few more moments in our thoughts with those we lost yesterday. See you Friday - Go lads!! Anne & Dan Ferko <dferko@sircomachinery.com> Mississauga, Ont - Hey guys, good luck! We enjoyed having some of the support team stay with us. Days Inn Brandon Staff - Hamish. we are very proud of you and we are following you every day . Saturday will be a special day for Gonzague and me and I thank you again. I hope the weather is with you and the team and keep riding.....for such a good cause. Many thanks....We love you Gonz.&Pier. Your favorite father and mother-in-law Cousineau, Pierrette <hgordon@mobilerogers.com> Sturgeon Falls, ON - Hi Buddy, just wanted to send you another inspirational thought for the day. "There are no shortcuts to any place worth going." Keep your head up, keep smiling and when you legs feel weiry, pull your energy from your family and friends. Love you always Diane Diane Mississauga, Ont - Hi Kevin and the rest of the C2C team, Good luck with your cycle across Canada. I used to paddle in Oakville years ago, I am a friend of Toby Collins. My aunt died of cancer a few years ago, so I believe that what you all are doing is so noble and admirable. You're definitely setting an excellent example for others to follow. May the wind be at your backs! Cheers. Bill Keay Waterloo,ON Bill Keay <bkeay@golden.net> Waterloo, ON Canada - Hi Kevin & team, your achievements are incredible. I saw this quote and thought it's appropriate "the future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams". Keep up the amazing effort, your dedication to highlight these causes is truly inspirational. See you soon in Mississauga. Mariola Broder - Congratulations thus far Jamie! Looks like you've made it over the "heartbreak hills" of the Canadian Rockies and onto the prairies. We here at RAININ are all routing for you and your team and the most worthy cause you are supporting. Doug Leaffer <douglas.leaffer@rainin.com> Woburn, MA USA - Just wanted all supporters to know that the only reason the route has not been updated is because they have been out of range and unable to send web updates. They are doing GREAT and as of this morning (Tuesday a.m.) were already south of Winnipeg. STAY TUNED, updates coming soon!!! Lucie Cousineau - You guys are amazing and an inspiration! Thank you for your incredible fundraising and for raising awareness for the cancer cause. The LAF appreciates your outstanding efforts! Carpe Diem. Elli, LAF staff Austin, TX USA - Hi Jamie, Just wanted to say that Kim is doing a great job spreading the word! and that you guys are absolutely amazing! Looking at the pictures, following your route and reading all the e-mail support is an eye opening experience. I don't think many of us realize what is involved in something like this. Now you've shown us how dedicated and brave you all are. You all deserve medals! You are an inspiration and I hope you have a safe journey. You are in our thoughts. (Thanks to your sister Kim for proudly spreading the word!) Tracey Ryan Cambridge, ON Canada - Kevin and Crew, "Until one is committed, there is hesitancy", and thats what I love about you Wallace- hesitancy does not exist. Thanks for showing me how to committ. Your dedication to others is inspireing. Go for it, I am riding with you!! J to the U Ottawa, On - Hi Guys, Our kids are busy writing their EQAO tests but we are thinking of you and your adventure. Tomorrow we will be sending the toonies for tires, cards home with the students! All the best in the meantime! Cheers, Martin Martin Hunt - Cottingham - Jeff... my name is Todd McDonald and I am a friend of Doug Ulman who works for Lance. He mentioned they met you last year in Austin. I live in Halifax and wanted to offer a place to stay for you and others if needed or perhaps just someone to help you celebrate. Let me know if we can help in anyway. Friend of Lance Armstrong and Doug Ulman <todd.mcdonald@emeraenergy.com> Halifax, NS Canada - To Jeff and Team: Your trip is an inspiration to all. I lost my best friend of 40 years to cancer last year - and it feels so good making a dedication and contribution on his behalf. Hopefully that can lead to helping others. Keep up the great work! Bill Silberman <BILLSILB@COMCAST.NET> East Brunswick, NJ USA - I am amazed at all that you are doing. Thanks so much for inspiring so many people and supporting cancer survivors worldwide! Doug Ulman - What an awesome event and a wonderful effort. You guys keep on biking. Just think how nice it will be to celebrate your accomplishments and take advantage of a nice muscle / body massage when your through! A special yahoo to Jamie. Your tech support team at Rainin will be routing for you! Hugs. Diane Coryell <diane.coryell@rainin.com> Derry, NH USA - Dear Jamie, Your Mom, Sal and your Sis, Kim walk and talk even taller now, knowing your 'genes' are in their 'pool.' I am a survivor, (given a 5-20% chance of that, at the time)and it's directly as a result of the research, that 'gutsy' guys like you and those before you, spending your time and energy, and most of all 'heart,' to raise awareness and funds to support cancer research. I have to admit I became a little 'choked' as I read the comments and the support from around the world. My thoughts are with you ... the "Dirty Half Dozen' of solid muscle and heart. T'will be something to tell your Grandkids, that you 'pedalled your asses, across Canada.' Know that a grateful one is with you and what you are doing. What you are doing, directly affected my life. With luck, will see you on the Lakeshore in Burlington... Carol Journeaux Burlington, ON - An awe inspiring feat by caring individuals for a most worthy cause Co-workers of Kim Nolan Linda / Sue Cambridge, ON CANADA - Note to all GUESTS!!! Remember to visit the AUCTION section of the Coast-to-Coast site and send in your bid! There's lots of great stuff. It's a fun and easy way to contribute to these two great causes and to cheer our guys on! Thank you! Lucie Cousineau - Hi Daddy, I hope we will see you in Toronto. I hope you are having a great ride. I am looking forward to seeing you in Halifax. You are the niciest dad in the whole world. We miss you all the time when you are gone. We love you. From your kids, Brooklyn and Skylar p.s dad I still want a horse. Skylar and Brooklyn Rushton Mississauga, Ont - the "fields of alberta" photograph captures it all - the majestic beauty of your surroundings a true reflection of the bigness in your hearts! keep pushing guys AND i hope your having lots of fun. cb carolynne <bstories> toronto, on canada - Hi Hame, I am feeling full of admiration for you. I Really Honor you and all your team mates for this hugely challenging experience. I Honor you for your courage and your"going for it spirit" I send you lots of Love and know i am with you...peter I will be checking in often Peter Gordon <petergordon@linuxint.com> Berlin, Germany - With all those cars zooming past here's a quote from old Henry Ford to make their wake a little more tolerable.... "There is joy in work....There is no happiness except in the relization that we have accomplished something." Smile while the Ford's go by because you all are certainly accomplishing something brilliant. Marnie McBean Toronto , ON - Knowing that there are people in this world like you fine cyclists showing total humbleness, and dedication makes me feel and endless love that can go world wide! My brother Mitch Kennedy is one the cyclists and I could not be more proud! Knowing that he is on route to fight for a cause that has touched so many souls not only in our family, but in every family and in every race, culture, and nationality! Cancer does not have a culture bias and as people we can help fight the disease by modeling the passion and drive that this team has to offer. My Grandpa Robert Kennedy, and Grandpa Alan Trout passed away with cancer and I know if the knowledge that we have now could have been used 10-13 years ago the pain, and suffering shorter and longivity of life would not have been so hard on my Grandfathers. My Grandma Bunny Trout is a breast cancer survivor and I know along with reseach, but her attitude had a large part of her recovery as well! She has always been optomistic and a positive person and being in the right frame of mind is more times then none half the battle! Knowledge is power and in this case power is reseach to fight against this disease that has taken so many loved ones from us. I truly feel that our loved ones are phisically absent but they will never leave our hearts, minds, and souls, and they are glowing with pride and gratitude towards all dedications and suport, and esspecially this beautiful team that exemplifies true love for what all life has to offer. Thank you coast to coast team you have touched so many lives and I am so greatful! God