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Tuesday, July 7, 2009
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Glen In The News ..Just a few of the articles from local papers that were also posted online. Unfortunately we do not have the rights to post TV and radio interviews.
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coast2coast2cure@yahoo.ca What is this all about ?
Glen Baxby is a pilot. He has travelled the world but until recently, had barely been across the street on his bike. That all
changed when his friend Scott was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer last year. Now Glen’s cycling across Canada to raise awareness and $500,000 in funds for the cure. Follow Glen on his journey over 7,300 km as he conquers mountains and metropolises, while fighting for hope and the future. Be a part of Coast2Coast2Cure and help Glen’s determination be a vehicle for change. Change Can Happen ! Glen Speaks !
And check out the fun magic trick in the background!
How did they do that ? Click the link below to find out ! Behind the Scenes Glen's story ...On October 22nd 2008, Air Canada Flight 869, a London to Toronto Boeing 777 touched down at 11:21am. Piloting that flight was Scott Lyon. The aircraft was taxied to the gate and the parking brake set. That ended another uneventful flight, and that was the last time anything in Scott Lyon's life was uneventful. Feeling more than just the ordinary jet lag, Scott made his way to his local hospital. The Royal Victoria Hospital in Barrie Ontario, it would be Scott's new home for the next 2 weeks, before being transfered to Princess Margaret Hospital in downtown Toronto. The Diagnosis was soon made, and it hit like a ton of bricks, Cancer, a very rare type of Lymphoma. Scott has been my close friend and colleague for many years. I felt powerless to help him and his family. He has young kids just as I have. I thought a lot about how I could support Scott and it came to me that I could honor Scott’s courageous journey by making one of my own. I can’t travel Scott’s path with him, but perhaps I can make a difference that could prevent others from having to go through what he is so bravely facing. I intend to raise funds for cancer research by cycling from Victoria B.C. to St. John's Nfld. in sixty days or less. Our employer, Air Canada, has demonstrated its support and compassion by providing me with time off to complete the ride. Thank you for your support. Blog Archive
MEDIA RESOURCES For more information please refer to some of the documents below: Coast2Coast2Cure Press Release Press Release - Air Canada Pilot Gives Hope and Inspiration to Friend Fighting Cancer Press Release - Coast2Coast2Cure reaches halfway point across Canada Press Release - Coast2Coast2Cure Golf Tournament Glen's 60 day Schedule (you can also navigate the map at the top of this page) Two Pilots, Two Journeys article page 1 page 2 View My Stats (reset June 4) |
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19 comments (click to read)
Well done you are almost in Halifax and are sure to have a good time and rest ,enjoy meeting our friends and family .....
Scotty
Look at you!
Excellent!
Rob
Glen!
You must be so happy at what you see when you look in the mirror! No time for modesty this time - be proud!
Those smaller provinces are flying by now! Nfld. better be ready for you - line up the screech!
Keep pedallin'!
Love
Am, Paul, Justin and Adam
Hi Honey,
You look great, glad to see you at the back of the RV. Can't wait to see you, we love you and we look forward to your victorious ride up Signal Hill.
You can do it all.
Love you
Jo
Glenn, Enjoy your lobster lunch, night at the Pogue and best of all, your day off afterwards! You so deserve it. ..Jennifer
Hey Glen! Glad to see you smiling in the sunshine !! You are doin' awesome my friend! Hugs!ANDrea
Congratulations Glen on your epic journey to support our courageous nephew, Scott Lyon, and all others who are facing tremendous trials with cancer. Also, thank you to your family and support staff -- what a team!
We are all excited to meet you today at Scott Manor House, Bedford, NS. Some young (age 2 1/2 years and up) folks are looking forward to bicycling with Glen -- you are an inspiration.
Love to Scott, Sarah, Morgan and Brooklyn from Aunt Cherie, Uncle Gary, Cousins Tolson, John Ezra, Sandra, Eric and Hannah.
G.Bax: What you have accomplished, and will complete in a few 'short' days, will be something that your wonderful wife and daughters will share for generations. You have united friends and strangers across this vast country and re-affirmed the belief that one person can make "change happen". It is so great to see that big "Glen" smile still present upon your face.
Most respectfully,
Tobes
Glen !
