We will walk with our lanterns because...
Hello, and my apologies for the silence; it has been some time.Around 11 years ago, Shane Talbot started Tuffy's Kodaka Challenge. The idea was to walk the Kokoda Trail and raise awareness for 'Lung Cancer Australia' on behalf of our friend and work colleague, Peter Tuffield, who was diagnosed in 2010.
This year marks 11 years since Daniel Tuffield took up the Kokoda challenge. 2024 will mark 10 years for myself
In 2024, it will also be 10 years since Peter (husband, father, friend) passed away.
As a family, we needed to take a step back, to process, and reflect.
A considerable amount has changed over this time: Chris is now happily married with a 5-year-old daughter. Matt is getting married in 2024. Daniel's work has led him across the globe. Margaret, moved to Brisbane to be near family and her granddaughter, she is thoroughly enjoying every moment of it.
THANKS
Thanks to Shane, who started this journey and inspired us. To; John, Cass & Al of Executive Excellences, for pushing us hard at training and getting us over the 8 days on Kokoda Trail
Thanks to Scott & David for pushing me across Kokoda.
A big thanks to everyone who donated items for fundraising. There are so many organisations who have helped and we appreciate all the support you have given us with the fundraising.
Last of all, thank you to all our friends and family for all your love and support over the years.
SHINE A LIGHT
On 16th November The Lung Foundation organises a sunset walk around Brisbane to Shine A Light on Lung Cancer.
Peter was a guest speaker before the 2012 walk.As a family, we have participated in these walks over the past few years. This year, we will be carrying a Purple Lantern in Memory of Peter/Dad<!--/data/user/0/com.samsung.android.app.notes/files/clipdata/clipdata_bodytext_240801_112915_643.sdocx-->
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