Bless Love, Trish Kennedey p.s. Mitch I love you very much and as your little sister I look up to you now more then I ever have before! Be safe Trish Kennedy <Trishkdy@aol.com> Dallas, TX USA - Hey you guys, you are doing awesome! It looks like you are a third of the way (but who's counting???) Keep it up, we'll see you in Clarkson! Pam Pam Maguire - Wow... I honestly can say I am astonished and amazed at what you are doing. My uncle (Dennis Couperthwaite) is on this website.. and wow... i really have no idea what to say except I have so much respect for you!! It's people like you who give the rest of us hope. Thank you so much!!!! Steph Couperthwaite <skaterchick698@yahoo.ca> Aurora, On Canada - hey scott! its andrea macmillan! my dad told me about you riding across canada and i must say im very impressed! you guys are doing awsome! you've ridden so far in such a short time! congratulations on all ur hard work! ill send you and robbie a post card when i go to italy! good luck with the rest of the trip! much love andrea m. xoxox andrea mac Unionville, Ontario Canada - To the C2C Happy Gang, here is some food for thought : « Anyone who saves a life, saves the world.» STEVEN SPIELBERG Monique Cousineau Ottawa, - Vous faites une bonne job!!!!!! Vous êtes les bienvenus pour arrêter vous reposer à South Lancaster. Jean et Suzanne vous attendent!!!! Allez-y les braves; la cause est noble. Famille Clément Cousineau <juliec@rogers.com> Ottawa, Ontario Canada - Me again...Just wanted to say that you have all given inspiration to those with cancer and those who have lost someone to cancer. I am very fortunate to know Carol Journeaux, whom I love and respect. She was diagnosed 7 years ago with lung cancer and had a lung removed. It was a rough go in the beginning but she is doing well today. She has a fantastic attitude, a great family, and friends that love her ENDLESSLY. She overcame her cancer and you guys are an inspiration for all others with cancer, you give them hope. This ride also gives pride to all that has lost someone to cancer. There are no words to describe how much you guys mean to the WORLD right now, this is such a wonderful cause you are riding for. Again, YOUR ALL AMAZING. GO TEAM GO!!! Kim Nolan Cambridge, On - I am keeping an eye on you guys. Just want to make sure that you stay rolling. Looks great so far!. Pat I'll be at the Mohican this weekend I'll follow up when I return. The weather here finally looks like summer. Joe Hewitt - hi jamie and freddie and fellow riders: We are amazed at how much you have accomplished. It seems like you just started and it looks like you are almost half way across. We looked at your pictures and you look like you can use a nap. Is that you freddie getting a massage in the front of the RV? Is that safe? Keep up the good work. Steve says someone at work saw your ride on tv. Sam, Ben, Steve and Carolin sam catton <kaecat@magma.ca> merrickville, On - Hey Jay, I'm singing from the top of my lungs about your ride and getting the word out about your amazing feat. Got on a local Kitchener radio station last week (105.3) and sounded like a complete "dork" but atleast got your web site out there!! You all must be tired, don't over due cause I'm expecting you to come thru Burlington on Friday and plan to be there to cheer you all on!!! Saw your picture this morning at 3am ish and man did you look tired. But good!!! Proud to be your sister. And not just cause of this!!! Luv you....Mik Kim Nolan Cambridge, On Canada - Hi Freddy, how are you doing? I'm great! Mommy says you're 4 hours ahead of schedule. GO!go!go! Is it hot? It is suppose to be hot all week long. I miss you alot! We are going to see you on Lakeshore. I think your going to pass on Friday. I hope you are eating alot. I bet it is really easy for you to fall asleep. Keep on riding !!!!!!!!!!xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxox love from MARISSA - I am tracking your progress daily and its great to see so many words of support. Clearly you have inspired many people. Keep up the good work and be sure to keep the images of those who you are helping close to your heart. Val Figliuzzi Chairman ~ Childhood Cancer Foundation ~ Candlelighters Canada Val Figliuzzi - Jay, You couldn't ask for a better week for weather!! Someone is smilling on you all. May an angel be with you the rest of your journey-as in angels in the outfield! Deb, Bill, Travis & Christopher Wiggs. P.S My Grandpa Fielding was a racing cyclist in the depression. Cycling is a part of our history and thank you for bringing that forward, especially for such a GREAT cause. Debbie Fielding Wiggs Burlington, On Canada - Just wanted to say Thanks and good luck on your journey. I'm hoping to see you and cheer you all on as you cycle through my turf, New Brunswick. Thanks again. Jane Knight Quispamsis, NB Canada - TO THE WEB TEAM : Thanks for keeping us so well informed. Great work ! You make us feel as one of the gang. The photos are precious. Merci beaucoup pour votre professionalisme. Monique Cousineau <moni.co@sympatico.ca> Ottawa, ON - Go Go Go,You better be putting suntan lotion on from Mommy.I think you're going to ride across Canada in less than 10 days.I miss you soooooooo much.The Tasmanian Devil is going through our house.I think my class is going to see you on Lakeshore.I can't wait untill we get to see you in Halifax.I love you.xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxox Hugs and Kisses Natalie Carlberg Mississauga, Ont. Canada - Hey Guys, Keep up the great work - this ride is truly inspirational. If/When you get tired, tuck yourself in behind KW's thighs...with that kind of draft you won't have to pedal until maritimes!! Keep on rollin' Winters. Kevin "Chicken Legs" Winters <kwinters@sympatico.ca> Markham, ON - Dear Jeff and Team, I am truly humbled by what you guys are doing. Your dedication is an inspiration. JP Laberge JP Laberge <jp.laberge@consulting.fujitsu.com> Ottawa, ON Canada - Well guys, I have been thinking of you constantly and wishing you well over the mountains - it must have been wonderful to hit the prairies and look back at the climbs behind you! I can only imagine the immense swing of emotions you are all feeling every day, every hour of this journey. So many people are thinking of you and you have all our hearts and all our hope. You are doing great things. Yvonne <yvonnecamus@hotmail.com> Mississauga, ON Canada - Dear Jeff and team, You have been in my thoughts and prayers since you started your journey. My family is with you 100% of the time. We hope the wind is also at your back. Good luck Jack Horney <jack.horney@consulting.fujitsu.com> Ridgewood, NJ USA - I hope that the weather is helping you out--you have enough challenges without being rained on! Hello and good luck to all of you from Nelson United Church in Burlington (I'm the organist there!) and I'll probably see most of you next February for those of you who do the spin thing for 24 hours! (Maybe one day I'll be fit enough to be part of your effort, too!) Jennifer Keenan <keenan@idirect.com> Burlington, ON Canada - You are keeping the dream alive for so many people. You guys truly are Supermen. Ride forever. Neil Ostrom <ostromn@sharpsec.com> Miss, - You are keeping the dream alive for so many people. You guys truly are Supermen. Ride forever. Neil Ostrom <ostromn@sharpsec.com> Miss, - PATRICKwe were thinking about you and the other Dad's on Father's Day yesterday. We feel fortunate that we have a Dad like you involved in LIFE and full of LOVE and Mom tells us that some of the lessons of what you are doing out there on the road may not even seem clear to us for years.We are SOOOOOOO proud of you and we are tracking the yellow ball on the map to see where you are. We are wondering if you are singing to the other guys in between cooking? We are counting the hours until we can cheer you on in either Burlington or Mississauga (or both!) The group of you are inspirational and awesome. Ride on!! Macrae,Quinnton & Delainey - Hey guys... will be waiting for you to help you through T.O. I think I can actually see the blip on my screen move across Canada like the minute hand on the clock! Cancer can be beaten. You guys are awesome! Mark Arnold <markarnold@rogers.com > Brampton, ON Canada - We just wanted to send you all our most heartfelt wishes. We are all watching your progress at Wavell State High School in Brisbane Australia! jodie and linda - Hey guys!! Just got the email about you all and wanted to say a quick WOW! What an amazing thing you're doing - again! Thinking about you on your journey and wishing you good weather, few hills, and lots of positive energy. Give 'er! Laura Poce Toronto, ON Canada - Scott and Team Over the past two years, my younger sister Gail has faced the difficult challenge of fighting breast cancer. She's