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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!