Take deep lungfuls of that salty-air, you've gone from sea to sea !
The donations are noticably increasing daily. Every push on your pedals is raising more money than the last !
Wishing you flat roads and tail winds ... Andy
Keep the dream alive!
Can't wait to sit back with you and have a few and listen to your stories of the road.
Hmmmmmmmmmm ... stories of the road .... sounds like the title of a good article\memoir\book ...
Finish strong pal ...
Clark
Hi Honey,
I am writing this today as it will be my last entry before I see you, I do so with tears of happiness and joy and pride. You have touched so many ,including myself. I am truly humbled by this whole experience.As I lay awake this morning, looking at our beautiful girls, I said thank you lord,for giving me the best husband in the world, and two beautiful children, that are truly amazing. I am very grateful for all that I have. Let us live life to the fullest.
We have so much to offer the world and we can do anything and everything together, through this experience, we have met some tremendous people, whose friendships I will cherish forever.
I love you more and more each day.
Yours forever
Jo
"The price of greatness is responsibility." Winston Churchill
I love you
Dear Scott, Sarah,Morgan and Brooklyn,
Thank you so much for supporting us and Glen along the way. Scott, you are a true inspiration to Glen and your strength and determination are to be admired, Keep fighting, you are getting stronger every day. Thank you for sharing your experience with us. Sarah, you have been a pillar of strength for Scott and your support and love for each are something to be admired. You support and that of your families has been overwhelming and for this I thank you. This experience has been the best I have had,it has through our kids that through determination and strong will we can overcome any challenge.
Thank you for allowing us in and for being a part of the experience.
looking forward to seeing you.
Love
Jo
Thank you
Andrea and Andy Morrison,Lori McDougall, Kim Dunski, Deborah Shea and Paul Dinino,Michel Perault, Jeff Jenkins, Jennifer Ferguson, Faith Featherstone and Tanya Missios.
I want to thank you for all of your support, hard work, dedication and friendship. You all made a commitment to us in January and we succeeded because of you all. Glen did the ride, but there was a lot that went on behind the scenes. Your professionalism has made us not only a success in the ride, but also in the reputation that we have left behind. You have supported me while Glen has been away,and for this I thank you all from the bottom of my heart.
Thank you Mum, Dad and Carrol for being there to support Glen and I always, your love and support are endless.
We have been a part of the Change....
Love
Jo
Glen
keep on peddling.. your almost there buddy. Looking forward to seeing back in the hood next week
Cheers
Yo Buddy
Its amazing what you see now when you look behind you, what a trail you have left behind. That saddle must feel like an extension of your body. Your almost there my man and I am keeping the beers cold in Atlanta for a well earned celebration.
Stay safe and well, I hear the b=lobsters are pretty good in St Johns,
Trevor, Doris Michale and Danielle
Oh My Goodness Glenn, I have only known you but for a short while, and I have to tell you what an inspiration you are to the world. I am so proud to say that you were a part of our lives. There are no words to express what you have accomplished. Amazing, truly amazing. Good Job!! God Speed. So Long for now. One Soul only needs one true friend, and you have outdone yourself. Kate & Ron Stevens
Hi Glen,
What an inspiration you are. This has truly been an example of endurance and dedication. You're almost there, Glen. One day at a time. Do you want to go Black Friday shopping with us girls?? You have proved you can do it. God bless.
Lucy & Ed
Dearest Glen
I hope you are having a great time in Halifax and with your 3 girls(sorry 4 Deborah included for the next few days)What a journey no words can explain how I feel about and how proud I am of you. You have showen people that one person can make a difference. Can you believe next week by this you will be done? Now you have to get started on the book LOL. Joe thank you for the lovely words I will show mum and dad when I go home tomorrow I sitting in my room crying it was a pleasure helping out and remember we are family I will always be there for you, Glen and the Girls so will our parents. See you soon and Scot I am looking forward to meeting you and your family May God's blessing be upon you and your family always.
Glen take care May God's blessing be with you always. I Love you and I am so proud of you Glen when you get into town I will treat you to a nice hot stone massage at Princess Nails ok.
Glen, I know this has been a very tough journey for you & your family, but you're almost done...what an inspiration you all are!!
The comments above me say it all...
Kim
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