toughed it out with family and friends encouraging her along the painful trip. Gail has now begun to lead and help others who struggle as she did - it's quite inspirational. As with C2C, those who lead by example and sacrifice capture our imagination about things that never were and cause us to ask "why not?" Hey, not just another set of Class 4s. Chris Luba Scott Tyler Alex Chris Mifflin + Family <clmifflin@sympatico.ca> Toronto, ONB Canada - Jamie, Freddy, Scott and the other riders: keep up the great work! I will be following your progress for the rest of the week. Don Marston <rya_01@yahoo.com> Toronto, ON Canada - So I'm sitting here in the office on a conference call that appears will never end. I'm looking through your pictures and reading the fan mail. You guys are doing a great job! I can't believe how far you've already gone! Hoping for tail winds across the plairies. Put Sask. and Man. behind you and it'll be all downhill. Jim Maguire <jmaguire@dc.com> Mississauga, Ont Can - I admire you all and the cause you are riding for! Thank you for doing this and I wish I could send you strength to help you on the journey. Know my heart and thoughts are with you! Kris Cannon <kacannon@ucalgary.ca> Calgary, AB Canada - Hi Jamie and all riders I spoke with uncle George and he told me about you guys going across Canada for the Cancer research fund I like what you do it helps kids fighting the disease of Cancer GOOD LUCK ALL! mICHAEL MACMILLAN AMOS QC Canada Michael Macmillan <mcmillan@lino.sympatico.ca> Amos, QC Canada - Keep the wind at your back! Christine Whitlock C.J. Productions Christine Whitlock Hamilton, ON Canada - The guestbook comments provide perspective. So many lives are affected by this disease. What you're doing really matters! God bless. Dan Bennett <dan.bennett@consulting.fujitsu.com> Atlanta, GA - Just a quick note to say "Thank You" to all those involved in this wonderful event. It means so much knowing that there are people out there that truly care and care enough to do something to help. Keep up the great work and GO MITCH!!!!!! Joe Pichey <bauer8it@yahoo.com> Lewisville, tx usa - Hey! Wait for me......... Had a Mars bar on June 14th in memory of my Mother, and to help send you on your journy (energy). You never stop amazing me, and that "is" a good thing. "Cheers", Stuart McDonald Stuart McDonald - Kevin - Is there anything you can't do? Wow, you continue to amaze me with your dedication and determination. Good luck and safe and happy riding! Margot Somerville - Quest Adventure - Once again, you guys are inspiring all of us to not only get out and excersize and enjoy this country, but unselfishly support great causes like the one you are riding for. Keep up the great work guys! I'm sending you energy to help keep those pedals turning. Scott Ford <scott.ford@ca.sanchez.com> Mississauga, ON Canada - Keep up the great work! Its a great cause and a great way to see the country. Hope the roads stay smooth and the wind stays from the west! Cheers, Paul D Paul DeVries <pdevries@oesc.ca> Mississauga, on canada - Worked with Hamish Gordon a long time ago at the Office of the Commissioner of Official Languages, and always admired his energy, and I see that it's always present in his life. Heard from your courageous peril from Monique Cousineau, a fan of yours. Wish you and all the other cyclists all the luck and courage needed for this adventure. Salut! Hélène Léon <helene.leon@ocol-clo.gc.ca> Ottawa, ON Canada - K-Wall, I remember when you told me about this ride in December and I couldn't believe it, and now you and Mitch are doing it. You guys are amazing, keep up the good work. Marty Lazarski <martylazarski@yahoo.com> - I am nine years old. Lots of kids in my school have donated lots of toonies to your ride. You've gone far in only three days. You must be really tired. Keep on riding!!!!!!!! Carolyn Mississauga, ON - We hope to see you soon. Best wishes. Christine Sousa at St. Christopher - Good Luck! Katie Cory at St. Christopher - Best Wishes from Mr. Grattan's Grade 4 at St. Christopher. Emma B. says "Go, go, go!" Eddie Grattan - Hey Scott ...crikey..this is a bonza thing you and your mates are doing! I am loving being a part of it on the internet! You looked very handsome in your photo in the Vancouver Sun. Thinking of you guys ...kylie (Maple Ridge) via Australia kylie - There's a big permanent place in my heart for each of you. Thanks so much for your efforts. Melinda Lehman - I would like to wish you the best of luck for a happy, healthy and safe ride. May the sun smile upon you as the days "ride" by. You are good men, with big hearts. Good luck!! :) Shauna Na Toronto, On Canada - Scott and Team: Scott, this year you are the "Worlds Best Dad". We are all so proud of your unselfish effort and setting such a great example your us all. Your goddaughter is bursting with pride and getting the best geography lesson she could hope for to boot. Here's hoping the Praire winds are on your butt. Theres a cool beer on the dock waiting for you. The Conway Family Sarah, Emma, Sharon and Mark Conway <mark@nblc.com> Toronto, On Canada - To the team: can it already be day three. "This is the beginning of a new day. You have been given this day to use as you will. You can waste it or use it for good. What you do today is important because you are exchanging a day of your life for it. When tomorrow comes, this day will be gone forever; in its place is something that you have left behind.... something good!!!" Everyday more checques keep coming in. Love you all Diane Rushton Diane Rushton Mississauga, Ont - Hello Jeff and the C2C Team! I am following your progress from my cottage on Bald Head Island--we love what you are doing. Comments from my sister, Lindsie Raynor, for whom you rode yesterday: "What an amazing group of dedicated, fun-loving, caring, enthusiastic people. Thank you for includng me in such a remarkable group." Keep it up. Rhoda Canter <rhoda.canter@consulting.fujitsu.com> - To Jamie Layfield and All Other Riders to Whom this applies: HAPPY FATHERS DAY! You guys are making a difference for a lot of sick little kids, and their fathers too. May the weather be kind, and the wind at your back. Matthew & Ginette & Lily & Ruby - What a wonderful experience for all of you, and a fabulous cause to be supporting. We're cheering for you Hamish. Annemarie, Don and Darren Parker-Vermeer Annemarie Parker-Vermeer <vermeer@auracom.com> Hillsburgh, On Canada - You're all inspiring, giving hope, and restoring faith in mankind that cancer will not cripple any love or determination to continue fight this disease. May the wind always be at your backs!! All t Sarah Ray <sarah.ray@unilever.com> Toronto, On Canada - Thank you for doing a very good thing. Colin <colin_toal@hotmail.com> Toronto, ON Canada - Best wishes and good cycling to you all! Craig DeAngelis - Hi Guys! You are in my thoughts every minute for the next seven days. Words can't quite express the impact you're having on people all over the world, not only those affected by cancer, but aspiring athletes as well. I am moved by your courage. We're working on more dedications from our end, so you'll be meeting lots more courageous young people to carry you along. Good luck, have fun, and God speed! Alisha Denis <adenis@candlelighters.ca> Toronto, ON Canada - Good luck, to you all, and let the sun shine upon you all throughout your ride. I'm very proud of your work for well deserved charities. I've had many people pass through my life who have been affected by cancer in some way and I do hope that some day it will be beaten. Lorraine Couraud <LCouraud@blaney.com> Mississauga, ON Canada - What happend day to day 3 ? Did you quit ? Paul Greeves <cats_in_coats@hotmail.com> - Your treck across Canada in 10 days is outstanding and very moving! This is an inspiration to us all to get in gear and help others who need our love, encourgement and support. Cancer (leukimia, skin, ovarian) has been prevelant in my family and I thank you very much for your ride to help fund the research for a cure. I love you Grandpa Sperry, Edna Lee, Nanny Sperry and Mom. This ride is for you, too! Teresa Porter <tporter@techdata.ca> Halifax, NS Canada - Bravo Hamish, Jeff, Scott, Jamie, Fred et Kevin. Our thoughts, cheers and spirits with you as you trail blaze througth this amazing g-race. Lachez pas la patate!!!! Famiile Cousineau Vermeer - Bravo Hamish, Jeff, Scott, Jamie, Fred et Kevin. Our thoughts, cheers and spirits with you as you trail blaze througth this amazing g-race. Lachez pas la patate!!!! Famiile Cousineau Vermeer - One province done, a few more to go! Keep on cycling. Thank you for your beautiful venture. Will be following you all the way. Christiane Montgiraud <chriscot@sympatico.ca> Toronto, ON Canada - Je vous dit un gros merci et bonne chance à tous pour votre grande action PIERRETTE MADORE <gmadore@attcanada.net> - Its really great to see you guys do this youve got all our support all the way from mexico. How about next time you take my dad with you. He wont be of much help but he can help wiht the luggage. Erik Erik Carlberg Jr. <erikcarlberg@hotmail.com> mexico, mx mexico - Here we are in New Mexico and our love and support go out to our son Mitch Kennedy and your entire team. We have given a dedication to Mitch's Grandfather Trout from Saskatoon who died of Lung Cancer in 1990 and also our dear friend Betsy Smith, from New Mexico fighting Pancreas Cancer. There is "State of the Art" technology out there and great success has been achieved in fighting all types Cancer. There are so many fighting this dreaded disease and we want to thank each and every one of you for your time, dedication, effort in this wonderful endeavor. Travel Safe....our prayers are with each and every one of you We are indeed gifted to have such dedicated, gifted people to bring awareness of how to give love, spport, strenght and peace to those who are fighting, or to families who have lost loved ones. How quickly life can change. Helen & Warren Kennedy - Way to go everyone! We were surprised to see that you actually did BC in one day! Keep up with the photos! They are fun to see. Carmelita Carmelita Nangle <nangle.family@snet.net> - To all the cyclists: Your great human gift brings hope to people struck by cancer and inspiration to the human family. You are proof that you don't have to know someone to help them. You are an example of ordinary people doing extraordinary things. Ride safely and may your generosity sustain you on the toughest parts of your route. Good luck! Anne-Marie Rosada Toronto, ON Canada - Jeff - Wishing you well. Don't think about work...it will be there when you get back...Clear mind. Think of all the money you are raising for a good cause..enjoy the green! Ellen Ellen Reilly <reillypress@optonline.net> north caldwell, nj usa - Jeff - Wishing you well. Don't think about work...it will be there when you get back...Clear mind. Think of all the money you are raising for a good cause..enjoy the green! Ellen Ellen Reilly <reillypress@optonline.net> north caldwell, nj usa - Kevin and Mitch... how many knock knock jokes does it take to get through the Rockies? answer... probably way more than it will to get through the prairries! Totally awesome to track you as you go... How does the theme song from Grease go? think about it.... ha... bet that song sticks in your head for about 150KM!!! Be strong. Marnie McBean toronto, - Wow what an amazing ride. You guys are the best. Mitch, Kev, Saturday morning isn't the same without you two. Jonathan Weisz - Way to go!! Hamish and team!! You're an inspiration to the nation!! Merlin, Jamaal, GB <c.merlin@rogers.com> Toronto, ON - Boyz, I'm totally pulling for you. Way to go. I'm at work on Sunday night and I thought I'd check in to see where you are. Looking awesome so far. Looking forward to catching up with you in Mississauga sometime next week. I can't believe you guys can travel so far in such a short time. You should be proud of yourselves. Take care and forget about the pain. out.....Jeff Brossmann Jeff Brossmann <bross@atlasbusinessmachines.com> - Jeff, as you embark on this journey across Canada, you and the team give so many people hope for a cure. Your selfless journey can only inspire many of us to join the fight against cancer. You also give our children a path to follow. Not too many fathers would give up their vacation and family time to pursue such an endeavour. You are showing our children and many others to fight for life and not to let obstacles stand in their way. Brooklyn and Skylar are very proud of you, as I am. Enjoy each moment of your ride, take in the scenery and believe that with your efforts, one day there will be a cure. Love you always Diane, Skylar and Brooklyn.(the sun is setting in Haliburton and it is absolutely gorgeous. Wishing you were here. Have a Happy Fathers' Day). Diane Rushton Mississauga, Ont - sounds like you guys are doing incredibly well, and are ahead of schedule-hopefully the weather will continue to cooperate-stay positive and everything else will follow!!! our thoughts are with you every pedal stroke of the way! sue crews mississauga, on can - sounds like you guys are doing incredibly well, and are ahead of schedule-hopefully the weather will continue to cooperate-stay positive and everything else will follow!!! our thoughts are with you every pedal stroke of the way! sue crews mississauga, on can - Oh Scotty!!! I tried!! I was out there with you body and soul but just not at the right time. We drove to Banff about 3:20 and i rode back along the trans canada until 5:00! I love what you guys are doing!! Next year i'll work on that timing and getting my students involved. Safe journey. love jo Jo Pillar <jopillar@hotmail.com> Canmore, Alta Canada - I too have a father who is a cancer survivor. He was diagnosed 2 years ago and with todays available treatments has been free of the disease for 1.5 years and counting. My father in-law was not so lucky and passed away in 1991 after a short battle with lung cancer. I have the pleasure of working with Jeff Rushton as a fellow Fujitsu employee. GOOD LUCK and GOD BLESS all of you! David Bainbridge <david.bainbridge@consulting.fujitsu.com> Saint John, NB Canada - Keep Pedaling, Keep Well. As Red Greene sez, We're pulling for ya!!! :))) Love you Jay, Dad Gus Layfield Verona, On Canada - Dear Jamie, Congratulations to you and your fellow bikers on the amazing feat that you have all undertaken. Watching the weather network religiously-haven't seen you yet but sure do know the temperature of every nook and cranny in Canada!!:)) Wishing you a safe and happy journey, great success with the fund raising, good weather and may the wind always be at your back!! All the best Colleen Nolan in Kitchener and Jim Nolan in Montreal!! P.S. Happy Father's Day Colleen Nolan Kitchener, On Canada - Hey, guys! Thanks for the magnificent photographs! I wish I were there cycling with you! I can't wait to meet you all when you arrive in Toronto on Friday! Keep up the good work! We are all cheering for you! Louisa & family Louisa <louisa.cantelon@sympatico.ca> Toronto, On Canada - Great to see you all on Friday noon at Kits Beach--and I'll be checking in several times daily from now on! My business practice is to "provoke leaders in organizations to act with greater courage and passion" and I'd like to make the entire team Poster People for doing just exactly that. While many talk about helping eradicate cancer, you are all doing something about it. I hope your journey inspires others to act in the same way it has just done for me. May good luck, good friendships, good weather and great spirit propel you on your journey!Christy, Paul and Allison The Garrity's <christy@enoreo.on.ca> Weston, Ont. Canada - You are embarking on an endeavour that holds the highest of purpose, and transcends normal life. There are few better things we can hope for than to be part of a noble cause that is greater than each of us. I congratulate each of you, and wish you the best of success in the many faces of adversity. Remember - the greatest hazard in life is to risk nothing. All the best from a fellow traveller Chris Hadfield, Colonel, Astronaut Canada - Hi there Hame your'e turning out to be some kind of super cousin!!! I hope that H there Hame, you are turning into super cousin. I hope that you all have a great ride. I would like to send a check in moms name. It will come from Beth as she holds my Canadian cash. Where would I send it ? Lots of love and best wishes.XXOO Kate your southern cuz you have a great ride. I will check on you kate hall <khall785@aol.com> edisto Is., sc usa - The time is now my friends. You've all spent the last 6 months preparing for this day. Start this adventure knowing that you each have done everything possible to be ready for the task ahead. We all believe in you and your cause. I'm looking forward to seeing your smiling faces here at the shop on the 20th as you pass through. Ride hard and keep the rubber side down. Ian - i think this is a wonderful thing these people are doing!! i wish them all the best!! kim <kthomas555@hotmail.com> mississauga, ont canada - Hamish, In a few hours, you and your friends will hit the road ! Hope you feel the moral support from so many people. If the road becomes too rough...whistle the melody so dear to the heart of your two girls : SUMMER TIME ! It's for the well being of all the children of the world, young and old, that you will cross Canada, as you use to say : Canada notre chez-nous, Canada, it's our home ! Nous sommes avec toi ! Monique Cousineau <moni.co@sympatico.ca> Ottawa, - Bonne chance et bon courrage! Thank you for using your passion in cycling to fight something that no one can predict or control - healthy or not. We will be following your journey. Sylvain, Johanne, Laura et Marie-Ève Montreal, PQ Canada - ON FRIDAY JUNE 20TH YOU WILL BE PASSING THROUGH PORT HOPE ONTARIO. MY FAMILY AND FRIENDS WILL BE THERE TO OFFER OUR SUPPORT TO YOU WONDERFUL PEOPLE WHO HAVE GIVEN UP SO MUCH OF YOUR TIME AND ENERGY FOR SUCH A WONDERFUL CAUSE. SPENDING SO MUCH TIME AWAY FROM YOUR FAMILIES, TO HELP FAMILIES THAT YOU DON'T EVEN KNOW IS HEART WARMING. THANK YOU FOR DEDICATING A 100 KM STRETCH TO MY HUSBAND JERRY MARCUZ AND TO MY FATHER DOUG BARR. I PRAY THAT WITH YOUR EFFORTS YOU CAN HELP PUT AN END TO CANCER. THERE ARE MORE THAN ANGELS WATCHING OVER ME, I BELIEVE, OH, I BELIEVE SINCERELY CINDY MARCUZ AND FAMILY CINDY MARCUZ <cmarcuz@sympatico.ca> Campbellcroft, ON CANADA - Our thoughts and prayers are with you. An old Irish saying is "May the wind be at your back and the road come up to meet you" In this case we only want the road to come up to meet the tires. Be safe! Jim and Jan (Woodstock) Jan Post <jpost@execulink.com> Woodstock, On Canada - To Hamish Gordon and all the crew, we wish you all the best for the full journey. Your courage is amazing. Godspeed to you all and safe return. Uncle Miguel & Tante Noella, <mignoelc@hotmail.com> Oshawa, ON Can. - Hey my friends. You are a true inspiration. Thanks for riding for my Mom on day 1. She would have been so proud that I have friends like you guys. So many say "what can I possibly do?". You don't ask, you just do. Ride safe. Alison, Brad, Thomas and Ainsley Alison <alison@mediaprofile.com> Mississauga, ON Canada - Wishing you sunny skies, westerly winds and God's speed. Lots of Love, Barb Barb Jensen - Great cause.Good work.We all support your efforts at Concord Transportation Vancouver BC Glen Chreptyk Delta , BC Canada - Kevin, Jeff and the entire C2C team, 14 hours to launch!! The only thing more incredible than the feat you are about to undertake is the level of hope that you generate for so many. Let that hope be your fuel. - Give er boys!! Dan Ferko - You guys continue to inspire! good luck on your journey and don't kevin slack off too much!!! :) John Yip - Way to go,you are touching the hearts of millions of people across Canada. Good luck to you on your journey for a cure. Les Lane <llane@concordtrans.com> Delta, BC Canada - Scotty G and Company we just made a donation from the Buckley Girls. Your and the entire teams drive and committment to this is infectious. We are routing for you all and I hope our contribution makes a difference as I know the Coast to Coast teams actions most definately are. Way to go! Sean and Jenn Buckley <sbuckley@buckproductions.com> Toronto, Ontario Canada - Good luck to all of you! We'll be watching you and wishing you the best. Mark Williams <markpwilliams@aol.com> Great Falls, VA USA - Keep up the ride and the fight! You guys are thr greates and my pledge for Jeff Rushton inmy son Norm( a cancer survivor) is in the mail! Norm Beznoska <norm_bez@yahoo.com> Strongsville, OH USA - Jeff, always a pleasure to see you show up on one of my flights.Will be following your teams adventure and looking forward to talking to you afterwards.Good luck, good weather and may the tailwinds help you as you are helping so many...Your friendly flight attendant!Julie Julie Gauthier Toronto, On - You people are truly amazing and inspirational. Enjoy every minute of your ride and hopefully we will see you as you pass through Mississauga. Good luck, Gigi Dawe - You're touching our hearts every 'wheel' of the way - may the rain clouds stay away and the wind be behind you ... we're all very proud of you. Lilla Tee-Ward <lilla.tee-ward@consulting.fujitsu.com> Ottawa, ON Canada - I grew up with a father who survived cancer; who is still alive and well. I believe in the cure. Research does save lives!! Thanks for continuing the fight! Maureen <mantonello@cogeco.ca> Niagara Falls, ON - Good Luck guys!!!! What you are doing is truly inspirational. Someday I would love to be doing what you guys are doing. Ride On! Paul Brown <simmelsgaard_brown@yahoo.ca> Oakville, ON Canada - Best wishes for a safe journey as you embark on an incredible ride. Your energy and committment is truly inspirational. Coast to Coast will not only raise much needed funds for reaserch but it will without question raise the spirit of those currently suffering as they hear of your efforts to help find a cure. Jody Saunders, Board of Directors Childhood Cancer Foundation ~Candlelighters Canada Jody Saunders <jodyslaw@nfld.com> Mount Pearl, NL Canada - Hello to all C2C team members now assembled in Vancouver on the eve of the begining of your great challenge in the battle against cancer. Like many others who have written words of encouragement, we also want to wish you a safe and successful ride and, yes, that wind does change to be at your back. Arnold and Carol Rushton <a.rushton@sympatico.ca> Woodstock, ON Canada - Hi boys, I've just completed a ride in St John's NFLD as I promised Freddie that I would continue to ride in tandem with you (Shooting for 100k/ride). I did the return in the pouring rain. My route took me into bays filled with icebergs and fishing boats.Beautiful,but the rainmade me think of some of the weather that you may encounter across the country! I hope that have only bright skies and warm days Safe home, Jeff and Linda Wachman Jeff Wachman <jwachman@rogers.com> - On behalf of my mother, Norah Stephen of Bridgewater, Nova Scotia, I want to thank each of you for undertaking this great adventure on behalf of cancer survivors. My mother has been one for over thirty years - she is ninety years young this month - and has been a role model and mentor for many persons afflicted with this disease. Be strong, be safe - may the wind be at your backs all the way, may all the roads run downhill! Sid Stephen <sid_stephen@consulting.fujitsu.com> Phoenix, AZ USA - Hey Kevin & all the C-C team. As you’re cross Canada ride soon becomes a reality, I ran across a quote on my desktop motivational calendar that I wanted to share with you. “The highest reward for one’s toil is not what one gets for it, but what one becomes by it.” (John Ruskin, 1819-1900. Victorian artist and poet). Our society is a better place because of people like yourselves. Your strength and conviction are awesome! You have instilled in all that know you that anything is possible and there is no goal to high. We are all better people for knowing you, and those who surround you. May the wind be at your back!!!! Steve & Karen Keenan-Chyc Cambridge, ON - To Jamie - I also wanted to send you my best wishes for a great ride! This is not only a feat of strength and will, but a feat of great love! The ride is huge, and your heart is humungous! To Team - saw article in the Metro News this morning (June 12) promoting your ride; also, all the supporting comments in your Guestbook... you should be so proud of yourselves - I hope you reach your fundraising goal! Anne Marie A. - All my best wishes and thoughts go with you guys. You're all tough, committed and able to put this little ride behind you in 10 days. See you when you get to Mississauga. Dave Peets <dpeets@sprint.ca> Toronto, on Canada - Our thoughts and prayers are with on this incredible journey you are about to embark on. Our daughter is a survivor of cancer and is here with us today because of people like you who unselfishly give of their time to raise funds for research which without research we would not have her today. We live in Kamloops, B.C. and have a business on the East Trans Canada Highway and if I know when you are coming through I will be the first one out there to greet and personally thank you. Good luck and God speed. Doug and Ruth Morley <ralmorley@shaw.ca> Kamloops, B.C. Canada - Good Luck Hamish & crew...from the Vermeers in Dryden ...sorry you won't be travelling thru here...but will watch your progress on the net. Will Vermeer <wvermeer@drytel.net> Dryden, ON Canada - The count down to your departure is narrowing. We are psyched to watch you on your journey and send you our best wishes for a successful trip. It was a dream for Terry Fox to cross the country. His passion and dedication are a true mark of a Canadian who defeated the odds and created a proud history for our country. Your passion and dedication are comparable and bring much needed funding and awareness to a very serious disease. We look forward to following both successful journeys.... yours across this beautiful country (raising funds and awareness) and the worlds in finding a cure for cancer. Best wishes, Paul and Cindy Cindy Radford & Paul Skafel <cindy_radford@hotmail.com> Toronto, ON Canada - Coast-to-Coast Team: as someone who has gone through the horror of battling and losing a loved one to cancer (July 4th, 2002), I applaud your tremendous efforts. Your drive and determination will directly contribute to supporting families and saving the lives of patients who are battling this hideous disease. Beyond raising funds, your personal sacrifice to support the casue is extremely admirable. If at any point during the ride, you feel overwhelmed, you feel like giving up, just remember the people you are helping. Remember the difference you are making in peoples lives. I hope these thoughts will give you the strenght and courage to overcome your daunghting task. Allthough it may be emotionally difficult, I look forward to riding with all of you as you pass through Toronto. Good Luck and "ILLEGITIMIS NON CARBORUNDUM" Kirk Tobias Kirk Tobias <kjtobias@sympatico.ca> Toronto, on Canada - Hi there - great challenges are made of small and big steps. We will follow your steps as you cross Canada, willing you the energy and fire to complete this terrific journey. Good luck to the team and special hugs to Hamish from his UK cousin(s). Pru in the UK Liphook, UK - To Jeff from your father in law and friend. I wish you a safe trip above all. Hope the wind will be at your back all the way. Much success for the purpous of the trip. My best wishes to Fred, Kevin and Eric whom I met last year in St. Augustine. My thoughts and prayers will be with all of the team Love Lou I little note from the other half as well. Travel save and I will see you in Halifax. Love Emmi Lothar Harbecke <e.harbecke@sympatico.ca> woodstock, On Canada - My Dear Deb, sister and family. I cannot begin to say how sorrowful I am for you family in such a tight situation after so soon of losing your Dad's wife and now he is to go. Deb I commend your sister for her strength and desire to dedicate a web site of such relating to the two. It shows the tenacity of the strength that your parents passed on for their love of their children in the faceing of such adversity. You commend your parents very well. May God be with you all in this difficult time indeed for all of you. My thoughts and prayers are there with you all. God Bless You All. sincerely, maka. Michael M. Addison <maka@vcn.com> Gillette, WY USA - Good Luck all of you (espically Uncle Jeff)Have Fun Jessica Kenendy <sk8ergurli@hotmail.com> LEaskda;e, Ont. Canada - Julie and Sherry: Thanks for volunteering for this very important cause. From all of us at Concord in Los Angeles as well as San Francisco we wish you a safe trip! Our Support and best wishes are with you all! John Shaw <jshaw@concordtrans.com> Industry, Ca - YOU ARE DOING SUCH A WONDER JOB AND HAVE MY HEARTFILLED APPRECIATION. PLEASE KNOW THAT YOU HAVE SURELY MADE A PLACE FOR YOURSELVES IN HEAVEN. GOD BLESS !! CONNIE...LA OFFICE CONNIE JONES <cjones@concordtrans.com> orange, ca usa - Thank you so much for all that you have done, and what you are about to embark on for such an important cause. Scott, I am so proud of you and your associates and look forward to cheering you on as you drive through Toronto! Cindy Shaw <cindy_shaw@manulife.com> Toronto, - People like yourself are what make this world a better place by giving back. Take care and thank you. Jo Anne - A huge heart felt thanks goes out to all the participants and organizers of the Coast to Coast Ride as well as the sponsers. Everyday, people like yourselves continue to push forward in efforts to help find a cure for a disease that takes so many people away from the ones they love and also love them. You should all know that you are making a difference in the world by taking part in an event like this that will contribute to making the ultimate difference hopefully in the near future. Hope all goes well as I'm sure this event will be a success on many levels. Ride safely cyclists, crew and organizers. We'll see you when your in Ontario !! Kevin MacPhee <kmacphee@concordtrans.com> Barrie , Ont. Canada - After having lost both my sister and my father to cancer last year, I believe it's up to us to assist in beating this deadly and devastating disease. You are so brave and I thank you for your efforts. We wish you the best of luck in completing your challenge. I for one, will be out on June 20th to support you and your run through Toronto. Thank you again and Good Luck C2C Team!! Diane Stevens <dianestevens@tor.slr.com> Newmarket, Ont Country - Jeff and team, our support and thoughts are with you all the way. Your efforts to this cause is honorable and very much appreciated by everyone especially those of us who have had our lives devastated by loved ones who have died from cancer. We are with you all the WAY! Tony Miceli <tony.miceli@consulting.fujitsu.com> Livermore, CA USA - Hi Guys, Congratulations on a tremendous project. We just finished participating in a fund raiser for Ovarian Cancer Education and Research and $86,000. was raised. The world is now starting to realize that we have to contribute and take responsibility for this devastating disease. (I am currently recovering (I hope) from breast cancer and I really appreciate what you are doing. The world is a MUCH better place because of you!!! Thanks and we'll be praying with you as you go. Nova Nova Axford <danaxford@amtelecom.net> Aylmer, on canada - My admiration and deep respect go out to all the cyclists, organizers and support team, for your selfless and courageous ride for cancer. I did not know of this event but, by chance, via a friend (Joanne), I met Jamie and Hamish in Kingston on June 7th. Good Luck to you. I have no doubt that your "mission" will be successful.May the sun shine on you. Lana Dale Kingston, Ontario - Jamie, We wish you and all the guys the best of luck in this tremendous journey. We will be watching you all the way and cheering you on. To all the people I have cared for - never give up hope. Sandee and Olaf Sandee and Olaf <sicew@mountaincable.net> Hamilton, ON Canada - Hi Hamish! Wendy Legaarden forwarded an email about your cause. Thank you so much for participating in this event. What a huge undertaking! I will be participating in the Weekend to End Breast Cancer 60km walk in September. Believe me, if I get tired or cranky, I'll be thinking of what you and your team are doing right now! Awesome!! Una Beaudry <unabeaudry @rogers.com> Ottawa, ON Canada - Hi Hamish, We just heard of the great adventure you and your team are about to embark on. We would all like to wish you the very best for a safe and sucessful journey across Canada- GO GUYS GO!! Your Ottawa Cousins - All the Legaardens Ottawa, ON Canada - GO GUYS GO !!!!! I wish you all luck, especially Crash(scott) Hope you don't mind practicing in the rain, because there will be a lot of it!! Oh... sorry to hear about your legs! Ouch!! A message for you to enjoy: "THE ONLY WAY TO FAIL IS TO QUIT" Emily, Jamies daughter Toronto, - I'm not a slob! Go guys! Good luck, and I hope you can defeat cancer! Way to go! :) randolph - I hope u guys raise a lot of money and support. randolph <im a slob> mississauga, ontario Canada - go team go i think it will be a BIG challange 4 u guys 2 make it in 10 days jeff mississauga, ON CANADA (of coarse) - Way to go Coast to Coast team! Thank you also for your dedication, what an honour. It's been six years since our run, Relay-to-Recovery and it's wonderful to see other events relay too. May the wind be at your back, and somehow the down hills out do the up hills! Hamish, I'm so proud to be your cuz. Jan Blades <jblades40@auracom.com> Lockeport, NS Canada - ALL I CAN SAY IS WOW!! YOU GUYS MUST BE TOTALLY AMAZING!!! I just read about your upcoming event. I dont think I would venture driving a car across Canada, but by BIKE, well, that just blows my mind!!! I will definately send a donation for your great cause, and follow your progress on line. I hope to see you as you "fly" through Mississauga. GO GUYS GO!!!! You make me proud to be a fellow Mississaugan. Patty Doyle Patty Doyle-Mississauga - Jeff, We are writing from Victoria, a few days before you begin your ride. Best of luck, good winds, and we'll follow your progress on the site. Your neighbours at Kennisis. CN Nigel and Cynthia - Hi it's us again! Jamie and co. we r really cheering for u and we think u r doing it 4 a great reason!!!!! Bye for now Callie and Stephanie toronto, On Canada - Jeff Once again we are very proud to watch your efforts in this even more challenging c2c ride part 2. We wish you a safe and glorius ride with your team. We hope to rally support from the Uxbridge community that has seen more that it's far share of cancer tragedies and triumphs. Good Luck Kennedy Family <COMBINE181@HOTMAIL.COM> Leaskdale, on Canada - The pride I feel is enormous! For my brother with the big heart and strong will. Cycle Tall. Mom & I will be with you all the way, Bro. Jeff, Kevin, Fredrik, Hamish & Scott...AWESOME. And to all the Volunteers-hats in the air. To all people with cancer-never give up hope. The "six" muskateers will always cycle on....Luv you Jay...Kim & Tim Kim Nolan <KLayfield@ aol.com> - Félicitations Hamish! Oui, Roméo a perdu 4 frères du cancer dans deux ans. Un autre dans le moment avec le cancer des reins alors BRAVO, BRAVO - quel grand geste de te dévouer pour une si grande cause! Des gars comme toi c'est rare. Nous t'encourageons "all the way" - NE LÂCHE PAS MON GARS - NOUS SOMMES TOUS ÉMUS ET HEUREUX DE TES GRANDS ACCOMPLISSEMENTS. Courage et garde ton sourire. Avec amour - Suzanne et Roméo Venne Tante Suzanne et Oncle Roméo <surome@personainternet.com> Val-Thérèse, On Canada - jay, we are all thinking of you and your dedication to this event and charity. it is most commendable. we will try to watch your progress and wish you all the luck in the world( that, of course, includes CANADA ) . i will donate to the Lance Armstrong Foundation. HAVE THE BEST RIDE IN THE WORLD. ron & judy ron & judy - Just a note to wish you all the best of luck in all aspects, especially weather. André Gauthier Ottawa, - WE are Emily's class and we just want to say good luck and we wish you the best. GO TEAM GO!!!!! Callie and Stephanie Toronto, On Canada - OOPS!!!!!!!!!! I made a couple mistakes!!!! {How many countries roads must 6 men ride before you can call them men?} Emily McMillyPhillyBillyJilly toronto, Ontario Canada - To: Jamie McJillyBillyPhillyMilly Who is the singer? "How many roads must a man walk down before you can call himm a man?" {How many coutries must 6 men ride down before you can call them your dad!} Emily McMillyPhillyBillyJilly Toronto, Ontario Canada - Hey Scott & Buddies: Keep singing (in your head,of course) my song "Yes I Can" and this will be a breeze for you. Congratulations on your dedication and commitement to complete this journey!! What a great cause. Warmest regards, Sandra & Len. Sandra & Len Beech <sbeech@cogeco.ca> Oakville, On Canada - Scott, team and organizers. I am keeping in touch with your progress, and will be cheering when you reach your final destination. I have seen the pain and loss of dignity that cancer causes to far too many people. I thank you from the bottom of my heart and soul for your efforts. Be safe and proud of what you do, and all those you are touching. Put me on the list for next year, I want to help! Susan Horbay <shorbay@algorithmics.com> Toronto, On Canada - Dave - Sherry - Julie and other dedicated staff of Concord Transportation! I am so proud to be associated with such a great group of people, who continually give thier time and efforts to help those in need. Thank you also to our vendors who have helped to make this "Coast to Coast Ride" so successful. You ladies drive safe and have fun! We will be watching and cheering for all. Mark Radley / President Concord Transportation Inc. <mradley@concordtrans.com> Concord, On Canada - Julie & Sherry - you go girls! What an amazing event to be a part of. Every one at Concord is rooting for you. I'm proud to be part of the Concord family. Best of luck and enjoy! Julia Dunlop <jdunlop@concordtrans.com> Barrie, ON Canada - The Concord Chicago office wishes the entire team great success on this superhuman task. A truly admirable endeavour for such a worthwhile cause! Wishing you a speedy and safe journey. From Katherine, YoYo, Meiko, Loretta, James and myself. Joe Iafrate Chicago, US - Hey guys, I just can't tell you how amazing all of you are! The Coat-to-coast-ride team is a great inpiration to me and many others. I was blown away with all the effort, love, and thought put into this ride. I wish you guys good luck!! Again, you guys are awesome. Thank you for helping more kids survive and helping them be kids again! :-) -kyra Kyra Vitko Toronto, ON Canada - Scotty G ride like a God. A huge thumbs up and hug for support from all your friends at Buck Productions. When you decide to do the feature film I want the rights. Be strong Seanny Scott Graham <sbuckley@buckproductions.com> Toronto, - Gentlemen.... May the road rise up to meet you and the wind be always at your back. I'll do what I can about the weather :-) Cheers. BTW Jeff...you were terrific on-air this morning! Rory O'Shea, The Weather Network Toronto, - I want to wish you all the best of luck and know that you have a TEAM of people behind you- pushing for you- and we are proud of you, I know you can do it! See you when you get back! Susie Adelson - Being from Newfoundland, Coast to Coast is not Vancouver to Halifax...as many people think. It must be a CBC thing. KissingRain - Wishing all the riders and Julie and Sherry, good weather and a smooth ride, you are doing such a wonderful thing for people who lives have been affected in someway by cancer. Can't wait to see you drive through Ontario. P.s. Julie we'll miss you :-) Kayla, Ainsley and Andrea Barrie, On Canada - On behalf of Concord Transportation Inc. we would like to thank System Graphics, 3M, Imperial Oil, Kenworth and Action Trailer Rental for there support in the fight against Cancer. Concord Transportation Inc. <www.concordtrans.com> - On behalf of Concord Transportation Inc. we would like to thank System Graphics, 3M, Imperial Oil, Kenworth and Action Trailer Rental for there support in the fight against Cancer. Concord Transportation <www.concordtrans.com> - WOW!! Truly amazing...Greatly appreciate your efforts and desire to accomplish this goal for such a worthly cause. I'll be praying this scripture for continued strength for all of you! God bless! Isaiah 40:31 ..but those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint. Dianne Van der Putten <dianne.belair@consulting.fujitsu.com> Ottawa, ON Canada - James is the best, rock on you riding maniac. Love your longest friend of all time Stephen A - Jeff, as a long time friend, I wanted to wish you and your fellow riders all the best ! You will conquer this challenge just like all the others that you have faced. Pace yourself and enjoy the journey !! We are proud of you. Scott Allison <sallison@ca.ibm.com> Markham, On Canada - As one of the riders, and one of the organizers of this event, I am in awe at the outpour of support we have received from all of our sponsors, support crew and the many individuals helping in every kind of way to make this event happen, its staggering! Thank you all so much, and I urge you all to keep posting your messages on this guest book throughout the ride, they really work. Freddy Carlberg Freddy Carlberg <fc@boomart.net> Mississauga, Ontario Canada - Push yourselves but be safe- Bon Voyage from all of us in the Oncology/Hematology and BMT Program at BC's Children's Hospital. Dan Mornar <dmornar@cw.bc.ca> - Congratulations on this ambitious initiative. Best of luck for an easy and successful ride and good weather. Theresa Firestone, Vice President, Government and Public Affairs, Pfizer Canada and Board Member, Childrens Cancer Foundation, Candelighters Canada Theresa Firestone Montreal, Quebec - Jeff & C2C Team: I will say publicly what I have said privately to all of you. You are an amazing and awesome group. We at Candlelighters are honored to have you as a sponsor. The "C2C" is an amazing effort and will help those who need "help" and "Hope". The monies raised will go to research in order to find the cure and put all of us out of business!!!! I will see you in Vancouver and Halifax to celebrate this victory!!!!!! Kal Tobias President & CEO Candlelighters Canada Kal Tobias <ktobias@candlelighters.ca> Markham, On. Canada - A huge THANK YOU to all those involved in such a great initiative! You have my utmost admiration for focusing your time and energy on supporting two very worthy causes. On behalf of Candlelighters and our families, I wish you great success on your Coast to Coast Ride against cancer! Georgia Phair, Vice Chair of the Childhood Cancer Foundation - Candlelighters Canada Toronto, Ontario Canada - Hi Hillcrest Public School. I just want to thank all the students and teachers for giving us the time to tell you about who we are and what we are trying to do. I think I speak for all the riders when I say, "you got it!" At the assembly last week you felt our enthusiasm and we felt yours. And now my daughter Pascale tells me you your lipsink competition raised almost $300 which is totally awesome. Hillcrest is the best. We look forward from reading your comments here to keeps us going as we climb the Rocky mountains push through the Prairie winds. We only have 14 days to blast off! Hamish Gordon <hgordon@trebnet.com> Mississauga, On Canada - Hats off to each of you involved in this event, and a special thank you to Jeff Rushton who has inspired everyone involved with Candlelighters. Everyones efforts are commendable and will have an have an enormous inpact on chidlren who are diagnosed with this dreaded disease. Good luck as you embark on your journey and please take pride in the role that each of you are playing in fighting cancer. Sincere thanks from the Board of Directors, but most importantly I would like to offer thanks from our children for it is they who will reap the benefit of your efforts. Outstanding!!!!!! Val Figliuzzi Val Figliuzzi ~ Chairman of the Board Childhood Cancer Foundation Candlelighters Canada <val.figliuzzi@shaw.ca> St. Albert, Alberta Canada - Bravo Sherry, Julie ainsi que toute l'équipe impliqué dans ce merveilleux projet...Lachez pas!!! Concord Montréal est derrière vous!!! Denis Lefebvre <dlefebvre@concordtrans.com> Montréal, PQ CANADA - Hang in there team, you are doing a fabulous thing here and have a lot of people supporting you. All the very best. Dorian Dorian Steger <dsteger@concordtrans.com> Delta, BC Canada - i hope u can make it in 10 days jesse mississauga, on canada - Everyone here from Concord in Winnipeg would like to thank Sherry & Julie for their outstanding effort and devotion to this cause, we will be cheering for you all the way and we thank you! Bernice Wiebe <bwiebe@concordtrans.com> Winnipeg, Mb Canada - What an awesome way to raise money for a cause that affects so many lives. thoughts and prayers go out for a great ride! Kimberley Fairclough Kimberley Coquitlam, BC Canada - You are very special people and I wish you well. Keep smiling! Darcey Vicic <dvicic@concordtrans.com> Delta, B.C. Canada - Thank you to the cyclists and the support team for your commitment and dedication during the Coast to Coast ride against cancer. A special thanks to both Julie and Sherry from their family at Concord Transportation. We will follow you both with pride as you travel across Canada in support of this great and worthy cause. David Condron <dcondron@concordtrans.com> Toronto, ON Canada - Words can't describe the admiration & respect I have for the riders and team of volunteers for this event. A heart-felt thank you to you all!!! Rick Robertson <rrobertson@concordtrans.com> Toronto, On Canada - GO SCOTT !!! Fred, Linda, Scott and Allio Barrie, Ont - I'll be follwing your ride faithfully, and hope for a little less wind than last year! And I thank you for helping the fight! I have 2 friends age 40 who have been diagnosed- too young! God bless you! Libby Wildman. Libby Wildman <lwildman@wildman-associates.com> Toronto, on Canada - I would like to give my personal commendations to the two women drivers Julie & Sherry. To these two ladies who are driver's with my company, it is with a lot of pride I wish you all the best. You both have been touched by Cancer in your lives, and by your efforts and volunteer work here, you have touched my life. I wish you all the best and thank you from the Calgary Branch Waunita Bastell <wbastell@concordtrans.com> Calgary, AB Canada - Hi Kevin and friends, ihr seid fantastisch! Ich wünsche euch Kraft und gute Laune für die lange Reise. Good luck! Günter <guenter.mehrkens@t-online.de> Aschendorf, lowersaxonia Germany - Thank you, on behalf of my mother who passed away from Cancer, to help others enjoy that much more of life. Wayne Godin <wgodin@concordtrans.com> Toronto, ON Canada - Last year I was diagnosed with breast cancer, this year I am a 19 month survivor. Last year you guys dedicated a day of your ride across America to me. Thanks guys, it's through efforts like yours that people like me enjoy extended good health. Jacquie Craig <jcraig@concordtrans.com> Brampton, On Canada - Hey everybody! I am from Hillcrest Public School and I saw your asembly! I think it's realy cool that you guys thought of somthing so cool to rase money for cancer! oh and by the way, Hamish Gordon, Hamish is my dog's name!!! Margaret Fisher <chatter-b93@hotmail.com> Mississauga, ONT Canada - Hi!!! I go to Hillcrest Public School, and Pascal( is that how you spell it?) Gordon goes there too. Her father is riding this June and I wish the whole team good luck. By the way, Kevin Wallace is so hot it's not funny!!! FEEL THE HEAT!!! Justine Desmond <piggie_wiggie@hotmail.com> Mississauga, ON Canada - hi I wish you guys all the best and good luck! from:catherine plessl catherineplessl <catplessl@hotmail.com> Mississauga, Ont. Canada - The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeing new landscapes - but in having new eyes. Thank you, via this magnificant effort, in opening our eyes and hearts to those less fortunate. Paul Blackburn <Paul.Blackburn@consulting.fujitsu.com> Princeton, NJ USA - Hamish, from Naples, Florida, Lucie's cousin Louis Venne thinks you're great being involved in such an endeavour. From Sudbury, another cousin, Monique Boudreau will live the event on Internet ! Uncle Miguel and Aunt Noëlla from Oshawa congratulate you on being involved in such a great cause. The Cousineau clan is so proud of you and of the team. I'll be cheering for you in Ottawa. Tu nous motives, Hamish. Comme Pascale et Fabienne ont raison d'être fier de leur papa. Bon courage et à la prochaine. Tante Monique <moni.co@Qsympatico.ca> Ottawa, ON - Bonjour Hamish! Tante Monique sent along the news that you had joined the team! Way to go! Be strong and congratulations in joining such a great cause. We lost Pete's mom to cancer, her life was cut too short. Have a wonderful journey! See you! Ta cousine, Sylvie Sylvie <sylnpetb@rogers.com> oshawa, on Canada - Freddie: Wow, what a challenging ride for a great cause. Be strong! Wishing all of you a strong wind at your back! Susan Susan Flynn Austin, TX USA - Go James great job Barbara Rainin Barbara Woburn, Ma USA - Go Jamie! Michael Bumby <mbumby@lilly.com> Indianapolis, IN USA - Hi Guys, best of luck with this. I rode a UK end-2-end last year in a week which was really tough at 150 miles a day for 6 days, so 4500 miles in 10 days is simply incredible. When it gets tough, just think of all the kids with cancer who might get a chance after your efforts. Ride safely, ride fast. Mick Clifford, UK <clifford@algorithmics.com> London, UK - Go for it guys...from here in Vienna Austria. You are living what perhaps many dream, in our way we can all participate with you. The eyes and hearts of many many of us will be with you. What a wonderful & unique experience to share the adventure of the RIDE together as well as help people. Peter Gordon <petergordon3@hotmail.com> Vienna, Austria - Bravo, guys! I add my words of support and admiration to those already expressed. I will be following your feat from far-away Sweden! Axel Carlberg <axel.carlberg@mailcity.com> Lund, Sweden - Its good to see people out there, doing these things for the victoms of cancer. i have lost both a grandfather and an uncle to cancer. I would also just like to say good luck to my aunt Julie from Concord!! Good Luck to everyone involved! Dustin <metallica_fo_eva@hotmail.com> Barrie, Ontario Canada - I LOOK FORWARD TO THE COAST TO COAST RIDE COMING THROUGH MY TOWN. I HOPE IT COMES SOMEWHERE NEAR ENOUGH I CAN GO TO CHEER THEM ON!!!!! CINDY MARCUZ <cmarcuz@sympatico.ca> GARDEN HILL, ON CANADA - Way to go guys! What a great way to celebrate the lives people that have died of cancer didn't get to celebrate! Very Proud Me Port Hope , ont Canada - Way to go guys! What a great way to celebrate the lives people that have died of cancer didn't get to celebrate! Very Proud Me Port Hope , ont USA - An early send off from Barrie/Innisfil, Ontario to the team. A special best wish to one of the drivers. Wishing you good support and good weather. We will be keeping track of your journey on the site Julie. Take Care. Kristie Healy innisfil, on canada - Dear Kevin - from the infectious diseases doctor and his family - the one who treated you when you came home from Borneo with Leptospirosis - we wish you every success and have LOVED riding your gorgeous bikes around Vancouver:) Dear Jaime - hi and how are you? We are so thrilled and impressed with this wonderful project you have taken on. We hope to find you at the beginning and if we don't, may the force be with you friend!!! Gabrielle Serafini and Richard Lester, Daelyn and Atlin <africantextiles@shaw.ca> Vancouver, BC Canada - As a cancer survivor myself and as a fellow Fujitsu Consulting employee, I am proud of Jeff's dedication to such a worthy cause. Know that your ride will benefit many! Watch out Halifax!!! Mike Bowmaster Ottawa, ON Canada - I would like to be one of your cyclists next year. My, courageous 10 year old daughter passed away of cancer. Louisa <louisa.cantelon@sympatico.ca> Toronto, ON Canada - Great initiative !! Looking forward to seeing you cycle through Quebec City. Robert Michon <robert.michon@videotron.ca> Quebec City, QC Canada - I'm very impressed with the effort you guys are putting into this important cause. Brad <bds4432@hotmail.com> Toronto, ON Canada -